I’ve had both my children attend this childcare. My first started when she was 2 years old when this child care was just starting out, she is now 12 years old. She really thrived in this child care and I believe it was the love and care the teachers had for the children! It was easy for her to make friends and even now, I believe it was the foundation she had in child care.
My second child started when she was 9 months old and she is now about to finish and go to Kindergarten in 2020. I can honestly say that she has made great progress here, she has so many friends and can easily make friends like her older sister. She loves coming here and will miss all her teachers so much! The education element is so great that she is is able to count, write her name and can already identify some words already and she is only 4! The teachers are all amazing and have had the same main staff for sooo many years. The time that she has been there she has not had no other teachers. They have made my children feel extra special and us as parents too. Highly recommended!!! You’re children will be well taken care here, they go above and beyond.
Trish Louise
I had 2 of my children through this service since they were 2 - 5 years old, and so wish I knew of this place earlier to have sent my son too.
This service is unlike anything else I have seen! It's not your typical magnificent buildings and high tech gadgets, with picture perfect play toys and furniture all matching and untouched like it's a show room. No, this place has heart, soul, warmth and is family. The childcare educators at St Mary's Day Care are genuinely interested in making everyday an experience for the children; they love the children, and my children loved them back so much. That in turn allowed me to trust and love these educators as if they were my own family members. No expense was too much if it meant that it added a fun and educational experience for the children. Excursions were a frequent occurrence, from the museum, to the local shops for a more authentic experience of a lesson on occupations, even down to the park, and even learning how to catch different public transport.
Special guests were also a frequent part of their curriculum delivery, bringing in the local command officer, fire fighters and even child experts to talk to the parents.
Food was loved by my kids. In fact, frequently my kids wouldn't have dinner because Loris gave them seconds of the yummy lunch she cooked that day. It was always nutritious and always cooked fresh. My kids favourite was Loris green soup and rice and kofta!
Celebrations are on a whole other level! Loris and her team go all out to celebrate each and every occasion making every effort to be inclusive of every family and child's requirements. It's always a wonderful time.
Importantly, the education here is top notch. My daughter's both prepared well for school with their school readiness program, as well as skills like opening the food in their lunch box and making friends.
I would highly recommend this centre for anyone who wants to have peace of mind that their child is in the best hands after yours!
Will miss them and their care so much
Mary Nicola
This childcare is the best! The staff are like family and truly love the children. They go above and beyond with activities, arts and crafts, and actively get the families involved with fun parties and events throughout the year. You can tell a lot of effort and planning goes into running this childcare. They feed the kids nutritious and wholesome meals. My son is a big eater and he never goes hungry at this place. Their communication with parents is excellent and they are always sending pictures and updates about your child throughout the day which I love. I was very nervous sending my son to childcare at such a young age but this place put me at ease.. It's like dropping your child off at Grandma's. You can rest assured that they will be loved and well looked after (and slightly spoilt). Couldn't be happier. Definitely don't overlook this gem.
Maggie Saleeb
This is an amazing preschool and I really recommend sending your children here. The staff is amazing with the kids. The treat the kids amazingly. The care about every single detail of your child. For example, when the children wake up from their naps they fix all of their hair neatly. They cook their meals freshly each morning by using fresh ingredients. It is a safe, clean and fun centre for the kids to spend most of the week there. I highly recommend bringing your child to this centre
This daycare centre is without doubt the best centre in all of Australia. Not only do all the educators have so much love for the children which is so nice to see but they have the best structure and run a fantastic educational program for the kids. I am so thankful and greatful that a centre as great as this exists. It gives me comfort to know my kids are in fantastic hands. Highly recommended this centre to all!!
Christine Kotsis
The most amazing daycare you can come across! The staff have so much love in their hearts for the kids that they go above and beyond their duty as educators. Amazing food, amazing educational programs, the best staff... overall we are so happy with the service they offer our family :
Natalie Fanous
The feeling of families whose children attend St. Mary's day care centre is so consistent as is the quality care offered by the team of educators. Families feel their children are received with so much love, treated with great care, and encouraged to grow and learn in a supportive environment. As an early childhood educator myself I appreciate and recognise their planning to my child's interests, their love and care for my child and their professionalism in communicating my child's progress. Love this centre!
Catherine Fanous
The staff always go the extra mile to make the children feel loved and at home. My daughter has developed so many skills and is constantly learning and exploring different topics. She absolutely loves it and wants to go every single day.