Welcome To Alexandria Montessori Academy
Premium Montessori childcare in Alexandria for children aged six weeks to six years, with nutritious meals, nappies and wipes included every day.
We’re Alexandria’s own Montessori preschool and childcare centre, tucked right into Sydney Corporate Park on Bourke Road, welcoming children from just six weeks old all the way through to six years. What we love most about what we do is that it’s real Montessori education, and every day is genuinely designed around how your child learns and grows. Every day, your child gets to delve into hands-on learning in a environment built just for them, so by the time they’re off to school, they’re not just ready, they’re curious, capable, and genuinely excited to learn.
We’re part of a bigger family of Montessori Academy centres across Sydney and NSW, but the moment you walk through our door, it’s just us: small, warm, and completely, wholeheartedly about your child.
Start with Five days free at alexandria
Experience the Montessori Difference with 5 Days Free
Montessori Academy is giving new families across select locations 5 days of free childcare across your first 2 weeks. Simply enrol for a minimum of three days per week at a participating centre. Terms and conditions apply.
Inside our Alexandria childcare and preschool
A Closer Look at Our Prepared Environment
Explore our classrooms and outdoor spaces below, all purposefully built and prepared for hands-on learning, exploration, independence and confidence at every stage.
- Fully Catered
- Montessori Educators
- CCS Approved
- Ages 0 to 6 years
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Welcome to Alexandria Montessori Academy. I’ve grown my career with Montessori Academy over the past decade and am deeply passionate about supporting children and creating a warm, welcoming community for every family.
My professional journey with Montessori Academy has seen me grow from an educator in the 0–2 classroom to my current role as Centre Manager.
I am deeply passionate about Montessori education and supporting children to discover their interests, build meaningful friendships, and grow into kind, curious, and confident learners.
Our Alexandria childcare centre has been part of this community since 2015, and I am proud to lead a dedicated team of educators, supported by our quality, safety, and Montessori training specialists, who together create a nurturing environment where every child is known, valued, and supported to thrive.
- Experienced Early Childhood Leader
- Montessori Trained
- First Aid, Anaphylaxis & Child Protection
- Community Focused Leadership
About Our Alexandria Early Learning Centre
Experience Montessori learning in action at our Alexandria childcare centre, where activities encourage independence, focus and school readiness.
Rated 5 Stars By Our Alexandria Families
Alexandria Early Learning Programs Designed for Your Child's Exact Stage
Each Montessori education program at our Alexandria centre is designed for a specific stage of development, blending our authentic Montessori curriculum with the Early Years Learning Framework. In carefully prepared environments, children build the confidence, independence and skills they need for school and life.
Our Infant Program (0–2 years) is thoughtfully structured across key developmental stages. Our educators support your child’s early development through strong relationships, movement, sensory exploration, language development, and early practical life skills within a calm, nurturing environment.
KEY DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOMES
Toddlers are driven by a powerful urge to do things for themselves. Our Toddler program channels this energy through practical life activities, movement, language, sensorial and social skill-building, all within a prepared environment that says "yes" to hands-on exploration.
KEY DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOMES
Our Preschool and School Readiness Program is where the Montessori method truly shines. For families looking for school readiness programs in Alexandria, children work independently with manipulative materials across five curriculum areas, developing the focus, problem-solving skills and natural passion for learning that sets them apart when they transition to primary school.
KEY DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOMES
Alexandria Childcare Fees and Inclusions
We offer a 10.5-hour childcare day from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, with fees charged at a full daily rate. Eligible families may significantly reduce their out-of-pocket costs through the Australian Government Child Care Subsidy (CCS).
Every daily fee includes all meals, snacks, nappies, sunscreen, and Montessori materials, so you’ll never receive a surprise invoice for extras.
Fees
Daily fees at Alexandria. CCS can reduce your out-of-pocket cost by up to 85.5%.
Daily fees shown. Fees are subject to change.
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Why Alexandria Families Choose Us For Their Early learning Needs
Families choose Alexandria Montessori Academy because they can feel the difference. Warm, genuinely engaged educators, calm and structured learning environments, and children who are deeply engaged and thriving.
- Engaged Educators
- Happy Children
- Calm Structured Classrooms
- Visible Learning Progress
- Strong Communication
- Holistic School Readiness
Your Child's Safety Comes First
Alexandria Montessori Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. Every policy, procedure, and physical environment at our centre is designed to ensure children are protected, respected, and empowered.
A Day at Alexandria Montessori Academy
A Typical Day, From Arrival to Pick-Up
Here is what what your child’s day will look like at our Alexandria long daycare centre and preschool.
Arrival & Welcome
Children arrive and settle into the prepared environment. Educators greet every child and family warmly, supporting a smooth, confident transition into the day.
Montessori Work Cycle
During the Montessori work cycle children choose their work and build focus, independence and capability through the Montessori materials. Progressive morning tea is served.
