Young Academics Early Learning Centre - Narellan

"This centre didn’t have enough programming and growth for children. Unfortunately it felt like a child minding service. There was not enough engagement and communication with parents. Sometimes I’d walk in and I have no idea who the teachers were and they didn’t even know who my son was and his been attending for a while. Not sure if some teachers left or were moved, but my son just wasn’t happy and it didn’t feel like a warm environment. Overall just not enough stimulation for my son and I felt nobody listened or helped me engage this with him. They made me feel like my son was the problem with an update rather than finding a solution or a care plan. Not impressed."

"My child started in the under 2s room recently. I was previously hesitant to enrol due to poor reviews/word of mouth. However, our experience has been nothing but positive. The room is well organised and there is a clear routine. The staff are friendly and professional often asking questions about my child and giving information requested freely. Plenty of photo communication through easy to use app."

"My daughter started attending young Academics at Narellan When she turned 9 months, I was extremely worried at the beginning, Letting go of your child into someone else's care is never easy especially at such a young age. But we found the most welcoming and very heart warming educators, they have so much care and love to share, my little one so happy to go there, and when we entering the room at the morning her big smile says everything. And just to give parents a peace of mind they always updating the journal with photos/ meals/ naps/ toileting. I think first of all, I have to thank the team for such a hard work and safe environment for my baby."

"My girls are so happy at YA Narellan. The teachers are kind and the activities fun, lots of mess and sensory play. The director is super approachable and keen to problem solve any issues that arise. My girls are excited to go and often don’t want to leave so that says a lot! I took a star away because the centre does still struggle with inclusivity for my daughter with disability … they want to improve it’s just taking some time. They are however always open to conversation about how to adjust things."

"My eldest son has been attending this day care centre since November 2021 and we have had such a wonderful experience. There has neen many staff changeovers and that was a great cause for concern for me, however I feel that the communication provided in regards to the staff fluctuations and where the center is now, it has been navigated in the best way possible."