I used to work here many years ago. Have no connections with the place now but love the service it…read moreoffers. It is the only 24 hour child care centre in Adelaide. So unless you want to try find a local private sitter or family day care style arrangement (not even sure if FDC do overnighters) this is the place to go. Great for hospital and shift workers with odd start or finish times. The staff still try as much as possible to keep the children in routine. It's amazing being in a centre with so many kids all making noise at dinner time and then a few hours later you, with any luck, have most of them down for sleep. It's also odd with parents coming to drop off and pick up kids at unusual hours sometimes. But they do offer a fantastic unique service and their pricing is still comparable to other centres for care on a per session basis. Even though it's in the city there is still a reasonable outside play area for them here. If you NEED ongoing care I suggest you get on the waiting list as soon as possible though!!!

City Community Children's Centre is one of the best Childcare facilities in Adelaide and is miles…read moreahead of many others in a number of categories. The Director runs two centres, the one in the city and another in Sturt and the city site is open 24 hrs a day. Its city location also makes is so perfect for parents who work in the city and may not finish until late into the night. This means there is only a little distance to travel to pick up their little ones and take them home. There is also ample parking out the front which is a rare find for a city business. The centre is run by qualified childcare workers and offers a great number of services. Wholesome and nutritious meals are served and the price is included in the overall expense of the Centre. They take on children from birth to school age (around 4 or 5) and have different rooms and areas to cater to different ages and needs. The staff have planned activities for the children everyday and cater to those with learning difficulties or those who may have social or interaction problems.

Have been taking my child to Unley Kindergym for a couple years now. Such a great way for the kids…read moreto have social interaction as well as us adults. Judith (the leader) is kind and friendly and some how manages to remember every child by name. She runs a tight ship and only asks that we don't chatter when she is addressing the group in group time and to make sure you watch your own child during play time. Not too much to ask I don't think.

One street over from the council library, you'll find Kindergym at Unley tucked away on a site…read morestreet of Unley Road. Some might prefer the open plan, purpose built centres, but here they have converted an old hall and made good use of the space. I love wandering from room to room experiencing the different set ups and themes and yes, my child loves it too! The main room at the front offers a small trampoline, climbing equipment and a rope swing. There is new equipment in here every few months and plenty of space to run about. The next area is a small anteroom which plays host to the kid's kitchen with oven, table and chairs and miniature wooden and plastic food to cut and serve. The kitchen leads through to the main playroom which is overwhelming at first with the amount of equipment on offer. Balance across planks, climb up, slide down, shimmy through tunnels and kick and throw soft balls. This is where most of the children migrate. One bonus of having different rooms is if your child is having trouble with another youngster (and let's face it, they all do sometime or other), you can steer them to another area and avoid the conflict. Circling back to the front is the carpeted room where all classes finish with a song and dance. From here, you're back to the front entrance with a few large tables, bathrooms and a small kitchen/cafe where you can purchases snacks and coffees. Many parents bring their children's lunch and join friends from class for an early lunch before nap times. Judith is the teacher and a master of her craft. But be warned, if you're caught socialising with other parents instead of interacting with your children, you'll be sent to the principal's office. Given this is the only adult interaction some parents have all day, I do feel this is a little harsh. Unley Kindergym is very popular and most classes have wait lists, but it's worth it if you're patient.

ere. While I ventured away from the Goldilocks family due to distance, I came back the first chance…read moreI got. Children are not just cared for here, but loved and doted on. The carers have been here for ages which makes parents like myself feel reassured and develop great relationships with the people who are raising my kids. If you are around the area, please consider this warmly and homely place for your child. And my personal favourite thing about Goldilocks, it always smells great and there is a calming music playing with happy children at drop offs and pick ups.

I was lucky enough secure a child care place in the baby room here a few weeks after the centre…read moreopened and my son attended Unley ELC for a little over three years. They have a really lovely team of carers who are all well trained and have a sincere interest in caring for young'uns. Rhianna is the Director and looking after children runs in the family. Soon after we started, my mum collected my son and met Rhianna's mum, Sandy. A short conversation resulted in the discovery that Sandy had cared for me in the late 1970s. It was then I knew I'd made the right decision. In terms of the layout, the centre has three main rooms all leading off the reception area - babies, toddlers/pre-kindy and kindy. The baby's room has an alcove that houses the permanent cots with named bedding for each child (washed each week). There's a door leading directly outside the baby's room where part of the verandah has been sectioned off to allow the youngster a safe place to play and watch and interact with the older children through the fencing. Both the baby room and toddler room lead to a shared junior toilets and nappy changing area. The toddler room is a larger space with many books, large cushions and small tables for meals and crafts. Small camp beds are brought out for nap time and each child has their own sheet (washed weekly). Once a child is 3 years old and toilet trained, they move into the kindy room. This has more toys appropriate to children aged 3 to 6 including role play. Four junior toilets are directly off of this room as is the kitchen where all the meals are prepared. The christmas show is an absolutely highlight and we've been invited to attend again this year to watch a friend's 2 year old. It will be a joy for both of us to reminisce our years here. I've recommended this centre to many friends who have all be happy with the service provided. Only trouble is securing a place. With the new ratios, I'm afraid it will be even harder.

