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    Quality Childcare in Belfield

    At Chipmunks Childcare Belfield, we provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Our dedicated educators support each child's unique development through play-based learning, social interaction, and creative exploration. With a strong focus on early education, we help children build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

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    A Safe and Supportive Space for Every Child

    We understand how important it is to find a childcare center that feels like a second home. At Chipmunks Childcare Belfield, we prioritize safety, well-being, and personal growth. Our modern facilities, secure play areas, and age-appropriate programs create a welcoming and engaging atmosphere where children feel valued and supported at every stage of development.

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Chipmunks in the Garden Preschool Childcare in Belfield

Location: 10 Downes Street Belfield NSW 2191

Telephone: 02 9053 2160

Email: garden@chipmunkschildcare.com

Opening Times: 7:00am to 6:00pm (Monday – Friday)

Rooms: Tiny Wanderers (0-2 years), Little Explorers (2-3 years). The Preschoolers Room (3-5 years)

Additional: Freshly cooked gourmet meals, Early Learning Years Framework curriculum applied, and registered under Child Care Subsidy (CCS)

What makes Belfield childcare centre different

We are a small, boutique child care centre located in the heart of Belfield conveniently located next to Nature’s Best Belfield and across the road from Mancini’s Restaurant. Our daycare is family owned and operated and we have a strong educational focused team of educators from diverse backgrounds. We take enrolments for our preschool from Belfield, Campsie, Strathfield South, Lakemba, Belmore, Greenacre, Burwood Heights and Chullora.

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Belfield daycare centre features

✔ Care for children 6weeks – 5 Years

✔ 3 separate rooms

✔ 2 separate large outdoor yards

✔ Cooked meals prepared at the centre with 4-week rotating menu

✔ Separate meals prepared for children under 12 months

✔ Long standing qualified, knowledgeable educators

✔ Long standing director

✔ Affordable fees

✔ Age-appropriate fun learning for all children 0-5 years

✔ Open 7am- 6pm

✔ School readiness program for preschool aged children

✔ Daily communication via closed Facebook family group

✔ Monthly observations on the children’s development

The latest updates on Belfield childcare

Please use this next section to scroll through all the fun activities we have enjoyed over the past few weeks here at Chipmunks in the Garden. Our team of educators support the children’s interests and development needs by creating fun, meaningful and engaging activities at Belfield Childcare. All of our activities are age appropriate and endeavour to support the developmental needs for each age group.

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Take a look at our childcare Belfield

Chipmunks in the Garden is divided across 3 rooms that cater for each age group; 0-2 years, 2-3 years & 3-5 years. Through this gallery you can view each room along with activities we have had available to the children. You will also be able to view our 2 outdoor areas; 0-2 years outdoor play space and 2-5 years outdoor play space.

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Exterior of a daycare center named "Chipmunks in the Garden Early Learning Centre," featuring signage promoting enrollment for ages 0-5, with a welcoming entry gate.
Two children in a classroom reading a book together at a table, with green chairs and educational toys in the background.
Children sitting at a table in a classroom, practicing writing the letter 'E' on worksheets. A potted plant is on the table, and there are shelves with colorful items in the background.
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A woman reading a book to a group of young children in a classroom setting. The children are seated around a circular table in high chairs and on a couch. The room has educational toys and a colorful chalkboard. Natural light enters through a window.
A toddler sitting in a high chair eating macaroni and cheese from a blue bowl with assistance from an adult wearing gloves, in a play kitchen setting.
Preschool classroom with green chairs and tables covered with Lego blocks and animal toys.
Outdoor playground with artificial grass, shade structures, a wooden playhouse, slides, sandbox with toy trucks, and climbing equipment.
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Vertical garden with hanging planters made from recycled plastic bottles attached to a wooden lattice, labeled 'Preschool Greenhouse' with greenery around.
Children's reading nook with wooden bookshelves, various children's books displayed, a green sofa, and small wooden stools on a rug.

Find Chipmunks in the Garden Preschool – daycare in Belfield

Our Belfield daycare provides childcare to all surrounding areas such as Strathfield, Campsie, Belmore, Lakemba, Croydon Park, Greenacre, Ashbury and Ashfield. We are conveniently located just down from Nature’s Best Fruit shop and Mancini’s Pizza. Parking is available along Downes Street or in the 3 hour car park across the street.

What our parents say about our daycare Belfield

We strongly believe that your child would thoroughly enjoy every minute at Belfield Chipmunks in the Garden Daycare. We are confident that your family would feel valued and always have an opportunity to add input. However, please don’t just take our word for it, below are the 5 most current google reviews from families past and present.

  • A perfect place to grow and learn for my nephew, He shows lots of improvement since he is joining the place and the communication between staff and parents always on the run to give updates about the recent activities for the kids. it is a highly recommended place for the staff are really caring and amazing.

    Regina Perky

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Meet the Belfield Chipmunks in the Garden Preschool team

Our team at Chipmunks in the Garden Belfield have many years of combined experience and knowledge. Their time with Chipmunks in the Garden Preschool ranges from 6 years – 12 years. Below you can get to know our team, their individual teaching philosophies.

