Children's Services

Quality education and care for Inner West children

Our Vision

We collaborate with children, families and the community to provide inclusive, nurturing learning environments that respect the diverse needs of all.

Inner West Council operates 11 Early Learning Centres, 2 Out of School Hours Care, Vacation Care, an Occasional Care service, a Pre-School, the Magic Yellow Bus mobile playgroup and a Family Day Care network. We strive for excellence and all our centres are meeting or exceeding the National Quality Framework standards as rated by the NSW Department of Education.

Young children at an early learning centre painting leaves

Discover our early learning services, where children learn, play and grow in inclusive educational environments supported by our qualified educators.

Family day care educator and children playing with water

Small-group, home-based education and care with qualified educators who provide a flexible, regulated and nurturing alternative to traditional early learning centres.

The Magic Yellow Bus mobile playgroup

Join the Magic Yellow Bus for free play sessions in local parks, connect with other families and enjoy fun, educational activities for children aged 0–5.

 Young children playing with toys in a sandbox and on a mat

Flexible education and care that supports families managing appointments, casual work and study commitments.

Educator and students making paper flowers

Our Out of School Hours Care services provide a safe, welcoming place where children can play, learn and build confidence through engaging activities before and after school.

Vacation care educator and children

Find school holiday programs that provide creative, active and engaging experiences to support your child’s learning and wellbeing.

Parents feeding a baby

Explore a range of useful links and contacts to help your family access trusted early childhood, health, safety and support services.

Parent holding an information flyer

Find essential documents, policies and guides that support your family’s experience with our early learning and children’s programs.

Child Safe

Inner West Council is committed to being a child-safe organisation. We put children’s safety and wellbeing at the centre of our practices. Child safety is a shared responsibility across the organisation. All Inner West Council (IWC) staff contribute to maintaining our child-safe culture and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the children in our services and programs. IWC has a zero tolerance of harm or abuse of children.