The Infants' Home

The Infants' Home We have 3 beautiful childcare centres in Ashfield, with spaces available now! Our aim is to provide each child every opportunity.

Our learning and support programs help young children and their families meet life’s challenges, embrace opportunities, and reach their unique potential – whatever their background or circumstance. Since 1874 we have challenged conventional wisdom to protect children at risk and strengthen families in vulnerable situations so they can break the cycle of hardship, fear or hopelessness.

At The Infants’ Home, we maintain higher educator-to-child ratios than required by regulations. This means more supervis...
29/12/2025

At The Infants’ Home, we maintain higher educator-to-child ratios than required by regulations. This means more supervision, safer environments, and personalised support for your child’s learning and wellbeing. Book a tour today and experience the difference.

Click here to book a tour: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0qBBjw0

✨Wishing everyone in The Infants’ Home community a Merry Christmas and a happy and safe festive season! ✨
24/12/2025

✨Wishing everyone in The Infants’ Home community a Merry Christmas and a happy and safe festive season! ✨

22/12/2025

Take a peek behind the scenes! Every meal is prepared onsite, checked for safety, and tailored to meet dietary and cultural needs. Healthy eating isn’t just a routine. It’s part of your child’s learning journey. Ready to see more? Book a tour today!

https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0qBzhH0

Wishing our wonderful community joy, peace, and happiness this festive season. Thank you for being part of our journey i...
22/12/2025

Wishing our wonderful community joy, peace, and happiness this festive season. Thank you for being part of our journey in 2025—here’s to a bright and beautiful new year ahead! 🌟✨

Some of our services will be closed over the holiday period as follows:  🔹 Gorton House, Johnson House and Murray House ...
21/12/2025

Some of our services will be closed over the holiday period as follows:
🔹 Gorton House, Johnson House and Murray House Early Childhood Education and Care centres will be closed from 6pm Wednesday 24 December 2025, reopening 7am on Friday 2 January 2026.
🔹 The Early Intervention and Wellbeing Hub will be closed from 6pm Wednesday 24 December 2025, reopening 7am on Friday 2 January 2026.
🔹 Our Sydney Hope Family Cottage Postnatal Service will be closed from Monday 22 December 2025, reopening Tuesday 6 January 2026.
🔹 Playgroups are now on a break for the Summer School Holidays, and will recommence next year with the Fathers’, Male Carers’ and Children’s Playgroup on Saturday 31 January 2026.
🔹 Our Family Day Care service will remain operational with some Educators choosing to work during this period.

We wish everyone in our community all the best for a happy and safe holiday period, and we look forward to seeing you again in 2026!

19/12/2025

Zone 03 Sensory Play invites discovery through a variety of sensory experiences.
Multiple nodes with different characteristics create places to learn, seek, and find refuge. Outcomes include a learning node, a sensory discovery trail, prospect and refuge nodes, and seating space.

Join us here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0qtSgJ0

We regularly invite our children into nature walks and outdoor play in our extensive outdoor spaces to support their lea...
19/12/2025

We regularly invite our children into nature walks and outdoor play in our extensive outdoor spaces to support their learning, physical development and wellbeing.

Lately, soccer on the main lawn has been a favourite. When our Johnson House children saw children from Gorton House enjoying a soccer game from their veranda, Educator Janice asked Gorton House Educator Deepa if Johnson House could join in, sparking shared play across the Houses. ⚽🌿

Together, children discussed how they felt: some wanted extra practice to build confidence; others valued participation and enjoyment over scoring goals.

In October, the children proudly wore their favourite soccer team jerseys for the first friendly inter-House match—and they haven’t stopped asking for the next game!

An exciting and fun second match took place this week, deepening children’s physical wellbeing, social connections, cooperation and a strong sense of community. 🧡

Join the conversation: What helps your child feel confident trying new things?

While The Infants’ Home was a residential facility (up until 1972), our staff always made a special effort to celebrate ...
18/12/2025

While The Infants’ Home was a residential facility (up until 1972), our staff always made a special effort to celebrate Christmas with the resident children. In the early 1900s, each year some of our organisation’s meagre budget was set aside to buy gifts for the children. Throughout the 60s and 70s, there was always a visiting Santa to The Infants’ Home, and today Santa has star billing at our annual Carols by Twilight event for our families and community.

📣 Enrolling now for 2026 – baby, toddler and preschool place available! We offer early childhood education, allied healt...
18/12/2025

📣 Enrolling now for 2026 – baby, toddler and preschool place available!

We offer early childhood education, allied health support, and family services—all in one place.

From January 2026 CCS-eligible families can qualify for at least three days of subsidised childcare per week, regardless of their activity level.

📍 Located in Ashfield, Sydney

📞 Call us today on 9799 4844, or visit our website https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0pxHL10

All meals are prepared onsite and served fresh every day. With strict safety checks, allergy management, and inclusive o...
17/12/2025

All meals are prepared onsite and served fresh every day. With strict safety checks, allergy management, and inclusive options, we make healthy eating part of your child’s learning journey. Book a tour today and discover the difference.

Click here to book a tour: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0qrYvW0

🎓 School Readiness Therapeutic Group – Jan 2026 School Holidays  For children starting school in 2026.  Six fun, skills-...
17/12/2025

🎓 School Readiness Therapeutic Group – Jan 2026 School Holidays

For children starting school in 2026.

Six fun, skills-based sessions to build confidence, playground skills, smooth transitions, listening, turn taking and early literacy.

Dates: 13–15 Jan & 20–22 Jan, 9:30am–12:30pm.

Limited spaces—register now: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0qv1QW0

Address

17 Henry Street
Ashfield, NSW
2131

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 6pm

Telephone

+61297994844

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