Our Centre
Key Information
Daily Fees
- 0-2 Years$166 per day
- 2-3 Years$162 per day
- 3-5 Years$158 per day
Our Centre
At our centre, we believe learning should be a joyful adventure. Welcoming families from the Thornton, Chisholm and Maitland area, our centre provides an inspiring educational environment designed to ignite curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Our Rooms
Thoughtfully designed to meet the holistic needs of each child as an individual—rather than simply by age group—every room offers a wealth of opportunities for exceptional care and education. At Astelier, children are free to explore and move between spaces under attentive supervision, immersing themselves in the rich experiences each environment provides.
Nursery suite —Luna Bambini & Stella Bambini
0 - 24 monthsOur Nursery Suite offers a warm, nurturing beginning for your child’s early learning journey, with two beautifully designed spaces that gently support each stage of development. Our Luna Bambini (Moon Babies) room provides a calm, homely environment for our youngest children. As children grow and begin to take confident steps into the world, they transition into Stella Bambini (Star Babies), a light-filled, joyful space that celebrates the curiosity, energy, and emerging independence of toddlers.
Together, Luna Bambini and Stella Bambini form a seamless, supportive pathway through your child’s earliest years—offering a safe, loving foundation from which they can explore, grow, and shine.
Toddler suite — Piccolini
2 - 3 yearsEndearing and affectionate, “Piccolini” celebrates the energy, movement, and wonder of toddlers in a way that feels both personal and joyful. Our toddler program is thoughtfully designed to support the incredible growth and discovery that happens between the ages of 1 and 3. At this stage, children are developing rapidly—learning to express themselves, explore the world around them, and build strong connections with others. Our nurturing educators create a safe, engaging environment where toddlers feel secure, supported, and curious. Through play-based experiences, consistent routines, and gentle guidance, children build independence, develop language and social skills, and strengthen their physical and cognitive abilities. Our program offers the perfect balance of comfort, challenge, and care—helping your toddler grow with confidence, joy, and a deep sense of belonging.
Preschool rooms — Bottega, Aria & Tale
3 - 4 yearsAstelier preschoolers enjoy their days in our vibrant studios—dynamic spaces designed to inspire curiosity, collaboration, and creativity. At the start and end of each day, the doors between the Aria & Tale studio and the Bottega open wide, inviting children to flow freely between environments, follow their interests, and connect with friends. This gentle transition also extends to our natural outdoor spaces, where exploration and discovery continue beneath the open sky.
Prep rooms – La Via
4 - 5 yearsSymbolising the child’s journey into school readiness, “La Via” evokes a sense of purpose, progress, and discovery. Our Prep Room offers children a valuable opportunity to build the confidence, skills and independence they need for a smooth and successful transition to Kindergarten. Through play-based learning, children develop early literacy and numeracy skills, expand their vocabulary, and strengthen their ability to communicate ideas and follow instructions. They learn how to work collaboratively, form friendships, manage emotions, and develop a strong sense of self.
Our spaces are designed to feel beautiful, meaningful and welcoming
Our Educators
Our educators are passionate professionals who value each child as a capable, unique individual. They act as co-learners and facilitators, creating opportunities for children to explore, question, and discover.
Centre Director
With a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and a diploma in Business Management and Leadership, Shelley brings 18 years of experience in early childhood education. Guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy and Froebel’s slow pedagogy, she values children as capable, curious learners who thrive when given time, space, and trust. Shelley is committed to building strong relationships with families, recognising them as each child’s first and most important teachers.
Educational Leader
A bubbly and enthusiastic educator, Brittany brings seven wonderful years of teaching experience across early childhood, primary, and high school education, including time overseas in the UK. Passionate about early childhood, she delights in sparking curiosity, encouraging big ideas, and creating learning environments where every child feels safe, happy, and inspired.
We take a play-based approach to learning that helps children grow in many different ways
FAQs
To be added to our waiting list, please complete an application form here. We will contact you if we are able to confirm a position is/will be available for the requested start date.
When a place becomes available for your child, you will be contacted with an offer of enrolment.
Fees vary depending on your child’s age, booking pattern, and enrolment days. We’re committed to transparency and will share detailed fee information during your enrolment journey.
Families can receive CCS for up to 42 absence days per financial year.
Families may be eligible for government support to reduce the cost of care. The CCS helps cover fees depending on your family’s income, activity level, and other criteria.
- Are caring for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander child
- Have more than 48 hours each fortnight of recognised participation
- Have an exemption or experience exceptional circumstances, or
receive Additional Child Care Subsidy (ACCS) child wellbeing, temporary financial hardship or grandparent payments.
For an Indication of your Gap Fee estimate- please find the Calculator Below:
Your child may also be eligible for NSW Government’s Start Strong Fee Relief.
The NSW Government also provides additional fee relief for children attending Long Day Care services aged from 3 years and over for the two years before they start Primary School.
This funding is separate to your CCS, and is an additional discount off your weekly Gap fee.
The funding amount in 2026 can be up to $51.26 per week for children 4 years and over in the year before school (born on or before 31 July 2022), or up to $15.38 per week for children 3 years old and over in the second year prior to Primary School (born between 1 August 2022 and 31 July 2023).
Once enrolled, we will provide additional information in regard to the Start Strong Fee Relief Program, your eligibility and applicable forms to complete in order to claim the funding.