Leichhardt Childcare Centres
Find Montessori Childcare and Preschool in Leichhardt
Looking for early learning in Leichhardt? We’d love to welcome your family to one of our two Leichhardt childcare centres, where your child can feel at home from their very first day. We’re part of a broader family of Sydney childcare centres, each one built around the same simple idea: happy, capable and confident children.
Why Leichhardt Families Choose Our Centres
It comes down to feeling truly known. At both Leichhardt Montessori Academy and Balmain Road Montessori Academy, your child is seen as an individual, not just a name on a roll, and that’s what families tell us matters most:
Authentic Montessori
Purposeful Montessori materials and trained educators.
Personalised Learning
Children progress at their own pace with learning tailored to them.
Nurturing Educators
Warm educators who genuinely know and care for each child.
Premium Facilities
Beautifully prepared classrooms and engaging outdoor spaces.
Our Leichhardt Long Daycare Locations
Two centres, two different settings, the same Montessori heart. Whether you’re drawn to the character of a heritage building or the hands-on energy of Norton Street, both welcome children aged six weeks to six years, with nutritious meals, nappies, and NSW Start Strong funding available for eligible preschool-aged children.
Leichhardt Montessori Academy
- 67 Norton Street Leichhardt NSW 2040
- 1300 000 162
- Mon–Fri 7:30am - 6:00pm
- Ages 6 Weeks - 6 Years
Set in the heart of Leichhardt on Norton Street, this childcare centre is where hands-on Montessori classrooms meet engaging play spaces, giving children room to concentrate, explore and build real independence. Centre Manager Chera, Montessori trained herself, believes strong relationships between families and educators are essential to every child’s success. So, open communication and genuine partnership sit at the heart of how she leads the centre.
Balmain Road Montessori Academy
- 112 Balmain Road Leichhardt NSW 2040
- 1300 000 162
- Mon–Fri 7:00am - 6:00pm
- Ages 6 Weeks - 6 Years
Tucked inside a beautifully restored heritage building in Leichhardt, this preschool and long daycare centre offers a boutique, close-knit early learning community. Centre Manager Rebecca brings experience from both primary school teaching and early childhood education, and is a firm believer that children thrive when families, educators and the wider community work together, it’s this spirit of collaboration that shapes everything she does as Centre Manager.
Our Education Programs
For Every Stage of Your Child's Development
At our Leichhardt early learning centres, offer infant, toddler, preschool, and school readiness programs, each designed to nurture your child’s confidence, independence, and concentration at every stage.
0-2
Our infant program is designed to meet the needs and interests of babies aged 0–2, supporting early childhood development through movement and exploration.
2-3
The Montessori Toddler Program is active, self-paced, and involves learning using all five senses. Children are introduced to the five areas of the Montessori Curriculum.
3-6
The Montessori Preschool Program is a structured academics and wellbeing program that prepares children for their transition to school.
4-6
Our School Readiness and Kinder Preparation Program combines school-styled workbooks with practical school readiness skills.
0-2
Our infant program is designed to meet the needs and interests of babies aged 0–2, supporting early childhood development through movement and exploration.
2-3
The Montessori Toddler Program is active, self-paced, and involves learning using all five senses. Children are introduced to the five areas of the Montessori Curriculum.
3-6
The Montessori Preschool Program is a structured academics and wellbeing program that prepares children for their transition to school.
4-6
Our School Readiness and Kinder Preparation Program combines school-styled workbooks with practical school readiness skills.
Areas we serve
Childcare for Families In and Around Leichhardt
Between Balmain Road Montessori Academy and our Norton Street centre in Leichhardt, we proudly support families right across Sydney’s Inner West, including Leichhardt, Annandale, Lilyfield, Rozelle, Balmain, Haberfield, Stanmore, Petersham, Camperdown, Lewisham and Drummoyne.
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How to get started
Three easy steps to enrol at any of our Leichhardt childcare centres.
Book a Centre Tour
You'll feel the difference the moment you walk in. See why children and families love Montessori.Enrol or Waitlist
Complete your enrolment or waitlist form. Our Family Care Team will guide you through every step.Attend Orientation
Join an orientation session with your child to settle in with ease. Your family's journey begins here.Join a thriving community of Leichhardt and Inner West families who trust Montessori Academy as their early education partner, backed by more than 25 years of experience, over 100 years of proven Montessori education, and the trust of more than 100,000 Australian families.