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Childcare and preschool in Hurstville, NSW
Welcome to First Grammar Hurstville. Our daycare and preschool centre is a convenient choice for local families in Hurstville, Hurstville Grove, Connells Point, South Hurstville, Mortdale, Oatley and Penshurst. First Grammar Hurstville offers long day care and a preschool program for children aged 12 months to 6 years, with extended hours to suit busy families.
Our purpose-built childcare and preschool centre in Hurstville offers innovative early learning programs in a safe, nurturing environment. Our outdoor environments provide ample space for children to learn and explore, featuring a fairy garden, large sandpits, a wooden fortress with a slide, a vegetable garden, and cubby houses. Indoors, we have spacious areas with natural resources tailored to children’s interests. We have dedicated Early Childhood Teachers for each age group, ensuring high-quality early learning programs. Our Government-approved Preschool program prepares children for school. Our highly trained educators work collaboratively to support the children’s learning and development. We also offer music lessons for our nursery children and toddlers.
Why you’ll love First Grammar Hurstville
Spacious outdoor environments
Passionate, qualified educators
Nappies and wipes provided
Chef-prepared meals
Government-approved Preschool program
Individual learning plans
Family communication app
Extended/flexible hours
Incursions/excursions
Sun protection aware
Allergy and anaphylaxis aware
Music lessons
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NSW Government-approved Preschool program
At our Hurstville early learning centre, your child will benefit from the NSW “Start Strong” program as part of our enhanced learning program. We tailor our Preschool program across numeracy, literacy, STEM, creative arts, emotional and social development, and self-regulation. Led by a qualified Early Childhood Teacher, our Preschool program supports children’s confidence, communication, and social skills through experiences such as show-and-tell, group time and play-based learning. These experiences help children practise concentration, develop friendships, and engage in meaningful interactions, ensuring they are well prepared for the transition to school and beyond.
The added benefits of our Preschool program include:
- Extended long day care opening hours
- Open all year round (excl. public holidays)
- Programs developed and delivered by our Early Childhood Teachers
- Exclusive music and movement program for self-regulation
We’re all about healthy, nutritious eating
Thanks to the in-house chef at our Hurstville child care centre, your child can expect healthy, nutritious, and yummy meals. We offer a rotating seasonal menu, providing breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack freshly made daily. We cater for all children’s dietary requirements, preferences and cultural requirements.
Inclusive support for every child
At our Hurstville early learning centre, every child’s learning journey is supported through an Individual Learning Plan (ILP). These plans allow us to embed each child’s unique needs, strengths, and interests into our daily program, ensuring they feel valued and included. Where possible, we also access Inclusion Support to provide additional assistance for children with specific needs, helping them thrive in a safe and nurturing environment.
For children whose first language is not English, we use tools such as flash cards, visual aids, and non-verbal communication to support their understanding and confidence. With encouragement and exposure, children quickly begin to pick up English, while continuing to feel a strong sense of belonging and connection within our community.
Fees
The Child Care Subsidy can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family’s entitlements.
Nursery
0 – 2 years
$166.50
Toddler
2 – 4 years
$163.90
Preschool
4 – 5 years
$162.80
Child Care Subsidy Estimator
Discover how much child care subsidy you may be entitled to by entering the fields below.
2026 3-Day Guarantee
From 5th January 2026, based on the information you have entered, here's an estimate of your CCS entitlements and your out-of-pocket costs.
Total Fees
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Estimated CCS Fee Subsidy
$0.00
Preschool/Preschool Subsidy
$0.00
Out of Pocket Cost (what you pay)
$0.00
Matrix Out of Pocket Cost
Is your CCS working for you? Check the out-of-pocket cost matrix per child against session lengths and weekly days below. Please note: The table in the matrix only shows out-of-pocket costs after CCS (Child Care Subsidy).
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*Kindergarten/preschool subsidy applied: $0.00
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Frequently asked questions
A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family’s schedule. Click here to book a tour online.
On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You’ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.
Our Family Support Team will add your child’s name to our waitlist if one of our childcare centres is currently full in your child’s age group. We will then contact you as soon as a place becomes available.
We also do monthly check-ins to review availability, and you will receive a text message confirming whether you’re still happy to remain on the waitlist each month. If you would like an update at any point, you’re welcome to reach out on our Web Chat or give us a call.
Our Family Support Team can also help you find more G8 early learning centres near you, with the same offerings at the First Grammar centre you are interested in that have immediate availability.
It’s common for a child to experience separation anxiety when they first start child care. When you’re getting ready to start child care, you can help your child overcome anxieties by visiting the child care service together for a Stay and Play session, and easing into new routines at home.
Read more tips about how to make the transition easier for your child.
Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.
For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits and spare socks.
For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it’s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits and spare socks.
Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.
It’s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.
First Grammar uses Xplor Home as our family communication app. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child’s day.
After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child’s learning, learn about your child’s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.
If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, First Grammar is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children.
Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), families are allowed 42 absence days per child, per financial year. These can be taken for any reason, including public holidays and when children are sick, without requiring families to provide documentation.
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We look forward to welcoming your family.