Welcome to Explore & develop Frenchs Forest

It’s always going to be daunting leaving your child (especially your first!) in the care of others for the first time but from the instant we met the team of educators, our minds were put at ease. Our son had a fabulous transition and was so well supported in every way since that first day. The educators go out of their way to nurture your child’s interests and strengths, the communication is outstanding (I love seeing the daily updates) and the food is incredible. Our son doesn’t even look back when he runs in the door now! The centre is so warm and friendly, we couldn’t speak high enough of the team. more

Sammy Major

This centre is incredible, the staff are wonderful, the playground is peaceful and most importantly the kids are happy … We have now had two children through the centre until today when our youngest started his first day of school, and hats off to E&D, both kids have been well and truly prepared for school and the bigger world. It has been emotional to leave the centre as they feel like an extension of our family and we’d strongly recommend E&D Frenchs Forest to anyone looking for the best for their young children. Explore and Develop Frenchs Forest has been part of our family for 8 years …. we cannot speak more highly of the centre and could not imagine a better place for our children to have called their second home all these years. Our daughters have always enjoyed the centre, the mix of structure and free play has suited them perfectly. They loved their time outdoors, the library visits, the rainy days inside and there was never a day when they didn’t looked forward to going back which is a true testimony to the nurturing and ever evolving learning experience that E&D provides. Our children have made lifelong friends and through them so did we. The creativity of the teaching staff never ceased to amaze us, we always appreciated the sustainable approach and work with nature. The staff are friendly, kind, approachable and always there to answer whatever questions we might have. We will be forever grateful for having found such a wonderful place for our children’s formative years. Having had experience with other daycares, E&D is far superior in our experience. The centre itself is well laid out with great outdoor space, the communication is excellent, and the staff are nurturing, caring & approachable. Our eldest loves her time there and I often get in trouble if I pick her up early! more

Aisling Sullivan

Three of my four children have attended Explore & Develop Frenchs Forest over a period spanning 7 Yyears … I cannot speak highly enough of the staff members in each and every room who are always happy, warm and nurturing educators. In my experience, the Educators have always placed my children’s needs at the forefront of their care provision and are always ready to provide feedback on a daily basis. The ability to access the Kinderloop app from my phone on a daily basis allows me to see what my children are experiencing and reassures me that they are having a wonderful time at Kindy. The meals that are provided seem to go down better with my children than my own home cooked foods and I would highly recommend Explore & Develop Frenchs Forest to anyone considering Long Day Care for their child/children. more

Carol-Anne Willis

My daughter is currently enrolled at Explore & Develop Frenchs Forest and absolutely loves it! The daily curriculum and activities are creative, diverse, fun and developmentally appropriate. The carers do a great job encouraging curiosity and each child’s individual interests. I appreciate the updates I can view each day via the app. It’s great to see pictures of my daughter happy, learning and exploring new things while I’m at work. The environment and classroom space is comfortable and cheerful. As a new parent, I have been most appreciative of how loving, welcoming, understanding, accommodating and supportive the carers and staff have been. Can’t say enough positive things about our experience at this centre! more

Maria, mother of Alice

Explore & Develop Frenchs Forest offers an exceptionally professional, high quality and caring service. It’s undoubtedly one of the best early learning centres on the Northern Beaches. My two kids have been going to E&D for a couple of years and we have always felt each educator really takes the time to foster each child’s development and offer them individual care. The care and service is always delivered to the highest possible standard and their communication is outstanding. I can’t thank all the team at E&D for their exceptional care and support for our family, particularly over the past few months during the Covid lockdown. If you’re looking for the best quality care and education for your kids, look no further than Explore and Develop Frenchs Forest. more

Vicky Gregory