Community Kids Leumeah Early Education Centre

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Childcare and preschool in Leumeah, NSW

Welcome to Community Kids Leumeah. Our daycare and early learning centre is a convenient choice for local families in Leumeah, Glenfield, Denham Court, Campbelltown and Minto. Community Kids Leumeah offers long day care and a preschool program for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, with extended hours to suit busy families.

Our purpose-built daycare and preschool centre in Leumeah offers innovative early learning programs in a safe, nurturing environment. Our Leumeah childcare centre boasts two separate outdoor spaces with shaded sandpits, a gazebo for reading or relaxing, and a dedicated safe climbing area with soft fall bark for older children. Children can grow vegetables and explore a rocky river area, fostering a connection with nature. Inside, we have imaginative play areas, arts and crafts zones, construction spaces, and soft relaxation areas. Our setup allows for child-led activities and small group interactions. Our small centre with only 39 children each day allows educators to know each family and child personally, regardless of the room they are in. Our diverse, dedicated team of educators create individual learning plans for each child, fostering their holistic development. Our Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher delivers a preschool program that prepares children for a smooth transition to school. Children enjoy extracurricular activities like yoga and sports, and actively engage with the local community through various excursions and incursions.

Why you’ll love Community Kids Leumeah

Spacious outdoor environments

Surrounded by nature

Passionate, qualified educators

Nappies and wipes provided

Chef-prepared meals

Government-approved Preschool program

Local school connections

Family communication app

Extended/flexible hours

Incursions/excursions

Yoga sessions

Sports program

Meet our Centre Manager

Lianne

  • Associate Diploma in Social Science (Child Studies)
  • Certificate III in Training and Assessment
“I approach children with care and respect, providing them with opportunities to practice, learn, and grow. “

My career in early childhood education began in 1995. I became the Centre Manager at Community Kids Leumeah in January 2023. I’ve progressed from Educator Assistant to Room Leader and eventually Centre Director, and I’ve also worked as a Family Day Care educator and coordinator.

From a young age, I have always wanted to care for children. I feel I have a natural flair and passion for working with children and am committed to ensuring each child receives the respect and care they deserve. I love watching children explore, learn, and grow, and I enjoy being part of this journey. I approach children with care and respect, providing them with opportunities to practice, learn, and grow. I believe that positively guiding children impacts how they interact with others, so I strive to role model positive interactions so children can see how kindness and positivity can lead to success. I believe children can achieve many skills when given the time and support they need.

When I talk to families, I always tell them that children benefit from diverse environments, allowing them to learn and practice essential social skills, communication, problem-solving, resilience, and turn-taking. I believe a mix of home life and early education is key to success.

We have a great team here at Community Kids Leumeah. They are committed and caring, fostering lovely relationships with both children and families. I maintain an open, honest, and transparent approach with families. My door is always open, and I am happy to guide families through their experience at our service.

I look forward to welcoming you to our Leumeah early education centre.

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Our innovative early learning programs

At our early learning centre in Leumeah, our experienced educators and teachers continually seek innovative ways to enrich your child’s education. Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, we offer a variety of engaging and diverse learning experiences, including:

Sustainability

We promote sustainability by encouraging recycling with designated bins, turning off unnecessary lights, growing our own vegetables, and reusing materials to minimise waste. We also engage in local sustainability programs for additional learning opportunities.

Music and movement

Our evidence-based Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR) program is designed to develop fundamental skills that help support children’s self-regulation, memory, and concentration. It is an innovative approach to holistic learning, development and well-being in early childhood.

Community engagement

We actively participate in community events and excursions, such as visits to the library, art museums, cafes, farms, and Indigenous Elders’ visits. Local emergency services also visit our centre to engage with the children and allow them to explore the emergency service vehicles.

STEM

We encourage your child to ask questions, experiment, and problem-solve, all while engaging their natural curiosity. By fostering this inquisitive mindset, we help them develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the world around them.

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Age-appropriate Early Learning

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(0-3 years)

Koala room

The Koala Nursery (0-2 years) and Koala Toddler (2-3 years) rooms are combined to create a nurturing environment for our youngest children. Our fully qualified educators, all holding First Aid and Child Protection qualifications, are dedicated to providing a safe, warm, and welcoming space where children can grow, learn, and feel a strong sense of belonging. We focus on offering love, care, attention, and education, helping children achieve their first and most important milestones, form attachments, and build new bonds and friendships.

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(3-5 years)

Wombats Room

The Wombats Room is our preschool and transition-to-school room for children aged 3-5 years. Our main aim is to create an environment where children feel a sense of belonging and ownership, allowing them to learn, grow, and challenge themselves. We guide children in developing essential skills such as sharing, turn-taking, problem-solving, and self-care, while encouraging conversations and confident self-expression.

We strive to meet the needs of each individual child and support the development of the whole child. Through structured learning experiences, our Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers and educators are committed to helping your child gain the necessary skills for a successful transition into school and beyond.

