Hospital Hill Preschool & Occasional Care Centre

Welcome to Hospital Hill Preschool & Occasional Care Centre, located in the heart of Wollongong, Australia. Situated at 377 Crown Street, our establishment is not only a point of interest but also a reputable school dedicated to providing high-quality education and care to the diverse community of Wollongong CBD.

Conveniently located within the medical precinct, our 28-place occasional care service is easily accessible by car and is in close proximity to both the Wollongong public and private hospitals. For those relying on public transportation, we are just a short distance away from the Wollongong train station and public bus route, including the Gong Shuttle that connects us to the CBD, Wollongong University, and TAFE.

At Hospital Hill, our primary goal is to create a sense of belonging for our children, families, and educators. We strongly believe that every child deserves a welcoming, safe, and educational environment that values their voice, plans for their interests, and encourages exploration. By fostering relationships and nurturing attachments in an inclusive and secure setting, we ensure that our interactions and everyday practices reflect our commitment to providing the best possible care.

Our environment at Hospital Hill is designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and diverse, with natural play spaces that encourage exploration both indoors and outdoors. With features such as a Veggie patch, worm farm, native bees, mud and sand pit, and open spaces, our children and educators are encouraged to get wet, muddy, and covered in paint – as we believe that these experiences are essential for learning and development. Indoors, we have two playrooms: an early learning room for children aged birth to 3 years, and a preschool room for children aged 3 to 5 years. We welcome children from birth to school age and occasionally group siblings together to support their settling in process. We also offer flexible routines and encourage families to spend time at our service with their children.

At Hospital Hill, we firmly believe that play is a crucial and healthy part of early childhood, and we recognize the vital role that families play in their child's development. We support children's learning and development through careful observation, planning, and programming, all while listening to the voices of the children themselves. Our everyday practices are based on current best practices and the latest research, incorporating frameworks such as the National Quality Framework, Early Years Learning Framework, Circle of Security, ECA Code of Ethics, The UN Convention on The Rights of the Child, Munch & Move, Paint the Town REaD, Be You, Sleep Smart, and Sing and Grow. Furthermore, sustainability is at the forefront of our planning cycle, ensuring that we instill a sense of environmental responsibility in our children.

As a service, we are committed to ongoing self-assessment against the National Quality Standards in order to drive continuous improvement and enhance the developmental and educational outcomes for young children. Currently, ECTARC Hospital Hill is awaiting Assessment and Rating against the National Quality Standards, further demonstrating our dedication to providing the highest standard of care.

Join us at Hospital Hill Preschool & Occasional Care Centre, where your child's well-being, growth, and development are our top priorities. Experience the warmth, inclusivity, and educational excellence that define our institution in the heart of Wollongong.