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Gowrie NSW creates happy, safe, and nurturing experiences for children through quality education. Discover more about our programs at www.gowriensw.com.au
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We are dedicated to fostering environments where children thrive and contribute to their world. Gowrie NSW is a leader in early childhood education and professional development with an illustrious, inspirational 80+ year history. We create happy, safe and nurturing experiences for children through quality Education and Care Centres, Preschools, Outside of School Hours Care, Vacation Care programs

, and Early Learning Centre's. We provide NESA endorsed, quality professional learning for teachers and educators through our in-house Education Hub, and have access to critical friends, mentors and sector experts from around the world.

30/08/2026

Spring Vacation Care is now open for bookings! ☀️🌸😄

Find your local Gowrie NSW service and book your child’s place: https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01jZNK0

25/08/2026

A Day of Connection at Killara Public School 💛

We loved connecting with families and the Killara community at the recent Killara Public School Open Day.

Our team had the opportunity to meet prospective families, answer questions and share more about our programs and the experiences we offer children. From fresh juice and delicious treats to face painting and plenty of smiles, it was a wonderful day of connection and community.

A big thank you to Bianca, Program Manager, and Hans for helping make the day such a positive experience.

We’re looking forward to continuing to build relationships with families in the Killara community and welcoming new children and families to Gowrie NSW. 🌱

21/08/2026

Families consistently tell us they're looking for educators who genuinely know and care for their child.

We believe every child deserves to feel seen, understood and valued each day.
That's why strong, consistent relationships sit at the centre of everything we do.

Our Primary Educator approach gives children the opportunity to build secure relationships with familiar educators who understand their strengths, interests and individual ways of learning.

Because children don't just need supervision. They need connection, trust and people who truly know them.

Book a tour with us: https://bit.ly/3RIIZhQ

18/08/2026

Every decision we make starts with one question. What's best for children?

As a not-for-profit organisation, our focus has always been children, families and communities. We reinvest into our services, our educators and our learning environments because that's where it makes the biggest difference.

We're here to create meaningful learning experiences, support families and strengthen our communities.

That's what for-purpose looks like.

17/08/2026

Consistency creates connection.

Early education is about more than the experiences children participate in each day. It is about the relationships they build, the confidence they develop and the sense of belonging they create within their learning community.

Attending care on consecutive days provides children with the opportunity to become familiar with their routines, strengthen relationships with educators and peers and engage more deeply in their learning.

At Gowrie NSW, we value the time it takes to truly know every child, because strong relationships are the foundation for meaningful learning.

14/08/2026

Quality early education doesn't happen by chance. It happens by design.

It is created through thoughtful environments, skilled educators, strong relationships and a commitment to understanding how children learn.

For more than 85 years, Gowrie NSW has worked alongside children, families and educators to provide learning experiences grounded in research, respect and contemporary practice.

We know children are active participants in their learning journeys, and we create environments where their voices are heard, their ideas are valued and their potential is recognised.

11/08/2026

New Date! This month's Start Strong Free Parent Workshop welcomes back Anna Banas to delve into Responsive Parenting: Understanding and Supporting Emotions 💙

Join us to explore how tuning in to your child's cues and emotions can help them feel seen, heard and supported.
📅 Wednesday, 26 August | 7:00 – 8:30 PM AEST
💻 Online via Zoom
🎟️ Free – register now! 👉 https://tinyurl.com/3sya95aa

11/08/2026

Primary Educator Relationships aren't part of our program. They are the foundation of it.

Before children can confidently explore, discover and challenge themselves, they need to feel a sense of belonging.

That sense of belonging is built through everyday moments. An educator welcoming a child by name, taking time to listen to their ideas, celebrating their achievements and supporting them through new experiences.
These relationships create the trust children need to grow.

At Gowrie NSW, our educators take the time to truly know each child because when children feel seen, heard and valued, they are empowered to learn.

Learn more about Primary Educator Relationships: https://hubs.la/Q04r60zB0

07/08/2026

Play isn't the reward after learning. It is the learning.

When children build, create, negotiate, experiment and imagine, they are developing the skills that shape their future.

They are learning how to problem solve.
How to collaborate.
How to communicate their ideas.
How to persist when something doesn't work the first time.

At Gowrie NSW, play is intentional. Our educators create environments that invite curiosity and extend children's thinking because we know meaningful learning begins with what matters to children.

Quality early education isn't about keeping children busy. It's about supporting children to think deeply, explore confidently and grow into capable learners.

Learn more about Gowrie NSW and find a centre near you: https://hubs.la/Q04r5Jdy0

06/08/2026

🍝 Creating, cooking and learning together at Kinross OSHC!

During our Winter Holiday Program, children at Kinross OSHC enjoyed a hands-on pasta-making workshop with Camilla from Good Plate Nutrition, where they discovered the joy of creating food from scratch.

Children measured, mixed and kneaded their own pasta dough, developing confidence, independence and problem-solving skills as they worked through each step of the process. They explored the importance of healthy eating through learning about “eating the rainbow” and how different fruits and vegetables help support a balanced diet.

With their dough ready, children rolled, shaped and created their own cavatelli pasta before enjoying a delicious meal made with their creations, featuring a roasted capsicum, garlic and ricotta sauce.

Experiences like this help children build practical life skills while encouraging curiosity, teamwork and a sense of pride in what they can achieve.

Address

Level 1, Elliott Avenue Erskineville
Sydney, NSW
2043

Telephone

+61285719700

Website

http://www.gowriensw.com.au/

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