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NSW Government-approved Preschool program

At our early learning centre, your child will benefit from the NSW “Start Strong” program as part of our enhanced learning program. We tailor our preschool program across numeracy, literacy, emotional and social development, and self-regulation. Led by a qualified Early Childhood Teacher, our preschool program will support your child’s learning, development, and well-being for now, at school and beyond.

The added benefits of our preschool program include:

  • Extended long day care opening hours
  • Open all year round (excl. public holidays)
  • Programs developed and delivered by our Early Childhood Teachers
  • Exclusive music and movement program for self-regulation
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We’re all about healthy, nutritious eating

Thanks to the in-house chef at our Leumeah child care centre, your child can expect healthy, nutritious, and yummy meals. We offer a rotating seasonal menu, providing breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack freshly made daily. Our menu features a diverse selection of hot and cold meals, catering to children’s individual dietary needs daily. We use only Halal meats and offer alternatives to accommodate cultural preferences. As a nut and egg-free centre, we ensure a safe dining experience for all children. Our meals include beef, chicken, lamb, and tuna, with vegetarian options also available.

What a typical day looks like for your child

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Arrival at the centre

Your child will be welcomed by our team of educators, who will ensure the morning transition from home to centre goes as smoothly as possible. On arrival, share information about your child’s specific needs for the day.

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Mealtimes

Our centre chefs prepare a nutritious menu for your child to sit down and eat. This is a great time for everyone to share stories from the day. Educators model healthy eating practices, social behaviours and support children’s growing independence with mealtime routines.

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Infant care

If you have an infant, we spend one-on-one time with them to establish a connection. Educators talk gently and respond to babies’ cues. We use songs, games, and conversations to strengthen relationships and build language skills.

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Play-based learning

Your child is naturally curious. They want to learn and explore, which is why we teach through play-based learning. It supports language, motor skills, memory, emotions and social relationships. Educators plan play-based learning experiences based on children’s interests and goals.

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Sleep, rest and relaxation

We match routines to your child’s individual needs. Opportunities for rest and relaxation help make them feel safe. Play-based learning experiences are provided for older children who no longer don’t sleep in centre.

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Heading home

As your child prepares to head home, this is your opportunity to speak with our friendly educators about your child’s day and everything they learnt. We look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow.

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Communicating with families

We prioritise clear and consistent communication with families to foster a strong partnership in supporting each child’s development. We ensure families feel informed, involved, and confident in their child’s early learning journey.

Our families love hearing about their child’s progress and the experiences they’re having day to day. We share these moments through centre newsletters, our Xplor App, one-on-one meetings, and at various centre events.

Fees

The Child Care Subsidy can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family’s entitlements.

  • Nursery0 – 2 years

    $159.00
  • Toddler2 – 3 years

    $152.50
  • Preschool3 – 5 years

    $148.50

Child Care Subsidy Estimator

Discover how much child care subsidy you may be entitled to by entering the fields below.*

1-4 days = full day session; 5 days = 10 hour per day sessions

CCS Estimator results

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  • Total fees

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  • Out-of-pocket cost

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*This estimator provides an estimate only and is based on the following assumptions:

  • Accuracy and currency of family income information entered.
  • Family CCS entitlements include 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight. Please note your family may be entitled to less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight – if you are unsure we recommend you use the comprehensive CCS estimator in the link below.
  • Where 1-4 days of care is selected, full day sessions apply (being full operational hours of the centre, which can vary between centres).
  • Where 5 days of care is selected, 10-hour per day sessions apply (ie, 50 hours p/w to optimise 100 hours of CCS subsidised care across the fortnight).
  • Where a family’s CCS entitlements include less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight, please use the comprehensive CCS calculator as a guide via the link below.

For a more complete subsidy estimation, check out our comprehensive CCS calculator here.

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Frequently asked questions

A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family’s schedule. Click here to book a tour online.

On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You’ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.

Our Family Support Team will add your child’s name to our waitlist if one of our childcare centres is currently full in your child’s age group. We will then contact you as soon as a place becomes available.

We also do monthly check-ins to review availability, and you will receive a text message confirming whether you’re still happy to remain on the waitlist each month. If you would like an update at any point, you’re welcome to reach out on our Web Chat or give us a call.

Our Family Support Team can also help you find more G8 early learning centres near you, with the same offerings at the Community Kids centre you are interested in that have immediate availability.

It’s common for a child to experience separation anxiety when they first start child care. When you’re getting ready to start child care, you can help your child overcome anxieties by visiting the child care service together for a Stay and Play session, and easing into new routines at home.

Read more tips about how to make the transition easier for your child.

Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.

For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits and spare socks.

For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it’s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits and spare socks.

Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.

It’s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.

Community Kids uses Xplor Home as our family communication app. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child’s day.

After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child’s learning, learn about your child’s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.

If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, Community Kids is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children.

Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), families are allowed 42 absence days per child, per financial year. These can be taken for any reason, including public holidays and when children are sick, without requiring families to provide documentation.

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We look forward to welcoming your family.