Belmore Central Montessori Academy
Belmore Central Centre
Belmore Central Childcare Centre
Premium Montessori childcare and preschool in Belmore for children aged six weeks to six years, opening in mid-2027.
Located on Burwood Road, Belmore Central Montessori Academy will offer a purpose-built environment where children can explore, make meaningful choices and progress at their own pace. Carefully prepared learning spaces, authentic Montessori materials and hands-on experiences will support independence, confidence, curiosity and strong foundations for school and life.
As part of our wider Belmore childcare and preschool network, the centre will support families across Belmore and the surrounding Canterbury-Bankstown community.


- Fully Catered
- Montessori Educators
- Ages 0 to 6 years
Inside our Belmore Central 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.













Belmore Central education programs
Belmore Central Early Learning Programs Designed for Your Child's Exact Stage
Each Montessori education program at our Belmore Central centre will be designed for a specific stage of development, blending our authentic Montessori curriculum with the Early Years Learning Framework. In carefully prepared environments, children will 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. Children work independently with manipulative materials across five curriculum areas, developing the focus, problem-solving, and a natural passion for learning that sets them apart when they transition to primary school.
KEY DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOMES
About Our Belmore Central Early Learning Centre
Experience Montessori learning in action at our Belmore Central childcare centre, where activities encourage independence, focus and school readiness.
Why Families Choose Montessori Academy
Families are choosing Montessori Academy because of its thoughtfully designed learning environments, authentic Montessori approach, and commitment to providing exceptional early education from day one. Opening in mid-2027, Belmore Central Montessori Academy will offer calm, engaging classrooms, experienced educators, and a nurturing environment where children can build confidence, independence, and thrive.
- Engaged Educators
- Happy Children
- Calm Structured Classrooms
- Visible Learning Progress
- Strong Communication
- Holistic School Readiness
A Day at Belmore Central Montessori Academy
A Typical Day, From Arrival to Pick-Up
Here is what what your child’s day will look like at our Belmore Central 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.
Your Child's Safety Comes First
Belmore Central Montessori Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. Every policy, procedure, and physical environment at our Belmore Central childcare centre is designed to ensure children are protected, respected, and empowered.
Find Our Belmore Central Childcare Centre
Conveniently located in the heart of Belmore, Belmore Central Montessori Academy Childcare & Preschool will proudly welcome families from Belmore, Belfield, Campsie, Lakemba, Croydon Park, Canterbury, Earlwood, Kingsgrove, Roselands, and the wider Canterbury-Bankstown region.
427 Burwood Rd, Belmore NSW 2192, Australia
Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Open 51 weeks per year
Dedicated parent parking available on-site
Bus: Multiple bus services operate along Burwood Road, Canterbury Road, and surrounding streets, with convenient stops just a short walk from the centre.
Train: Belmore Station (T3 Bankstown Line) is only a short walk away, providing convenient access for families commuting across Sydney and the wider Canterbury-Bankstown region.
Phone: 1300 000 162
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to feel confident before getting started.
What is included in the daily fee at Belmore Central 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 Belmore Central 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 Belmore Central 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 areas like Belmore Central.
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 Belmore Central 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 Belmore Central? +
When comparing childcare centres, 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.
The right centre will not only care for your child, it will feel like a true early education partner, actively helping them grow into an independent, confident, and curious learner.
Join a growing community of Belmore and Canterbury-Bankstown 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 confidence of more than 100,000 Australian families. Register your interest today and be among the first to experience Belmore Central Montessori Academy when it opens in mid-2027.