New adventures, every day.
Quality care for babies, toddlers & kindy kids.
At Young Smarties, we’re proud to be a small, close-knit centre in Rivervale with just 35 places. Our boutique size is something we treasure, allowing us to truly know each family and provide tailored care for every little learner. Here, every child gets the personalised attention, care, and support they deserve.
Baby Room
0 to 2 years.
A gentle start for our littlest learners, the Baby Room is a warm, soothing space designed just for infants. Here, the focus is on building secure attachments, supporting development, and making sure every baby feels safe, loved, and cared for.
- Personalised routines, closely aligned with home life.
- Safe, calm sleep and play areas.
- Gentle, sensory-rich activities that support early development.
- Close attention from caring, familiar educators.
- Support for early communication, movement, and exploration.
Toddler Room
2 to 3 years.
This room caters for curious little explorers. We’re ready for busy hands, cheeky smiles, explorative play, and lots of energy! Our Toddler Room is designed to support their growing independence, social skills, and love for discovery.
- Play-based learning that encourages curiosity and confidence.
- Group play and activities that build early friendships.
- Support for self-help skills like feeding, dressing, and toileting.
- Language development through stories, songs, and conversations.
- Hands-on experiences that spark problem-solving and creativity.
Kindy Kids
3 to 6 years.
Ready for big adventures? Our Kindy program helps prepare children for school and beyond. We focus on school readiness while still keeping learning playful, fun, and child-led.
- Literacy and numeracy introduced in fun, age-appropriate ways.
- Creative expression through art, music, dance, and dramatic play.
- Social activities that build teamwork, people skills, and empathy.
- Focus on independence — from packing bags to decision-making.
- School readiness activities developed in line with EYLF and NQF standards.
- Tailored learning plans that nurture each child’s strengths and interests.
Familiar faces & friendly smiles.
With low staff turnover and a team that feels more like family, your child will enjoy the comfort of familiar, trusted faces who support them through their early years. Our experienced Educators follow the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and are guided by the National Quality Framework (NQF), ensuring we deliver high-quality programs that nurture your child’s growth emotionally, socially, and intellectually.
A closer look at our educational program.
More on our curriculum & what it means for your child.
At Young Smarties, we’re on a mission to give your child the best start in life. We follow the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Framework (NQF), which guide everything we do — from daily activities to long-term planning for each child’s development.
Personalised learning for every child.
We observe your child closely to understand their interests, strengths, and needs. Our team uses this information to create learning experiences that are fun and engaging to help them grow. We also keep detailed progress records, so we know how your child is developing, can better anticipate their needs, and what they might need next.
Strong relationships with families.
We believe in working closely with you. Whether it’s a quick chat at drop-off or regular updates on your child’s progress, we value your input. You’ll receive photos and learning stories through the Storypark app, showing what your child is doing, learning, and enjoying. We encourage you to share your child’s interests or needs, so we can include them in our program.
A stable, caring team.
Our long-standing team means your child sees the same familiar, trusted faces every day. All Educators are qualified, passionate, and regularly attend training to stay up-to-date with the latest in early childhood education.
A thoughtful, reflective approach.
We regularly reflect on what’s working well and how we can improve. Our team meets often to discuss ideas, make changes if needed, and ensure every child is supported. Weekly reflections help us adjust the program based on how children respond and grow.
Community and inclusion.
We love being part of your child’s life and work together with families to make the transition into care easy and smooth. For children needing extra support, we welcome specialists into the centre and collaborate with families to help them thrive. Even our former children — our "schoolies" — return during holidays for extra learning and support!
A vibe that you don’t feel anywhere else.
From the beginning as you enter the door, you get a vibe that you don't feel anywhere else. All the staff are super friendly and welcoming and always ready to have a chat with you, a laugh, and even a morning coffee.
Have been with Young Smarties for almost five years now and I know my babies are well taken care of. Really and truly feel like a family there.
Nursyaza Azizul
