Welcome To Crane Road Castle Hill Montessori Academy
Premium Montessori childcare and preschool on Crane Road, Castle Hill, for children aged six weeks to six years, with nutritious meals, nappies and NSW Start Strong funding available for eligible preschool-aged children.
Located on Crane Road near the heart of Castle Hill, Crane Road Montessori Academy offers a purpose-built learning environment where children are encouraged to explore, problem-solve and develop new skills through purposeful, hands-on experiences. Our Montessori program supports independence, concentration, confidence and strong foundations for school while allowing each child to progress at their own pace.
As part of our wider Castle Hill childcare and preschool network, the centre supports families across Castle Hill and the wider Hills District.
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 Crane Road Castle Hill 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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Every child deserves a welcoming environment where they feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow with confidence.
Tegan brings more than 10 years of experience in early childhood education and leadership, combining her professional expertise with the perspective of being a parent herself. Passionate about the Montessori philosophy, she is dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where children develop independence, curiosity, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning through meaningful hands-on experiences.
Her approach centres on building genuine partnerships with children, families, and educators to create a connected and supportive community. Leading the team at Castle Hill Crane Road Montessori Academy, Tegan is committed to fostering a calm, future-focused learning environment where every child is encouraged to explore at their own pace, build confidence, strengthen problem-solving skills, and develop strong foundations for school and life.
- 10+ Years Early Childhood Experience
- Early Childhood Leader & Parent Perspective
- Montessori Education Advocate
- Community-Focused Leadership
- Strong Family Partnerships
- Dedicated to Children's Confidence & School Readiness
About Our Crane Road Castle Hill Early Learning Centre
Experience Montessori learning in action at our Crane Road childcare centre, where activities encourage independence, focus and school readiness.
Rated 5 Stars By Our Hurstville Families
Crane Road Early Learning Programs Designed for Your Child's Exact Stage
Crane Road Montessori Academy offers early learning programs built around a blended Montessori curriculum that combines Montessori Education with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), giving children the best of both approaches during these important early years.
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
Crane Road Castle Hill 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 Castle Hill Crane Rd. 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 Crane Road Montessori Academy
Families choose Crane Road 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
Crane Road Castle Hill Montessori Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. Every policy, procedure, and physical environment at our Crane Road childcare centre is designed to ensure children are protected, respected, and empowered.
A Day aT Crane Road Montessori Academy
A Typical Day, From Arrival to Pick-Up
Here is what your child’s day will look like at our Crane Road 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 Crane Road Childcare Centre
Conveniently located in the heart of the Hills District, Crane Road Castle Hill Montessori Academy Childcare & Preschool proudly welcomes families from Castle Hill, Baulkham Hills, Kellyville, Glenhaven, Cherrybrook, West Pennant Hills, Dural, and the wider Hills Shire community.
37-39 Crane Rd, Castle Hill NSW 2154, Australia
Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Open 51 weeks per year
Dedicated parent parking available on-site
Bus: CDC NSW services stop along Castle Hill Road and Old Northern Road, with routes serving Parramatta, Pennant Hills, Norwest, Baulkham Hills, and surrounding suburbs. Train: Castle Hill Station is approximately 2.5km from the centre (around a 5-minute drive), while Hills Showground Station is approximately 1.8km away (around a 4-minute drive).
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 Crane Road 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 Crane Road 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 Crane Road 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 Crane Road.
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 Crane Road 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 Crane Road? +
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 thriving community of Castle Hill and Hills District 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.