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Premium childcare in Dundas. Privately owned long day care and preschool for children 6 weeks to 6 years.
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Little Jungle Early Learning Centre
Premium childcare and long day care in Dundas, NSW
Little Jungle Early Learning Centre is a privately owned, premium long day care and preschool in Dundas NSW with a nurturing environment. We care for children from 6 weeks to 6 years across three dedicated rooms: Cuddle Cubs, Tiny Tigers, and Jungle Explorers. We are open Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm, serving families across Dundas, Dundas Valley, Telopea, Oatlands, Carlingford, Rydalmere, Ermington, Northmead, Melrose Park and surrounds.
About us
Inside the Jungle: who we are
Little Jungle Early Learning Centre is an independently owned and operated long day care and preschool at 1 Bennetts Rd W, Dundas NSW 2117. We provide Australian Government CCS-approved care and education for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, across three purpose-built rooms: Cuddle Cubs (0–2), Tiny Tigers (2–3), and Jungle Explorers (3–6).
Because we are privately owned and not part of any corporate group, every decision we make is guided by one thing: what is genuinely best for the children and families in our care. This means reinvesting in our educators, our nurturing environments, and our programs, year after year.
More about us
Address1 Bennetts Rd W, Dundas NSW 2117
HoursMonday to Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm
Ages6 weeks to 6 years
Fee after subsidyMost pay $20 to $60 per day
Phone(02) 9099 4418
Rating5.0 from Google reviews
All-inclusive daily fee
Everything included. Nothing hidden.
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Meals
All meals and snacks cooked on site each day, to the Australian Dietary Guidelines
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Nappies and wipes
Nappies, wipes, Sudocrem, bibs and nappy bags all provided
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SunSmart
SPF 50+ applied before outdoor play and every two hours
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Excursions
Excursions included, for engagement with the wider community
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Daily updates
Photos, learning stories and routines in the OWNA app, every day
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School readiness
A full-day program led by ECTs and experienced educators
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Incursions
Incursions included, never billed as an extra
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Munch & Move
The NSW Health program, embedded in daily routines
Daily learning
Discover our rooms
Three dedicated spaces, each purpose-built for the age group it holds.
Fees and subsidy
You may pay less than you think
Government subsidies significantly reduce what most families pay. Now more families have more subsidised hours with the 3-Day Guarantee.
Federal Government
Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
Most working families receive a meaningful subsidy, some up to 90% off their fees. You do not need to be on a low income to qualify. CCS is applied directly to your fees, so you only ever pay the gap.
NSW Government, additional saving
Start Strong
An additional NSW program on top of CCS for eligible 3 and 4+ year olds. In 2026, eligible families may receive up to $2,563 per year for children aged 4 and above, or up to $769 per year for 3 year olds, depending on eligibility.
The 3-Day Guarantee
From January 2026, all CCS-eligible families are entitled to at least 72 hours of subsidised care per fortnight, regardless of work or study hours. Families may still need to pay a gap fee.
$20–$60 Most families pay this amount per day after subsidy, depending on your family income and activity level. Visit our Fees & CCS section to learn more.
Steps to Shine
Learning that is discovered, not simply delivered
Our Steps to Shine Curriculum blends Montessori and Reggio Emilia inspired practices within Australia's Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) V2.0 and the National Quality Standard (NQS), developing each child intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically through intentional, child-led experiences every day.
Literacy & Communication
Every conversation, song, and story builds a confident, capable communicator.
Wellbeing & Physical Confidence
Physical confidence and emotional wellbeing built through movement, nutrition, and outdoor exploration.
Mathematical & Problem-Solving
From sandpit measuring to preschool numeracy, mathematics lived, not taught.
Social & Emotional Resilience
Empathy, friendship, and emotional regulation supported through consistent educator relationships daily.
Creative Arts & Expression
Open-ended creative experiences that develop original thinking and expressive confidence daily.
Culture, Community & Sustainability
Belonging, respect, and environmental responsibility taught through genuine daily practice.
Benefits
The Little Jungle Difference
In our jungle, learning is not simply delivered, it's discovered. Every interaction, from a shared story to a moment of quiet reassurance, helps children feel secure enough to explore and grow in our safe and nurturing day care environment.
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Locally owned, community focused
We focus on the small details that matter. Join a community-focused centre where every child is known by name and celebrated for who they are.
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Relationships first. Learning that lasts.
