The Tree House

Children playing in the sand at KU's The Tree House childcare
Address​
Level 2, 133 Castlereagh Street
SYDNEY NSW 2000
The Tree House Child Care Centre, Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW, Australia
Monday to Friday 7:30am - 6:00pm
Infants (Birth-2Y)Toddlers (2-3Y)Preschool (3-5Y)Preschool/Kindergarten (3-5Y)
Overview

The Tree House goes beyond childcare. We create a safe and nurturing environment where childhood is celebrated.

We are proud of our longstanding reputation of providing rich education and care to the children of Stockland employees and the general community 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.

Children thrive in our engaging environment designed to feel as natural as possible, featuring a rooftop atrium providing natural light, wet and dry sandpits and a ‘secret forest’ play area.

About this service

Our program and approach

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 place emphasis on developing children’s appreciation for the natural environment and their understanding of sustainability. We strive to incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural perspectives as a model for sustainable practice and environmental respect.

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Our quality

The Tree House 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 warm and authentic 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.

Features

Designed centre
Cooked meal
Hat and sunscreen
Parking
Nappies
Public transport
Play-based learning
Storypark
Transition to school
Child Care Subsidy

Director

Kylie Anderson is a university qualified early childhood teacher with over 35 years’ experience working with young children.

She has been working with KU for over 26 years, and has been working at The Tree House since its opening in 2008.

Kylie has a particular interest in sustainability and environmental issues and is passionate about developing children’s awareness of their role in preserving and managing our natural world.

 

Fees

The daily fees for 2024 at The Tree House are:
Age group Amount
Infants $181
Toddlers $173
Preschoolers $173

2025 daily fees WITH Start Strong fee relief allocation - 2 days a week (Fees charge when fee relief declared at this KU service)

4-year-old non equity fee 3-year-old non equity fee Equity fee
$8.70 $28.70 $0

2025 daily fees WITHOUT Start Strong fee relief allocation - 2 days a week (Fees charge when fee relief is NOT declared at this KU service)

4-year-old non equity fee 3-year-old non equity fee Equity fee
$62.50 $82.50 $43.00

Why Choose KU

Leader in quality

Highly respected for our high quality programs, KU's National Quality Standard Ratings far exceed the national average.

Most experienced

KU was established in 1895 and is the most experienced provider of early childhood education in Australia.

Brilliant staff

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.

Family testimonials

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The Tree House parent
“The educators are all very engaged with my child. The systems in place for safety and cleanliness seem very robust. The kids seem to do a variety of group activities, alongside individual play.”

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The Tree House parent
“The educators are brilliant, they spend so much time planning out the day/week from both a play and education perspective. The relationships they have with the children are fantastic.”

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The Tree House parent
“The educators at The Treehouse are absolutely amazing and I have so much trust and confidence in the care they provide to my child. I also really like that the centre has a focus on sustainability.”

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The Tree House parent
“We love The Treehouse! It is a fabulous centre and we have enjoyed having all three of our kids attend over the last eight years.”

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The Tree House parent
“The staff seem to genuinely care for the welfare of the children. The range of play is engaging and educational.”

Google reviews

maryam abharimaryam abhari
07:53 06 Aug 24
It is the best child care ever. The staff are so kind and they were like our family. It has special discipline and makes everything easier. I strongly recommend it.
KJKJ
08:55 20 Jan 23
I had a look through another daycare centre in the CBD and when I was looking through the centre the teachers were spending the whole time trying to get that perfect photo of the kids to upload on their app to send to parents. Kids that weren't having their photo taken were bored and upset. I couldn't get out quick enough. So I rang the treehouse centre and Cindy said I could come and have a look. When I arrived it was a totally different atmosphere the teachers were fully engaged in the activities with the children.i didn't see any workers on technology. All the kids were happy and had the teachers full attention. I enrolled my kids that day. My kids have been going for a few months now and I am so blessed my kids are having such high quality care.
George TanGeorge Tan
08:30 28 Jan 22
V CremonaV Cremona
14:42 03 Aug 18
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The Tree House offers high-quality early childhood education, where brilliant staff and the play-based program benefit from over 125 years of sector experience. At KU your child is given the best chance to build a great foundation for lifelong learning. Apply now.
KU's The Tree House childcare educator reading to a child

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  • Designed centre

    The centre is purpose-built and architecturally designed or recently refurbished.

  • Cooked meal

    The service has a chef and provides a seasonal menu with freshly cooked food, including morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack.

  • Hat and sunscreen

    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.

  • Parking

    Parking for drop-off and pick-up is available.

  • Nappies

    All nappies are supplied by the service and included in the fee.

  • Public transport

    The service is accessible by public transport and is close to a train station and/or public buses.

  • Play-based learning

    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.

  • Storypark

    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.

  • Transition to school

    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.

  • Child Care Subsidy

    The service is an approved service for CCS, therefore fees may vary depending on individual circumstances.

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