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Find Your Local Childcare Centre in Sydney

Quality childcare in Sydney that supports children from the very start

Mini Masterminds offers families across Sydney a caring and engaging early learning experience where children feel secure, supported and ready to learn.

Families looking for childcare in Sydney want more than supervision. They want a place where their child feels understood, encouraged and happy to arrive each day. Our centres provide a calm and welcoming environment where strong relationships and thoughtful routines support children’s growth.

We focus on creating positive early learning experiences that help children build confidence, curiosity and essential life skills.

Childcare centres across Sydney designed for modern families

Our childcare Sydney centre location is designed to support learning, wellbeing and connection. Indoor learning areas are thoughtfully organised to encourage exploration and focus, while outdoor spaces allow children to move freely, play actively and connect with nature.

Children engage with hands on learning tools, imaginative play resources, reading areas and spaces designed for both quiet engagement and energetic discovery. Each environment supports children to feel comfortable and confident throughout the day.

Families stay informed and connected through our secure communication app, receiving daily updates, photos and learning highlights.

Early learning programs from six weeks to school age

Mini Masterminds supports children from infancy through to preschool age. All programs follow the Early Years Learning Framework and are adapted to suit each stage of development.

What does my child experience in daycare?

Our daycare in Sydney programs are delivered across three key learning stages.

Nursery Program

Six weeks to two years

Our nursery program focuses on responsive care, consistent routines and strong educator relationships. Babies are supported by familiar educators who understand the importance of comfort, trust and gentle communication.

Dedicated nursery environments support sensory exploration, early movement and emerging communication skills in a calm and nurturing setting.

Toddler Program

Two to three years

Toddlers are supported as they develop independence, language and social confidence. Learning experiences include music, storytelling, creative expression and problem solving activities shaped by children’s interests.

Clear daily rhythms help toddlers feel secure while they explore, experiment and form early friendships.

Prep School Program

Three to five years

Our Prep School program supports children as they prepare for kindergarten. Learning experiences introduce early literacy, numeracy, technology and inquiry based thinking in meaningful ways.

The program was developed with input from a primary school teacher to support a confident and smooth transition into school.

What is included at our Sydney childcare centres?

Families choosing childcare Sydney value the wide range of inclusions that support learning, wellbeing and daily convenience.

Your child benefits from:

  • Fresh meals prepared daily by a qualified chef
  • Huggies nappies provided throughout the day
  • Prep School and school readiness learning
  • A Reading Eggs subscription for preschool children
  • Mini Champions sports and movement sessions
  • Yoga experiences
  • Cooking activities
  • Weekly language learning

These inclusions form part of everyday learning and support development across multiple areas.

Enrichment programs included each week

All children enrolled in our daycare Sydney centres take part in weekly enrichment experiences at no additional cost.

Mini Champions

Active play sessions that support coordination, strength and teamwork

Mini Chefs

Hands on cooking experiences that introduce food awareness, early maths concepts and practical skills.

Mini Linguistics

Second language exposure through songs, games and cultural activities led by a specialist educator.

Mini Yoga

Gentle movement sessions that support balance, focus and emotional awareness.

A safe and secure place for your child

Your child’s safety and wellbeing guide everything we do at Mini Masterminds. Our childcare centres provide a secure, closely supervised environment with clear routines, attentive educators and age appropriate learning spaces. Educators maintain current first aid and child protection training, and all centres operate in line with national safety standards and regulations. These practices support children to feel calm and protected while giving families confidence and peace of mind. You can learn more about our approach to safety here: https://minimasterminds.com.au/safety/

Partnering with families across Sydney

Mini Masterminds values strong, respectful relationships with families. Our communication app keeps you informed about your child’s learning, routines and special moments throughout the day.

Families are welcomed to participate in centre events, celebrations and shared experiences across the year.

All enrolled families receive complimentary access to the Happy Families parenting platform, offering expert guidance, practical tools and parenting resources to support family life at home.

Childcare funding and affordability

Our preschool programs participate in government funding initiatives that help families access quality early learning.

From January 2026, families will benefit from the 3 Day Childcare Guarantee, supporting consistent participation in early education.

What is the 3 Day Childcare Guarantee?

From January 2026, families eligible for the Child Care Subsidy will receive at least three days of subsidised childcare per fortnight, regardless of work or study hours.

This allows children to build strong relationships, enjoy steady routines and take part fully in learning programs.

Key details include:

  • A minimum of 72 subsidised hours per fortnight
  • Up to 100 subsidised hours for families meeting activity requirements
  • Guaranteed 100 hours for First Nations families
  • Commencing 5 January 2026

Learning about community, care and responsibility

Our childcare in Sydney centres support children in developing respect for their environment and the people around them. Sustainability practices are part of daily learning and help children understand responsibility and care.

Through our Leave a Mark initiative, children are introduced to empathy, generosity and helping others.

Visit Mini Masterminds in Sydney

We invite families to explore our centres and experience the supportive environment of our daycare Sydney community. Our team looks forward to welcoming your family and supporting your child’s early learning journey.

Frequently asked questions

  • Which Sydney suburbs have a Mini Masterminds childcare centre?

    Mini Masterminds operates more than 20 childcare and early learning centres across Sydney, spanning the Inner West, Southern Sydney, Western Sydney, South West, the Hills District and the North West growth corridor, with centres in suburbs including Sydney Olympic Park, Rockdale, Merrylands, Liverpool, Parramatta and surrounds. Every Sydney daycare location shares the same commitment to quality care, early learning, chef prepared meals, child safety and parent communication, while embracing the character of its local community.

