Who we are
About Redfern Cottage Child Care
Redfern Cottage is a NSW Department of Education registered Early Learning Centre and Preschool, proudly located at the historic Redfern Cottage (Campbellfield) site at 20 Lind Street, Minto. Nestled on a hill overlooking Sarah Redfern Public School, Minto Marketplace, and the Ron Moore Community Centre, our centre offers a unique blend of heritage charm and modern, purpose-built facilities.
Our spacious centre features four well-designed learning rooms, led by a team of highly experienced and passionate educators. We are proud to have a dedicated and talented on-site chef who prepares nutritious meals daily, as well as a motivating and supportive Centre Director who is deeply committed to fostering strong relationships with families.
Situated on the original 1812 homestead of Dr William Redfern, our beautifully renovated space provides a warm, homely feel that helps children feel safe, calm, and welcomed. The large outdoor play area caters to all age groups and includes a generous sandpit, cubby house, climbing equipment, and hilled grassy spaces for active exploration and imaginative play.
Our team is dedicated to creating meaningful learning experiences that align with each child’s individual interests, developmental milestones, and goals. From regular community visits, dentist check-ups, and cultural celebrations, to everyday learning through play—Redfern Cottage offers a rich, engaging, and supportive environment where children can truly thrive.
Our Minto Early Learning centre core values
At Redfern Cottage, our core values centre on enhancing educational outcomes for young children in Minto and the surrounding suburbs, including Leumeah, Ingleburn, Bow Bowing, Raby, Woodbine, Claymore, Eagle Vale, Eschol Park, and Kearns. We believe learning begins the moment a child enters the world and continues through every stage of life—even into adulthood.
We place a strong emphasis on supporting families and maintaining open, respectful communication. Our team is always available to discuss any concerns or questions you may have—because building trust and working in partnership with parents is fundamental to what we do.
Our highest priority is the well-being, development, and success of the children in our care. We are committed to exceeding quality standards in early childhood education and providing a nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn.
Our Minto childcare history
Dr William Redfern, one of Australia’s most distinguished Australian medical practitioners, arrived to this country over two centuries ago. He came as a convict yet rose from the depths to an honoured place in our history. He was a pioneer of Australian medicine, agriculture and husbandry, and a citizen who contributed greatly to the welfare of the early colony. He was the first medical practitioner to receive an Australian qualification, and our first teacher of medical students.
Redfern Cottage was built on a grant made to Dr Redfern in 1811 for his home. Our early learning centre seeks to honour the legacy of Dr Redfern – of the potential to rise to greatness, regardless of where one started, through perseverance and principles.
The proud and rugged figure of Dr Redfern stands out in added importance as the years pass. He was rich in the attributes that men admire. He was stalwart in adversity, a helper of the weak, a spokesman for the oppressed, a great citizen, and a good doctor.
–The Life and Works of William Redfern, By Edward Ford 1953.