Why Families in Marsfield Choose Long Day Care

Why Families in Marsfield Choose Long Day Care

For working families, flexibility is everything. That’s why long day care Marsfield options are in high demand — offering extended hours, full-day programs, and peace of mind.

Whether you’re commuting to Macquarie Park or working from home, a reliable early learning centre can help balance your schedule while nurturing your child’s development.

At Imaginations Preschool Marsfield, we provide affordable, play-based long day care for children aged 1–6, with a strong focus on bilingual learning, school readiness, and emotional wellbeing.

What is Long Day Care?

Long day care refers to full-day education and care services provided in a purpose-built centre. Hours usually range from 7:00am to 6:00pm, making it suitable for full-time or part-time working families.

“Long day care centres offer structured programs, guided by qualified early childhood educators, with meals, learning, and rest periods built into the day.”
— Early Childhood Australia

In Marsfield, long day care options are typically regulated under the National Quality Framework (NQF), ensuring safety, learning outcomes, and qualified staffing.

What Sets Our Marsfield Long Day Care Apart?

At Imaginations Preschool Marsfield, our long day care model is built on:

✅ Flexible Hours for Busy Parents

We open from 8:00am–6:00pm, with:

• Rolling drop-offs for ease

• Late pickup support

• Consistent daily structure

This supports both 9–5 workers and shift-based families.

✅ Nutritious Meals Provided On Site

We provide morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea — all freshly prepared onsite and designed to meet Australian Dietary Guidelines.

Special care is taken for:

• Halal, vegetarian, and allergy-safe needs

• Cultural preferences

• Independent eating skills

✅ Bilingual and Culturally Inclusive Program

With many Marsfield families speaking Mandarin, Cantonese, or Arabic at home, our program supports dual-language development and cultural understanding.

Children learn through:

• Bilingual stories and songs

• Multilingual educators

• Cultural celebration days

✅ Play-Based Curriculum Guided by EYLF

Our program follows the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and includes:

• Literacy and numeracy foundations

• STEAM play (science, tech, engineering, arts, math)

• Social-emotional learning

• Outdoor and nature-based activities

🎥 Watch this video on how long day care supports brain development:
The Importance of Early Childhood Development

Real Benefits for Marsfield Families

Parents choose us because we’re not just about hours — we’re about heart. Over the past decade, we’ve supported hundreds of local families with:

• ✅ Peace of mind while working

• ✅ Reduced morning stress

• ✅ Strong school readiness outcomes

• ✅ Lifelong friendships for both children and parents

Many of our graduates now attend Eastwood Public School, Kent Road Public, or North Ryde PS with confidence and curiosity.

Transparent Fees and CCS Support

We believe early learning should be accessible and affordable.

Our fees are competitive, and we’re fully registered with Centrelink’s Child Care Subsidy (CCS). That means:

• You only pay the gap fee

• We help with estimates and claims

• You can adjust your enrolment as needed

💡 Use this CCS Calculator to check your eligibility.

Expert Insight

“Children in long day care settings benefit not only from extended learning opportunities but also from stable routines and social interaction that support holistic development.”
— Dr. Susan Irvine, QUT School of Early Childhood & Inclusive Education

Schedule a Tour of Our Long Day Care Marsfield Centre

We invite you to visit us, meet our educators, and see how our flexible, nurturing environment can support your child’s journey.

📍 Located near Macquarie University and Eastwood
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