KU Macquarie Fields goes beyond childcare. We create a safe and inclusive environment where childhood is celebrated.
We are proud of our strong 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.
KU Macquarie Fields proudly stands as a leader in the sector with an unwavering commitment to crafting environments and programs that speak to children’s diverse abilities and encourage the full participation of each child.
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 are committed to fostering relationships with the local community, understanding and respecting cultural diversity, and inclusion support. This extends support for families, and enhances children’s sense of belonging and appreciation of the wonderful uniqueness of their peers.
KU Macquarie Fields has been independently assessed by the NSW Department of Education, and are proud to be rated as Excellent 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.
Designed centre
Experienced staff
Hat and sunscreen
Parking
Outdoor play
Public transport
Play-based learning
Storypark
Transition to school
Award
University qualified teachers
Jacklyn Staudinger is a university qualified early childhood teacher with 38 years experience. Jacklyn is an advocate for children’s inclusion and believes it is important to celebrate individual differences and equality. She is committed to cultural safety and children’s safety and wellbeing.
Jacklyn is a Marte Mao practitioner, a Circle of Security Parent trainer, caseworker, keyworker, and Early Start Denver Model (certified ESDM Therapist). She is proud to have worked for KU since 2009.
Jacklyn was a winner of a 2021 ACEL NSW Leadership Award and was a finalist at the national 2021 HESTA ECEC Awards, recognising her astute and dedicated leadership of the KU Macquarie Fields team.
| Age group | Amount |
|---|---|
| 4 year old Start Strong Fee Relief fee | FREE |
| 3 year old Start Strong Fee Relief fee | FREE |
| Start Strong Equity Fee Relief fee | FREE |
| Unfunded fee | $45.00 |
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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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 centre is purpose-built and architecturally designed or recently refurbished.
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.
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 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.
The service has been recognised and awarded as an outstanding service provider.
This KU service has university qualified teachers with early education and care qualifications.
