We’ve had such a wonderful experience at Explore & Develop Brookvale under the care of Charlene and Tegan. From the very beginning, the team (or family is a better word really!) created such a nurturing, thoughtful, and joyful environment for our daughter from 1 year to 4 years. She absolutely thrived under the care of her educators, forming strong bonds with both staff and her little friends. Every day she came home happy, confident, and full of stories about what she’d learned and who she’d played with. As parents, we felt completely at ease knowing she was in such caring and capable hands. The educators at E&D Brookvale go above and beyond to create a space that truly supports children’s growth, learning, and wellbeing. We’ll always remember E&D as a very special part of Daisy’s early years. We can’t thank the team enough and would wholeheartedly recommend the centre to any family looking for a warm and enriching early childhood experience.

Supportive for parents and children. I was so worried about leaving my child with anyone but so happy we found this special place. Highly recommended.

Charlene is such an incredible director. The centre is unbelievable, so welcoming, warm and cosy which brings in like a vibe of home environment. Even the staff members who are very supportive, nurturing at the same time, amazing team staff members. I would highly recommend this centre without any doubt as the care for the children are trustworthy and professional.

Our Little one is there now for 2 years. The educators are amazing,the venue is a great place with lots of green and outdoor space. They really focus on environmental topics and their communication and eduction is outstanding. You get a very warm and welcoming feeling as soon as you enter the place. Well done E&D team

A wonderful daycare with caring, long term staff. Recommend.

I could not feel more fortunate to have found Explore and Develop Brookvale for our two boys (1 and 3). The centre is the perfect fit for our family; it is large enough to give us the reliability and structure we were seeking, while still offering a warm, homely environment with time in the day for kids to mix with other ages. Many of the educators have been at the centre for 10+ years and all the staff have an obvious passion for their work, bringing bottomless patience, joy and kindness every day. There is a true sense of community at the centre that flows between the parents, kids and educators. Such good vibes all round. Can’t recommend highly enough.

I have been teaching weekly yoga and mindfulness classes at E&D Brookvale since May 2024, and it has been such a pleasure to guide the preschoolers and toddlers through playful, mindful and engaging sessions each week. From the initial session they were immediately engaged, and as the weeks progressed, the children really embraced each session with such enthusiasm and curiosity. Every week, I am greeted so warmly by the children, receiving big hugs from them as soon as I arrive. It has been a highlight of my week to guide the children to experience the benefits and magic of yoga. They have loved learning and practising the yoga poses, breathing exercises, mindful activities, partner poses, games and relaxation techniques. It warms my heart when the children tell me they have been practising at home or when I receive parent feedback from the educators. Not only have the children developed on a physical level, but also their focus, memory, body awareness, self-confidence and emotional regulation. Witnessing them chant a mantra meditation together for 3minutes+ is one of the most mesmerising parts of the session. The educators in the rooms are exceptional, so welcoming, kind, caring and attentive and are always keen to join in on the sessions too. The preschool room have been implementing some of the breathing exercises and mindful techniques into their daily routine off the mat, including affirmations, breathing exercises and meditations - a beautiful testament to the educators' commitment to the holistic wellbeing of the children as they prepare for school. It is a truly beautiful centre that has such a wholesome, cosy vibe with engaging learning environments. I highly recommend this centre for any families looking for a safe, nurturing and holistic environment for their children. A centre where the children’s wellbeing (rather than numbers) is priority number one! You won’t regret it! Tegan and Charlene have been so supportive and I am so grateful to them for giving me the opportunity to be part of the children’s early learning years and giving them the gift of yoga. Thank you E&D Brookvale. I look forward to more magical sessions in 2025.

If I could give more than five stars, I would. This day care has gone to every length to provide my children with the best possible care. My wife and I feel like we have gained an extended family at this place. After a couple of bad experiences at other day cares, we were very apprehensive to start a new one. It was by far the best decision we ever made. Our only regret being we wish we would have known about this place before. Nothing is too much effort, every time we talk they listen and act, with purpose. They have made us feel like we can come to them with anything. Everything about this place has been thought of and our experience is one of huge appreciation, happiness, adoration and gratefulness. I highly recommend this day care to any parent wanting their child to be in a safe, nurturing, caring and developing environment. Thanks not only to the people running the day care behind the scenes, but all of the incredible and hard working carers, you do such an amazing job!

5 stars is not enough. After having a rough experience with previous daycares, I was recommended this one by a friend. The best decision I ever made!! Not only have my girls found a place that truly supports them and wants what’s best for them (and not just the centre), I have truly found a village in my daycare! If your looking for a daycare/preschool that truly cares about your child, has consistent educators and carers (not a new face every time you drop off) and is looking to be apart of you and your child’s day to day by working with parents to create the consistency the children need then this place is for you! The focus on the children is impeccable and the environment they create is truly something different in comparison to other daycares. As I said. I cannot give them enough stars. And thank you to the team there for everything they are doing for my two girls.