Headstart Early Learning Centre West Ryde
Headstart Early Learning Centre West Ryde
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Headstart Early Learning Centre West Ryde

Centre Highlights

Kindergarten Program

Parent Communication App

Educational & Developmental Programs

Meals Prepared by In-House Chef

School Readiness Curriculum

Nappies & Wipes Supplied

Outdoor Playground

Transition to School Program

Local Primary School Connections

Diversity Celebrated

Allergy & Anaphylaxis Aware

Meals Provided

SunSmart Aware

On-Site Car Parking

STEM/STEAM Program

Holiday Fee Discount

About Headstart Early Learning Centre West Ryde

We are conveniently located for families in or commuting through West Ryde, Denistone, Ryde, Putney, North Ryde and Melrose Park. Many of our Children go on to attend local schools such as West Ryde Public School, supporting a smooth transition to school.

We offer nurturing care and quality early education for children from 6 weeks to 6 years, with flexible hours (9, 10, 11, and 12-hour sessions) to suit busy families.

Our Learning Environments

Our children benefit from familiar faces as they grow, creating a sense of continuity:

  • Nursery (0-2 years): A safe, nurturing environment for babies to explore with tailored sensory and social experiences.
  • Toddler (2-3 years): Play-based learning encourages curiosity, confidence, and social skills.
  • Preschool (3-6 years): A stimulating learning environment that prepares our children for school through our Enhanced Learning Program.

We’re proud to have qualified teachers and educators, supported by a team of national education experts, ensuring the highest quality childcare and early education.

Innovative Early Learning Programs

Our teachers deliver the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF or the national curriculum) through play-based learning that covers language, literacy, numeracy, STEM, social, and emotional development. Our program also includes:

  • Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR), an evidence-based program developed by Queensland University of Technology to support children’s executive function and self-regulation.
  • Environmental and social sustainability learning experiences.
  • Personalised learning plans for each child.
  • Local school connections.

We focus on strong family partnerships through regular learning and development conversations with your child’s lead educator, learning showcases, and in-centre family events. Our Xplor app provides real-time updates and learning summaries daily to keep you informed on your child’s journey.

Availability & Fees

Long Day Care

Nursery - 0 yrs to 2 yrs

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Fees

$188.60 /day

Toddler - 2 yrs to 3 yrs

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$187.55 /day

Kindergarten - 3 yrs to 6 yrs

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$186.50 /day

Fees for Headstart Early Learning Centre West Ryde 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 Headstart Early Learning Centre West Ryde

5
Roshni Dennis3 days ago

Today it is with a heavy heart that my family walked out of Headstart Early Learning Centre West Ryde's doors for the last time - having first entered 6 years ago! Our eldest son attended from age 19 months - 5.5 years and our youngest son from age 14 months - 4.5 years from Nursery to Preschool 2. It feels like just the other day both children were welcomed on their first day by educators that felt like family. To Josephine, Arifa, Cathy, Geer, Laila, Skye, Doan, Chanel, Chloe, Jade, Chantelle, Indira, Irene words can't express how truly grateful we are for every effort made, making learning so exciting and fun and for all the love and nurturing you have given our children. You've wiped their tears, held them close when they've had separation anxiety, had the patience of a saint listening to them talking non-stop all day (!!) and danced and laughed with them through play time, news, yoga, gardening, literacy, science, athletics incursions the list goes on and on. To chef Linda thank you for all the yummy meals you have prepared for our children - we don't know what magic you do to broccoli but our youngest has only ever eaten it at the centre!! Having been with the centre for so many years naturally we've seen a few changings of the guard however we have been blown away by the support and streamlined management of lovely Centre Manager Nancy since she joined in May 2025 bringing a wealth of knowledge and over 12 years of experience in the early childhood education and care industry. To any parents considering Headstart West Ryde look no further your child/children will be safe here and well looked after and loved and the educators keep you updated throughout the day with lesson recaps, photos, feeding/sleep/toilet reporting all via Xplor app. A final thank you to everyone at Headstart Early Learning Centre West Ryde for helping our children grow, learn, build resilience and confidence and ensuring they have all the necessary skills to have the best start for big school. Hopefully we get to meet again one day maybe at the local shops as our children have already asked when can they visit the centre again :*)

Response from the ownerabout 21 hours ago

Dear Roshni, We can’t thank you enough for your 5-star review! It’s fantastic to hear that you have been with us for so long and got to be aprt of the family. Your support encourages us to continue creating a positive and enriching environment for your child. Warm wishes, The Headstart Early Learning Centre Team

Location of Headstart Early Learning Centre West Ryde

6-8 Wattle Street, West Ryde

West Ryde suburb information

West Ryde is a suburb located in New South Wales. There are approximately 31 child care centres in West Ryde.

How much is child care in West Ryde? On average, the cost of child care in West Ryde is $159 per day. This breaks down to $159 per day for babies, $153 per day for toddlers and $147 per day for kindergarten.

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

Average cost per day

Baby
Baby

0-12 Months

$159

Toddler
Toddler

13-24 Months

$153

Kindergarten
Kindergarten

2-3 Years

$147

National quality standard

West Ryde
National Average
6%6%
Working towards
68%51%
Meeting
3%14%
Exceeding
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