Edge Early Learning Salisbury Downs

A: The first step is to tour your preferred Edge Early Learning and Preschool centre by booking a tour. This gives you an opportunity to meet our educators, explore our nurturing environment, and understand how we can provide an experience that is best suited to your child. After your tour, you’ll receive an enrolment form to secure a spot or join the waitlist.

A: The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) is a federal government subsidy designed to help Australian families with the cost of approved childcare. The amount you receive depends on your family’s income, the type of care, and your recognised activity hours. Learn about CCS.

A: You can use our easy Childcare Subsidy Calculator to get an estimate of your out-of-pocket fees for our centre. Simply input your details, and the calculator will provide an indication of your potential subsidy and fees.

A: There is no difference in the quality of our Salisbury Downs preschool program (also known as kindergarten) compared to a community or stand-alone preschool. Our program meets the Early Years Learning Framework (national curriculum) and is taught by a degree qualified Early Childhood Teacher.

What makes us different?

• Teach A Rainbow education program (only available at Edge centres)
• Year-round program with long daycare hours across five days a week. This means you don’t have to look for extra care during school holidays or outside of the planned kindergarten program each day. It’s childcare and preschool when you need it
• Chef cooked meals daily, unlike a typical stand-alone kindergarten, where you need to pack a lunch box for your child

A: At our childcare in Salisbury Downs, we aim to make life as easy as possible for you, so we supply most of the necessities including sustainable nappies, wipes, sunscreen, bedding, and nutritious meals (breakfast through to a late snack) to ensure your child is well-cared for throughout the day. However, there are a few items that you will need to bring to ensure your child has everything they need:

• Hat and drink bottle (supplied on enrolment)
• Spare clothes (3 sets)
• Any comfort items (dummies)
• Nappy cream (requires pharmacy label)
• Formula (pre-measured in dispenser) & baby bottles (pre-filled with water) / Breastmilk (clearly labelled)

A: We’re conveniently located on Kings Road, which is on the border of Salisbury Downs and Parafield Gardens. Opposite our centre you’ll find ALDI supermarket, and Parafield Gardens Recreation Centre and swimming school. We’re also just 4 minutes from the Parafield Train Station and Salisbury Downs Primary School. We also offer on-site parking for added ease and accessibility.

A: Yes! Your child will enjoy fresh, nutritious meals prepared daily by our on-site chef, using recipes developed in collaboration with accredited dietitians at The Biting Truth. Designed with growing bodies in mind, our seasonal 4-week rotating menus are designed to be age-appropriate and nutritionally balanced, aligning with the Australian Dietary Guidelines to support healthy growth and development. Featuring a variety of whole foods and culturally inspired dishes, meals can be tailored to suit individual tastes, dietary needs, and allergy requirements—ensuring every child receives nourishing meals each day.

A: We know that children thrive when families and educators work together. That’s why our Salisbury daycare has an open-door policy, welcoming you to connect and collaborate with our educators and centre leadership team about your child’s growth, interests, and goals. At Edge, your child’s development is a shared journey, and we invite you to be involved through regular updates including:

• Weekly: Highlights of your child’s learning and classroom activities throughout the week.
• Monthly / Bi-monthly: Snapshot of your child’s goals, progress, and meaningful moments. Plus, a monthly centre newsletter with team updates and upcoming events.
• Twice yearly / Annual: A comprehensive summative assessment of your child’s progress over the prior six months, or a school transition report for preschool children preparing for school. We also involve families when it’s time for your child to transition to the next room, to support a smooth and confident transition.
• Upon Request: Face-to-face conversations about your child’s development.

A: At Edge Early Learning Salisbury Downs, we are deeply committed to creating a safe, caring environment where every child’s wellbeing is always our top priority. Our dedicated team prioritises safeguarding children through comprehensive policy and procedure, daily practices, educational programs, and adherence to national child safety principles.

• In our 3–5 year old rooms, we exceed regulatory requirements with a 1:9 educator-to-child ratio (compared to the regulated 1:11 ratio), meaning your child will receive an enhanced level of individualised care, supervision and support.
• We actively collaborate with respected child safety organisations including Life Ed and Bravehearts to further strengthen personal safety education within our programs.
• All supervisory and senior team members complete ongoing Child Protection and Mandatory Reporting training.
• Our S.A.F.E. framework (Spot, Act, Fix, Explain) empowers educators to speak up and take action whenever something doesn’t feel right, fostering a strong culture of accountability and transparency.
• Our Active Supervision policy ensures all educators consistently Plan, Position, Look, and Listen to ensure safe learning environments at all times.