    To find your nearest Mini Masterminds Sydney centre, visit our Centres page. Each location has its own dedicated page with photos, current vacancies, opening hours and tour booking. You’re also welcome to call our enrolment team on 1300 336 464.

  • What is included in the daily fee at Mini Masterminds Sydney childcare centres?

    Everything is included in your all inclusive daily childcare fee across every Mini Masterminds Sydney childcare centre, no add ons, no surprise charges.

    Children at our Sydney daycare locations have access to weekly movement and sports sessions, yoga classes that build calm and body awareness, cooking activities, language and music play, and the full Reading Eggs literacy platform for preschoolers. All chef prepared meals fresh on site, Huggies nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats are included in the daily fee too.

    Many Sydney childcare centres charge separately for meals, nappies or in house programs like yoga and sports. At Mini Masterminds, everything is bundled into one transparent daily rate, so families across our Sydney early learning network always know exactly what they’re paying for childcare in Sydney.

    Use our Subsidy Estimator to calculate your out of pocket Sydney childcare cost after the Child Care Subsidy is applied.

  • What ages do you enrol across Mini Masterminds Sydney childcare centres?

    Mini Masterminds welcomes children from six weeks of age through to school entry at age five or six, across all of our Sydney childcare centres. Each child is placed in the daycare program that best matches their developmental stage, not just their age:

    • Nursery (baby daycare Sydney), for babies from six weeks to around 18 months
    • Toddler program (Sydney daycare for 18 months to 3 years), for children developing communication and growing independence
    • Prep School (Sydney preschool / kindy), for children aged 3 to 5, building the skills, confidence and curiosity needed for kindergarten

    Every early learning program is aligned to the Early Years Learning Framework and delivered by qualified early childhood educators. Because we follow the same approach across our entire Sydney network, families who move between suburbs or centres can expect the same quality of care and learning continuity for their child.

    Visit our Centres page to find the Mini Masterminds Sydney daycare location closest to your home or work.

  • Do you offer school readiness programs (preschool / kindy) at your Sydney childcare centres?

    Yes, every Mini Masterminds childcare centre across Sydney runs our Prep School program, a dedicated preschool and school readiness program for children aged 3 to 5, designed to build the foundations they’ll need to thrive in kindergarten and beyond. (In NSW the terms preschool, kindy and pre kindy are often used interchangeably to describe this stage of early learning.)

    Delivered by qualified early childhood educators in line with the Early Years Learning Framework, our Sydney preschool program develops children across five core areas:

    • Early literacy and phonics, building the language and sound awareness that underpins reading and writing
    • Numeracy and number sense, developing confidence with counting, patterns and early mathematical thinking
    • Fine motor skills, pencil grip, scissor use and drawing to prepare for the physical demands of school
    • Social and emotional development, turn taking, listening, resilience and the ability to work alongside others
    • Independence, self care, lunchbox routines and following multi step instructions with growing confidence

    Children also have access to Reading Eggs, an evidence based literacy platform used in primary schools across Australia, woven into their everyday early learning experience.

    In the year before school, families receive a transition statement prepared by their child’s educators and shared directly with their kindergarten teacher, helping to ensure a smooth, supported start to big school, whichever Sydney primary school your child attends.

    Visit our Centres page to find your nearest Mini Masterminds Sydney preschool and book a tour to see the Prep School room for yourself.

  • Are meals included at every Mini Masterminds Sydney childcare centre?

    Yes, all meals are included in your daily childcare fee at every Mini Masterminds Sydney centre, so there’s no need to pack lunch for daycare.

    Each day, children enjoy five chef prepared meals fresh on site: breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack. Every Sydney daycare centre has its own qualified chef following nutritionist designed menus that meet Australian early childhood nutrition standards, with seasonal rotations built around fresh vegetables, fruit, whole grains, lean proteins and dairy. The same standard applies whether you’re at one of our Inner West daycare centres, Western Sydney early learning locations, the Hills District or Sutherland Shire.

    We cater for allergies, intolerances and cultural or religious dietary requirements, and our chefs work directly with families to adjust meals wherever needed, so every child eats well, every day.

    While many Sydney childcare centres charge separately for meals or ask families to pack food from home, at Mini Masterminds it’s all taken care of, every meal included in your daily fee.

  • Are nappies and wipes included at Mini Masterminds Sydney childcare centres?

    Yes, Huggies nappies and baby wipes are included in your daily fee at every Mini Masterminds Sydney childcare centre, across both our Nursery (baby daycare) and Toddler rooms. There’s no need to bring your own.

    If your child has sensitive skin or you’d prefer a specific brand, you’re welcome to bring nappies from home and our educators will use those instead. Every nappy change is logged in our secure parent communication app, so you can follow your child’s daycare day in real time, whichever Sydney centre they attend.

  • How do families receive updates from Mini Masterminds Sydney childcare?

    Yes, Huggies nappies and baby wipes are included in your daily fee at every Mini Masterminds Sydney childcare centre, across both our Nursery (baby daycare) and Toddler rooms. There’s no need to bring your own.

    If your child has sensitive skin or you’d prefer a specific brand, you’re welcome to bring nappies from home and our educators will use those instead. Every nappy change is logged in our secure parent communication app, so you can follow your child’s daycare day in real time, whichever Sydney centre they attend.

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