14 Waterhouse Road
AIRDS NSW 2560
At KU Briar Cottage, 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, inclusive 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.
Situated in a beautiful heritage-listed property, KU Briar Cottage is a joyful and friendly place where every child’s individuality and uniqueness is respected.
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 specialise in offering a play-based early childhood literacy program that supports children’s pre-literacy skills. We also strive to build meaningful partnerships with families and the community.
KU Briar Cottage 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. Aesthetically designed learning spaces are created by our team of educators, to create stimulating and sensory learning opportunities. These spaces encourage children to develop curiosity, take new challenges, consolidate emerging skills, persist and learn to engage and work with other children and adults.
Hat and sunscreen
KU Speech Therapy
Parking
Outdoor play
Public transport
Play-based learning
Storypark
Transition to school
Jenelle Williams is a university qualified early childhood teacher with over 30 years’ experience working with young children. She has been working at KU Briar Cottage since 1999.
Jenelle holds a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood), a Master of Inclusive Education and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. She is also a NSW Justice of the Peace.
Jenelle is qualified in the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) for working with young children with autism, and has a longstanding interest in high quality early childhood inclusive education for children with additional needs.
2025 daily fees WITH Start Strong fee relief allocation – 30 hours/fortnight enrolment (fees charged when fee relief declared at KU)
| 4-year-old non equity fee | 3-year-old non equity fee | Equity fee |
|---|---|---|
| $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
2025 daily fees WITHOUT Start Strong fee relief allocation – 30 hours/fortnight enrolment (fees charged when fee relief is not declared at KU)
| 4-year-old non equity fee | 3-year-old non equity fee | Equity fee |
|---|---|---|
| $53.80 | $53.80 | $53.30 |
Highly respected for our high quality programs, KU's National Quality Standard Ratings far exceed the national average.
KU was established in 1895 and is the most experienced provider of early childhood education in Australia.
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.
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KU respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the many lands on which our services are delivered.
The contribution by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to the education of young children existed long before our story began.
Proudly a not for profit and for purpose organisation
© KU Children’s Services 2024
Proudly a not for profit and for purpose organisation
© KU Children’s Services 2024
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.
This service offers Speech Therapy for enrolled children where there is a concern for their speech and/or language development. Fees apply.
Parking for drop-off and pick-up is available.
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.
The service is accessible by public transport and is close to a train station and/or public buses.
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.
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.
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.
