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Chipmunks By The Park

Family Owned & Operated Early Learning In Blackett

Chipmunks by the Park is a brand-new, purpose-built early learning centre opening in Blackett in 2026.

Thoughtfully designed by our in-house team to provide a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

With a strong focus on safety, well-being, and meaningful connections, our centre encourages curiosity, joyful discovery, and a genuine sense of belonging.

Enrolments are now open, secure your place today.

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Feedback From Our Families

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Chipmunks by the Park, Preschool – Childcare in Blackett

Location: 5 Keesing Crescent, Blackett NSW 2770

Telephone: (02) 8880 9812

Email: bythepark@chipmunkschildcare.com

Opening Times: 7:00am to 6:00pm (Monday – Friday)

Rooms: Tiny Wanderers (0-2 years), Little Explorers (2-3 years). The Preschoolers Room (3-5 years)

Inclusions: Registered under Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and NSW Start Strong Funding, Enhanced School Readiness and Transition to school program, Nappies & Wipes Provided, Complimentary gourmet meals provided.

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What makes our Blackett centre different

Chipmunks by the Park is a boutique, high-quality childcare centre located in the heart of Blackett. As a family-operated service, we value strong relationships with our families and the local community. We’re always open to conversations about how we can best support each child’s learning journey and deliver exceptional early education. We welcome enrolments from families in Blackett and surrounding suburbs including Emerton, Tregear, Shalvey, Willmot, Bidwill, Ropes Crossing, Hebersham, Mount Druitt, Dharruk, and Whalan.

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Blackett daycare centre features

✔ Care for children 3 months – 5 years

✔ Brand new, specialised design by in-house team at Chipmunks Childcare

✔ Large outdoor play space

✔ 3 seperate rooms

✔ All meals prepared onsite and provided from breakfast – late snack

✔ 4 week rotating menu, catering for allergies, dietary requirements and preferences

✔ Long standing, knowledgeable educators

✔ On site car parking

✔ Daily communication and photos via closed Facebook group

✔ Monthly observations on children’s development and interests

✔ Age appropriate fun learning experiences

✔ Incursions including; dental, eye sight testing and more

✔ Nappies provided

The latest updates at Chipmunks by the Park

At our Blackett childcare centre, children enjoy purposeful and engaging experiences every day. Below, you can take a glimpse into what our little learners have been exploring and enjoying recently at Chipmunks by the Park.

Take a look at our Blackett preschool

At our Blackett preschool, our educators thoughtfully design learning environments that support each child’s developmental stage. Every space is age-appropriate, stimulating, and encourages meaningful engagement. Take a look below to see some highlights from preschool life at Chipmunks by the Park.

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Find Chipmunks by the Park Childcare – Blackett early learning centre

Our Blackett early learning centre proudly supports families from a range of nearby suburbs, including—but not limited to—Emerton, Tregear, Shalvey, Willmot, Bidwill, Ropes Crossing, Dharruk, Whalan, and of course, Blackett. With ample onsite parking available, drop-off and pick-up is always convenient. View the map below to see if our location suits your family’s needs.

 
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Meet the Blackett Chipmunks by the Park daycare team

Meet our team of knowledgeable and dedicated educators at our Lethbridge Park daycare centre. We have listed their personal philosophies and why they chose early childhood as their career and passion.

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Marian

Operations and Compliance Manager

My educational philosophy centres on fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. I believe in a child-centred approach that values each child's individuality, encouraging their natural curiosity and creativity.
My philosophy emphasises the importance of early childhood education as a foundation for lifelong learning and development.

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Jacqueline

Lethbridge Park Childcare Centre Director

I strongly believe that the most effective learning occurs when the home and early childcare centre work in partnership together. As an Educational Leader I will work alongside the educators of my service to ensure your child is actively involved within the learning programs.

I believe that us being early childhood educators hold and play an important role in the early year’s development of all children to me.

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Kellie

Lethbridge Park Childcare Centre 2IC / Room Leader

I believe that the early years of a child’s life are busy and important, I believe that a child’s learning is happening all the time and is interwoven through all developmental areas. Therefore my goal is to ensure this ongoing learning is safe, positive, fun and nurturing for each child. I also believe children need the assurance of being loved and cared for while they are enjoying their educational environment.

