Banksia Cottage
Centre Highlights
Allergy & Anaphylaxis Aware
Meals Provided
Nappies & Wipes Supplied
SunSmart Aware
About Banksia Cottage
Banksia Cottage was established by a committee of dedicated staff members of Macquarie University who needed childcare services on campus. Led by Jean Joss they lobbied the University and successfully began building the Centre in 1992.
The Centre opened its doors on Monday 22 February 1993 as the Macquarie University Child Care Centre at Banksia Cottage. It was licensed for 60 children and gave priority to families of University staff. Professor Jack Bassett, Deputy Vice Chancellor, was appointed to oversee the governing Banksia Board.
In 1995, due to the increasing demand for Banksia Cottage's services, the University agreed to extend the Centre from three playrooms to five.
Banksia Cottage now comes under the management of Campus Life and is open to everyone but offers priority to University staff and students. It retains the community spirit that it has always operated with and continues to provide high quality education and care to the University community.
Availability & Fees
Fees
$137 - $161 /day
Priority is given to CURRENT Staff and Students of Macquarie University
Fees for Banksia Cottage may vary based childcare subsidy eligibility. You may be eligible to a rebate of up to 85% of your childcare fees.
Calculate your subsidyFees
$137 - $161 /day
Priority is given to CURRENT Staff and Students of Macquarie University
Fees for Banksia Cottage may vary based childcare subsidy eligibility. You may be eligible to a rebate of up to 85% of your childcare fees.
Calculate your subsidyFees
$137 - $161 /day
Priority is given to CURRENT Staff and Students of Macquarie University
Fees for Banksia Cottage may vary based childcare subsidy eligibility. You may be eligible to a rebate of up to 85% of your childcare fees.
Calculate your subsidyFees
$137 - $161 /day
Priority is given to CURRENT Staff and Students of Macquarie University
Fees for Banksia Cottage may vary based childcare subsidy eligibility. You may be eligible to a rebate of up to 85% of your childcare fees.
Calculate your subsidyReviews for Banksia Cottage
- Michael Allendorfover 1 year ago
My son has been going to Banksia for 3 years now and my daughter 1 and a half years. Our kids love all of the educators and so do we! They are always very warm and welcoming, and everyone always has a smile on their face. We love the programs they have in place, the green space and how attentive the educators with the kids. Highly recommend this centre!
- Liz Holmesover 1 year ago
Location of Banksia Cottage
Macquarie Park suburb information
Macquarie Park is a suburb located in New South Wales. There are approximately 31 child care centres in Macquarie Park.
How much is child care in Macquarie Park? On average, the cost of child care in Macquarie Park is $164 per day. This breaks down to $164 per day for babies, $164 per day for toddlers and $161 per day for kindergarten.
Macquarie Park sits just above the national NQS Rating & the average rating of centres is «Meeting NQS».
Number of centres
Child care centres in Macquarie Park
31
Average cost per day
Baby
0-12 Months
$164
Toddler
13-24 Months
$164
Kindergarten
2-3 Years