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Marian

Operations and Compliance Manager

My educational philosophy centres on fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. I believe in a child-centred approach that values each child's individuality, encouraging their natural curiosity and creativity.
My philosophy emphasises the importance of early childhood education as a foundation for lifelong learning and development.

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Roxanne

Belfield Childcare Centre Director

My philosophy as educator is all about creating an environment where children can thrive, learn, and have fun at the same time. I believe in fostering a sense of curiosity and wonder in children, encouraging them to explore and discover the world around them.

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Hayley

2IC & Preschool Educator

As an educator I believe children grow and learn at different paces, and that it’s important as an educator to support all children with loved, care and patience. Being an educator is amazing, as I see children progress through the years and they reach their milestones which is an amazing part to see in a child’s development.

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Valerie

Preschool Room Leader

Working with children has definitely built my knowledge about children’s development. I am dedicated to the social and emotional development of each child and make it my goal to make sure that each child receives the best care and love that they all deserve.

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Joanne

Tiny Wanderers Room Leader

Working with children is fun and joyful. I enjoy working with children. Every child is special for me and I enjoy watching them grow up in my care. I enjoy supporting each child’ needs, strengths and providing a safe environment. Developing child’ interests and implementing it into the program.

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Lucy

Belfield Childcare Qualified Centre Cook

As a cook, I will plan and prepare nutritious well presented and appropriate meals and snacks for the children within the centres. I respect individual requirements such as medical conditions, food preferences and cultural considerations and ensure children’s health and wellbeing whilst.

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Flora

Little Explore's Room Leader

I enjoy hearing the voices of the children and seeing their faces light up with fervour each time they learn something new undoubtedly brings boundless joy.

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Maricel

Preschool Room Educator

As an educator, I am committed to establishing a strong and secure connection with the children, families and colleagues. I believe in the importance of constructive learning environments to ensure the child’s learning and development. I will always help the children receive the best care and learning I can give them.

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Nafisa

Preschooler 3-5 Educator

I believe in nurturing each child’s individuality through a supportive, play-based environment. My goal is to foster children’s love of learning while promoting social, emotional and cognitive growth.

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Adyele

3-5 Preschool Room Educator

Smile and the world smiles with you!

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Maryam

Room Assistant

As an early childhood educator, I believe that a nurturing and comfortable learning environment is essential for fostering curiosity and growth. When children feel safe and supported, they are more open to exploring new ideas.

What our parents ask about preschool Belfield

We have made finding the perfect preschool in Belfield for your children and family that little bit easier by answering some FAQs. Below you will find helpful information around costs of childcare, the differences between preschools you may have already viewed, as well as other useful information. We hope these make your tasks of finding the perfect child care centre for your family that little bit easier.

  • If your location services are on your phone will automatically pin your location on your search engines map. All you need to do is search ‘Childcare centres near me in Belfield’ and a list of centres will come up in order of distance from your current location. Alternatively, if you would like to keep your location off, you can search for example, ‘Childcare centres Belfield’ and a list will come up of all centre in that area and surrounding areas also.

  • Belfield preschool are often the cheapest childcare option however daycare can be very affordable also depending on how much CCS you receive. It is important to know how many hours of CCS you have each fortnight also. For example, if you receive 100 hours per fortnight but your child attends a centre 5 days that is open for 11 hours each day, your childcare provider can arrange for your child to attend 10 hours per day, and ensure you receive CCS coverage for every hour they attend, making your childcare fees cheaper.

  • Many childcare centres brand themselves differently from daycare, child care and early education. All centres follow the same framework and standards so its important to look at a few centres near you and ensure they are right for you and your children.

  • Pros

    • Children will be better prepared for the transition to primary school.

    • Children will learn important social skills.

    • Children will form bonds with educators and other children.

    • Access to a large variety of experiences from arts & craft to science experiments, literacy, numeracy and so much more.

    • Children will learn self help skills such as putting on their own shoes, packing their bags and collecting their belongings.

    • Their immune systems will be boosted before going to school therefore decreasing their chance of picking up common colds and flues.

    • Children will be encouraged to better regulate and understand their own emotions and express these in a healthy way.

    Cons

    • In the beginning of daycare children may pick up germs from the centre as their immune system becomes stronger. It is highly recommended to start children a few weeks prior to returning to work as they may become ill in the first couple of weeks.

    • Injuries may occur as multiple children are together during the day. Educators work to supervise and ensure the safety of all children however occasionally injuries may occur still.

    • Childcare costs often can be a burden so it is important to calculate your income correctly when applying for Belfield Childcare Subsidy to ensure you are getting as much assistance as you can towards you weekly fees.

  • Staying home with mum is usually the cheaper option however for some families this just isn’t possible. It is also very beneficial to have your child attending a daycare prior to transitioning to primary school, to learn skills that are not possible if at home, i.e., social and emotional skills, being able to separate from mum as well as introduce them to common germs to boost their immunity.