-Sharath Macc My son started his experience in the sanctuary at hillside from the nursery room and went through all the years of pre-school at the centre. We have found most of the staff to be warm, caring and concerned in his progress over the years. The 3yr and 4yr kinder program was well implemented with new activities and initiatives organised by the room leads. We have had constructive discussion with the owner and staff when we were concerned about a few things. Their responsiveness and care to address the matter promptly was appreciated. My son has fond memories of his time at the place and continues to miss his teachers as he starts schooling this year. My wide and I would recommend this place for you child where the would feel accepted and appreciated. |
-Nata de CocoWe Just recently enrolled our child at The Sanctuary at Hillside. My son has special needs and the centre is very supportive in assisting us so that he can be included in the activities and have the best possible experience. They are also very responsive to any queries and promptly give us any updates. He adjusted fairly quickly too. He is now settled in his room and happy to be at the centre. All the staff are very friendly and they try to accommodate all our requests. We are happy with The Sanctuary and we look forward to our child’s journey with them. |
-Stephanie AbateLovely educators who go above and beyond for all the kids in their care. They focus on the kids having fun and learning and I love their approach to this. My daughter loves going there. |
-Tara CameronI would recommend the sanctuary at hillside to anyone who was looking for somewhere for their children to go. You can’t go wrong. I have been a part of the sanctuary family for 6 years now with my oldest having just finished there and I still have 2 children attending. The staff are amazing and always willing to help, they are always kind and caring towards my children. Nothing is too much for them. They have amazing indoor-outdoor areas for kids to enjoy, my kids enjoy going there and eat more there than they do at home. I have so much trust in the staff at the sanctuary and know anyone that sends there children there would not be disappointed. |
-Inci OmayThe Sanctuary is a wonderful place of care for our children. The staff are caring and compassionate and do a great job of educating. The facilities are clean and the food is incredible. Would definitely recommend this centre for local families. |
-Chloe KalinicFantastic place!! Love the atmosphere and that there is a lot of outdoor based play! Lovely staff & very nurturing. Everyone is very friendly with a smile on their faces! |
-Jasmine CaddenAbsolutely love everything about the Sanctuary! The staff are amazing! My son has been attending there for 18 months now and my daughter just started. They are so kind and caring I feel so confident and stress free leaving my kids there while I’m at work. Tegan, Caitlin and Stacey are always so helpful with any information needed to make the kids comfortable and happy. |
-Nick BartolettaOur son has been going to The Sanctuary now for 3 years and we have always found the staff and educators to be friendly, helpful and reliable and I would recommend to anyone looking for child care to go there…. |
-Emma LeightonMy children have been going to The Sanctuary for many years now. Staff are very friendly, always there to find out how their days have been. They love going on nature walks around the community, mini mosters on a Monday and playing with their friends. My husband and I are very happy with how professional the centre is run. |
-Sinead GovanMy daughters have gone here for 3 years now and I have never met more attentive, accommodating, caring educators. They truly love your children as if they are their own and are just fantastic in every way possible, everything you are looking for in a childcare is right here! |
-Erica XerriAll the teachers and staff are amazing! A real family environment, whilst maintaining a high level of professionalism. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a quality childcare in the area. |
-Carly AlexanderWe’ve been very happy with the care of our children at the sanctuary in the 3+ years of attendance. It’s not an easy thing entrusting strangers to take care of our babies, but you’ve proven yourselves trustworthy and diligent with the responsibility. Thank you to Kellie and all the staff at The Sanctuary. |
-Tina AbboudMy daughter has attended here for just over a year now, I would highly recommend this daycare. We couldn’t be more happy with the level of care she receive, I absolutely love the teaching style also. All the staff are incredible, it’s one of the hardest jobs and they all do it so well, my daughter adores every teacher she’s had. You can tell they truly love children. On days she doesn’t have daycare, she wants to go, that to me is the biggest sign of how much she loves it. And when I pick her up she is happy to stay playing. We are thankful we have our daughter here, we have so much piece of mind. |
-Mirela PereiraI would like to express my sincere thanks for the most amazing experience my son has had at The Sanctuary during the past two years. The entire team from management to carers and key leaders work exceptionally well ensuring the most positive experience is delivered at all times. We have previously used other childcare centres and this by far stands out from the rest. Kellie the owner genuinely cares for her staff and all our little people. You only have to step into the reception area to feel the warm and positive vibe. It’s an extremely demanding job yet all staff are always welcoming and extremely caring which speaks volumes of the way the centre operates with staff who love what they do. I would like to especially mention the kinder room which this year has delivered such a well though out program incorporating play based learning, structured learning time, as well as customized learning depending on the child’s interests and needs. The list goes on. Preeti the kinder education leader is very nurturing and engaging with both parents and kids She is such a great asset to The Sanctuary. The kids just adore her. She’s always available for a chat, feedback and open to working with parents to help children achieve their best potential in preparation for school. I would highly recommend this centre. |
-Amanda WoodsI would like to thank from the bottom of my heart to everyone at The Sanctuary for taking care of my daughters who have attended The Sanctuary for more than a year. The entire team, management, staff and even people who cook and bake are very warm, friendly, and caring. Taking care of so many children, especially young ones is a very demanding job. I am so happy that I found this unbelievably amazing place. Their kinder teacher, is truly a very caring and nice person who connects so well with children and brings out the best in them. My older daughter connects with her very well and can share anything with her. My younger daughter also loves Preeti and cannot stop talking about her. Similarly, Kellie, the owner is very nice. She connects with children and us (parents) one on one. The place itself is very well structured for children to not only learn but also channel their energies to improve their emotional, cognitive, and psychological development. Before Sanctuary, my girls were not very social and lacked a lot of social skills. After spending almost two years at Hillside, my girls have become confident, friendly, and very sociable. They have made great friends, learned about actions and their consequences, and have developed a deep sense of responsibility for their actions. Moreover, children celebrate each other’s birthdays and parents also choose to celebrate them outside sanctuary and it further helps children develop close friendships. The best thing about sanctuary is the teachers and owner Kellie are always available to talk and discuss about children and their growth. I Just Love This Place!! Definitely Recommend It! Couldn’t have found a better place for my little girls. |
-Nahyd ParvyzI am genuinely grateful for the care, love and understanding that the entire team at Sanctuary has shown towards my granddaughters. They have attended Sanctuary for almost 3 years now and they love it there. They wait to go to Sanctuary and eagerly interact with their teachers, staff and even management. It is extremely comfortable place for children due to highly trained staff. They are a real gem and connect very well with children. They always find time to understand kids and bond with them to help the reach their fullest potential. My granddaughters just love it. Kellie, the owner, is very nice and friendly. Always available to chat or discuss anything. I cannot imagine sending my granddaughters anywhere else. We are extremely grateful to staff, management and the entire team. They truly care about each child. Highly recommend this place, it’s the best place for your kids. |
-Noor FatimaBest place to send your kids! Simply awesome! Teachers and all the staff are AMAZING and extremely friendly. My daughter goes to Sanctuary for the past 2 years and still goes there. She has learned so much and has developed special bonds with the amazing teachers. Kellie, the owner, is very understanding and friendly. I would highly recommend this place for anyone who wants to leave their kids with peace of mind, knowing that they will be loved and cared for, just like at home. A big shout out to Kellie from the bottom of my heart. |