Before enrolling, we encourage every family to visit Little Emu Academy to see if we are the right fit for you. On the tour you will meet our team, explore our centre. If you decide Little Emu Academy is the right fit for your family, we'll guide you through the enrolment process and make it as simple and stress-free as possible.
With only 43 children, our small-placed childcare centre gives your child the dedicated learning journey that they deserve.
Our digital app provides instant access to your child’s photos, meals, and rest updates, all shared directly to your phone during the day
Located in Emu Heights, we are centrally located to families in the Blue Mountains and Penrith Area.
With over 30 years of combined experience, our team is made up of experinced & permanent staff who are deeply committed to fostering a love of learning.
Stay connected of your child’s day through our family app.
Regular family events throughout the year.
(Indoor and outdoor CCTV surveillance)
Established in 1994, Little Emu Academy has been providing high-quality childcare and early learning for families in Emu Heights, the Lower Blue Mountains and surrounding Western Sydney communities.
Caring for up to 43 children aged from birth to five years, being a smaller service allows us to create a warm, welcoming environment where children, families and educators can genuinely get to know one another and feel part of our community.
Our educators have created highly stimulating, creative environments that constantly evolve to spark curiosity and support each stage of development.
We work in close partnership with families, offering thoughtful guidance and collaboration when needed, and always with care and respect.
Open Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Little Emu Academy is approved for the Australian Government Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and NSW Start Strong Preschool Funding, making quality early education more accessible for local families.
We have a huge calendar of exciting programs which involve supportive community partners and help to create wonderful experiences for the children. Here are some of the fantastic organisations and people that Little Emu Academy has enjoyed partnering with.
Penrith Police
Constables talk to us about traffic safety, safe places to go and stranger danger. He teaches us important things to say including ‘No,’ ‘Go away’ and ‘Stop’ if we feel unsafe
Penrith Fire Station
The Penrith firefighters visit us in their fire truck to share their knowledge about fire safety. We learn some drills like Stop, Drop and Roll, what number to call in an emergency, what to do if we catch fire on our clothes and how the fire hose works.
Emu Heights Public School
We (preschoolers) have an exciting weekly excursions to Emu Heights Public School! We explore a kindergarten class, join PE exercises with Year 6 students and race around their oval. We also see some of our old friends (former Little Emu Academy Preschoolers)!
Hatching Chicks
We have hatching chicks and ducklings for two weeks at the centre to learn about their lives! We get to see chicks hatch in the first week and ducklings in the second week. We observe them eating, drinking, sleeping, scratching and grow!
Cultural Events
Parents and grandparents come in to host reading and learning sessions. We celebrate Graduation nights – mothers and fathers days and our exciting end of year Christmas Parties.
When your child joins Little Emu Academy you become part of a broader community that values connection, contribution and collaboration.
There are many ways for families to participate at Little Emu Academy. Some are hands-on, others are behind-the-scenes. Whether you’re able to volunteer your time regularly or just lend your support when you can, we truly appreciate it.
Opportunities to get involved include:
-Helping out in your child’s room for stay-and-play sessions
-Attending parent information evenings and social events
-Volunteering on excursions
-Share your skills, whether professional (e.g. trades, gardening, legal, admin) or creative (e.g. music, cooking, storytelling)
-Contributing to working bees and fundraising efforts
-Supporting events and initiatives like book drives or sustainability projects
We understand that every family’s capacity looks different and that’s okay. You’re invited to be involved in whatever way suits you.
