KU Wickham goes beyond childcare. We create a safe and nurturing environment where childhood is celebrated.
An integral part of the community since 1943, we are proud of our reputation of providing rich early education 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.
Set in a beautiful National Trust registered building amidst extensive parkland, KU Wickham is a magical place with a spacious outdoor area and wonderful community feel. We offer extended preschool hours and open over school holidays.
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 emphasise a culture of outdoor learning through our indoor/outdoor program which integrates natural elements both inside and out. Research indicates that natural outdoor play enhances children’s physical and emotional wellbeing, confidence and self-regulation.
KU Wickham 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.
Experienced staff
Extended hours
Education for Sustainability
Parking
Outdoor play
Public transport
Play-based learning
Storypark
Transition to school
University qualified teachers
Child Care Subsidy
Charlotte Ashton is a university qualified early childhood teacher from New Zealand with over 10 years’ experience in the early childhood sector. She has worked in many environments with a variety of educational approaches and has had training in the Montessori Method.
Charlotte is an advocate for allowing children to facilitate their own learning through practical life skills within a play-based approach, and has a passion for sustainability.
Having studied in New Zealand using the curriculum Te Whariki, Charlotte acknowledges the importance of embedding cultural practices as well as respecting the languages and traditions of the Traditional Owners of the land.
| Age group | Amount |
|---|---|
| Preschoolers | $123.00 |
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
The service has a dedicated team of experienced early childhood teachers and educators who work with you to support your child’s learning and wellbeing.
The service provides extended hours of care and operates a minimum of eight hours a day.
The service has embraced a commitment to a more sustainable early education community, embedding sustainability into pedagogy and practice. We welcome families' participation.
Parking for drop-off and pick-up is available.
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.
This KU service has university qualified teachers with early education and care qualifications.
The service is an approved service for CCS, therefore fees may vary depending on individual circumstances.
