At Oz Education Early Learning Centres, we believe every child is naturally curious and capable of discovering the world in meaningful ways.
Our STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education program is designed to nurture curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking from an early age.
STEM learning provides children with the opportunity to explore, question, and build foundational knowledge that develops over time. Introducing STEM in the early years supports long-term learning, helping children strengthen problem-solving skills, confidence, and understanding as they grow, while preparing them for future academic success.
Nationally Recognised STEM Learning Centres
Oz Education Early Learning Centres are certified in STEM early learning ensuring that we embed age-appropriate STEM concepts and skills into our daily curriculum. In a playful way, our early learners are familiarised with scientific processes and learn to think scientifically through activities and games.
We are highly committed to early learning excellence. Our Early Learning Centres are certified and recognised by Little Scientists Australia as a provider of quality hands-on STEM education that promotes an active learning environment, incorporating co-construction, metacognition, and inquiry-based learning.
We provide safe, modern, and spacious indoor and outdoor play areas tailored for different age groups. Each centre is well equipped with fun yet educational STEM resources suited for your active and growing toddler.
Unlock Your Child's Potential
STEM education in early childhood enables children to use their knowledge of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to try to understand how the world works and to solve problems. In addition, our program nurtures skills that extend beyond those needed to be successful in STEM fields with lasting benefits. It:
- cultivates creativity and out-of-the-box thinking
- lays the foundation for social and emotional intelligence
- raises children’s confidence
- fosters children’s abilities to plan, reflect and learn
- prepares them for academic success
From an early age, our early learners strengthen their practices of collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. These skills help our early learners to go beyond the traditional preschool skills with huge benefits toward their disposition for learning for school and beyond.
Hands-on Inquiry-based Learning
STEM represents the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics that are growing in demand due to an increased need for these skills in current and future jobs
However, STEM education is not limited to only building knowledge in these fields. Oz Education’s inquiry-based, hands-on approach to STEM learning also promotes critical thinking, analysis, and many more future-ready skills.
We create fun-filled STEM experiences tailored for young babies, toddlers and preschoolers to foster curiosity, critical thinking, and resilience. Daily learning experiences and care at Oz Education’s early STEM learning centres are customised to suit your child’s interests and abilities in a nurturing and supportive environment.
Qualified Early Childhood Teachers
Our educators are trained to research every day so that STEM learning content forms an integral part of the everyday life of children at our service. All relevant STEM projects, observations, experiments etc. are also documented.
Our educators get access to ongoing high-quality STEM professional learning through Little Scientist Australia and have access to leading research and regular support through online and face-to-face group training.
Hear From Oz Education Parents
Choosing the right early learning centre is an important decision. At Oz Education Early Learning Centres, we’re proud to partner with families to create a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for every child.
From our caring educators to our enriching learning programs, families trust us to support their children during the most important early years of development.
Hear directly from our parents as they share their experience and what makes Oz Education feel like more than just childcare.
Why Local Families Trust Us
Families searching for childcare in Lidcombe choose Oz Education because we foster happiness and confidence through nurturing, play-based learning. We combine genuine care with quality early learning programs. Our centre supports children’s social, emotional and cognitive development while preparing them for a confident transition to school.
Our son has been attending Oz Education since he was a baby, and now, as he gets ready for school, we couldn’t be happier with his progress. The educators are caring, professional, and nurturing, always supporting his learning and development. He loves coming to the centre every day, and we feel completely confident knowing he’s in such a safe and welcoming environment. Highly recommend Oz Education.
Amanda
Oz Education is truly my child’s home away from home! Attending five days a week, my little one loves the clean, welcoming environment and delicious, nutritious meals. The educators are exceptional—dedicated, professional, and genuinely caring. I feel completely confident knowing my child is in such a safe and nurturing space every day. Highly recommend Oz Education early learning centre to any family seeking quality early education and care!
Sayed
My 4-year-old has attended since she was 7 months old and absolutely loves it. I was nervous returning to work, but the wonderful staff at Oz Education created a warm, nurturing environment that gives me total confidence every day. My daughter is always excited to see her educators, and the Centre Director does an amazing job managing the centre. We love it so much that we still attend even after moving out of the area—it’s worth the travel!
Victoria
Nurturing Creativity & Confidence
At Oz Education, we are committed to providing age-appropriate learning and enriching resources to nurture the minds of young children. Our carefully designed rooms are equipped with stimulating materials and resources tailored to each age group, creating an environment where children can thrive and explore.
Our qualified educators are dedicated to monitoring and engaging with children within each room, ensuring a safe and nurturing space for learning and growth. With their expertise and passion for early childhood education, our educators facilitate a wide range of stimulating learning activities that encourage curiosity, creativity, and skill development.
A Safe & Secure Place For Your Child
At Oz Education, nothing is more important than the happiness, safety and wellbeing of your child.
As a family‑owned childcare provider – and parents ourselves – we understand just how much trust you place in us. That trust is never taken lightly. For more than 45 years, our centres have proudly met and maintained the standards of the National Quality Framework (NQF), creating safe, nurturing environments where every child is protected, supported, and valued.
When your child is part of the Oz Education family, you can feel confident knowing their safety is embedded in everything we do – every day.
Childcare Funding Support For Families
The Government has introduced the 3 Day Guarantee, which provides all CCS eligible families with a minimum of 72 subsidised hours per fortnight, no matter your work, study or training hours.
Oz Education Early Learning Centres offer flexible hours – 9, 10, 11 or full day long daycare sessions to help minimise your out-of-pocket expenses for childcare and save further. If your family is entitled to a maximum subsidy of 95%, your fees could start from as little as $12 a day, depending on the centre.
Oz Education centres in New South Wales are approved for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and participate in the NSW Start Strong program.
Oz Education centres in Victoria are approved for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and participate in the Victorian Government’s Free Kinder initiative.
This ensures high‑quality early learning is accessible for more families. We’re here to support families and provide the best care and learning for every child.
Find a Centre Near You
We understand that choosing childcare is an important decision. With over 45 years of trusted experience, Oz Education is dedicated to supporting your family by providing exceptional early childhood education in a safe and nurturing environment.
Discover a welcoming and engaging early learning centre close to home. Conveniently located across NSW and Victoria, Oz Education makes it easy for families to access high-quality childcare tailored to every stage of development.
Each centre combines play-based learning, experienced educators, and modern facilities to help your child grow, learn, and thrive. Use our centre finder to explore locations near you, check availability, and secure your spot today – places fill quickly.
Enquire now or call us on 1300 088 520 to speak with our team.
Enquire Now or Call Us On 1300 088 520
Our friendly team is here to help with any questions you have about programs, enrolments and centre tours. Contact us on 1300 088 520 or submit an enquiry – we’re here to support your family.
