A Place To Grow Early Learning Academy
A Place To Grow Early Learning Academy
A Place To Grow Early Learning Academy
A Place To Grow Early Learning Academy
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A Place To Grow Early Learning Academy

Centre Highlights

Allergy & Anaphylaxis Aware

Educational & Developmental Programs

SunSmart Aware

Community Connection

Indigenous Education

Outdoor Playground

Parent Communication App

School Readiness Curriculum

Meals Prepared by In-House Chef

Long-Serving Team

About A Place To Grow Early Learning Academy

We are now finalising 2026 enrolment applications for January–March commencement. To schedule a centre visit call 02 9661 7896. Limited places available.

Why Families Choose Us
Since opening in 2013, A Place To Grow Early Learning Academy has been dedicated to providing superior care and excellence in early childhood education. Our safe, nurturing, home-like environment focuses strongly on child safety, well-being, and quality education. We proudly meet the National Quality Standards for Health and Safety in Children’s Services.

Our loyal, long-serving team of qualified educators are passionate professionals who combine knowledge, experience, and heart to enrich children’s lives. We foster confidence, independence, problem-solving, and resilience while promoting kindness, empathy, and compassion for others and the environment.

What We Offer

Naturally ventilated, sun-filled classrooms

Leading educational programs

Comprehensive School Readiness Program

Grow Your Mind Program for emotional well-being

Organic, wholesome home-cooked meals daily

Mineral-based sunscreen options

LowTox cleaning with Young Living’s Thieves® products

Individualised learning that builds friendships and social skills

Our Approach
Children are our central focus. Our purpose-built centre offers flexible, open-ended learning where children aged 2–5 thrive. Through play, exploration, and guidance, children discover their unique strengths and interests in a joyful and stimulating environment.

Our highly regarded preschool program runs daily for 3–5 year-olds, preparing them for school and life. With dedicated educators and a philosophy grounded in best practice, we are committed to creating strong foundations for your child’s future.

Availability & Fees

Long Day Care

Junior Toddlers - 2 yrs to 3 yrs

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$210 /day

Junior Kindy - 3 yrs to 4 yrs

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Preschool - 4 yrs to 5 yrs

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$197 /day

Fees for A Place To Grow Early Learning Academy may vary based childcare subsidy eligibility. You may be eligible to a rebate of up to 85% of your childcare fees.

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Reviews for A Place To Grow Early Learning Academy

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Jessica Burton4 months ago

We love APTGA, and feel so lucky to have found this gem of a place in Chifley. Our daughter has been there in the Toddler room since January and she loves "School" as she calls it. What makes this place stand apart from other centers I looked at, is the educators are all passionate about their jobs and the children, it's really a vocation for them rather than a job they fell into. They've all got qualifications and actually care about the children. There is thought put into the daily schedule, real attention given to each child. You can see that as soon as you do a tour, and every time you drop in. They're really switched on. I've really struggled to find the same thing in other places (as they don't have a Nursery so looking for somewhere for my baby). My daughter has also had like 80% less bugs compared to the previous place... i.e they do actually clean. So grateful to the team for giving my daughter such a wonderful daily experience. We feel so lucky to have discovered this place.

Location of A Place To Grow Early Learning Academy

1 Dampier Street, Chifley

Chifley suburb information

Chifley is a suburb located in New South Wales. There are approximately 21 child care centres in Chifley.

How much is child care in Chifley? On average, the cost of child care in Chifley is $146 per day. This breaks down to $146 per day for babies, $143 per day for toddlers and $142 per day for kindergarten.

Chifley sits just above the national NQS Rating & the average rating of centres is «Meeting NQS».

Average cost per day

Baby
Baby

0-12 Months

$146

Toddler
Toddler

13-24 Months

$143

Kindergarten
Kindergarten

2-3 Years

$142

National quality standard

Chifley
National Average
5%6%
Working towards
71%50%
Meeting
14%14%
Exceeding
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