About The Ridge
Welcome to The Ridge Preschool & Childcare Centre, a family-owned facility dedicated to providing high-quality personalised care in a safe environment for the wellbeing of your children.
At The Ridge, our primary focus is on equipping your children with the necessary tools to develop their strengths and grow into confident and happy young individuals.
Located in Barden Ridge, our long day care and early education centre offers childcare services perfect for families residing or commuting through Barden Ridge and nearby suburbs such as Bangor, Menai, Illawong, and the broader Sutherland Shire.
Join us at The Ridge Preschool & Childcare Centre for exceptional childcare services in Barden Ridge and surrounding areas.
A Setting Unlike Any Other
Tucked into a tranquil residential street backing onto native bushland, The Ridge gives children the rare gift of real outdoor space. Our grounds include a wet creek bed with hand-pumps, a dedicated bike track, large sandpit, bush tucker veggie garden, and custom play equipment — all within a fully fenced and secure environment.
We believe children learn best when they can move their bodies, take manageable risks, and connect with the natural world around them. Our outdoor spaces are designed for exactly that.
Experienced, Caring Educators
Our team of qualified early childhood educators and dedicated support staff bring genuine warmth and professional expertise to every interaction. We take time to understand each child as an individual — their interests, their temperament, their family context — so that our care feels like a true extension of home.
Continuity of care matters to us. We keep our room ratios supportive and our staff turnover low, because lasting relationships with trusted adults are foundational to healthy child development.
Home-Cooked Meals, Every Day
Lunch and snacks shouldn't be an afterthought. Our in-house chef prepares fresh, nutritious meals on-site every day, following seasonal menus approved by the NSW Munch & Move program. All dietary requirements are catered for.
Community at the Heart of It
The Ridge is not a franchise. We are part of this community — attending local school events, engaging with families beyond the gate, and growing alongside the children and families who trust us. We invite you to come and see it for yourself.
📍 46 David Road, Barden Ridge 2234 | 02 9543 8904 | Open 7:00am – 6:00pm
