Smithfield Childcare Centre
Premium smithfield childcare for children aged six weeks to six years, with an Exceeding National Quality Standard rating and engaging Montessori early learning experiences.
Located on Oxford Street, Smithfield Montessori Academy provides a calm, welcoming environment for families seeking quality childcare, daycare, preschool, and early learning in Western Sydney. As part of our trusted Sydney childcare network, the centre supports families across Smithfield, Fairfield, Fairfield Heights, Fairfield West, Wetherill Park, Prairiewood, Guildford West, Greystanes, Merrylands West, and surrounding suburbs.
For children aged six weeks to six years, our hands-on Montessori program builds independence, confidence, concentration, early academic foundations, and genuine school readiness through learning experiences tailored to every stage of development.
- Montessori Educators
- CCS Approved
- Ages 0 to 6 years
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I believe every child deserves a nurturing environment where they feel safe, included, and confident to grow
Zoe is a passionate early childhood leader with a strong commitment to the Montessori philosophy and the important role it plays in supporting children’s independence, confidence, and lifelong love of learning.
She has been part of Montessori Academy since 2010 and has proudly served the Smithfield community since 2012, building strong relationships with children, families, educators, and the wider local community. Zoe believes that early childhood is a critical foundation for each child’s future, and she is dedicated to creating inclusive learning environments where every child feels valued and supported.
With a Diploma of Community Services, a Montessori Diploma, and qualifications as an Early Childhood Teacher, Zoe brings both experience and care to her role as Centre Manager. Her approach is centred on meaningful family partnerships, strong team leadership, and a genuine commitment to helping children thrive.
- 16+ Years Early Childhood Experience
- Montessori Trained
- First Aid, Anaphylaxis & Child Protection
- Community Focused Leadership
Inside our Smithfield childcare and preschool
View Our Smithfield Childcare Centre Facilities
Smithfield Montessori Academy is conveniently located on Oxford Street, close to local schools, shops, parks, and family services. Families value our experienced team, authentic Montessori classrooms, and two outdoor play areas featuring gardens, sandpits, climbing walls, bike tracks, and dramatic play spaces that encourage movement, creativity, confidence, and exploration. With four thoughtfully prepared Montessori classrooms and an Exceeding National Quality Standard rating, the centre provides a calm and purposeful early learning environment for local families.
Rated 5 Stars By Our Smithfield Families
Smithfield early childhood education programs
Smithfield Early Learning Programs Designed for Your Child's Exact Stage
Each Montessori education program at our Smithfield 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 Smithfield, 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
Smithfield 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).
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Daily fees at Smithfield. CCS can reduce your out-of-pocket cost by up to 85.5%.
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Why Families Choose Smithfield Montessori Academy
Families choose Smithfield 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 Smithfield childcare centre
What Your Child's Day Looks Like at Our Smithfield Childcare Centre
Every day at our Smithfield 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 Smithfield Childcare Centre is Our First Priority
Smithfield Montessori Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. Every policy, procedure, and physical environment at our Smithfield childcare centre is designed to ensure children are protected, respected, and empowered.
Find Our Smithfield Childcare Centre
Conveniently located on Oxford Street, Smithfield Montessori Academy Childcare & Preschool proudly supports families across Smithfield, Fairfield, Fairfield Heights, Fairfield West, Wetherill Park, Prairiewood, Guildford West, Greystanes, Merrylands West, Woodpark, and the wider Fairfield City Council area. Positioned close to local schools, shops, parks, and family services, our centre offers premium Montessori early education with convenient access for busy local families.
71 Oxford St, Smithfield NSW 2164, Australia
Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Open 51 weeks per year
Pick up and drop off parking available on-site
Bus: Local bus services operate along Oxford Street, The Horsley Drive, and surrounding roads, with nearby routes including 808, 812, 813 and 814. These services connect Smithfield with Fairfield, Wetherill Park, Prairiewood, Bonnyrigg, Greystanes, Merrylands, and surrounding Western Sydney suburbs.
Car: Conveniently located on Oxford Street, close to Smithfield shops, local schools, and main roads including The Horsley Drive and Cumberland Highway, making drop-off and pick-up practical for families travelling from Smithfield, Fairfield, Wetherill Park, Prairiewood, and surrounding areas.
Phone: 1300 000 162
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to feel confident before getting started.
What is included in the daily fee at Smithfield 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 Smithfield 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 Smithfield 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 Smithfield 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 Smithfield 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 Smithfield? +
When comparing childcare centres in Smithfield, 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 Smithfield 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 Smithfield Town Centre.
Looking for exceptional childcare near Smithfield, Fairfield, Fairfield Heights, Fairfield West, Wetherill Park, Prairiewood, Guildford West, Greystanes, Merrylands West, Woodpark, and the wider Fairfield City Council area?
Find the perfect Montessori childcare centre near you and give your child the best start.
Join a thriving community of Smithfield and Fairfield City Council 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.