A centre tour is the perfect way to experience your centre of choice, seeing a world where children are inspired to explore, learn and grow. We often have parents tell us that “the vibe” is the most important factor for them when choosing a centre. Upon walking into our centre, you may immediately know that it’s the perfect fit for your family; we encourage you to follow your gut instinct on this, asking us any questions you have along the way. We strive to offer a memorable and authentic tour, tailored to each family. If you would like to book a tour at our centre, call us on 02 9838 0380 today!
Making early learning more affordable.
he Child Care Subsidy (CCS) makes early childhood learning more affordable for many
Australian families. The below guide should help you help break down how the benefit works for
you and your family.
Eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) depends on a number of factors, including;
For more in depth information, on the rules and regulations around the administration of the CCS please visit the Services Australia website.
A step by step guide to ensure your experience is smooth and hassle free.
The information below will guide you through the child care enrolment process. Please ensure you have completed these steps well in advance of your desired start date as they may take some time. This is particularly true if you or your child does not already have a Centrelink Customer Reference Number (CRN). If you are unclear on any of the steps below, please contact us, we are more than happy to help guide you through the process. Please remember - the earlier you start this process, the quicker your child can be enrolled and the quicker you will receive any subsidy or benefits you are entitled to. This eliminates out of pocket expenses you would otherwise incur whilst waiting for Centrelink to process your request for a CRN or your Complying Written Agreement (CWA).
The first step to enrolling your child in child care is to create a MyGov account online if you do not
already have one - families already receiving CCS at other centres should already have one.
If you don’t have a myGov account, it’s easy to create an account. If you need help read our Create a
myGov account online guide.
Once you have a myGov account, you can access a range of services online, including Centrelink.
You’ll need to link your service to your myGov account. You only need to do this once.
The second step to enrolling your child in child care starts with setting up a Centrelink online account if
you do not already have one. Families already receiving CCS at other centres should already have one.
You need a myGov account to set up and use your Centrelink online account. Refer to step-1.
You will need your CRN, your child’s CRN and your last payment amount from Centrelink. If you don’t
have a CRN you will need to telephone Centrelink on 136 150 or visit a Centrelink office.
If you are enrolling in child care for the first time you need to apply for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
via MyGov.
Please complete the online assessment by following the instructions. Make sure you complete the entire
process.
When you provide us the completed enrolment form and other required documents to finalise your
enrolment, we will set up an account with Qikkids and submit your child’s enrolemnt with centrelink.
Qikkids is our the software platform we use to help us administer the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) on
behalf of parents.
Once we submit your child’s enrolment application, the system will create a Complying Written
Agreement (CWA). This is the enrolment schedule agreed upon between you as a Parent and Little
Explorers as the Service Provider.
This will notify Centrelink that you agree to the enrolment and that you uthorize Little Explorers to
process your Child Care Subsidy (CCS) claims on your behalf.
The last step to enrolling your child in child care is to confirm your enrolment details are all correct.
Once the government has received confirmation of your Complying Written Agreement (CWA), they will
send you a notification through MyGov, which should accurately reflect the same attendance details
you have previously agreed to.
Please follow the steps below to confirm the enrolment via MyGov online account.
Check the enrolment details and confirm them
NOTE: You must confirm that this information is correct through the prompts in MyGov before subsidies will be paid on your behalf to Little Explorers. If have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the Centre Director for help.
Let us help your child experience the love of learning the natural way.
Our infant care program in Ermington provides a safe, calm and nurturing environment for children under 2 years of age. We focus on building secure relationships, supporting each baby’s individual needs, and creating a strong foundation for early development.
We follow flexible routines tailored to each child’s sleep, feeding, and comfort needs, ensuring babies feel secure and well supported throughout the day. Our infant rooms include dedicated areas for rest, play and exploration, along with opportunities for outdoor experiences in a safe environment.
Through gentle play, sensory experiences and responsive interactions, our educators support children’s early development, including physical, language, social and emotional growth. Each child’s learning journey is documented and shared with families, so you can stay connected to their milestones and progress.
What your baby will experience:
Our toddler program in Ermington supports children as they develop independence, confidence and social skills in a safe and nurturing environment.
We provide a consistent daily routine that includes free play, guided learning experiences, group times for music and language, and outdoor exploration. This structure helps toddlers feel secure while encouraging curiosity and active learning.
Our educators support each child’s social and emotional development, helping them build relationships, understand boundaries and develop self-regulation skills. Through play-based learning, we support physical development, language, creativity and early problem-solving.
Each child’s learning and development is documented and shared with families, keeping you connected to their progress and milestones.
What your toddler will experience:
Our preschool program in Ermington supports children aged 3–5 years to develop independence, confidence and a positive approach to learning in a safe and engaging environment.
Through play-based learning, children build important skills in communication, problem-solving, social interaction and self-help, preparing them for a successful transition to school.
Transition to School Program