Testimonials

Enrolling Parents

"The staff were all warm, friendly, and welcoming. It made us immediately feel comfortable in the Centre, and we just knew it was the right place to enrol our son." – Kuula Parent

"Warmly welcomed, great first impressions—staff appear to enjoy their work, and it shows with happy-looking children! I never felt 'rushed through' and was given the opportunity to ask as many questions as needed and to see the rooms as much as I felt necessary. Thanks!" – Kuula Parent

"Well set out, inviting, lots of activities, nice garden, and outdoor areas." – Pirlta Parent

"Warm, friendly staff, and the Centre has come highly recommended by friends. I didn't consider going anywhere else. I was happy to wait for the best." – OSHC Parent

"Absolutely beautiful Centre! Everyone was so welcoming, warm, and friendly, and the staff/directors' interactions with the children were so genuine and caring." – LDC Parent

Current Families

"To all the Administration and wider SDCCC staff team, thank you for the friendly and supportive approach you have in caring for our little people. We truly value and appreciate you all." – LDC Parent

"To all the amazing educators and staff at SDCCC, thank you for your unwavering dedication and care in supporting the children and families in our community. You play such an important role in making the Centre a special place." – LDC Parent

"To the amazing staff at SDCCC, thank you so much for your care, kindness, and support over the last four years. SDCCC is such a nurturing and caring place. We are forever grateful to all the incredible staff who have had such a positive impact on our children's time there." – LDC Parent

"We are very happy with our child's progress this year. He has really developed his social skills as a direct result of the experience and curriculum provided in Pirlta. He is now far more willing to try new activities, and it has been wonderful to watch his confidence grow. Our child has loved attending Lego Club at the library—he often shares stories about what he has created and who he sat with, sometimes even trying to recreate what he made at home." – Pirlta Parent

"Just wanted to say well done for bringing in some extra activities for the kids this term. My two have really enjoyed seeing the farm animals and the African drummers! I love that they are getting to experience different things while I am at work. It really enriches their learning! Great job!" – Kardi Parent

"Very comfortable, relaxed, and friendly environment." – LDC Parent

"Very welcoming and friendly environment. All the children appeared happy and relaxed, and I liked hearing that a lot of staff have been there for a long time, so there isn't a big staff turnover." – Pirlta Parent

"Clean, friendly staff, well-organised, great facilities and resources." – LDC Parent

"We feel very comfortable having all three of our sons in the care of Seaford District Community Children's Centre. Thank you to the whole team for always accommodating our family's needs. We are very grateful and appreciate the time and effort." – LDC Parent

*"Just wanted to congratulate you and your wonderful staff on another great year. The Christmas party was amazing and really showed how community-minded the Centre is. I particularly thought the Indigenous element was fantastic and so important. I thought you greeting people at the door was very welcoming, and the staff mingling was great. We had a lovely time.

The staff have all been exceptional this year, and like a school, you offer more than just a child care service—for this, I am grateful. Mornings in the Kuula room are so well-routined over breakfast, and my children appreciate that consistency when I drop them off early. Staff members fill me with confidence—they seem to know my child really well, and I enjoy hearing stories when I pick them up.

I have appreciated all advice on toilet training over the year. The staff have been very patient with my children's dietary changes while we followed up on testing. It was lovely for the Team Leader to take the time to ask me about suitable biscuits so they wouldn't miss out.

My child in the Kuula room has thrived, and I'm so thankful to all the staff who work with her. I know she has made connections with educators in the mornings and settles quickly with them. I appreciate that—they are amazing with her.

All of the staff are brilliant... well done to everyone! I look forward to chatting with staff about how the new transition process has played out and any changes made."* – Kuula/Kardi Parent

Past Families

"There are no words to express how grateful we are for the way our daughter has been cared for by you all. She wouldn't be the confident, beautiful little person she is today without you. Thank you so much!" – LDC Parent

*"Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to the wonderful staff at Seaford District Community Children's Centre. You have provided a loving, caring, and safe environment for our child and greeted us with a smile each and every week. Our son has learned so much over the past couple of years, grown in confidence and independence, and is completely ready for Kindy.

So, thank you all for being a special part of our lives and helping our little boy learn and grow—we will miss you all."* – LDC Parent

Past Staff and Students

"Thank you so much for having me for placement in the Tarnda Room. This experience has been incredible, and I have learned so much from the Educational Leader, educators, and of course, the beautiful children! Your Centre has such a warm and welcoming feeling that is evident from the moment you walk in the door. I am very grateful for the opportunity you have given me." – Student

*"I started working at Seaford District Children's Centre at sixteen, and from the beginning, you've all made me feel so welcomed and appreciated. I will miss everything about working here—from getting 'told off' for not wearing my hat to learning I was a 'facilitator of play, not an object of play' when I climbed those trees.

I have learned so much from each and every one of you—not just about child care, but about life in general. I will miss seeing you all, as you've become another family to me. Growing up, all I ever heard was people complaining about work, but working with you and doing this job has made me look forward to it."* – LDC & OSHC/VAC Staff