If you’re a local family commuting from Ryde, Rhodes, or live in the surrounding suburbs, Rise & Shine Kindergarten Haberfield is one early learning centre worth a visit! Conveniently located with parking right out front, this vibrant, family-owned centre has built a reputation as a leader in STEM education in the early years – and after our visit, we can see why.

Purpose-built spaces for every age

This beautiful, 94-place centre caters to children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, with separate nursery, toddler, and preschool rooms designed to meet the developmental needs of each age group. Each room features age-appropriate resources and its own outdoor space, giving children the freedom to play and explore in a way that suits their stage of growth.

Families love the Care+ approach in the nursery and toddler rooms, where every child receives an individualised care plan and a dedicated crew member who understands their unique routines, comforts, and learning style. It’s a warm, personalised approach that helps children feel safe and supported from day one.

All-inclusive care – everything is covered

The inclusions here are genuinely impressive. Your daily fee covers:

• Five nutritious meals, cooked fresh onsite by a centre chef

• Sunscreen, hats, and all daily essentials

• Weekly soccer sessions by a professional sports provider

• STEM-focused learning through the custom-built Shine Advantage curriculum

• Creative experiences in art, drama, food, and physical play

• Kindy+ excursions and incursions, such as visits to the zoo, aquarium, local library, post office, or even a walk across the footbridge to Woolies to explore the fruit aisle

• Transition-to-school program, running all year for preschoolers

• Exclusive access to Orbit, an industry-first STEM hub down the road that’s like a mini museum, rotating groups of children through inspiring learning experiences

And the best part? There are no extra fees for excursions or bus travel – it’s all part of the experience.

Curriculum that grows with your child

Rise & Shine Kindergarten’s Shine Advantage Curriculum is a holistic, play-based program that covers five elements:

• Smart Start – STEM-based learning

• Inspired – art and dramatic play

• Fit – healthy eating and active movement (think Little Bakers, sporting sessions and more)

• Unite – building social and emotional skills

• Crew – nurturing relationships between educators and children

This curriculum is carefully structured to evolve with your child’s learning journey, encouraging curiosity, independence, and confidence every step of the way.

Excellent value and generous subsidies

Rise & Shine Kindergarten Haberfield is also a standout when it comes to affordability. With CCS (Child Care Subsidy)and the Start Strong funding of $2,174 per child, some families are paying as little as $20 per day. For a fully inclusive service with such high standards, this represents outstanding value.

Long-standing staff you can trust

One of the things that stood out to us was the team. The educators here are experienced, dedicated, and many have been with Rise & Shine for over 7–8 years across their centres. They know how to make children feel seen, safe, and supported – and that kind of continuity makes a big difference.

Interested in a place at Rise & Shine Kindergarten Haberfield?

The centre has been open for just over a year and a half and currently has limited vacancies. If you’re looking for a nurturing, STEM-focused centre that truly goes above and beyond – especially one with a school-readiness edge – Rise & Shine Kindergarten Haberfield is a must-visit.

➡️ Visit riseandshine.edu.au/locations/haberfield to book a tour or learn more.

Details

• Address: 183 Parramatta Rd, Haberfield
• Website: www.riseandshine.edu.au/locations/haberfield
• Age: Weeks to 6 Years
• Hours: 7am – 6pm
• Email: enrol@riseandshine.edu.au