Golden Wattle Early Education

Preschool in Ultimo, New South Wales, Australia

Golden Wattle Early Education is a boutique early learning centre in Ultimo, New South Wales, serving children from 0 to 5 years. It describes itself as a small centre with a “wonderfully big world,” and its approach centres on warm, responsive relationships and caring educators. The centre’s atmosphere is shaped around each child’s interests, culture, and stage of development, with learning designed to feel personal, calm, and engaging. It operates Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm.

The curriculum is play-based and individualised, with a strong focus on school readiness as children grow. The program includes learning that supports independence, literacy, numeracy, and belonging, while also making room for music and movement, excursions, and healthy meals. Golden Wattle notes that learning happens in many settings, from the local library to the kitchen bench, and even through piano keys and water confidence. English is the language listed for the centre.

Daily life appears to be varied and active, with fresh meals and hands-on cooking experiences included as part of the day through Happyroos Kitchen. Weekly excursions take children into the Ultimo neighbourhood, including visits to libraries, cafés, supermarkets, parks, and gardens. The centre also includes music and movement experiences such as piano classes and Happy Feet, plus swimming classes that support physical development and confidence in the water. The emphasis throughout is on enriching experiences that are included in the daily fee.

What makes Golden Wattle distinctive is the combination of a boutique setting, individualised care, and a broad range of everyday experiences that connect children with their local community. The centre highlights no enrolment fee and no deposit, and says fresh meals, excursions, and enrichment experiences are included. It seems well suited to families looking for early education in Ultimo for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, especially those who value play-based learning, close relationships with educators, and a program that balances routine with exploration.

Frequently asked questions about Golden Wattle Early Education

Where is Golden Wattle Early Education located?

Golden Wattle Early Education is located at Ultimo, NSW, Ultimo, New South Wales, Australia. You can view the exact position on the map on this page and open it in your preferred maps app for directions.

What type of school is Golden Wattle Early Education?

Golden Wattle Early Education is listed in the IPC Education directory as a preschool serving families in Ultimo, New South Wales, Australia, with a curriculum described as play-based learning, school readiness, music and movement, excursions, healthy meals, Play-based.

What ages does Golden Wattle Early Education accept?

This listing shows ages 0–5. Entry points and class groupings can change from year to year, so confirm current intake ages with the school before applying.

What curriculum and languages are used?

Curriculum information on record: play-based learning, school readiness, music and movement, excursions, healthy meals, Play-based. Languages of instruction listed: English.

What are the opening hours at Golden Wattle Early Education?

Opening hours are not published on this listing yet. Ask the school for its daily timetable, including drop off and pick up times and whether extended or holiday care is available.

How many children can Golden Wattle Early Education enrol?

Capacity is not recorded on this listing. Ask the school how many children it enrols in total and how many places are open in your child's age group.

How do I apply or arrange a visit to Golden Wattle Early Education?

Start by using the Request Information button on this page or by contacting the school directly. Most schools ask for a visit first, then an application form, a copy of the child's birth record and immunisation record, and a registration fee. Confirm the exact steps and deadlines with the school, as requirements differ across Ultimo, New South Wales, Australia.

What should parents ask when visiting Golden Wattle Early Education?

Ask to see the rooms your child would actually use, the daily routine, the adult to child ratio in that group, staff qualifications and turnover, how the school records progress and communicates with parents, safeguarding and collection procedures, food and nap arrangements, and the full fee schedule including extras.

Is Golden Wattle Early Education an IPC Verified school?

Golden Wattle Early Education is not currently listed as an IPC Verified school and is not authorised to display the IPC Verified badge.

What does IPC verification mean for parents?

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How do I contact Golden Wattle Early Education?

Website: goldenwattleearlyedu.com.au · Address: Ultimo, NSW, Ultimo, New South Wales, Australia

Does Golden Wattle Early Education publish fees?

The published price band for this listing is $0 Enrolment fee. Fees vary by age group, term and optional services, so request a current fee schedule from the school.

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