Empowering Children
To Play, Learn, Connect and Grow
About First Connections Early Learning Centres
Welcome to First Connections! Across our growing group of Sydney centres, we provide a warm and nurturing environment where children from 0 to 6 years play, learn, grow and thrive! Our dedicated staff care deeply about your child’s wellbeing — working closely with you to create a happy and supportive experience. At First Connections, we know that your child’s early years are crucial for building a solid foundation for a lifetime of learning. Through child-led activities and personalised education and cultural programs, children will explore, discover and develop the essential skills they’ll need for school and beyond!
Nurturing Your Child in a Supportive Environment
At First Connections, we believe your child needs a place to belong, feel comfortable and be themselves! This important value guides everything we do for your child – from building strong connections to nurturing their awesome potential.
Learning is an incredible adventure fuelled by your child’s imagination. These experiences build strong connections within our environment, creating a reassuring sense of belonging and support. Partnering with you, we take them on a journey — working together for growth, experience, and, most importantly, fun!
First Connections was founded by families, for families. With ten children between them, our owners understand the vital role high-quality early learning plays in shaping young minds.
Imagination Stations and Creative Spaces
Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, our team encourages confidence and creativity – allowing your child to develop into an enthusiastic lifelong learner. With love and care, we ignite their natural curiosity – elevating wellbeing and growth from birth until the beginning of their school journey.
One of our key success stories in this process is our age and stage-focused rooms and facilities. With tailored education, targeting needs and development, your child learns at a pace most suited to their talents, personality, and interests.
Our Personalised Teaching Rooms
We have thoughtfully designed each learning space for your child to embark on an exciting journey of learning and growth. Each room has its own dedicated team of educators, meaning a warm and nurturing environment tailored to each age group’s specific needs. Let’s explore the different rooms and see where your child will discover new things and have fun!
Joeys (0-1 years)
A warm, nurturing space where our youngest learners feel safe, supported, and curious to explore.
Possums (1-2 years)
Encouraging independence and discovery through play, with caring guidance every step of the way.
Koalas (2-3 years)
Fostering confidence and social skills as children learn, create, and connect with the world around them.
Wombats (3-4 years)
Encouraging the children to develop self-reliance, curiosity, and social skills.
At First Connections, we go beyond childcare—we create an environment where your child feels valued, supported, and inspired to learn.
Kookaburras (4-6 years)
Our preschool program builds strong foundations for school, with a focus on literacy, numeracy, and social confidence.
Every Day is an Adventure at First Connections!
At First Connections, we believe play is the foundation for your child’s growth and development. Through engaging activities, stimulating resources, and exciting adventures, your child goes on a journey of discovery, making essential skills for life. Here’s what they will explore and develop:
Gross motor skills
through various activities that connect the body and mind.
Fine motor skills
with creative activities, and sensory exploration.
Problem-solving
learning critical thinking through fun experiences.
Dramatic play
encouraging their imagination.
Science
discovering the wonders of the world, with hands on experiments.
Creative expression
releasing their creativity through building, exploring and art.
Language and literacy
building communication skills and the foundation for reading/writing.
Our Growing Group of Centres
Edmondson Park
Now Enroling
Schofields
Opens June 2025
Cheltenham
Opening 2026 - Join Waitlist
Catherine Park
Opening 2026 - Join Waitlist
More locations opening soon!
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A Team of Nurturing Professionals
At First Connections, our greatest asset walks through our front door every day — our awesome team! We create a supportive and rewarding work environment, allowing us to attract and retain the very best early-learning educators for your child.
Our dedicated team boast a diverse range of qualifications and experience. They’re not just educators and carers, they’re passionate individuals who share a love for moulding young minds and building strong, trusting relationships. We trust them completely to work alongside you and your child — becoming valued partners in your young one’s development.
Our Service Philosophy
Inclusive Practices
- Welcome difference and respect each child’s unique background and talents.
- Make all children feel valued and supported.
- Celebrate cultural differences and create a welcoming environment.
High Quality of Care
- Provide nurturing and safe spaces that prioritise children’s wellbeing.
- Give fun, engaging and age/stage-appropriate activities.
- Provide nutritious and tasty meals and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety.
Supporting the Whole Child:
- Take a bigger picture approach to child development — wellbeing, social, emotional, and physical.
- Encourage curiosity, confidence, and being themselves through play and planned activities.
- Build relationships and skills that prepare children for lifelong learning and success.
- Provide learning about their environment.
Partnerships With Families
- Build strong, trusting relationships.
- Involve families in their child’s learning and ask their views.
- Work together to support children’s growth, both at home and in our care.
Why Choose First Connections Early Learning?
Your wonderful child deserves the very best start in life — offered by the nurturing and supportive attention provided by First Connections. Through age and stage-focused facilities, we ensure they receive a happy, fun, and stimulating environment where their unique talents and curiosity can thrive.
With child-led exploration, creative expression, and engaging activities, our enthusiastic team of experienced educators deliver personalised guidance and support — building strong, trusting relationships with you and your little one.
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Privately owned company.
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Child’s home environment supported by the centre.
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Exceptional quality of care.
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Growing group of exceptional early learning centres.
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Focus on nurturing and encouraging growth.
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Building powerful connections between you, your child, and our educators.
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Children feel comfortable, valued, and supported.
Give Your Child the Very Best Start in Life!
Enrol today.