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Emiliee

Lethbridge Park Childcare Centre Educator

I believe that each child has a unique personality & way of learning, which shapes the way they view the world. As an educator, I have a strong passion for helping nurture these personalities in order to help them flourish in life. I hope to help create an environment that involves the child’s interests & diverse backgrounds, as well as incorporating a wide range of learning styles into their daily routines so each child can get the most out of their day.

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Tanisha

Lethbridge Park Childcare Room Assistant

I believe in cultural diversity. I will celebrate the benefits of diversity with each individual child and enable them to understand and acknowledge differences. I believe children need the assurance of loved and to be cared for whilst they are enjoying their education environment. Teaching children is my passion.

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Gayatri

Lethbridge Park Childcare Room Assistant

I believe all children are different as individual and they have unique ways to explore the world, solve problems and have different interests and abilities. As an educator I am responsible for providing children with positive learning, and a nurturing environment where they can flourish.

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Emily

Lethbridge Park Childcare Room Leader

I believe being a part of a child’s development is rewarding. I believe every child is curious and capable learners. I believe every child is unique as they have their own ways of solving problems as well as their own interests and abilities. I enjoy working alongside families and children and I believe it is important as an educator to build positive relationships and trust with the children and families.

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Glaiza

Lethbridge Park Childcare Room Assistant

There is so much value in making sure each and every child has a space to feel safe and supported while they learn about the world around them and that is what I strive for every day as an educator.

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Maria

Lethbridge Park Childcare Centre Educator

I have been in the childcare industry since 2017 and I love it. My first two years were challenging as I improved on my knowledge and skills in so many different ways. I love being apart of the Chipmunks in the Park family as they support me with this also.

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Leesa

Lethbridge Park Childcare Room Assistant

I believe that children learn through play and will provide opportunities for children to explore, discover, create and imagine.

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Tiffany

Lethbridge Park Childcare Room Assistant

I believe all children were created uniquely by god. I believe that the first five years are the most important years of their lives. Children learn all their fine and gross motor skills that help them in everyday life. I have a passion for helping children learn and grow into strong individuals.

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Maddison

Lethbridge Park Childcare Room Assistant

I believe that Children should be taught the importance of being a good person, looking after their peers, and taking a sustainable approach to life. While also understanding the interests and abilities of others whom they complete tasks with..

What our parents ask about our Blackett preschool

Below we have answered some FAQs on childcare in the area as we understand that finding the right preschool in Blackett for your child and family is no easy task.

  • Daycare for a baby can range in price dependant on the area you are looking for childcare, the size of the centre as well as what is offered. It is important to ask the daycare centre you are looking at what they include in their fees. You may be out of pocket quite a lot and have to supply your own nappies, milk and even food. Chipmunks in the Park childcare centre includes all of this in the fees. The best way to ensure the centre fits within your budget is to call and speak to the manager directly and enquire about the fees for your child’s age group. You can then ask them to calculate what your fees would be using your Child Care Subsidy percentage.

  • Many childcare centres brand themselves differently from daycare, child care and early education. All centres follow the same framework and standards so its important to look at a few centres near you and ensure they are right for you and your children.

  • Daycares / Early learning centres work with families and children to gauge an understanding on each child’s most current interest. This is done to ensure that learning programs are developed to harness these interests and ensure that children will engage with activities provided. These programs will challenge the children’s self help skills, social skills, gross motor skills, cognitive skills and so much more. Learning programs are developed no matter the age of the child and always ensure the activities provided are age appropriate and working towards relevant developmental milestones being reached.

  • Many Blackett daycare centres take babies from 6 weeks, after having their first round of vaccinations. Some preschools however may take children from an older age, so the best option is to call your local child care centres to see if they cater for your childs age group. It is also important to ensure that their resources cater for your child age i.e cots, highchairs etc.

  • If your child is attending a daycare or preschool it is beneficial to speak with their educators on their development and ensure they are meeting all development milestones that will support a smooth transition to school. Children should have confident self help skills as many primary schools do not have the staffing numbers to support children with simple tasks such as putting on their shoes, collecting their belongings and such. Children should be confident in using the bathroom, and recognising when they need to go. If your child is attending an early learning centre or preschool, speak with the educators regularly on these areas. If your child is not attending childcare or preschool, it is very beneficial to have them in care for at least 6 months prior to sending them to primary school. This will help with social and emotional skills and ability to self regulate, especially at drop off times.

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