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Childcare & Early Learning

Crows Nest Centre

Weekdays 7:30am to 6pm

111 Willoughby Road Crows Nest NSW 2065

Early Learning Centre – Childcare Crows Nest

Montessori Academy’s Crows Nest childcare centre is conveniently located at 111 Willoughby Road, Crows Nest 2065 above Coles Crows Nest. Our Crows Nest childcare centre for ages 0-6 offers nutritious catered meals, is sun-safe, allergy aware, has safe drop-off and pick-up parking, and is open long daycare hours from 7:30am – 6:00pm on Monday to Friday.

Featuring a contemporary two-story design, our childcare centre in Crows Nest offers three spacious Montessori classrooms for children aged six weeks to six years. Each classroom is filled with unique educational materials that connect with children’s interests and needs at each stage of development to provide them with the optimal environment for learning.

About Crows Nest

Beyond the classroom, are two exceptional outdoor play spaces enriched with a range of gross motor activities to inspire learning through exploration. The 0-2 outdoor space feature gardens, a sandpit, teepee, climbing equipment, soft spaces, slide, water play, and plenty of room to crawl, walk, and run. In the 2-6 outdoor spaces, children have access to a fort, slides, bike track, cubby house, dramatic play corner, dress ups, sandpit, gardens, water play, plus so much more.

The team at Crows Nest Montessori Academy are passionate Montessori educators who personalise the curriculum to suit each child. Educators observe children’s interests, direct them towards activities suited to their stage of development, and create a positive atmosphere for learning that allows children to discover learning outcomes on their own and in their own time.

Book a tour at Crows Nest Montessori Academy today to meet our team and learn more about the benefits of Montessori education.

Campus Features

  • Montessori & EYLF Curriculum
  • Personalised Montessori Education Programs for all ages
  • Trained Montessori Educators
  • Full set of Montessori educational materials
  • Munch and Move Program
  • Morning and afternoon tea are provided
  • Extra Curricular Activities
  • Designated drop-off and pick-up parking
  • Sun safe and allergy aware

What Our Families Say

Our Programs

Montessori Academy is Australia’s leading Montessori Childcare and Early Learning Group. We deliver a Montessori Education Programs for ages 0-6 that nurtures confident, courageous, and independent learners. Join our Montessori learning community today.

0-2

Infant Program

The Infant Program is designed to meet the developmental needs and interests of children aged 0-2. Children learn through movement and exploration.

2-3

Toddler Program

The Montessori Toddler Program is active, self-paced, and involves learning using all five senses. Children are introduced to the five areas of the Montessori Curriculum.

3-6

Preschool Program

The Montessori Preschool Program is a structured academics and wellbeing program that prepares children for their transition to school.

4-6

School Readiness

Our School Readiness and Kinder Preparation Program combines school-styled workbooks with practical school readiness skills to develop a positive and confident attitude towards school.

0-2

Infant Program

The Infant Program is designed to meet the developmental needs and interests of children aged 0-2. Children learn through movement and exploration.

2-3

Toddler Program

The Montessori Toddler Program is active, self-paced, and involves learning using all five senses. Children are introduced to the five areas of the Montessori Curriculum.

3-6

Preschool Program

The Montessori Preschool Program is a structured academics and wellbeing program that prepares children for their transition to school.

4-6

School Readiness

Our School Readiness and Kinder Preparation Program combines school-styled workbooks with practical school readiness skills to develop a positive and confident attitude towards school.

Montessori Curriculum

Montessori is a method of education that is personalised to each child’s learning style, stage of development, and interests. Children develop complete academic and wellbeing foundations through hands-on experience, real-world application, and problem-solving using the Montessori Method of education.

Discover how the curriculum incorporates the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) to nurture children’s academic and well-being foundations.

More Information

Montessori Academy’s Auburn Albert Road childcare and preschool will be hosting a open day on Saturday 5th July 2025. Register for free tickets to enjoy free catering, children’s activities, and offers.

In Montessori education, practical life skills play a fundamental role in fostering independence, confidence, and responsibility in young children. These activities go beyond simple tasks – they provide children with the foundation for real-world learning and self-sufficiency.

Montessori Academy is thrilled to announce construction is underway for our second childcare centre in Belmore, NSW 2192. This project will repurpose the former Belmore RSL Club into a purpose-built early learning and intergenerational care facility, thoughtfully designed to serve as a vibrant hub for families and the wider community.

Montessori Academy is thrilled to announce the acquisition of a new DA-approved site for a multi-use development and childcare in Bass Hill, NSW 2197. We look forward to setting a new benchmark for mixed-use and intergenerational care in Bass Hill.

Montessori Academy has become the first childcare group in Australia to achieve ISO certification in three globally recognised standards, setting a new benchmark for quality in the sector. The leading childcare provider has been certified in Quality Management (ISO 9001), Environmental Management (ISO 4001) and Occupational Health and Safety Management (ISO 45001). Developed by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO), the standards establish global frameworks for excellence. 

Montessori Academy’s Auburn Albert Road childcare and preschool will be hosting a open day on Saturday 5th July 2025. Register for free tickets to enjoy free catering, children’s activities, and offers.

In Montessori education, practical life skills play a fundamental role in fostering independence, confidence, and responsibility in young children. These activities go beyond simple tasks – they provide children with the foundation for real-world learning and self-sufficiency.

Montessori Academy is thrilled to announce construction is underway for our second childcare centre in Belmore, NSW 2192. This project will repurpose the former Belmore RSL Club into a purpose-built early learning and intergenerational care facility, thoughtfully designed to serve as a vibrant hub for families and the wider community.

Montessori Academy is thrilled to announce the acquisition of a new DA-approved site for a multi-use development and childcare in Bass Hill, NSW 2197. We look forward to setting a new benchmark for mixed-use and intergenerational care in Bass Hill.

Montessori Academy has become the first childcare group in Australia to achieve ISO certification in three globally recognised standards, setting a new benchmark for quality in the sector. The leading childcare provider has been certified in Quality Management (ISO 9001), Environmental Management (ISO 4001) and Occupational Health and Safety Management (ISO 45001). Developed by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO), the standards establish global frameworks for excellence. 

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