Blacktown Montessori Academy
Premium Montessori childcare and preschool in Blacktown for children aged six weeks to six years, opening soon at 76 Douglas Road.
Blacktown Montessori Academy will feature six spacious Montessori classrooms and two secure outdoor play environments, thoughtfully prepared to encourage exploration, purposeful activity and hands-on learning. Guided by experienced Early Childhood Teachers and Montessori educators, children will build independence, concentration, confidence and practical skills as they progress at their own pace.
As part of our wider Sydney and NSW childcare network, the centre will support families across Blacktown and the surrounding Western Sydney community.
- Fully Catered
- Montessori Educators
- CCS Approved
- Ages 0 to 6 years
Inside our blacktown 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.
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Every child deserves to feel supported, capable and confident as they discover the world around them
Amani is passionate about creating a warm, welcoming early learning environment where every child and family feels valued, supported and connected. She is committed to fostering a positive centre culture built on respectful relationships, open communication and a shared focus on each child’s wellbeing and development.
Her approach to leadership reflects the Montessori philosophy of recognising every child as a unique individual. Amani values learning environments that encourage children to explore their interests, make meaningful choices and gradually develop independence, confidence and concentration through purposeful experiences.
Together with her team, Amani is committed to creating a calm, inclusive and nurturing environment where children feel secure in themselves, excited to learn and empowered to build the skills that support them throughout school and life.
- Child-Centred Leadership
- Montessori-Aligned Approach
- Strong Family Partnerships
- Positive Team Culture
About Our Blacktown Early Learning Centre
Experience Montessori learning in action at our Blacktown childcare centre, where activities encourage independence, focus and school readiness.
Rated 5 Stars By Our Gungahlin Families
Blacktown Early Learning Programs Designed for Your Child's Exact Stage
Each Montessori education program at our Blacktown 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 Blacktown, 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
Blacktown 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 Gungahlin. CCS can reduce your out-of-pocket cost by up to 85.5%.
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Why Families Choose Montessori Academy
Families choose 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
Blacktown 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 Blacktown Montessori Academy
A Typical Day, From Arrival to Pick-Up
Here is what what your child’s day will look like at our Blacktown 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 Blacktown Childcare Centre
Conveniently located at 76 Douglas Road, Blacktown, Blacktown Montessori Academy Childcare & Preschool will proudly support families across Blacktown, Seven Hills, Prospect, Kings Park, Doonside, Lalor Park, Toongabbie, and the wider Blacktown City community. Positioned close to Blacktown Station, Westpoint Blacktown and Francis Park, the centre will offer premium Montessori early education with convenient access for families across Western Sydney.
76 Douglas Rd, Blacktown NSW 2148, Australia
Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Open 51 weeks per year
Dedicated parent parking available on-site
Bus: The closest bus stop is Walters Road at Douglas Road, approximately 50 metres from the centre. Route 724 connects the area with Blacktown Town Centre and Blacktown Station, as well as Huntingwood and Arndell Park.
Train: Blacktown Station is approximately 1.5km from the centre and is serviced by the T1 North Shore & Western Line and T5 Cumberland Line, providing convenient connections to Parramatta, Sydney CBD, Penrith, Richmond and other destinations across Western Sydney.
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 Blacktown Montessori Academy? +
Our daily fee will be designed to make busy family life easier. It will include your child's Montessori education program and nutritious meals and snacks, so you can feel confident that your child has what they need throughout the day.
Your child will be part of a thoughtfully prepared Montessori environment where every part of the day will be 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 families to visit the centre before making a decision once tours become available.
A tour will be one of the best ways to understand the difference Montessori can make. It will give you the opportunity to explore our classrooms, meet our team, see how children will learn in a calm and engaging environment, and ask the questions that matter most to your family. If your child comes on the tour too, we will warmly encourage it as it can help you picture their experience more clearly.
Does Blacktown 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 Blacktown Montessori Academy, children will 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 will be 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 when planning ahead for care in Blacktown and across Western Sydney.
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 will be warm, responsive, and individual to each child.
For infants and younger children especially, we will work closely with families to understand home routines, comfort needs, sleep patterns, feeding preferences, and temperament. Our goal will be 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 will be at the heart of the Blacktown Montessori Academy experience.
From morning and afternoon handover to daily updates via our parent app, monthly learning observations, and developmental milestone reports, we will make sure you are always close to your child's world.
What should I look for when comparing childcare centres in Blacktown? +
When comparing childcare centres in Blacktown, 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 Blacktown Montessori Academy, families will experience six spacious Montessori classrooms and two secure outdoor play environments designed to give children meaningful opportunities to move, explore, discover, and build confidence through purposeful learning.
Join a growing community of Blacktown and Western Sydney 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.