Outdoor Play
Following the work cycle, children transition outdoors to climb, run, explore nature, play, and develop fundamental movement skills through active, child-led play.
Group Time & Lunch
Children come together for guided group experiences that build communication, confidence, and a sense of belonging. Lunch follows and older children set the table and serve themselves.
Rest & Quiet Activities
After lunch, younger children sleep while quiet activities and school readiness experiences are offered for older children. Individual rhythms and rest needs are always respected.
Afternoon & Pick-Up
Communal afternoon tea happens after rest time, followed by outdoor play. Late snack is served at 5:00pm with indoor activities. Educators share the day's highlights at pick-up.
Find Our Alexandria Childcare Centre
Conveniently located within Sydney Corporate Park at Building 2, 160 Bourke Road, Alexandria Montessori Academy Childcare & Preschool supports families across Alexandria, Green Square, Zetland, Waterloo, Rosebery, Beaconsfield, Mascot, Erskineville and Sydney’s inner-south, within the City of Sydney local government area.
Bldg 2/160 Bourke Rd, Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia
Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Open 51 weeks per year
Dedicated parent parking available on-site
Bus: Bus routes 305, 308 and 320 operate along Bourke Road and Doody Street near Sydney Corporate Park, providing connections to Green Square, Redfern, Mascot, Botany, the Sydney CBD and surrounding inner-south suburbs.
Train: Mascot Station is approximately 1.1 kilometres from the centre, while Green Square Station is approximately 1.5 kilometres away. Both stations are serviced by the T8 Airport & South Line, offering direct connections to Central, the Sydney CBD, Sydney Airport, Wolli Creek and south-west Sydney.
Phone: 1300 000 162
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to feel confident before getting started.
What is included in the daily fee at Alexandria Montessori Academy? +
Our daily fee is designed to make busy family life easier. It includes your child's Montessori education program, nutritious meals and snacks, nappies and wipes, and other essential daily care items, so you can feel confident that your child has what they need throughout the day.
Your child is part of a thoughtfully prepared Montessori environment where every part of the day is designed to support independence, concentration, confidence, and development.
How is Montessori different to play-based childcare? +
Montessori is a structured, hands-on approach to early learning where children learn through purposeful activity, repetition, and real understanding. Using scientifically designed materials in carefully prepared environments, children choose their own work, follow their own interests, and build independence, concentration, coordination, and academic foundations at their own pace.
The result is children who become capable, confident learners through meaningful experiences in practical life, language, mathematics, sensorial learning, culture, and social development.
Our focus isn't on entertaining children. It's on activating their natural desire to learn.
Can I book a tour before joining the waitlist or enrolling? +
Absolutely. We encourage every family to visit the centre before making a decision.
A tour is one of the best ways to understand the difference Montessori can make. It gives you the opportunity to explore our classrooms, meet our team, see how children learn in a calm and engaging environment, and ask the questions that matter most to your family. If your child is coming on the tour too, we warmly encourage it as it helps you picture their experience more clearly.
Does Alexandria Montessori Academy help prepare children for school? +
Yes. School readiness starts from infancy and is built every day through the skills children develop in the Montessori environment.
At Alexandria Montessori Academy, children build the foundations for school and life through hands-on learning that supports early literacy, numeracy, concentration, independence, social skills, confidence, and responsibility. Rather than being treated as a short-term preschool add-on, school readiness is embedded throughout your child's entire learning journey.
Can I join the waitlist before my baby is born? +
Yes. Many families begin their childcare search while they are still expecting, especially in high-demand communities like Alexandria and across Sydney’s inner south.
Joining the waitlist early can help you plan ahead and gives you the best chance of securing your preferred start date and care pattern. Our Family Care Team will guide you through every step, from what we need now to what can be updated once your baby arrives.
How do you help babies and new children settle into care? +
We know that starting childcare is a big transition for both children and parents. Our approach is warm, responsive, and individual to each child.
For infants and younger children especially, we work closely with families to understand home routines, comfort needs, sleep patterns, feeding preferences, and temperament. Our goal is to build trust first, because children thrive when they feel safe, known, and secure.
How will I know what my child is doing each day? +
Strong communication with families is at the heart of the Alexandria Montessori Academy experience.
From morning and afternoon handover to daily updates via our parent app, monthly learning observations, and developmental milestone reports, we make sure you are always close to your child's world.
What should I look for when comparing childcare centres in Alexandria? +
When comparing childcare centres in Alexandria, look beyond surface features and ask what your child will truly gain from the experience.
Consider what is included in the daily fee, how the program prepares children for school, how educators support each child's individual development, and whether the environment feels calm, safe, and purposeful.
At Alexandria Montessori Academy, families value our authentic Montessori classrooms, experienced team, and thoughtfully prepared indoor and outdoor learning environments that give children meaningful opportunities to move, explore, discover, and build confidence.
Join a thriving community of Alexandria and Syndey 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.