Carlingford Childcare Centre
Premium Carlingford childcare for children aged six weeks to six years, with nutritious catered meals and NSW Start Strong funding available for eligible preschool-aged children.
Conveniently located at Shop 4/1 James Street, Carlingford Montessori Academy provides a contemporary, single-storey early learning environment for families seeking high-quality childcare, preschool, and Montessori education in Carlingford. As part of our trusted Sydney and NSW childcare network, the centre supports families across Carlingford, North Rocks, Telopea, Dundas Valley, Dundas, Oatlands, Epping, Eastwood, Beecroft, West Pennant Hills, and surrounding suburbs.
For children aged six weeks to six years, our calm, future-focused Montessori program builds strong academic foundations, independence, confidence, and genuine school readiness through hands-on learning tailored to every stage of development.
- Fully Catered
- Montessori Educators
- CCS Approved
- Ages 0 to 6 years
Take a Look Inside Our Carlingford Childcare Centre
Experience Montessori learning in action at our Carlingford childcare centre, where activities encourage independence, focus and school readiness.
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The best way to know if our Carlingford childcare centre is right for your family is to experience it in person. Meet our educators, explore the classrooms, and ask every question on your mind. Please bring your child along, we look forward to meeting you.
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I believe children learn best when they feel safe, supported, and encouraged to explore with confidence
Noelle is a dedicated early childhood leader who is passionate about creating calm, welcoming, and purposeful learning environments for children and families. As Centre Manager at Carlingford Montessori Academy, she values the important role early education plays in building each child’s independence, confidence, and love of learning.
Her approach is centred on strong relationships, open communication, and a deep respect for each child’s individual journey. Noelle believes that children thrive when they are given time, trust, and meaningful hands-on experiences that allow them to develop at their own pace.
Together with her team, Noelle is committed to creating a nurturing Montessori environment where children feel known, capable, and supported to build the skills they need for school and life.
- Nurturing Learning Environments
- Montessori Trained
- First Aid, Anaphylaxis & Child Protection
- Community Focused Leadership
Inside our Carlingford childcare and preschool
View Our Carlingford Childcare Centre Facilities
Carlingford Montessori Academy is conveniently located at Shop 4/1 James Street, close to local shops, parks, schools, and family services. Families value our experienced team, authentic Montessori classrooms, and contemporary single-storey learning environment designed to support independence, confidence, creativity, and discovery. With three spacious Montessori classrooms and three engaging play areas, the centre provides a calm and welcoming space where children can learn, explore, and grow in the heart of Carlingford.
Rated 5 Stars By Our Carlingford Families
Carlingford early childhood education programs
Carlingford Early Learning Programs Designed for Your Child's Exact Stage
Each Montessori education program at our Carlingford childcare centre is thoughtfully designed for a specific stage of development, combining our authentic Montessori curriculum with the Early Years Learning Framework. Through carefully prepared environments, hands-on Montessori materials, and purposeful learning experiences, children build confidence, independence, and the essential skills needed 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 Carlingford, 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
Carlingford 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, sunscreen, and Montessori materials, so you’ll never receive a surprise invoice for extras.
Fees
Daily fees at Carlingford. 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 Families Choose Carlingford Montessori Academy
Families choose Carlingford 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
A Day at our Carlingford childcare centre
What Your Child's Day Looks Like at Our Carlingford Childcare Centre
Every day at our Carlingford childcare centre follows a calm, predictable rhythm that helps children feel safe, confident, and ready to learn. Routines vary by age group, season, and individual needs.
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.
Child Safety at Our Carlingford Childcare Centre is Our First Priority
Carlingford Montessori Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. Every policy, procedure, and physical environment at our Carlingford childcare centre is designed to ensure children are protected, respected, and empowered.
Find Our Carlingford Childcare Centre
Conveniently located at Shop 4/1 James Street, Carlingford Montessori Academy Childcare & Preschool proudly supports families across Carlingford, North Rocks, Telopea, Dundas Valley, Dundas, Oatlands, Epping, Eastwood, Beecroft, West Pennant Hills, and the wider City of Parramatta area. Positioned close to local shops, parks, schools, and family services, our centre offers premium Montessori early education with easy access for busy local families.
shop 4/1 James St, Carlingford NSW 2118, Australia
Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Open 51 weeks per year
Dedicated parent parking available on-site
Bus: Local bus services operate from nearby stops on Pennant Hills Road and surrounding streets, with nearby routes including 513, 546, 550, and 625. These services connect Carlingford with West Ryde, Dundas Valley, Epping, Parramatta, North Rocks, Oatlands, Macquarie Park, and surrounding suburbs.
Light Rail: Carlingford Light Rail Stop is located nearby and is serviced by the L4 Westmead & Carlingford Line, providing convenient connections between Carlingford, Camellia, Parramatta CBD, Parramatta North, and Westmead.
Phone: 1300 000 162
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to feel confident before getting started.
What is included in the daily fee at Carlingford 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 Carlingford 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 Carlingford 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 Carlingford and across north Canberra.
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 Carlingford 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 Carlingford? +
When comparing childcare centres in Carlingford, 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 Carlingford Montessori Academy, families value our authentic Montessori classrooms, experienced team, and recently renovated rooftop outdoor play space that gives children meaningful opportunities to move, explore, discover, and build confidence in the heart of Carlingford Town Centre.
Looking for exceptional childcare near Carlingford, North Rocks, Telopea, Dundas Valley, Dundas, Oatlands, Epping, Eastwood, Beecroft, West Pennant Hills, and the wider City of Parramatta area?
Find the perfect Montessori childcare centre near you and give your child the best start.
Join a thriving community of Carlingford and City of Parramatta 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.