KU Union Children’s Centre

KU Union childcare outdoor environment
Address​
University of Sydney, 72 Lander St
DARLINGTON NSW 2008
KU Union Children’s Centre, University of Sydney, Lander Street, Darlington NSW, Australia
Monday to Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Infants (Birth-2Y)Toddlers (2-3Y)Preschool (3-5Y)Preschool/Kindergarten (3-5Y)
Overview

KU Union goes beyond childcare. We create a safe and nurturing environment where childhood is celebrated.

We are proud of our longstanding reputation within the local community of providing rich education and care tailored to each child’s needs in a family-focussed and supportive way.

Our highly experienced and dedicated teachers and educators build strong, trusting relationships with each child, fostering a sense of belonging and confidence.

At KU Union, every child and family is valued. Our warm and inclusive environment rich in natural, engaging resources inspires discovery, exploration and meaningful play.

About this service

Our program and approach

When children play and explore, their imagination and curiosity are sparked – they enjoy learning, and are inspired to continue learning more.

Our play-based program intentionally provides a wide range of engaging opportunities and activities based on the Early Years Learning Framework.

We have a special interest in incorporating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and culture through into our program, enriching children’s understanding of Australia’s Indigenous past and present and building strong cultural competence now and into the future.

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Our quality

KU Union has been independently assessed by the NSW Department of Education, and are proud to be rated as Exceeding the National Quality Standard.

We believe that the positive interactions children have with our staff are the most important component of our high quality program. Our team of teachers and educators are qualified, experienced, caring and motivated.

Our staff undergo continuous professional development, staying at the forefront of early childhood education.

Features

Cooked meal
Hat and sunscreen
Extended hours
Lunch
Outdoor play
Nappies
Public transport
Play-based learning
Speech Therapy
Storypark
Transition to school
Child Care Subsidy

Director

Sharmila Dissanayake is a university qualified early childhood teacher with over 25 years’ experience working with young children. She has been working at KU Union since 2022.

Sharmila is passionate about educating children about the natural environment and sustainability, and supporting the team in more sustainable, nature-orientated play-based curriculum. She also believes in increasing awareness in children about the culturally diverse world we live in.

Sharmila was proudly nominated for a Making the KU Difference Award in 2015, and in 2021 she received the ‘Making the KU Difference by Representing KU’ Award.

Fees

The daily fees for 2025 at KU Union Children's Centre are:

Community fees

Infants Toddlers Preschoolers
$205.00 $205.00 $200.50

Student fees

Infants Toddlers Preschoolers
$203.00 $203.00 $196.50

Why Choose KU

Leader in quality

Highly respected for our high quality programs, KU's National Quality Standard Ratings far exceed the national average.

Most experienced

KU was established in 1895 and is the most experienced provider of early childhood education in Australia.

Brilliant staff

As an Employer of Choice for 9 years running and certified Great Place to Work, we attract the best and brightest staff who stay with KU for longer.

Family testimonials

KU Union Children's Centre parent
“KU Union is fantastic. The educators are incredibly skilled and my son has a fantastic relationship with them. The combination of indoor and outdoor space is ideal. The educators involve the children in all kinds of sensory experiences and play-based learning opportunities.”

KU Union Children's Centre parent
“Our questions are always responded to respectfully and in a timely manner. We are welcomed and kept updated about how our child is progressing on a daily basis. The KU educators take time to teach us about our child’s development and we feel so safe having our child in their care. The team at KU Union are so special, we feel so lucky to have found a place with them!”

KU Union Children's Centre parent
“The staff are incredible. They engage the children with wonderfully creative and thoughtful activities and their interpersonal relationships are exceptional.”

KU Union Children's Centre parent
“Everyone is warm, supportive and friendly. The space is always inviting, whether it’s calm and quiet or bustling with activity, it never feels overwhelming. We absolutely love KU Union. The entire team there are outstanding!”

KU Union Children's Centre parent
“KU Union have gone out of their way to be inclusive of the diversity and cultural/family backgrounds all children in the service and this is reflected in daily stories and activities. A play-based curriculum and learning with great natural outdoor space.”

Google reviews

3.8
Based on 4 reviews
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bin00004
01:49 26 Apr 21
Good quality centre. Staff are professional. Show respect and meet individual child's need. Consistent staff provided. Highly recommended.
Marko Zivanovic
00:24 11 Feb 21
Great place for children to learn, have fun and blossom.
David Le
04:12 04 Jun 19
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KU Union Children’s Centre offers high-quality early childhood education, where brilliant staff and the play-based program benefit from over 125 years of sector experience. At KU your child is given the best chance to build a great foundation for lifelong learning. Apply now.
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  • Cooked meal

    The service has a chef and provides a seasonal menu with freshly cooked food, including morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack.

  • Hat and sunscreen

    As part of the service’s duty of care in minimising exposure to Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR) and promoting sun safe practices among children, families and staff, the service provides each child with a KU hat and sunscreen is administered by staff where possible 20 minutes before commencing outdoor play.

  • Extended hours

    The service provides extended hours of care and operates a minimum of eight hours a day.

  • Lunch

    The service provides a seasonal menu including lunch.

  • Outdoor play

    The service provides a natural outdoor environment designed as an active place for learning. We encourage children to develop an understanding about sustainability by exploring the natural world around them.

  • Nappies

    All nappies are supplied by the service and included in the fee.

  • Public transport

    The service is accessible by public transport and is close to a train station and/or public buses.

  • Play-based learning

    Our high-quality play-based programs are based on current research and are planned by experienced and qualified early childhood staff. Through play, children learn the skills, knowledge, feelings and dispositions that provide a solid foundation for their life-long learning.

  • Speech Therapy

    This service offers speech pathology for children where there is a concern for their speech and/or language development

  • Storypark

    The service provides a secure, private online communication portal called Storypark at no cost that is designed to document your child’s progress and learning and provide you with updates about your child.

  • Transition to school

    The service offers a full preschool program and places a strong emphasis on programs that challenge and extend children’s abilities and confidence, aiding their transition to school.

  • Child Care Subsidy

    The service is an approved service for CCS, therefore fees may vary depending on individual circumstances.

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