ABOUT COVE
EARLY LEARNING
Cove Early Learning is a high-quality, long day care service, providing early education and care for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.
Operating under the National Quality Framework (NQF), our centres offer a nurturing, inclusive, and inspiring environment where children feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow through play and purposeful learning.
WE PROUDLY OFFER
An Inspired Standard of Care and Education
At Cove Early Learning, we believe in providing a holistic environment where children don't just attend childcare - they thrive. Our services, programs, and facilities are intentionally structured to provide premium early education, absolute safety, and smooth pathways for your entire family:
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Supporting your busy routine with nurturing daily care. We are open Monday to Friday from 7:00am to 6:00pm, 50 weeks a year.
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Led by qualified Early Childhood Teachers, our program builds school-readiness and emotional confidence, fully aligned with EYLF V2.0. NSW Start Strong fee relief is available for children aged 3 and over.
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Five daily fresh, seasonal and nourishing meals are prepared from scratch by our qualified in-centre chef, supporting healthy physical development and mindful eating habits.
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Our Green Little Thumbs, hands-on gardening and sustainability programme allow children to explore composting, recycling and organic planting - fostering environmental stewardship and a tactile connection to the earth.
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Thoughtfully curated community excursions and incursions expand our learning horizons, connecting children deeply with their wider community.
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Meaningfully weaving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives into our daily practice, honouring Country and storytelling in partnership with local community voices.
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Fostering open, transparent relationships with locals and families and actively collaborating with local networks to create a supportive, connected learning environment.
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Helping you navigate early learning costs with seamless integration of federal Child Care Subsidy (CCS) calculations and fee relief pipelines.
At Cove Early Learning, we believe in the power of child-led play, natural curiosity, cultural identity, and meaningful relationships.
Our environments are designed to inspire imagination, foster growth, and nurture a lifelong love of learning.
OUR Philosophy
At Cove Early Learning, we are a connected, nurturing community where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow.
We believe in the power of child-led learning, and our play spaces are thoughtfully designed around children’s interests, strengths, and developmental needs. Every environment is calm, natural, and welcoming a true home away from home where children feel comfortable to explore, create, and learn.
Built on Partnership
It takes a village to raise a curious learner.
Cove Early Learning was born from a simple, powerful vision: to bridge the gap between early childhood education and the comforting warmth of a child’s home.
We understand that leaving your child in someone else's care is one of the biggest milestones in your parenting journey. That is why we don't view ourselves as a separate service—we are an extension of your family.
Every Cove sanctuary is intentionally designed with warm wooden finishes, naturally lit rooms, and beautifully shaded outdoor play spaces. We structure our environments specifically to soothe the nervous system and stimulate active minds. Whether your child is taking their first steps in our cozy nurseries or preparing for school in our active preschool classrooms, they are surrounded by an intentional community of educators who support, respect, and believe in them.
Cove offers a supportive village where children feel safe, heard and inspired to grow.
Our calm, light-filled environments are designed to match your child's unique interests, making every day a natural extension of home
Nurturing Curious Minds Across New South Wales
At Cove, we believe that children thrive when they feel completely secure, respected, and free to explore. That’s why we build more than just childcare centres -we design warm, collaborative villages.
Our sanctuaries are intentionally structured as calm, bright environments where children aged 0–6 years can confidently explore the world at their own pace.
With our flagship centre now actively open and thriving in Blackwall, and a growing family of future locations on the horizon, we are proud to bring our premium standard of early education to local families.
Cove Early Learning is built on the belief that early childhood is a precious time, a foundation for lifelong learning, identity, and wellbeing.
That’s why we follow the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and create learning experiences that support children’s belonging, being and becoming.
We are proud of our community connections and the collaborative partnerships we build with families. These relationships are central to everything we do and ensure that every child’s voice, culture, and background are honoured.
We also acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land and embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives into our daily practices with respect and care. We promote sustainability, responsibility, and connection to the natural world through meaningful, hands-on experiences.
At Cove Early Learning, children are not only cared for, they are celebrated, encouraged, and empowered to reach their full potential in a setting where they truly belong.
Fresh, Nourishing Food Made Daily
At Cove Early Learning, we believe that good nutrition is a vital part of a child’s wellbeing, growth, and learning. That’s why we proudly provide fresh, seasonal meals prepared daily by our on-site chef in our purpose-built kitchen.
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Breakfast
Morning Tea
Lunch
Afternoon Tea
Late Afternoon Snack
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We grow veggies in our garden so when they are in bloom, we serve them! On other occasions we source the freshest and highest-quality produce, supporting both our children’s health and our surrounding community. Every ingredient is carefully selected to nourish young bodies and minds, while also introducing children to a variety of tastes, textures, and cultural flavours.
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Seasonal and full of variety
Balanced and age-appropriate
Allergy-aware and inclusive (with dietary requirements accommodated)
Designed to encourage positive attitudes toward food and mealtimes
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We see mealtimes as more than just food, they are a chance to slow down, connect with others, and build lifelong habits around health and wellbeing.
At Cove Early Learning, children experience food as part of a community. It is shared, celebrated, and lovingly prepared, every single day.