Hatchlings ELC Waterford West

Finding a daycare you can trust with your little one is no small task—but from the moment I walked into Hatchlings, I knew I'd found something special. The warmth and kindness of the staff, the thoughtful activities, and the genuine care they show each child is beyond what we could have hoped for. My child doesn't want to leave in the afternoons, he would rather stay and continue playing with the staff and his friends. Even after moving homes to another suburb, I still make the trip to Hatchlings each day instead of moving to a daycare closer to home, why? because my son loves it. I’ve watched him grow in confidence, curiosity, and joy—all thanks to the nurturing environment Hatchlings creates. The communication with parents is fantastic too—I always feel informed and included in their day-to-day moments via their kindy app. It’s clear this isn’t just a job for the team—it’s a passion. And as a parent, that means everything. I'm so grateful to have found a second home for my little one. Thank you, Rachel and the Hatchlings team, for all that you do! Special shoutout to Miss Trish, Miss Ally, Miss Jayda, Miss Kristy and of course, Miss Rachel.

My kids go to this centre and they really love it. The team are so friendly, they recognise each parent and I'm always welcomed when I get the kids for the day. As a dad my wife does alot of the caring for the kids but since going back to work it has made our life easier knowing the kids are looked after well. Pick up and drop off is a breeze, the kids are always happy to go and sometimes want to stay as long as they can. It's pretty cool they do extra classes too like Mandarin and OT. My son looks forward to sharing his day and chatting about what class he did earlier that day. Thanks to Rachel and her team, they are great.