At Arkie Childcare Five Dock, we provide a nurturing and engaging early learning environment where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow each day.
Our centre is thoughtfully designed to create a warm and welcoming space where curiosity, creativity, and confidence can flourish from the earliest years.
Our dedicated educators deliver meaningful learning experiences that support each child’s development. Through carefully planned activities, engaging resources, and supportive learning environments, children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and build essential skills through play.
Our centre operates from 7:00 am – 6:00 pm, providing flexible and reliable care for families looking for trusted childcare in Five Dock.
As a family-owned childcare centre in Five Dock, we understand the trust families place in early learning providers. Our approach combines professional education with genuine care, creating a supportive environment where every child is valued.
Our centre features thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces that encourage exploration, creativity, and physical development. Every space is intentionally designed to support children’s learning, independence, and confidence.
We know family life can be busy. Our daycare in Five Dock operates from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, giving parents the flexibility they need while ensuring consistent, high-quality care throughout the day.
At Arkie, we believe early education should be enriching, transparent, and accessible. Our childcare in Five Dock includes a range of engaging programs as part of the daily fees, supporting well-rounded development.
In-service and Learning Experiences
Regular in-service learning experiences bring exciting educational opportunities directly to our childcare centre, exposing children to diverse concepts, cultures, and skills.
Educational Excursions
Age-appropriate excursions extend learning beyond our centre, helping children explore their community.
Yoga and Mindfulness
Yoga sessions help children develop body awareness, balance, and self-regulation skills.
Comprehensive School Readiness
Our preschool program prepares children for kindergarten through structured literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional learning.
5 Nutritious Meals Daily
Wholesome, freshly prepared meals and snacks are provided throughout the day, eliminating meal prep stress for parents.
Music and Movement
Regular music and movement sessions develop rhythm, coordination and creative expression.
Reading Eggs Literacy Program
Our childcare uses the acclaimed Reading Eggs program, trusted by NSW schools to build strong literacy foundations.
Cooking Experiences
Under guidance, children explore diverse cuisines and cooking techniques, building life skills whilst learning about nutrition, cultural diversity, and healthy eating habits in our kitchen.
Gardening
Children connect with nature through hands-on gardening experiences, learning where food comes from whilst developing responsibility, patience and an understanding of sustainability.
Nursery Program
(0-2 years)
Toddler Program
(2-3 years)
Preschool Program
(3-6 years)
At Arkie childcare Five Dock, our curriculum is built on strong partnerships with families and the understanding that every child develops at their own pace.
We support the holistic development of each child, socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively, through meaningful and engaging learning experiences.
Through play-based learning, children are encouraged to explore, question, create, and collaborate. These experiences build confidence, resilience, and strong communication skills.
We also foster respect for others, cultural awareness, and environmental responsibility, helping children grow into thoughtful and socially aware individuals.
Art and crafts
Dramatic and imaginative play
Music and movementPhysically active play incorporating our bush kinder program
Sensory play
Nature and environmental experiencesLanguage and literacy experiences – Incorporates:
Speaking
Listening
Comprehension
Reading and writing
Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM)
Construction and games incorporating woodworking
To truly experience what makes Arkie special, we invite you to visit our centre and see our learning environment firsthand.
Our childcare in Five Dock, located at 275 Great North Rd, Five Dock NSW 2046, is conveniently positioned for local families and offers easy access for daily drop-off and pick-up.
We proudly support families from Five Dock, Drummoyne, Russell Lea, Abbotsford, Wareemba, Canada Bay, Croydon, and surrounding Inner West suburbs.
With its welcoming environment, experienced educators, and engaging learning programs, Arkie is a trusted choice for families seeking quality childcare and daycare in Five Dock.
Book a tour today and discover how Arkie can support your child’s early learning journey.
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275 Great North Rd, Five Dock 2046 
1300 027 543 
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