North Wollongong Childcare

North Wollongong Childcare

A trusted child safe service

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Limited availability for 2026. Enrol for 2027.

Limited availability for 2026.
Enrol for 2027.

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TGA North Wollongong

TGA North Wollongong

TGA North Wollongong

The Grove Academy – North Wollongong is our second centre in the Wollongong community, thoughtfully designed with children and families at its heart.

Our brand-new, architecturally designed centre builds on the layout and size of our original Wollongong location, providing a familiar, trusted environment for families. With expansive outdoor spaces and a vibrant natural play area, children have the freedom to explore, learn, and grow in a safe and stimulating setting.

Situated in the heart of the community, the centre is close to local amenities, including the train station, making it easy and convenient for families.

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The Grove Academy – North Wollongong is our second centre in the Wollongong community, thoughtfully designed with children and families at its heart.

Our brand-new, architecturally designed centre builds on the layout and size of our original Wollongong location, providing a familiar, trusted environment for families. With expansive outdoor spaces and a vibrant natural play area, children have the freedom to explore, learn, and grow in a safe and stimulating setting.

Situated in the heart of the community, the centre is close to local amenities, including the train station, making it easy and convenient for families.

Read more

The Grove Academy – North Wollongong is our second centre in the Wollongong community, thoughtfully designed with children and families at its heart.

Our brand-new, architecturally designed centre builds on the layout and size of our original Wollongong location, providing a familiar, trusted environment for families. With expansive outdoor spaces and a vibrant natural play area, children have the freedom to explore, learn, and grow in a safe and stimulating setting.

Situated in the heart of the community, the centre is close to local amenities, including the train station, making it easy and convenient for families.

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  • Open childcare classroom with hanging kites and play tables at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Outdoor childcare playground with slide, shade sails and garden beds at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Childcare classroom with play tent, plants and children's tables at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Bright childcare classroom with activity tables and colourful rug at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Childcare classroom with dining tables and doors to the outdoor area at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Large childcare classroom with bunting, play tables and soft seating at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Open childcare classroom with hanging kites and play tables at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Outdoor childcare playground with slide, shade sails and garden beds at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Childcare classroom with play tent, plants and children's tables at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Bright childcare classroom with activity tables and colourful rug at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Childcare classroom with dining tables and doors to the outdoor area at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Large childcare classroom with bunting, play tables and soft seating at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Open childcare classroom with hanging kites and play tables at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Outdoor childcare playground with slide, shade sails and garden beds at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Childcare classroom with play tent, plants and children's tables at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Bright childcare classroom with activity tables and colourful rug at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Childcare classroom with dining tables and doors to the outdoor area at The Grove Academy Charlestown
  • Large childcare classroom with bunting, play tables and soft seating at The Grove Academy Charlestown

A safe place to learn, play and grow.

A safe place to learn, play and grow.

A safe place to learn, play and grow.

Child safety guides every decision we make – from our people and practices to the environments we create and the partnerships we build with families.

Child safety guides every decision we make – from our people and practices to the environments we create and the partnerships we build with families.

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It's in our nature

It's in our nature

It's in our nature

to nurture

to nurture

to nurture

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Meet

our team

our team

our team

See why

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See why

parents

parents

parents

love us

love us

love us
  • We are really excited to be apart of the family.

    Really welcoming environment. We could feel the positivity and lovely to see the educators so engaged with the children.

    Erin

    TGA North Wollongong Parent

    We are really excited to be apart of the family.

    Really welcoming environment. We could feel the positivity and lovely to see the educators so engaged with the children.

    Erin

    TGA North Wollongong Parent

  • It makes me happy to see my baby girl happy!

    It's very reassuring to know my daughter is getting great care and that's important to me. My daughter doesn't want to come home when I pick her up, showing me that's she's happy and comfortable in her environment.

    Daniela

    TGA North Wollongong Parent

    It makes me happy to see my baby girl happy!

    It's very reassuring to know my daughter is getting great care and that's important to me. My daughter doesn't want to come home when I pick her up, showing me that's she's happy and comfortable in her environment.

    Daniela

    TGA North Wollongong Parent

  • Really welcoming environment.

    We could feel the positivity and lovely to see the educators so engaged with the children.

    Erin

    TGA North Wollongong Parent

    Really welcoming environment.

    We could feel the positivity and lovely to see the educators so engaged with the children.