Because strong partnerships with families are the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. We have a stable team of educators so your child settles in with familiar faces and develops a sense of safety and belonging at the centre.
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Montessori-inspired. Reggio-guided. Child-led.
So your child benefits from an integrated early learning model that recognises them as a capable, competent learner, preparing them for a smooth transition to school and beyond.
Our environment
Spaces built for how children actually play
Every room is purpose-built for the age group in it, with its own outdoor area. Natural materials, low shelving children can reach themselves, and quiet corners for when the day gets loud. CCTV throughout and coded entry, so the only people who come and go are the ones who should.
See our environmentHear from our Little Jungle parents
What parents say about Little Jungle
“★★★★★Since starting at Little Jungle, everything has changed for the better. The educators are caring, experienced, and genuinely invested in the children. Both of my children are now so much happier and more settled.
“★★★★★In just a few short weeks, we've noticed such a positive improvement in her confidence, learning and overall happiness. You can truly feel how much they love what they do.
“★★★★★We had a few tours at other centres, but they were not what we were looking for. Sharnie immediately made us feel welcome and at ease. She took the time to understand our child's needs.
5.0 from Google · Read every review on Google
2026 Parramatta Local Business AwardsFinalist
Find us
Conveniently located in Dundas
Well positioned for families across Dundas, Dundas Valley, Telopea, Oatlands, Carlingford, Rydalmere, Ermington, Northmead and Melrose Park.
- Address1 Bennetts Rd W, Dundas NSW 2117
- HoursMonday to Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm
- ParkingOn-site parking directly at the centre, so drop-off is quick even in the morning rush
- Ages6 weeks to 6 years, across three dedicated rooms
- Phone(02) 9099 4418
Before you ask
Common questions about Little Jungle
What are your hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm, excluding public holidays.
What ages do you take?
Children from 6 weeks to 6 years, across three rooms: Cuddle Cubs (0–2), Tiny Tigers (2–3) and Jungle Explorers (3–6).
What is included in the daily fee?
Everything. Cooked meals, nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, incursions and excursions, the Munch & Move program, daily OWNA updates and school readiness. There are no add-on charges.
What will I actually pay?
Most families pay between $20 and $60 per day after subsidy, depending on income and activity level. Visit our Fees & CCS section to learn more.
How do I enrol my child?
Start with a tour. Fill in the form below and we will arrange a time that suits you and check availability in your child's age group.
Insights for the early years
Little Jungle Learning Hub
Raising little ones is an adventure, and we're here to help you navigate it. From tips on school readiness to the magic of play-based learning, explore our latest stories and practical guides designed for your family.
Read the Learning Hub
Why your child's meltdown over a broken banana is not bad behaviour — and why our educators never rush to stop it.How Little Jungle's approach to big feelings sets your child up for a lifetime of emotional strength.
Why your child answering in two languages is not confusion — it is exactly what should be happening.What bilingual development actually looks like in early childhood, and how we support the language spoken at your kitchen table.
Toilet training: how we do it at Little Jungle and how you can work with us at home.A gentle, child-led approach to toilet training — the signs of readiness we look for, and how we keep home and centre consistent.
Play types by age: what your child is doing and why it matters.What play actually looks like at each stage of early childhood, why it matters developmentally, and how we design for it at Little Jungle.
What your child actually learns at childcare — it is more than you think.A warm, honest look at the real learning happening every day at Little Jungle Early Learning in Dundas — for families across Parramatta, Rydalmere, Telopea, Carlingford and surrounding areas.
Visiting a childcare centre? Here are the questions worth asking.A practical guide for families in Dundas, Parramatta, Rydalmere and surrounding areas who are starting to explore their early learning options.
What to do when your child gets sick at childcareA practical, honest guide for families in Dundas, Parramatta, Rydalmere, Telopea, Carlingford and surrounding areas of NSW.
How to help your child with separation anxiety at childcare drop-offWhat separation anxiety actually is, why it happens, and what genuinely helps — from the educators who see it every single day at Little Jungle Early Learning in Dundas.
Why your child's artwork might not look like anything — and why that is the whole point.The difference between product art and process art, and why it changes everything about how we think about creativity in early childhood.
Take the first step today
We would love to find the perfect place for your family. Book a tour, meet our educators and see the rooms. Tours run Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
No obligation About 30 minutes
Prefer to talk? Call (02) 9099 4418