About Chipmunks Childcare
Chipmunks Childcare is a proudly family-owned provider of boutique early learning centres across Sydney, NSW and Melbourne, VIC. We recognise that every community is unique, which is why no two Chipmunks centres are exactly the same—even their names reflect their individual identities.
All of our centres are regulated by the Department of Education in each state and operate under the National Quality Framework as outlined by ACECQA. Our educational programs are based on the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), Australia’s nationally mandated, play-based curriculum designed to support children’s development and lifelong love of learning.
At the heart of our philosophy is a commitment to enhancing each child’s educational experience while fostering strong communication and partnerships with families and the wider community. From your first interaction with us, you’ll be treated like family—long before your child’s first day.
Across our centres, you’ll find a team of passionate, qualified, and dedicated educators, cooks, and directors who are true professionals in their field. Our in-depth recruitment process ensures the right people are in the right roles, and we empower our teams with autonomy, trusting and valuing the unique strengths they bring to their centre.
This supportive culture leads to high staff retention and, most importantly, consistency for your child. Familiar faces each day help build strong relationships, a sense of belonging, and emotional security. Should any changes occur, we ensure they are clearly communicated with families every step of the way.
At Chipmunks Childcare, our approach to education centres on empowering children to have a voice in their learning and the environments around them. We understand that 90% of a child’s brain development occurs in the first five years, and we take seriously the responsibility of laying the foundation for a lifetime of learning.
Our dedicated educators design age-appropriate programs that set realistic, developmentally aligned learning expectations for each age group. Every child is observed individually to identify their unique strengths, interests, and goals, with families kept well-informed through ongoing communication and regular updates.
We also place great importance on creating engaging, dynamic learning environments. Our resources and facilities are regularly refreshed and thoughtfully curated to ensure they continue to inspire curiosity, creativity, and meaningful exploration for every child in our care.
Our School Readiness Program at Chipmunks Preschool is designed to give every child a strong foundation for future learning. We recognise the importance of self-regulation, independence, social confidence, and early literacy and numeracy skills. That’s why our qualified preschool teachers in Sydney and Melbourne work closely with each child, tailoring support based on their individual learning styles and developmental needs—because we understand that no two children learn the same way.
We are equally committed to promoting children’s safety and well-being. Our educators ensure that all play environments are age-appropriate, secure, and encourage safe, free exploration. Our team regularly updates their training in first aid, CPR, asthma, and anaphylaxis management to maintain the highest standards of care.
We also have detailed medical management plans in place to support both new and existing children with any health conditions. These plans include not only medical needs, but also cultural considerations and personal preferences—ensuring each child’s safety, comfort, and inclusion.
✔ Respectful & dedicated Educators & Directors.
✔ Knowledgeable and highly experiences educators.
✔ Complimentary daily nutritious meals.
✔ Engaging and well-maintained facilities and resources.
✔ Clear and honest daily communication.
✔ Regular communication regarding your child individual development and learning.
✔ Nurturing and homely environments.
✔ Inclusion of all families and children.
✔ Easy to understand communication on children’s daily programmed activities.
We understand how difficult it can be to leave your most precious gift in someone else’s care. That’s why at Chipmunks Childcare, we prioritise honest, transparent communication across all our centres in Sydney and Melbourne—keeping you fully informed every step of the way.
Families receive regular updates on their child’s settling progress, learning and development, and daily routines including meals, rest, and nappy changes. You’ll also be promptly notified of any incidents or contagious illnesses identified at the centre.
Throughout the year, we invite families to share feedback through regular surveys. Our teams reflect on this feedback together and implement meaningful changes to continuously improve our services. Families are also encouraged to contribute to our Quality Improvement Plans, which identify key areas we’re focused on enhancing further.
At Chipmunks, we believe strong partnerships with families are essential to delivering the highest quality care and education.
What can you expect from a Chipmunks Childcare Centre?
✔ Complete support from Management and team.
✔ The opportunity to always give input in all centre practices as well as your child’s learning.
✔ Easy to use app for accounts management.
✔ Value for money – Meals & nappies provided.
✔ Activities that support the cultures and interests of each of our team members. These include language classes, music classes, sporting classes and more.
✔ Regular incursions (such as egg hatching programs, complimentary dental visits, police and firetruck visits).
✔ Easy to understand daily communication on children sleep, eat and nappy change.
Chipmunks Childcare - Philosophy
At Chipmunks Childcare, we believe learning begins from the moment a child enters the world and continues throughout life. Every child is capable, curious, and full of potential—and our role is to nurture that natural desire to explore, discover, and grow.
Each of our centres is part of a unique community, and we honour this by empowering our Centre Directors across New South Wales and Victoria to lead with autonomy. Programs are thoughtfully tailored to meet the needs of local families, supported by a responsive and experienced Senior Management team.
We are committed to delivering high-quality early education that lays a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Our educators collaborate to create consistent, developmentally appropriate experiences that support each child’s wellbeing, growth, and individuality.
Safety and care are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on creating welcoming, secure, and engaging environments where children feel safe, respected, and free to express themselves. We celebrate cultural, developmental, and family diversity—and value each child for who they are.
We also understand that children grow and learn in different ways and at different paces. Our enhanced School Readiness Program offers personalised learning experiences that support every child—whether they need extra guidance or are ready to be extended—helping them transition to school with confidence.
Strong partnerships with families are central to our philosophy. We are committed to open, ongoing communication and value your input as we continuously reflect and improve our practices.
We look forward to welcoming you into the Chipmunks family—a place where your child’s early years are celebrated, supported, and filled with meaningful learning.