Our School has served the community of East Maitland for over 150 years. We enjoy a proud tradition of providing quality teaching and learning programs for all students through a diverse and challenging curriculum. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Learning drives all that happens at East Maitland Public School. We offer an inclusive education for all with three classes in our Support Unit catering for students with a range of special learning needs. We work closely with parents and the wider community to create an environment that is safe, challenging and stimulating and where students can achieve to the best of their ability.

Are you looking for a reliable and caring daycare solution for your child in Maitland? Kinda Kapers provides education and child care services for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years old. As a family run, family oriented business, and we are passionate about children and families. Operating in the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie region for more than 20 years, we are committed to the local area and excited to expand the company to the Hunter region. Kinda Kapers believes that development and learning in young children takes place within solid mutually respectful relationships. As children participate in every element of their learning program they develop interests and construct their own identities and understandings of the world. Our dedicated, friendly Maitland staff are committed to helping young children develop into healthy and happy individuals. All our staff are qualified and dedicated to the children in their care. Pop in or give us a call to discuss you childcare needs.

Our beautiful and wonderfully historic centre incorporates a lovely old church built in the 1800’s, yet with a full complement of modern facilities, offering children a safe environment in which they have maximum potential to grow, learn and experience the world in a secure, stimulating, healthy and enjoyable setting. We have state or the art, refreshingly ‘natural’ age appropriate playgrounds which allows our children to experience the natural world around them and feel the grass between their toes, exploring the sensory wonders of a natural environment. Moving away from the plastic and synthetics society we have become – our playgrounds have been designed to be a wonderland of discovery through a child’s eyes. Learning for Life is a family owned and operated Private Long Day Care Education facility with a separate Preschool facility catering to the needs of children aged from birth to 12 years. Outside school hours and vacation programs are available for school aged children. We are open from 6.30am to 6.30pm, 52 weeks a year excluding gazetted public holidays. Full Meals are provided from breakfast through to late snack. All meals are prepared with the best of local produce, are fresh and are fully prepared in our onsite kitchen by our centre Chef. Menus are designed in consultation with a Child Nutritionist. Allergies and special considerations or requests can be easily catered for. Also provided are nappies, linen, sunscreen, hats and a T-shirt upon enrolment. So all you need to bring each day is yourself, your child, a spare change of clothes and a big smile.

East Maitland Preschool operates two not-for-profit preschools servicing the East Maitland area. Please see our website for further information, contacts and our waiting list form. East Maitland Preschool (Brunswick Street) 96 Brunswick Street, East Maitland. East Maitland Preschool (George Street) 137 George Street, East Maitland We provide a play-based learning program based upon the Early Years Learning Framework, which is delivered by Qualified Early Childhood Teachers and Qualified Educators. Our emphasis is on creating a sense of belonging and encouraging children to extend on their interests, knowledge and abilities through play, reflections, listening, questioning and collaboration. We promote a positive transition to school and a lifelong love of learning. Our George St Preschool has operated from it's current location since 1956 and caters for 30 children a day. Our homelike environment welcomes children and is adaptable to their needs. Our indoor spaces are full of opportunities to explore books, art, construction, role play plus lots more. Outdoors we have beautiful natural spaces for exploring and creating, and gardens for nurturing and growing. Our Brunswick St Preschool has operated since 1975 and caters for a total of 40 children a day We have a wonderful large outdoor area with open spaces for running, a climbing fort, large covered sandpit and native gardens to explore. Inside is beautifully organised to provide opportunities for art, literacy, constructing, negotiating and creating. We encourage all families to complete a waiting list form before their child's 3rd birthday to avoid disappointment. We cater for children in East Maitland, Ashtonfield, Tenambit, Metford, Maitland, Thornton, Chisholm, Morpeth, Raworth and surrounding areas.

Lochinvar Public School projects a family centred learning environment. It is a community school serving a small local population and a larger population in surrounding rural communities. It is the only public school in a town situated between expanding residential areas on the New England Highway. The school's culture is driven by the mission and vision statements developed by parents and staff and reviewed regularly. The school aims to provide a happy, secure environment where children can develop academically, physically, socially and emotionally.

Give your children the best start in life with the help of the qualified early childhood teachers at TLC Early Learning Centre. As on of the best pre-schools in Port Stephens, all of our teachers and staff are highly qualified and trained for giving your kids the best learning experience possible. Our baby childcare programmes cater to all your kid's needs, from 0-5 years learning and care to early years learning frame works and school readiness, our learning centre does it all. We also offer family support and we can cater to any special needs your children may have. For ease of mind, all meals are supplied and we run the Munch n' Move program everyday as part of our physical education program. We have iPads and computers in rooms and all of our staff upgrade and keep up-to-date with their qualifications, so your children are getting the best education possible. As the winner of the 2013 Port Stephens Examiner Business Awards and the finalist in 2012, it's no wonder locals rely on us to educate and look after their children. You will feel at ease leaving your children in our safe hands. Our staff have trained for every situation including completing, asthma, anaphylaxis and first aid training courses. Want to find out more? Then contact TLC Early Learning Centre in Port Stephens and talk to our qualified staff today.

Discover and Learn Academy is family-owned, purpose built early learning centre that focuses on nurturing your children through their early years. Our child care centre is built on a wealth of knowledge, many years of experience and passion, lead by our dedicated educators and management, catering for children 0-6 years. We also offer before and after-school care as well as vacation care for primary school children up to 12 years of age.

When your child attends Bees Nees Early Learning centre you will feel content in the knowledge that they are being cared for in a safe, friendly, nurturing environment. Our toddler and preschool programs provide an excellent learning foundation as your child grows and develops.

School caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 2.

Since 1963 Cessnock Multipurpose Children's Centre Ltd has garnered a reputation for providing exceptional care and convenience. We are committed to helping young minds develop within a fun, safe and inclusive environment. The pre-school, long day care, occasional and out of school care services we provide cater for children aged 0-12. Our staff members are also happy to provide vacation care. Cessnock Multipurpose Children's Centre is a non-profit community based organisation. Our experienced Maitland child care professionals run innovative programs designed to nurture the interests and social interaction skills of the kids in our care. We believe in an individualised approach to learning and our highly qualified staff can work closely with families to ensure that the needs of their child are met. Going to school for the first time can be a daunting experience for any child. The Maitland day care staff at Cessnock Multipurpose Children's Centre specialise in running transition-to-school programs that will help your kids thrive in their new learning environment. Our programs are designed to improve the social, physical and intellectual abilities of the children in our care. We spare no effort to ensure that an inclusive atmosphere is maintained at all times and we always ensure all kids at our centre are sun safe. Benefit from more than 50 years of child care experience at Cessnock Multipurpose Children's Centre Ltd. Our staff are highly experienced and qualified in child care, so you can rest assured your children are in safe hands.

Millfield Public School is a small school situated in a picturesque rural setting, 12 kilometres west of Cessnock. The school provides quality educational programs within a positive, yet challenging framework. There is a strong emphasis on the development of students' literacy and numeracy skills. Student welfare is central to all school programs. Parents and community work in close partnership with the school to resource and maintain an ideal environment for learning. Millfield Public School aims to encourage students to accept challenges, value achievements and work together for a better future.