Welcome to Chatswood Montessori Academy
Premium Montessori childcare and preschool in Chatswood for children aged six weeks to six years, with nutritious meals and NSW Start Strong funding available for eligible preschool-aged children.
Set within The Zenith near Chatswood Interchange, Chatswood Montessori Academy provides a conveniently located early learning environment in the heart of the Lower North Shore. Through carefully prepared spaces, purposeful activities and authentic Montessori materials, children are encouraged to follow their interests, practise new skills and become increasingly independent in their learning.
As part of our wider Sydney and NSW childcare network, the centre supports families living and working in Chatswood and across the Lower North Shore.
- Fully Catered
- Montessori Educators
- CCS Approved
- Ages 0 to 6 years
Inside our chatswood 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.
Book a Tour
Ready To Book Your Tour?
The best way to know if we’re 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.
- Meet Centre Manager Izabel and the team
- A guided walk through our Montessori campus
- See our prepared environment in action
- Discuss your child's interests, learning style and routine
- Understand fees, CCS subsidies, and available days
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Every child deserves an environment where they feel safe, seen, and inspired to discover their own capabilities.
Izabel brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to early childhood education, holding a Master of Teaching and earning both Dean’s List recognition and a Merit Award for Creative Teaching. She is committed to creating meaningful learning experiences that support every child’s holistic development and inspire a lifelong love of learning.
She believes strong relationships and community connections are at the heart of quality education. Throughout her career, Izabel has collaborated with organisations including NSW Health, local primary schools and local government representatives to enrich children’s learning experiences and strengthen connections between families and the wider community.
Izabel is proud to lead a diverse team of Montessori-trained educators who create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child feels valued and respected. Through authentic Montessori practices, mixed-age learning opportunities and enriching experiences such as Home Language and cooking programs, children are supported to develop confidence, independence and a strong sense of belonging.
Supported by a dedicated team of permanent educators, Izabel is passionate about working in partnership with families to provide high-quality Montessori education and help every child reach their full potential.
- Master of Teaching (Dean's List Graduate)
- Merit Award for Creative Teaching
- Montessori Trained
- Community Focused Leadership
- Fluent English & Mandarin
- First Aid, Anaphylaxis & Child Protection
About Our Chatswood Early Learning Centre
Experience Montessori learning in action at our Chatswood childcare centre, where 'summer shelf' practical life activities encourage independence, focus and practical life skills.
- 2 intentionally designed Montessori classrooms
- 2 secure, age-appropriate outdoor playgrounds
- Dedicated sleep and rest rooms with individual cots
- Nutritious meals provided fresh and daily by KGF
- Secure entry and CCTV throughout
- Kindyhub Parent Communication App
- Rated Meeting NQS
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Rated 5 Stars By Our Chatswood Families
Chatswood Early Learning Programs Designed for Your Child's Exact Stage
Each Montessori education program at our Chatswood 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. 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
Chatswood 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 Chatswood. 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 Chatswood Montessori Academy
Families choose Chatswood Montessori Academy for its warm community feel, dedicated educators, and authentic Montessori classrooms where children are supported to settle in, thrive and reach their full potential.
- Engaged Educators
- Happy Children
- Calm Structured Classrooms
- Visible Learning Progress
- Strong Communication
- Holistic School Readiness
Your Child's Safety Comes First
Hurstville Montessori Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. Every policy, procedure, and physical environment at our Chatswood childcare centre is designed to ensure children are protected, respected, and empowered.
- All staff certified in First Aid, CPR, and Child Protection
- Dedicated Quality & Safety leadership team
- 24/7 CCTV monitoring
- Active supervision as the most important practice
- Real-time educator WWCC, qualifications and compliance checks
- Daily safety and environment audits
- Annual child protection training
- LifeVac choking prevention devices onsite
- Ongoing child safety training and assessments
A Day at chatswood Montessori Academy
A Typical Day, From Arrival to Pick-Up
Here is what what your child’s day will look like at our Chatswood 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 Chatswood Childcare Centre
Conveniently located in Hurstville’s vibrant St George community, Hurstville Montessori Academy Childcare & Preschool proudly welcomes families from Hurstville, Penshurst, Allawah, Carlton, Kogarah, Beverly Hills, Kingsgrove, and the wider Georges River Council area.
The Zenith, Ground Floor, Tower B Ground Floor, Tower B, 821 Pacific Hwy, Chatswood NSW 2067, Australia
Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Open 51 weeks per year
Dedicated parent parking available on-site
Bus: Moments from Chatswood Interchange, with frequent bus services throughout the Lower North Shore and Sydney CBD.
Train: A five-minute walk from Chatswood Station, with Sydney Trains and Metro services across Greater 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 Chatswood 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 Chatswood 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 Chatswood 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 Chatswood.
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 Chatswood 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 Chatswood? +
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 Chatswood and Lower North Shore 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.