St Marina Early Learning Centre
Centre Highlights
Kindergarten Program
Secure Drop Off & Pick Up
Parent Communication App
Educational & Developmental Programs
Meals Prepared by In-House Chef
School Readiness Curriculum
Nappies & Wipes Supplied
Progress & Wellbeing Updates
Outdoor Playground
Transition to School Program
Local Primary School Connections
Family Collaboration
Local Community Excursions
Incursion Programs & Activities
Diversity Celebrated
About St Marina Early Learning Centre
About St Marina Early Learning Long Daycare and Preschool
Welcome to St Marina Early Learning Services. We're ideally located for families in North Parramatta, Carlingford and Rydalmere.
Our Long Daycare and Preschool Centre provides early education and care for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.
We provide convenient, full care coverage from 9hr, 10hr or full days, 5 days per week, including school holidays.
Our longstanding, multicultural and dedicated team of Teachers and Educators provide a safe, nurturing, and inspiring learning environment - where your child can thrive, and be their wonderful self, every day.
Getting school ready? We offer the Government-approved Preschool program that helps ensure your child has a successful transition to formal schooling.
We offer a great variety of learning experiences at our Centre including:
- Sustainability Program: Helps children develop and understand the importance of embedding sustainable practices into everyday life. Children learn about recycling, conserving water, growing food and the importance of protecting our planet.
- Community Engagement Program: Encourages children to interact with and discover their local community. We often have visits from community services, and we go out on adventures to teach the children about their local environment.
- Music & Movement Program: Designed to develop fundamental skills that help support children’s self-regulation, memory, and concentration. Children learn to appreciate and develop an understanding of music - and of course, have fun.
Availability & Fees
Nursery - 0 yrs to 2 yrs
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Toddler - 2 yrs to 3 yrs
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Kindergarten - 3 yrs to 6 yrs
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Fees for St Marina Early Learning Centre may vary based childcare subsidy eligibility. You may be eligible to a rebate of up to 85% of your childcare fees.
Calculate your subsidy3 yrs to 6 yrs
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Fees for St Marina Early Learning Centre 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 St Marina Early Learning Centre
- Pascale Attonabout 2 months ago
St. Marina Early Learning Centre has been an absolute blessing for our family! From the moment we stepped into the centre, we were struck by how warm, welcoming, and genuinely family-oriented the environment is. Unlike other centres where it feels like a business, St. Marina is a place where children are treated like part of a big family. The staff are truly exceptional—each one goes above and beyond to nurture, care for, and support the kids. It's evident they are not just doing a job; they are deeply invested in the children's well-being and development. Their Pre-school program is outstanding, offering a balanced mix of structured learning, creativity, and play that helps children grow and develop in every way. It's clear that the curriculum is thoughtfully designed to foster not just academic skills, but also emotional and social growth. Our 5-year-old, who graduated in 2023, started at St Marina at 6 months old and he blossomed since starting here —both academically and socially. We have received such praise from his school regarding confidence, creativity, and overall happiness. The centre does an amazing job balancing fun and learning, with activities that stimulate imagination while reinforcing important skills. A recent example of this was when our 2-year-old communicated that she understood the concept of stranger danger which as a parent is extremely reassuring! What sets St. Marina apart is their commitment to creating an environment that feels comfortable and inviting—not the cold, clinical atmosphere found in many other centres. The space is warm, friendly, and full of energy, which makes it a joy for the kids to be there every day. The staff are incredibly warm and attentive, always making sure each child feels valued and cared for. They have created such a safe, welcoming space that we feel completely confident leaving our children in their hands every day. The teachers are knowledgeable and passionate about early childhood development, and it shows in the engaging activities, individualised attention, and thoughtful curriculum they provide. As a parent, we feel confident knowing our children are not only receiving top-notch education but also surrounded by caring staff who genuinely consider them part of the family. It's such a special place that although we have moved out of the area, we continue to drive 30mins one way as no other centre offers what this one does. We're so grateful for the exceptional care St. Marina Early Learning Centre provides, and we highly recommend them to any parent looking for a trustworthy, loving environment for their child. Thank you to the entire team for everything you do!
Response from the ownerabout 2 months agoHi Pascale, Thank you for the glowing 5-star review! We’re overjoyed that our team at St. Marina Early Learning Centre is truly grateful for your kind words! We’re so pleased to hear that our warm, family-oriented environment and dedicated educators have made such a positive impact on your children’s growth and development. It’s wonderful to know that our preschool program and focus on both learning and emotional well-being have helped prepare your little ones for the future. Knowing that our efforts are appreciated truly inspires us to keep striving for excellence. Kind regards, The Early Learning Services Team
- Mel Clarke2 months ago
So impressed by the staff and teachers at this daycare . My children have had the most lovely experience here. It is clean and run very well. Definitely highly recommended if you are looking for a great daycare for your little ones.
Response from the owner2 months agoDear Mel, Thank you for your heartfelt 5-star review! It’s great to hear that you are impressed by our staff and teachers. We’re committed to maintaining this high level of service for all our families. Best wishes, The Early Learning Centre Team
- Mia Wang4 months ago
It has been a great experience with St Marina for the past months. The staff are really warm and welcoming each morning on arrival. The centre has great learning programs, kids are encouraged to speak and ask questions during the group times not only listening. Our little one has been so happy everyday.
- Riya Rj7 months ago
Wonderful activities with friendly atmosphere for kids.
Response from the owner7 months agoDear Riya, thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you loved your experience; our staff will definitely be happy to read what you wrote. We put customer experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. Kind regards, The Early Learning Services Team.
Location of St Marina Early Learning Centre
Parramatta suburb information
Parramatta is a suburb located in New South Wales. There are approximately 58 child care centres in Parramatta.
How much is child care in Parramatta? On average, the cost of child care in Parramatta is $133 per day. This breaks down to $133 per day for babies, $130 per day for toddlers and $127 per day for kindergarten.
Parramatta sits just above the national NQS Rating & the average rating of centres is «Meeting NQS».
Number of centres
Child care centres in Parramatta
58
Average cost per day
Baby
0-12 Months
$133
Toddler
13-24 Months
$130
Kindergarten
2-3 Years