Welcome to Elizabeth Park Montessori Academy
Montessori Academy is coming to Elizabeth Park in late 2026, and we are excited to be bringing our trusted early learning programs to local families.
Located at 53 Ifould Road, our childcare and Kindy will offer Montessori early learning for children aged 0 to 6, close to home for local families. Part of our network of South Australia childcare centres, the campus will feature child-first learning spaces and Montessori-trained educators passionate about helping children grow and learn in independence and confidence. We can’t wait to meet you and become part of the Elizabeth Park community.
- School Readiness
- Montessori Educators
- Ages 0 to 6 years
A Glimpse Into Montessori Learning
As Elizabeth Park Childcare and Preschool takes shape, it will offer thoughtfully prepared Montessori learning environments designed to support every child's unique journey. Purpose-built indoor and outdoor spaces, paired with carefully curated Montessori materials, will encourage exploration, independence and discovery, helping children unlock their curiosity, confidence and full potential.
Centre Highlights
Take a glimpse into the future of Elizabeth Park Montessori Academy, featuring purpose-built learning environments, inspiring educational spaces and fresh daily meals.
Our Early Learning Programs
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 hands-on materials across five curriculum areas, developing focus, problem-solving skills and a natural passion for learning that helps them feel confident and ready for Reception.
KEY DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOMES
Why Choose Elizabeth Park Montessori Academy
For years, families across Australia have trusted Montessori Academy for their childcare and early education needs. We look forward to bringing that same sense of care, community and educational excellence to Elizabeth Park, creating a place where children feel supported, inspired and valued every day.
- Engaged Educators
- Happy Children
- Calm Structured Classrooms
- Visible Learning Progress
- Strong Communication
- Holistic School Readiness
What Your Child's Day Will Look Like at Our Elizabeth Park Childcare Centre
Every day at our Elizabeth Park childcare centre will follow 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 Always Comes First
Child safety is our highest priority, embedded in every policy, practice and decision. Our seven-pillar safety system brings together rigorous protection, oversight, training and continuous improvement to keep every child safe, known, valued and protected.
Prevention through Rigorous Recruitment & Screening
Capability through Training
Layered Protection Through Integrated Safety Systems
Active Supervision as the Most Important Practice
A Culture of Speaking-up & Transparency
Empowering Children’s Voices & Safe4Kids Program
Strong Governance and Accountability
The best interests of every child, at the centre of every decision.
Getting To Elizabeth Park Montessori Academy Childcare and Preschool
53 Ifould Rd, Elizabeth Park SA 5113, Australia
Monday - Friday, Hours To Be Confirmed
Open 51 weeks per year
Dedicated parent parking available on-site
Bus: Local bus services operate throughout Elizabeth Park and surrounding suburbs, providing convenient connections to Elizabeth City Centre, Elizabeth Interchange and other communities across Adelaide’s north.
Train: Elizabeth Railway Station and interchange are located nearby, providing regular train services towards Adelaide CBD and Gawler, with connecting bus services available throughout the local area.
Phone: 1300 000 162
Other Nearby Locations
Our closest centre to Elizabeth Park is Port Adelaide, which is also yet to open. If you’d like to see where else we have centres, you can explore our other Montessori Academy locations, or join the waitlist and we’ll keep you updated as each centre gets closer to opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to feel confident before getting started.
When is Elizabeth Park Montessori Academy opening? +
Pending Service Approval/Transfer, we expect the move to Montessori Academy to be complete by early 2027. We are here to support your family through the transition. If you have any questions, call our team on 1300 000 162 or send us a message, and our family care team will be in touch.
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. Once the centre starts accepting tours, 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 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 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 .
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 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 Elizabeth Park? +
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 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.