Welcome
We partner closely with families from the very first visit and welcome children from birth to six years into a nurturing environment. Our calm, flexible orientation lets your child settle at their own pace while you meet the team. We value clear communication, respectful relationships and collaborative support for your child’s learning. Children thrive through curiosity, meaningful experiences and strong connections. You can expect regular updates and open conversations.
Elevating childcare with expert care and enriching environments.
We make simple adjustments to routines and spaces so participation is comfortable, meaningful and fun.
Why families choose Next Generation Learning
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Safety first with active supervision and thoughtful room design
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Play based learning aligned to the Early Years Learning Framework
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Emotional wellbeing supported through calm spaces and visual tools
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Trusted communication with regular updates and open conversations
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Skilled, caring educators focused on each child’s strengths
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Inclusive by design
We make simple adjustments to routines and spaces so participation is comfortable, meaningful and fun.
Elevating childcare with expert care and enriching environments.
Centres and locations
Proudly supporting families across the Macarthur and Wollondilly region.
NextGen Harrington Park
92 Pearson Crescent, Harrington Park NSW 2567
NextGen Picton
4-8 Eliza Place, Picton NSW 2571
NextGen Spring Farm
109 Easton Avenue, Spring Farm NSW 2570
You will see visual supports, calming corners, movement breaks and simple social stories that help children recognise feelings and self regulate.
Our learning in a snapshot
Our programs are guided by children’s interests and aligned with the EYLF. We extend learning, grow social and emotional skills and build confident learners ready for school.
Belonging
0-2 years
Transition times are planned with families and focus educators using familiar routines.
Becoming
2-3 years
Learning experiences linked to the EYLF build language, curiosity and confidence.
Thriving
3-4 years
Emotional literacy and regulation strategies help children feel safe and ready to learn.
School readiness
4-5 years
Social skills, independence and resilience grow through interest based programs.
Learning journey timeline
Insight into our programs
Our age groups can be adaptable to meet the community's needs; however, we usually categorise them as follows:
Nursery 0 to 2 years
What children do here
Unhurried care routines, safe sleep, sensory exploration, early communication and secure relationships with focus educators.
Toddlers 2 to 3 years
What children do here
Language bursts, pretend play, big feelings coaching, early self help such as feeding, toileting steps and hand washing, movement play for balance and coordination.
Preschool 3 to 5 years
What children do here
Rich play projects, social skills, early literacy and numeracy, problem solving, independence with belongings and turn taking.
Belonging
0-2 years
Transition times are planned with families and focus educators using familiar routines.
Becoming
2-3 years
Learning experiences linked to the EYLF build language, curiosity and confidence.
Thriving
3-4 years
Emotional literacy and regulation strategies help children feel safe and ready to learn.
School readiness
4-5 years
Social skills, independence and resilience grow through interest based programs.
Learning journey timeline
Safety and wellbeing,
always
We plan for safety before a child starts and review it every day. Your child’s safety guides every decision.
Allergy aware menus and supervised mealtimes
Individual health and risk minimisation plans
Safe sleep and rest with regular checks
Ongoing headcounts and secure arrivals and departures
Calm routines that support emotional regulation
Partnering with families
Enrolment is simple. You’ll receive a Family Handbook and a clear checklist of what to bring. We welcome questions at any time and work alongside you to set goals, provide supports and make adjustments so your child can participate fully. At Harrington Park, Spring Farm and Picton our values of integrity, curiosity, collaboration, passion every day. Families can expect clear communication, warm relationships and engaging play-based learning in safe, welcoming spaces.
Next Generation Learning provides long day care and preschool programs for babies, toddlers and preschoolers in Harrington Park, Spring Farm and Picton. Families in Macarthur, Camden and Wollondilly choose us for expert care, active supervision and enriching environments
