Welcome to St Ives Chase Kindergarten
St Ives Chase Kindergarten
Open since 1991, St Ives Chase Kindergarten is a licensed Long Day Care Centre open from 7am to 6pm, catering for up to 40 children aged between 2.5 - 6 years for 2 to 5 days per week, 50 weeks per year. We at St Ives preschool kindergarten aim to provide a welcoming, safe and stimulating environment where children can become active learners, explore, and learn through a wide variety of experiences and activities, day by day. Our school's mission is to offer your child the most comprehensive learning experience possible in a safe and warm learning environment.
Our childcare centre provides a varied program for all children based on the children's interests, observations and family input. The kindergarten's program incorporates the Emergent Curriculum and the Early Years Learning Framework. At St Ives preschool we encourage family input into the program and believe in creating a strong link between the home and the kindergarten. The adaptation process takes some time, and it depends on the child. We guide each parent through this process individually. St Ives Chase Kindergarten has been assessed under the current National Quality Standards, which guarantees your children will only get the best education.
We have 2 classrooms in the Centre, and each room is run by experienced and qualified Early Childhood Educators.
Eikoh Seminar Australia, which comprises of West Ryde Long Day Care Centre, Normanhurst Child Care Centre, St Ives Chase Kindergarten and Roseville Kindergarten is committed to the effective implementation of our Child Safe Policy and the NSW Child Safe Standards, ensuring that the policy is appropriately reviewed and updated. As Early Childhood Education and Care services we are committed to ensuring that the children in our care are protected and their rights are respected and valued. Our aim is to ensure that all children feel safe, secure and supported within our learning environments and that educators are aware of their obligations and responsibilities in relation to child safety, ensuring that we provide a child safe environment for the children in which they are able to confidently express themselves and feel respected and listened to.
Preschool St Ives
At preschool St Ives, children are actively engaged in all the activities. We aim at providing the children with projects which challenge and stimulate imagination and creativity. A full spectrum of hands-on daily activities is designed to promote each child's physical, creative, cognitive, social, and emotional growth. As a result, the kids will have more authentic learning outcomes. Your children will always be under the watchful eye of our exceptional teachers so you can have peace of mind.
Our students are the main focus of everything we do. When children feel heard, seen, and valued, they can give maximum results. That's precisely why we nurture love as one of our core values. The friendly, kind, family-oriented atmosphere at St Ives Chase Kindergarten helps pre-schoolers feel physically and emotionally safe, and nurtures the child's mind and heart.
Please call to make an appointment to come in, meet us, and see our Centre. We look forward to fostering a love of learning in your child!
Fees and Availability
✅ Vacancy
Fees from January 2025
Pre-School Hours:
9.00am - 3.00pm
$130.00 a day per child
Long Day Care Hours:
7.00am - 6.00pm
$146.00 a day per child
Includes:
Afternoon Tea, Education Programs
Current Fees
Pre-School Hours:
9.00am - 3.00pm
$127.00 a day per child
Long Day Care Hours:
7.00am - 6.00pm
$140.00 a day per child
Eikoh Child Care Centre App
Our Centre uses a secure mobile-based portfolio platform specifically designed for our Centre and the families that are enrolled.
The App was built in-conjunction with OWNA Corp Pty Ltd (CAN: 613 387 474).
It aims to ensure your child receives the best support possible and that you are involved and up-to-date with your child’s development. It will help educators, children and families:
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- Improve understanding of each child’s interests and abilities.
- Deepen relationships and strengthen communication.
- Share videos, photos and text capturing children’s learning and development.
- Create a portfolio of your child’s learning that travels with your child and can be accessed by you.
- Reinforce experiences and deepen children’s learning.
- Capture family culture and heritage.
- Involve the children in the creation of their portfolio.
- Interact quickly and effectively through iPhone, Android and tablets.
- Create smooth transitions.
- Our Centre’s customized App allows you to see your child’s activities at any time.
Educators share photos, videos, stories and reflections in real time. Parents can read and respond to posts, upload photos and stay updated on announcements and diary dates. Only families with children enrolled in the Centre will have access. The App can be accessed via an iOS (Apple) or Android enabled device.
The Eikoh Child Care Centre App provides a secure environment that improves communication. Collaboration between parents and educators is at the heart of our service and we understand that we can improve with increased engagement between parents and educators. Learning is visible so when everyone is on the same page, the outcomes for the children can only be positive
Inclusion Support Program
St Ives Chase Kindergarten receives support from the NSW/ACT Inclusion Agency. It is an initiative of the Inclusion Support Programme, funded by the Australian Government and managed by KU Children’s Services in partnership with Include Me and Gowrie NSW. The Inclusion Support Programme supports our educators with the inclusion of all children, including those with additional needs.
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Our Centre
St Ives Chase Kindergarten is a licensed multicultural Centre catering for 40 children aged between 3-5 years. We provide a varied program for all children based on the children’s interest, observations & family input.
About Us
St Ives Chase Kindergarten is dedicated to the highest quality developmental care and education possible for each child which is supported by a team of qualified and experienced early childhood professionals,
Info For Parents
Please visit this page to read St Ives Chase Kindergarten's information for parents. This includes existing parents, new enrollments as well as answers to other frequently asked questions.
Contact Us
St Ives Chase Kindergarten
120 Warrimoo Avenue
St Ives NSW 2075
Phone: 02 9449 8829
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Certainly a lot different to when I was there, looks great Tina. 👏
Oh the hill and the beautiful trees. Such a lovely outdoor area. Looks lovely Tina.
