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17 Years
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Trusted Child Care & Early Learning Programs in Sydney
Established in 2009, Young Academics is a family-owned early childhood education provider dedicated to fostering lifelong learning through dynamic, inclusive environments. Our play-based approach prioritises holistic development, with qualified educators delivering tailored programs like the Evolution Program (0-3 years) and Transition to School Program (3-5 years). We maintain a strong focus on nutrition, community partnerships, and child safety, exceeding the National Quality Standard.With over 60 centres across Sydney, we combine purpose-built facilities, innovative resources, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Our values of family, professionalism, and transparency underpin every interaction, ensuring children feel safe, supported, and empowered to thrive. Recognised as NSW's fastest-growing childcare provider, we integrate sustainability and ethical practices into all operations while offering flexible enrollment options and comprehensive family resources.
Services
Evolution Program
Transition to School Program
Nutrition Program
Music and Movement Workshop
S.T.E.A.M. Workshop
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 2009 with 15+ years of childcare expertise
- Expertly created programs aligned with Australian School Curriculum
- State-of-the-art facilities with dedicated learning stations
- Focus on community partnerships and cultural inclusivity
- Comprehensive child safety framework with ongoing staff training
Associations and certifications
- National Quality Standard (NQS)
What people say
Friendly and caring staff
Engaging learning environment
Excellent nutrition program
Smooth transition to school
Supportive family atmosphere
Services
Evolution Program
Our signature 0-3 year program fosters curiosity and imagination through play-based learning. Qualified educators create tailored experiences that develop foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and social interaction while maintaining flexible routines that adapt to each child's needs and interests.
Transition to School Program
Designed for 3-5 year olds, this program builds school readiness through structured activities aligned with the Australian Curriculum. Children develop literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills while engaging in creative play, outdoor exploration, and social learning experiences that promote confidence and independence.
Nutrition Program
Daily meals are prepared by in-house cooks using fresh ingredients to meet dietary guidelines. The program includes five meals/snacks per day, with menus focusing on whole foods, cultural diversity, and nutrition education integrated into children's learning experiences about food origins and healthy choices.
Music and Movement Workshop
Weekly 20-30 minute sessions led by specialist educators use music, dance, and movement to enhance development. These workshops support sensory exploration, motor skills, and self-expression while fostering social interaction through group activities and rhythm-based learning experiences.
S.T.E.A.M. Workshop
Specialist-led workshops introduce science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics through hands-on experiments. Children engage in age-appropriate activities that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills while making cross-disciplinary connections through play-based discovery.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide childcare and education for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, with age-specific programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Are meals provided at your centres?
Yes, our in-house cooks prepare five nutritious meals and snacks daily, included in our fees, with dietary requirements accommodated.
How do you support school readiness?
Our Transition to School Program develops foundational skills aligned with the Australian School Curriculum through structured play-based learning activities.
Can I visit multiple locations?
Yes, we offer casual bookings across all centres. Contact our team to arrange visits to different locations before enrollment.
What qualifications do your educators have?
Our team includes qualified Early Childhood Teachers and trained educators, with many staff being multilingual to support diverse families.
Do you accept childcare subsidies?
As a registered provider, we accept the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and offer Start Strong Fee Relief where applicable.
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Reviews (5)
Ev Caon
Feb 10, 2021
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My sons just started in the Nursery at Cranebrook and we couldn’t love it more!! He’s only 5 months old and as soon as we get there in the morning it is all smiles! The constant updates on kinderloop are great and he comes home as happy as can be ❤️ So happy I decided to put him in and you can already tell the bonds that he has created with the beautiful, caring educators!! ❤️
Sugar Williams
Jan 21, 2021
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The staff at the glenmore park centre are useless. They have no education about autistic children and their needs. Don't send your child there if they are autistic as the staff there will only traumatise your child through mismanagement. They will call you constantly wanting you to come and collect your child because they can't "manage" them, then… they'll terminate your enrolment out of the blue. They shouldn't be in business as they are cruel to children with different needs. The area managers make the decisions and don't filter them down to the staff so you never know where you stand
Stephanie Hunt
Sep 10, 2020
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Worst experience ever! Kerrie the accounts manger is so rude she yells and makes comments about financial positions of families ! she is degrading and completely unprofessional! when you go to make a complaint they ignore it all and you have to investigate to even find an email address because they block you, i will be informing all my single… mothers out there NEVER enrol your child ! they claim to have a family friendly attitude and do not care when it comes too needing help! they ignore your emails and block you! i have never been so disgusted with someone's behaviour in my life. i was
Monique Stewart
May 03, 2020
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I have both my children enrolled at the Canterbury location and I highly recommend them. All the educators always make my childrenn feel welcome cared for and loved and I know when I drop them off and pick them up before work they are and have been in good care all day! My youngest attended at just 8 months old and although it was extrememly hard they have not only helped develoo my daughters personality they have helped her achieve key milestones (walking). I absolutely love this daycare and would recommend them !!!
Brooklyn Shae-Lee
Mar 19, 2020
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My son loves YA Cranebrook he’s learnt so many new skills & made friends he always gets excited getting out of the car in the mornings! couldn’t recommend them enough
