Maitland Childcare and Early Learning
24 Hunter St, Maitland, 2320 (02) 4931 1210 ee-maitland@stnicholasmn.org.auMonday | |
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St Nicholas Early Education Maitland is an 82-place early education and care centre located in the heart of Maitland’s city centre. Our Maitland childcare centre opened in 2020 to an incredible response from the local community, leading to St Nicholas’ decision to extend the centre’s licensed places from 70 to 82 in early 2022.
Our early learning centre offers exceptional daycare in Maitland, providing children with an enriching early childhood education experience. Our passionate educators are committed to supporting every child’s development, helping them unleash their full potential through a mix of quality education and care.
Our Maitland preschool program ensures that children are well-prepared for their primary school years, fostering the growth of foundational skills and confidence that will serve them throughout their lives.
Our unique outdoor play environment features a mix of natural and man-made equipment, designed to stimulate children’s curiosity and exploration. This inviting space encourages children of all age groups to engage in creative play, physical activity, and social interaction.
As part of the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, St Nicholas Early Education Maitland offers families a connected educational pathway, with *greater priority enrolment at nearby Catholic schools such as St John the Baptist’s Primary School, Maitland, and St Joseph’s Primary School, East Maitland. This is further supported by our highly regarded Transition to School program for preschool children, ensuring a smooth transition from early childhood education to primary school.
Start by completing our enrolment expression of interest form, located on this page. Once submitted, a member of our Maitland team will contact you to guide you through the enrolment process and answer any questions you may have.
We accept enrolments from Maitland and surrounding areas, including East Maitland, and Rutherford.
Our Maitland childcare centre provides care for children aged 0-5 years, including a dedicated preschool program for children preparing for primary school. Each age group has its own room and play area so children can mix with their peers and build connections. Our outdoor play areas have age-appropriate facilities, including balancing and climbing equipment.
Yes, we are an approved childcare provider, and families may be eligible for the Child Care Subsidy to reduce the cost of care.
Our preschool program is tailored to prepare children for a smooth transition to primary school, focusing on developing essential literacy, numeracy, and social skills. Our educators will help your child prepare academically and socially for primary school, so they know what to expect when they transition.
While our Maitland centre does not offer vacation care, our nearby St Nicholas OOSH service at St John the Baptist Primary School provides vacation care services during school holidays for school-aged children.
For a full list of St Nicholas frequently asked questions, visit our FAQ page.