Our team at Stives Chase Kindergarten, along with our colleagues from our Roseville Kindergarten and Normanhurst Childcare Centre have successfully completed their annual CPR and First Aid training! A huge thank you to Applied First Aid for equipping us with vital skills to keep our little ones safe. #cprtraining #FirstAid #educatorsafety #stiveschasekindergarten #rosevillekindergarten #normanhurstchildcare #appliedfirstaid ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy Educators’ Day! 🌟 Today, we celebrate the incredible work of educators who inspire and nurture young minds. At St Ives Chase Kindergarten, we are deeply grateful for our dedicated educators who make each day special with their passion and commitment. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to the wonderful families who support and trust us with their children’s education. Together, we create a vibrant and caring community that enriches every child’s experience. Here’s to the amazing educators and families who make our kindergarten a truly special place! #EducatorsDay #EducatorsDay2024 #StIvesChaseKindergarten #CommunityOfCare ... See MoreSee Less
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The children at St. Ives Chase Kindergarten were thrilled to welcome the firefighters from our local station in Gordon. Over the past few weeks, they had been engaging in various play-based activities to learn about fire safety. The visit from the firefighters was the perfect highlight of their learning, bringing their lessons to life and giving them a chance to interact with real-life heroes. The children were excited to see the fire trucks up close, ask questions, and learn even more about how to stay safe in case of a fire #gordonfirestation #kindergarten #firesafety ... See MoreSee Less
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Our preschool children recently visited St. Ives North Public School, and it was a fantastic experience for them all. It’s a wonderful way to help children transition smoothly into formal education . ... See MoreSee Less
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Today was an exciting day at our kindergarten! We had a fantastic incursion with “Reptiles on the Go”and the children got up close with some amazing reptiles. They were thrilled to meet a turtle, a crocodile, a blue-tongue lizard, a diamond python, and many more. It was a wonderful experience for the children to learn about these incredible creatures firsthand. 🐢🐊🐍 #KindergartenFun #ReptileIncursion #LearningThroughPlay #ReptilesOnTheGo ... See MoreSee Less
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It was such a great morning!
Aaaahh! So fun!!
At St Ives Chase Kindergarten, we took a moment to share the importance of Anzac Day with the children . We embedded learning into our play, using age-appropriate activities to help them understand the significance of this special day. As we grow and learn together, we’re proud to be shaping the next generation of compassionate and informed citizens. Lest we forget. #AnzacDay #StIvesChaseKindergarten #EarlyLearning #Respect” ... See MoreSee Less
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St.ives Chase Kindergarten values inclusive practices and we have updated our Strategic Inclusion Plan for 2024 #kuchildrensservices #inclusionmatters #InclusionSupport #stiveschasekindergarten #communities #kuringaicouncil ... See MoreSee Less
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Every morning, we gather on our meeting mat before going outside at St.Ives Chase Kindergarten . But before we head out, we have an important reminder from our two mascots, Sunny the Koala and Shade the Joey. They remind us to grab our sunscreen, hats, and water bottles. We all sit in a circle, and our teachers show us how to put on sunscreen.
First, we squeeze some sunscreen onto our palms. Then, we rub our hands together and apply it on our face, neck, arms, and legs. We’re getting really good at this routine every day.#sunsafe #stiveschasekindergarten #drinkwater #wearsunhat #sunscreeneverydayallday ... See MoreSee Less
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The lids we got from reverse garbage have been a huge hit with the children. They’ve been having a blast playing with them, like splashing water, pouring from one lid to another, and sorting them into different piles. It’s amazing how simple things like lids can bring so much joy and fun for the children.
Reusing things like these lids is really great because it helps the environment by reducing waste. Instead of throwing them away, we’re giving them a new purpose and making something fun out of them.
This connects well with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) outcomes. By playing with the lids, the children are learning about creativity and problem-solving as they come up with new ways to use them. They’re also developing their fine motor skills and coordination by pouring and sorting them. They are also learning about sustainability and the importance of reusing materials to help the planet. ... See MoreSee Less
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Today, our educators took a journey to Reverse Garbage in Marrickville: Imagine a place where discarded items become treasures for learning. ♻️ We explored how recycled materials spark creativity and teach sustainability.🌎 Inspiring stuff! Let’s rethink, reuse, and reduce together. #ReverseGarbage #SustainableLearning #reducereuserecycle #preschoolactivity #earlychildhoodeducation #earlychildhoodeducators #Stiveschasekindergaten ... See MoreSee Less
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Santa’s surprise visit to St Ives Chase Kindergarten sparked excitement and collaboration! Embracing shared experiences aligns perfectly with EYLF Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world. Learning through festive joy! #EYLF #ConnectedLearning #SantaMagic #stiveschase #stiveschasekindergarten ... See MoreSee Less
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2023 Graduation Celebrations St.Ives Chase Kindergarten #kindergartengraduation #preschool #preschoolgraduation #stiveschasekindergarten ... See MoreSee Less
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Santa Chase, our Christmas mascot, took center stage during this Christmas season , inspiring our little artists. The children took the opportunity to paint his portrait, infusing the season with their creative spirit. 🎨🎅 #santachase #christmascreativity #FestiveArtistry #santa #santachase ... See MoreSee Less
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These are so good!!!
Cute