Malabar
Early Education and Preschool
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(02) 8594 4200
(02) 8571 9758

A New Discovery Every Day
Enriching Childhood, Empowering Families, Strengthening Communities.
- Proudly Rated Exceeding against the National Quality Framework.
- Primary Educator Relationships - one trusted educator who truly knows and supports your child
- Child Safe Organisation
- Carefully designed curriculum to support a love of learning and a seamless transition to school
- Respectful Infant Pedagogy - Grounded in RIE® principles, our educators offer calm, responsive care that honours each infant’s rhythm, voice, and independence.
- Thoughtful, intentional practice - our pedagogy is underpinned by research and shaped by observation, reflection and deep respect for children.
- Not for Profit values driven organisation where every dollar is reinvested back into children's programs, safety and wellbeing.
Trusted early education in Malabar with experienced teachers and educators means excellence in early education.
Gowrie NSW Malabar Early Education and Care is a trusted not-for-profit with over 85 years of experience in early childhood education. Children’s safety and rights guide everything we do, from the way we design our environments to the relationships we build with families. Our long-term, dedicated team provides stability and consistency, creating a warm space where every child feels safe, known and valued. Families trust us to provide high-quality care, where children are encouraged to grow in confidence and discover their unique strengths.
Primary Educator relationships for security, trust and confidence.
Primary educator relationships give every child a trusted, consistent educator...someone who truly knows them, their interests, and their unique ways of learning. This strong sense of security encourages children to take on new challenges, explore ideas, and develop confidence in their abilities.
Our preschool curriculum weaves early literacy and numeracy into every moment of play, conversation, and exploration, fostering skills that form the foundation for lifelong learning. Experienced educators design an engaging curriculum that sparks curiosity, builds social and emotional skills, and ensures every child feels valued, understood, and ready for their next step into school and beyond.
Learning isn’t just something that happens inside the classrooms at Gowrie - it’s a continuous journey that takes place through every interaction, every experience, and every opportunity to play.
Meet Our Centre Director
My name Is Payal. Originally from Fiji, I bring a vibrant blend of cultural richness and professional expertise to this sector. Over the years in the sector, I have cultivated a deep passion for nurturing and guiding young minds towards their full potential.
My journey in childcare has been more than just a career path; it's been a calling...a calling to create a positive impact on the lives of children and their families. With a keen eye for detail and a nurturing spirit, I approach each day with enthusiasm and dedication, knowing that the work I do today can shape the future of tomorrow. My commitment to excellence, coupled with my genuine love for working with children, drives me to continually seek out new ways to enhance their learning experiences and create lasting memories.
As I continue on this fulfilling journey in childcare, I am excited about the opportunities to make a difference in the lives of those I serve and to inspire a love for learning that will last a lifetime.
Frequently asked questions
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All our programs at Malabar Early Education and Care are based on children’s strengths, knowledge, interests, concepts, and cultural backgrounds. The National Quality Framework stipulates that learning occurs best through play-based experiences.
Your child will enjoy;
- Interesting and engaging experiences providing opportunity for inquiry, exploration, discovery and problem-solving
- Active engagement with people, objects and representations
- Experiences and provocations based on children’s emerging concepts and thinking
- Rich play experiences by sourcing materials and creating environments which engage children’s sense of curiosity, wonder and investigation
- Opportunities for the development of a wide range of skill areas: social, emotional, cognitive, creative and physical
Extensive early childhood research shows that for children under the age of five years, play provides the best vehicle for learning. Children are more likely to persist at something in which they are interested in and play-based learning provides a great context for acknowledging children’s interests.
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Our school readiness program begins from the moment children enter our centre. Building children’s confidence, strong sense of self, conflict resolution skills, creativity and collaboration are part of our program from the start.
Your child will have many opportunities to engage with literacy and numeracy. This will also be scaffolded and extended upon. In the final preschool years, we run a dedicated Transition to School Program for children and their families. This program is delivered by Early Childhood Teachers in consultation with local primary schools and will extend children’s social and emotional skills to build sound foundations for primary school.
Children will build their confidence and resilience levels, become accustomed with school routines and lunchboxes, learn how to work in teams, develop independence and much more.
For more information about our Transition to School Program, please enquire with our Centre Manager and Early Childhood Teachers based in the preschool rooms.
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We use a secure online platform called 'Storypark' to document your child’s discoveries and learnings and this ensures open and clear communication. We document in real time, as it happens, and share photo’s, video, audio and observations with you in a secure online environment.
Families are encouraged to participate in this process to ensure children achieve the best learning outcomes.
It’s just like you’re there with them, every day.
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Daily Fees (before Childcare Subsidy is applied)
Ages Price 0 - 2 yrs $178.52 2 - 3 yrs $176.44 3 yrs+ $174.35 Out of Pocket? The Child Care Subsidy assists families with the cost of approved or registered childcare.Learn more about the ChildCare Subsidyhere, and what you may be entitled to.
Inclusions
Nappies and wet wipes, all means prepared by centre coook, cow's milk, cot sheets and bed linen, sunscreen, Gowrie NSW sun-safety hat.
Refer to the Gowrie NSW Fee Policy here for more details.
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Families are asked to pack the following items, clearly labelled:
- change of clothes (including jumper, shirt, underpants and socks)
- sun-safe hat
- water bottle
- comfort item if needed
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Fill out the Book a Tour form hereand choose an appointment time in the calendar. You can choose a morning or afternoon tours. If you require an alternative appointment time outside of the calendar options, please email our Enrolment Team at enrolments@gowriensw.com.au.
What Our Families Say...
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Cannot recommend this service enough. The staff are passionate and dedicated to the children. The in house cook skilfully adapts the menu to suite dietary needs. The outdoor spaces are a dream come true. The centre has a beautiful relationship with nature and wholistic healthy bodies. My children are thriving and loving every day here.
KarenParent -
Our 2 daughters have been to Gowrie Malabar and we cannot be happier about the daycare services. The center is fantastic, the educators are very caring and share a lot about the learning journey and development. They get to spend lots of time outdoors and get exposed to many activities. Thanks for everything Gowrie team!
CharlotteParent -
We’ve had such a wonderful experience at Gowrie NSW. The educators are warm, caring, and truly attentive to each child’s wellbeing. Our daughter feels safe, supported, and excited to attend each day. The centre fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment where the children are supported to grow with confidence.
DanielleParent -
We’ve had such a wonderful experience at Gowrie NSW. The educators are warm, caring, and truly attentive to each child’s wellbeing. Our daughter feels safe, supported, and excited to attend each day. The centre fosters a nurturing and inclusive environment where the children are supported to grow with confidence.
DanielleParent, Malabar -
Our educators have been so warm and so loving and so friendly to both our children! Our kids delight in their carers smiles and have found a beautiful home away from home at Gowrie.
LeahParent, Malabar