About Kelvin Kindergarten
A small St Ives centre with deep local roots.
Kelvin Kindergarten Long Day Care & Preschool St Ives is a close early learning community for children from 14 months to 5 years, where every child is known and relationships guide the day.
Our Story
Born on Kelvin Road in St Ives.
Kelvin Kindergarten began in 2006 on Kelvin Road, St Ives. That original location gave our centre its name. Today, at 261 Mona Vale Road, we remain connected to the same local community and the same belief that children thrive when relationships are close, calm and consistent.
Who We Are
Small centre. Deeper connection.
Our size allows educators, children and families to know one another well. Respectful care, play-based curriculum and thoughtful preschool teaching come together in an environment that feels welcoming rather than institutional.
Familiar educators
Children are greeted by adults who understand their routines, personality and communication.
Visible learning
Families can see what children are exploring and how educators extend development.
Thoughtful transitions
Settling, room changes and school readiness are planned around individual confidence.
Our Environment
Spaces with character, nature and possibility.
Our indoor and outdoor environments invite movement, creativity, construction, books, imaginative play and sustained investigation.
At a Glance
Local, reliable and personal.
Visit Kelvin
Experience the centre for yourself.
Meet our educators, explore the St Ives childcare and preschool environment, and talk with us about what matters for your child.