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Explore & Develop Waitara Explore & Develop Waitara is a privately owned
Early Childhood Education & Care Service.

Family-owned early learning in the heart of Waitara 💛 A warm, nurturing and home-like environment where children are known, valued and supported to thrive, from Nursery through to Preschool. We are open from 7.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays),
50 weeks a year and care for children from 6 weeks to 6 years.

Get to know Chantal, the heart behind our early learning community. 🌿• Proud mum to two young children• Local to the com...
29/09/2026

Get to know Chantal, the heart behind our early learning community. 🌿

• Proud mum to two young children
• Local to the community
• 15+ years’ experience in Early Childhood Education
• Passionate about creating nurturing, engaging environments where children can explore, discover, build friendships and create lasting memories

As Owner & Operator, Chantal is actively involved in the service and committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe, secure and at home.

🌿Sustainability and natural learning environments are an important part of her vision, with spaces designed to inspire curiosity, creativity and learning through play.

Above all, Chantal believes in building strong, trusting relationships with children, families and educators, creating a genuine sense of belonging and community.
Her goal is for every child to grow into a confident, capable learner, ready to take on their next big adventure — primary school. 💛

🌊Learning to Stay Safe This Summer!We recently had a special in-service visit from Annie and the Waves Surf Life Saving ...
28/09/2026

🌊Learning to Stay Safe This Summer!

We recently had a special in-service visit from Annie and the Waves Surf Life Saving to help us learn all about sun and water safety.

Through an interactive discussion and hands-on learning, our educators explored important ways to keep ourselves and our children safe around the sun and water this summer. 🏖️💦

A big thank you to Annie and the Waves for sharing such valuable knowledge with us! 💙

🎨 Welcome to our outdoor art studio! 🌿✨Our children helped design and set up their very own creative space outdoors, rea...
25/09/2026

🎨 Welcome to our outdoor art studio! 🌿✨

Our children helped design and set up their very own creative space outdoors, ready for endless opportunities to explore, create and get messy!

With art materials at their fingertips and nature all around them, our outdoor studio is a space where imagination leads the way and creativity can flourish. 🖌️💚

We can’t wait to see where their creativity takes them!

🌱 Big ideas start with little seeds!Our Preschool children and educators are beginning the exciting process of planning ...
24/09/2026

🌱 Big ideas start with little seeds!

Our Preschool children and educators are beginning the exciting process of planning their very own garden — exploring what to grow, what plants need and which environments will help them thrive. 🌿

This is just the beginning of a journey filled with curiosity, hands-on learning and growing together. 💚

🌿 Learning doesn’t stop when we step outside!Our outdoor spaces are thoughtfully set up with different areas that invite...
23/09/2026

🌿 Learning doesn’t stop when we step outside!

Our outdoor spaces are thoughtfully set up with different areas that invite children to explore, play and discover at their own pace. 🌱✨

From creative experiences to sensory play and opportunities for movement, our outdoor environments encourage curiosity, connection and learning beyond the classroom. 💚

Recently, we celebrated Father’s Day at Explore & Develop Waitara!Our morning was filled with craft activities, outdoor ...
22/09/2026

Recently, we celebrated Father’s Day at Explore & Develop Waitara!

Our morning was filled with craft activities, outdoor play and plenty of special moments shared together. 🥰

We also enjoyed some delicious baked treats prepared by our classrooms, making the morning extra special. 🧁🍪

It was wonderful to welcome so many fathers and special people this morning and share these meaningful moments together.

Thank you for joining us and being part of our Father’s Day celebrations — we hope you enjoyed the morning as much as we did! 🫶🏼

🦘 Learning about Australia through the animals, songs and stories that make it special! 🌿Our children explored native Au...
21/09/2026

🦘 Learning about Australia through the animals, songs and stories that make it special! 🌿

Our children explored native Australian animals through storytelling, songs and hands-on experiences, building their knowledge while developing language, listening and communication skills. 🐨🎶

Through play and curiosity, children had the opportunity to wonder, discover and connect with the world around them. 🌏✨

Because when children are engaged, learning happens naturally. 💚

Learning, connecting and celebrating — in so many different ways. 🖤💛❤️During NAIDOC Week, our children explored Aborigin...
18/09/2026

Learning, connecting and celebrating — in so many different ways. 🖤💛❤️

During NAIDOC Week, our children explored Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture through;
📖Storytelling
🎶Songs
✏Symbols
🎨Creative experiences
🫟Hands-on play

From listening to stories and joining in with songs, to developing fine motor skills through cutting, matching, writing and drawing, every experience created opportunities to learn, engage and discover.

Our children explored symbols and meaning, practised new skills and shared in experiences that encouraged curiosity, connection and respect.

Because when children are engaged in meaningful play, learning happens naturally — through their hands, their voices, their creativity and their curiosity. ✨

🎨 What if painting wasn’t just about creating a picture?For young children, painting is a sensory learning experience — ...
17/09/2026

🎨 What if painting wasn’t just about creating a picture?

For young children, painting is a sensory learning experience — a chance to explore colour, texture, movement and cause and effect through their senses.

As little hands dip, swirl, mix and make marks, children are developing their fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and creative thinking, while experimenting with what happens when colours and materials come together.

Because sometimes the biggest learning happens when little hands get messy. 💛🎨

Can you guess what our little learners have been working on? ✏️👀Our preschoolers have been busy building their fine moto...
14/09/2026

Can you guess what our little learners have been working on? ✏️👀

Our preschoolers have been busy building their fine motor skills through pencil grip practice, practising writing their names and getting creative with drawing! 📝🎨

These engaging experiences are helping our children develop pencil control, hand strength, coordination and confidence as they prepare for their next steps in writing and learning. 🌈💛

We love watching their little hands create, practise and grow! 🌟

Address

41-43 Balmoral Street
Waitara, NSW
2077

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 6pm

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