Uniting Early Learning Westmead - Westmead, New South Wales

Sai K.

My son has been attending Uniting at Westmead for almost 2 years now. The staff are very caring, encouraging and aim to develop our children in many areas to the best of their ability. My son has been able to form genuine trusting relationships with his peers and teachers. There's a focus on appreciating and respecting cultural diversity as well as acknowledging and respecting the First Nations People. Katrina finds time to get to know the children and the dynamic at Uniting and is very personable and approachable. She acts on parent's concerns and requests promptly and kindly. Thank you uniting Westmead!

Renee T.

We absolutely LOVE Uniting Early Learning at Westmead! Our son has been attending for over two years, and the experience has been nothing short of amazing. Before Uniting, we were unhappy with our previous daycare, where serious oversights like missed bottles and sunburn incidents occurred. Thankfully, we had our son on Uniting’s waitlist, and when we reached out to Katrina (the Centre Director) in urgent need of care, she was incredibly helpful and got us started within days.

The difference between Uniting and our previous daycare has been like night and day. Every educator takes the time to truly know and understand each child and their family. Our son, who has often struggled with new environments, has felt safe and supported by the caring and patient educators. The educators are incredibly encouraging, helping the children build confidence and a sense of achievement in everything they do.

The daily routine at Uniting strikes the perfect balance between structure and free play. The children benefit from a well-planned schedule that gives them a sense of stability while still allowing plenty of opportunities to explore, be creative, and follow their own interests. The centre itself is warm and welcoming, with excellent communication, a wonderful community of families, and a fantastic range of activities. We especially love the well-designed outdoor space, complete with plenty of shade and water play in summer and outdoor heaters on the balcony in winter.

Even after two years, we still feel incredibly lucky to be part of Uniting. Our son comes home excited to share stories about his friends and teachers—and he even asks if he can go to school on weekends! The centre is exceptionally well-managed by Katrina, who is not only a knowledgeable educator but also a dedicated and approachable leader who truly cares about the children and their families.

One of the unique aspects we love is the connection the children have with the "grandparents" from Uniting Aged Care, as well as excursions to Parramatta Park. The indoor and outdoor spaces are beautifully maintained, and over the years, the kids have enjoyed growing plants, caring for pet chickens and goldfish, and participating in activities tailored to their interests.

The communication from the centre is excellent, with regular updates, photos, and schedules shared through the Story Park app, which gives us wonderful insight into our child's day.

A huge thank you to the entire team at Uniting for your support, passion and hard work —you have truly changed our lives for the better, and we will always be grateful!

Michael A.

There's no doubt in my mind that Uniting Early Learning Westmead is one of the best day cares in Sydney, let alone the Parramatta region. We started our son at the age of 11 months and he needed only a couple of days to develop strong bonds with his educators so much so that we were able to drop him off without any tears! At the age of 2, we temporarily moved him to a daycare closer to our home, however it wasn't nearly the same. He was always uneasy about going to daycare and there would be a new educator in the room at almost every morning drop off which added to his anxiety, making this a difficult experience. In our short time there, we found there wasn't the same standard of consistency, attentiveness, flexibility to cater and to be honest, care factor from the staff. After 12 months, for the ultimate benefit of our son and at the time 10 month old daughter, we decided to move them back to Uniting Westmead and we haven't looked back since! The attention to detail by Katrina and the educators within each room is amazing. The rooms, activities, meals, initiatives and communication is extremely considered with the benefit and growth of the children at the forefront of everything. We can't thank the team enough for being part of our children's formative years and we couldn't recommend this daycare enough; so much so that our niece and nephew are now also attending!

Anja V.

Our family has been part of this wonderful Uniting Community for 12 months. We chose this ELC for its amazing facilities, large space, shared values about learning and inclusion, as well as the collaborative approach with the aged care section of the village. Upon meeting the Director, Katrina, I was most impressed with her overall passion for early learning and for the children, as well as dedication to the staff. Over the time we have spent here, Katrina has been so proactive and responsive in assisting us with any enquiries we have had, also providing a warm welcome on pick up. Our son has loved the Nursery and the beautiful staff there, making strong connections with the educators. We can see that he was provided with engaging and stimulating activities, and it was very apparent that the staff were well in tune with his personality and his interests, and supported him accordingly. We have always had great communication. We are only leaving due to relocation, needing our son to be closer to home. Very sad to leave this lovely place, would absolutely recommend!

Anurita N.

Uniting has been the best place ever for my daughter Aadhya, and we can hardly find such a wonderful place. Lucky & grateful are those who are still continuing and sending their kids here at Uniting. We now can only cherish the memories, sad to leave this place, all staff are extremely helpful, and caring. Aadhya has learnt tremendously on daily basis and we are glad to know her growth here. We will miss you Uniting & we are only hoping if you had a centre near Marsden Park, we would have been really happy.
Thanks again for everything ❤️❤️

Meiai T.

I’m writing to complain the center director Katrina and the centres service.

We had paid deposit a few months earlier to secure the spot and I was determined to send my son to a better social environment and unfortunately we were sorely disappointed and hurt.

My son didn’t like to go to that Centre after a month there, I had to withdraw him, Because my son was sick he couldn't attend the care on the last day of school. I got no notice but got charged $550.67. I called and I emailed to tell them to help me to get this money back and received no response, it’s not fair because if I was informed regarding the policy (stating my son had to be there on the last day of school) i would have taken him for just 10 minutes to the centre if i knew it would save me $550. 67. I would have tried my best to pull my son there.
I finally got Katrina answered my phone, she said it’s Centrelink policy, I said ok I hope your Centre can adjust the policy in future to give poor parents a call to remind them to come on the last day as 20 minutes would save their lives. She said they are very busy and that I’m so rude by saying that. I said you don’t care about parents money, then she hung up the phone. She is really rude and cold hearted to me, and I don’t believe this careless person will provide good service to other parents and families. Please be cautious sending your children to this branch of Uniting. They do not value your money, feelings, time or child’s wellbeing.

I would not have withdrawn my son if he was happy there.

Shyam K.

Undoubtedly I would rate Uniting Early Learning Westmead center as the best of all.
The educators are very good and focus on the growth of the child. They are very caring and supportive too.
The place is very neat and maintains thorough cleanliness.
Arrangements and facilities in the center are excellent and fulfils child’s need.
They have in-house kitchen which ensures that child gets fresh food.
It was really pleasure to see our child growing and learning values under their supervision.
Excellent, superb, fantastic, amazing!!!
My child has best memories spending time in Uniting.. really thankful to everyone in the team.

Veera V.

Our experience at Uniting Early Learning Westmead has been nothing short of exceptional, and I am compelled to share our journey. My daughter, who has special needs, has made incredible progress over the past year, thanks to the dedicated educators at this center.

The knowledgeable, passionate, and friendly staff have played a pivotal role in her development. The leadership's commitment to collaboration with external therapists and implementing customized strategies has made a significant impact on addressing her unique requirements.

The center's environment is outstanding, featuring a delightful chicken coop, sensory play areas, and a wealth of resources for both indoor and outdoor activities. It truly provides a nurturing space for all children, including those with special needs.

Embracing a holistic approach to education, Uniting Early Learning Westmead goes above and beyond. They've created a supportive atmosphere that caters to the diverse needs of every child. It's not just a childcare center; it's a haven where children, irrespective of their challenges, truly flourish.

Our heartfelt thanks to the entire team for their unwavering commitment to excellence. I wholeheartedly recommend Uniting Early Learning Westmead to any parent seeking a supportive and enriching environment for their child's growth and development.