KU Westmead goes beyond childcare. We create a safe and welcoming environment where childhood is celebrated.
We are proud of our longstanding reputation within the local community of providing rich education and care tailored to each child’s needs in a family-focussed and supportive way.
Our highly experienced and dedicated teachers and educators build strong, trusting relationships with each child, fostering a sense of belonging and confidence. We are proud of our low staff turnover and long tenure of many of our staff.
Passionate about sustainability and celebrating the diversity of the community, KU Westmead is a nurturing environment where your child is supported to thrive and explore their potential.
When children play and explore, their imagination and curiosity are sparked – they enjoy learning and are inspired to continue learning more.
Our play-based program intentionally provides a wide range of engaging opportunities and activities based on the Early Years Learning Framework.
We encourage learning through the outdoor environment and visual arts – a holistic approach that fosters creativity and wellbeing. Our program involves engaging with nature and animals, natural materials and sustainable practices, as well as rich art experiences in our Atelier.
KU Westmead has been independently assessed by the NSW Department of Education and are proud to be rated as Exceeding the National Quality Standard.
We believe that the positive interactions children have with our staff are the most important component of our high-quality program. Our team of teachers and educators are qualified, experienced, caring and motivated.
Our staff undergo continuous professional development, staying at the forefront of early childhood education.
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Education for Sustainability
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Public transport
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Transition to school
Award
Kimberley Simon began her early childhood education career in 2004, completing a Diploma in Children’s Services, Bachelor of Teaching (Birth to 5 years) and later a Diploma of Leadership and Management. She has worked in range of service types and roles over the past 15 years.
Kim is a dedicated leader passionate about supporting educators and children’s learning and building positive relationships with families and children. She has a deep passion for children’s overall wellbeing and their learning development, while truly valuing the importance of learning through play.
Kim knows how important it is for children to be given a voice within their world, helping them to become confident, independent learners who will continue to build lifelong skills for the future.
2025 daily fees WITH Start Strong fee relief allocation – 2 days enrolment (fees charged when fee relief declared at KU)
| 4-year-old non equity fee | 3-year-old non equity fee | Equity fee |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $21.70 | $0 |
2025 daily fees WITHOUT Start Strong fee relief allocation – 2 days enrolment (fees charged when fee relief is not declared at KU)
| 4-year-old non equity fee | 3-year-old non equity fee | Equity fee |
|---|---|---|
| $47.50 | $75.50 | $18.00 |
Highly respected for our high quality programs, KU's National Quality Standard Ratings far exceed the national average.
KU was established in 1895 and is the most experienced provider of early childhood education in Australia.
As an Employer of Choice for 9 years running and certified Great Place to Work, we attract the best and brightest staff who stay with KU for longer.
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KU respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the many lands on which our services are delivered.
The contribution by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to the education of young children existed long before our story began.
Proudly a not for profit and for purpose organisation
© KU Children’s Services 2024
Proudly a not for profit and for purpose organisation
© KU Children’s Services 2024
As part of the service’s duty of care in minimising exposure to Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR) and promoting sun safe practices among children, families and staff, the service provides each child with a KU hat and sunscreen is administered by staff where possible 20 minutes before commencing outdoor play.
The service has embraced a commitment to a more sustainable early education community, embedding sustainability into pedagogy and practice. We welcome families' participation.
The service provides a natural outdoor environment designed as an active place for learning. We encourage children to develop an understanding about sustainability by exploring the natural world around them.
The service is accessible by public transport and is close to a train station and/or public buses.
Our high-quality play-based programs are based on current research and are planned by experienced and qualified early childhood staff. Through play, children learn the skills, knowledge, feelings and dispositions that provide a solid foundation for their life-long learning.
The service provides a secure, private online communication portal called Storypark at no cost that is designed to document your child’s progress and learning and provide you with updates about your child.
The service offers a full preschool program and places a strong emphasis on programs that challenge and extend children’s abilities and confidence, aiding their transition to school.
The service has been recognised and awarded as an outstanding service provider.