Unley Early Learning is a fantastic childcare centre, that has amazing educators, great food. They…read moreare committed to providing the children with the best care and lots of learning, staff are very professional and I feel very confident in this very positive environment.

This was our daughter's first child care centre. From her early days, and being scared to stay…read morethere, she has developed so much and never wants to leave. All the staff are excellent and to see our daughter's eyes light up when she sees them in the morning is amazing. Her skills and abilities have improved a lot, including singing, counting, and the alphabet. Can highly recommend this place.

My child went here when he was younger. It was a good centre. The staff were friendly and they had…read moreno issues with my child when he was there (not like the school he went to). They even helped me out when a friend of mine needed emergency care for her child at very short notice. Their fee's are in line with other government centres so comparable on cost to anything else available. Althought their address is on Main South Road they are actually on a little side road next to the main road so plenty of parking and easy to get in and out of the centre.

Zaida has been taking care of our boys since the beginning of 2020. At the time, my eldest son was…read more3 years old, and my youngest was just 9 months. Returning to work after a year of maternity leave, I was feeling very anxious, especially given my youngest son's strong attachment. However, from our very first meeting, Zaida immediately put my mind at ease, providing comfort and assurance that my boys would be in excellent hands. Zaida not only made my transition back to work smoother but also went above and beyond with regular updates, photos, and a willingness to accommodate the flexibility I needed in my work schedule. Our boys always enjoy their time at Zaida's with the many fun filled activities and on a few occasions, my youngest son didn't want to leave upon pick up, a remarkable change from his initial adjustment period! I put this down to Zaida's genuine care of the children and treats them as if they were her own which is such a comfort and what every parent wants, to know that their children are in good hands and loved. Having Zaida in our lives has been a true blessing. We consider ourselves extremely fortunate to have found such a wonderful educator, and Zaida has undeniably become an integral part of our family circle.

I'm being biased but this has got to be the BEST primary school in SA! There are approximately 530…read morestudents and growing each year and no wonder, it has a fantastic principal and deputy, dedicated teachers and are on the ball and nip it in the bud when it comes to bullying, hence it's minimal. Belair Primary is part of the International Baccalaureate Programs and the National Curriculum as are the majority of all the other Primary Schools in the area. There is a proactive fund raising committee and a real sense of community throughout. The layout of the school is excellent with a parent car park and a kiss and drop zone off Laffers Road, without fear of kids running across the road to get to school. The following excerpt from their annual report says it all: A study of responses to the specific questions indicates that the sample of families had particularly positive views about the Quality of Teaching and Learning * My child is motivated to do their best * I believe that the quality of teaching is of a high standard * There is a true sense of care and consideration given to individual children's needs * Teachers have taken due care to ensure my child's learning difficulty does not affect the quality of his experiences * The school fosters a positive achievement and is a good role model in our community * The teachers are very good and willing to assist me and my child Support of Learning * The school is professional and well resourced * The resources and opportunities are endless * Children are encouraged to be open minded, caring and non judgemental * Support for their learning is very good, I am glad they provide the extension work where required * Excellent School Relationships and Communication * There is a good informal parent support network * Information is provided in a clear and timely manner using a variety of mediums * I am able to provide feedback which is received openly by all staff * I find the school welcoming and embracing * Staff are always happy to discuss any needs or concerns * Belair does a fantastic job of keeping parents informed of activities Leadership and Decision Making * The Principals are open accessible and fair * Parents are encouraged and given the opportunity to participate in any aspect of the school if they choose to * The Leadership at Belair is very good * There are many opportunities both formally and informally to become involved in the school * Leadership know their students and families Other Comments * Belair is nothing short of outstanding. All staff are fully committed to the students and they work hard * I feel that the quality of teacher and service provided by my child's school has been exemplary

these oshc staff bullied me and shouted at me when i wouldnt pass a ball to a kid who wasnt even…read moreplaying. everytime i went to this location i was tortured. the staff are so mean and joked about running over a cat. there charges are crazy and the staff are stupid. never send a child there. the staff are biased and always favour the little kids. some oshc staff are fun but they left after a while. the worst thing about this oshc is the staff called melissa. shes the one who made my life there a living hell, i will never forget when she punished me for looking behind a BUSH! this review is only about the oshc but the school itself is great (exept for the relief teachers, there crap)