    Erin

    TGA North Wollongong Parent

Our

Our

Our

Fees

Fees

Fees

Estimate your daily fee

Select your child’s age group and estimated Child Care Subsidy percentage to see your estimated out-of-pocket cost per day.

Daily fee

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For 0–2 years

Estimated out-of-pocket cost per day

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Based on 90% CCS with 5% withholding

This calculator provides an estimate only. Final fees and CCS eligibility may vary depending on your family’s circumstances.

What's included
What's included

What's included

We provide five nutritious meals each day, carefully planned to support children’s growth and wellbeing.

Quality Meals

We provide five nutritious meals each day, carefully planned to support children’s growth and wellbeing.

Quality Meals

Your child's learning
all in one place.

Through our custom Parent Portal app, families can see the learning experiences their child engages in each day – from intentional teaching moments to play-based discoveries – captured through photos and personalised "My Day" reflections.

Learning Progress

The Grove Academy Parent Portal app showing daily updates for families

Daily Updates

Your child's learning
all in one place.

Through our custom Parent Portal app, families can see the learning experiences their child engages in each day – from intentional teaching moments to play-based discoveries – captured through photos and personalised "My Day" reflections.

The Grove Academy Parent Portal app showing daily updates for families

Your child's learning
all in one place.

Through our custom Parent Portal app, families can see the learning experiences their child engages in each day – from intentional teaching moments to play-based discoveries – captured through photos and personalised "My Day" reflections.

The Grove Academy Parent Portal app showing daily updates for families

Daily Updates

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a tour

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a tour
Reading nook arch reading "More than just a tour" at The Grove Academy

Picture this, your child making friends, connecting with educators, learning through play and having fun.




At The Grove Academy, our tours are more than a walk-through. They're a chance to see,
feel and experience what life at The Grove could look like for your child.

Your child making friends, connecting with educators, learning through play and having fun.




At The Grove Academy, our tours are more than a walk-through. They're a chance to see, feel and experience what life at The Grove could look like for your child.

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Meet the people behind our

Meet the people behind our

Meet the people behind our

safety

safety

safety

promise

promise

promise

Real stories from our educators, families and centre leaders on what safety looks like every day.

Real stories from our educators, families and centre leaders on what safety looks like every day.

How we run daily safety checks
How we choose who gets to care for your child
A parent's perspective on trusting us with their day
Inside our quality checks
How we run daily safety checks
How we choose who gets to care for your child
A parent's perspective on trusting us with their day
Inside our quality checks

Why

Why

Why

choose TGA

choose TGA

choose TGA

Contact

Contact

Contact

us

us

us

DHARAWAL COUNTRY

DHARAWAL COUNTRY

DHARAWAL COUNTRY

TGA North Wollongong at a glance

TGA North Wollongong at a glance

Map showing the location of The Grove Academy Charlestown childcare centre
Educator meeting a family during a centre tour at The Grove Academy
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Still deciding? Need more info? Book a tour and experience the centre for yourself. Meet our educators, explore the learning spaces and discover the Grove difference.

Cosy reading corner with armchairs and bookshelves at The Grove Academy
Book a Tour

Still deciding? Need more info? Book a tour and experience the centre for yourself. Meet our educators, explore the learning spaces and discover the Grove difference.

Cosy reading corner with armchairs and bookshelves at The Grove Academy.
Book a Tour

Still deciding? Need more info? Book a tour and experience the centre for yourself. Meet our educators, explore the learning spaces and discover the Grove difference.

Frequently

Frequently

Frequently

asked

asked

asked

questions

questions

questions

What are your operating hours?

We’re open Monday to Friday, from 7:00am to 6:00pm. Our hours may vary slightly between locations, so please check with your centre for the most accurate times.

What is the enrolment process?

Our enrolment process is simple and supportive. Families can submit an enquiry online, book a tour and/or join our wait list if a place is not immediately available.

Do you offer a school readiness program?

Yes. Our education program incorporates a comprehensive school readiness program that focuses on building confidence, independence, early literacy, early numeracy and social-emotional skills to help children transition smoothly into primary school.

How do you support children settling in?

We offer orientation sessions where you and your child can get to know the educators and the environment. Our team follows your child’s cues and works with you to make the transition feel calm and positive.

What does a typical day look like?

Each day includes a balance of play-based learning, indoor and outdoor activities, meals, rest time and opportunities for social connection - all guided by your child's interest and needs.

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