Little Oxford Montessori is a much-loved centre and so we are not able to guarantee immediate vacancies to new enquiries, but we will always endeavour to accommodate your family!
For those who are planning ahead, we are told that we are worth the wait!

Join our Waiting List.

We ordinarily have a $75 non-refundable Waiting List Fee but we are delighted to be temporarily waiving this fee. No fee is payable for all applications to our Waiting List made before 31/12/24.

Siblings of children currently or previously enrolled with SA Montessori are able to register to the Waiting List for free.

Unfortunately we are never able to guarantee families an eventual position but we run our Waiting List ethically and conscientiously.  

Our fees are as follows:

$147 per day for children aged under 3.

$133 per day for children aged over 3. 

Our fees are structured according to age group to reflect the differing costs associated with these ages, including (but not limited to) the increased number of educators required to satisfy the legal educator-to-child ratios for younger children

Payable via ‘Debitsuccess’.

Fees are eligible for Child Care Subsidy (CCS).

A bond (equivalent to 2 weeks fee) and a $145 Registration Fee are payable upon enrolment.

To learn more download our Fee Schedule

Little Oxford Montessori is a brand new centre and has only recently been assessed in relation to the National Quality Standard, which showed that we are succesfully Meeting the Standards. 

We look forward to the opportunity to showcase our exceptional environment and attentive, nurturing approach.

We are confident that Little Oxford Montessori will join our other SA Montessori centres in being seen as Exceeding the National Quality Standard.

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We feel visiting in person is the best way for you to get to know us. Simply complete the contact form on this page – or email oxford@samontessori.com.au – to make an appointment for a tour.

Little Oxford Montessori is located at 18 Trimmer Terrace, Unley. It is in close proximity to two major traffic routes leading into the city (Unley Road and Fullarton Road) and is approximately 10 minutes to Victoria Square in the CBD

Parking is ample and unrestricted on our surrounding streets, including Trimmer Tce and Oxford Tce.

We are proud to employ highly qualified and skilled educators, but the most important quality for a Little Oxford team member is a big heart! Each team member in our centre possesses a genuine desire to provide exceptional early learning and care experiences to young children. Scroll down to learn more about the amazing individuals who form our leadership team.

Nutritional snack food is provided mid morning and mid afternoon. Lunch food is not provided by the centre as it is our experience that children most often prefer food prepared from home which caters to the individual and cultural preference of their family. Food to be consumed for lunch is therefore provided by each child’s parents. (Baby food will be discussed separately with parents). A personalised lunchbox is given to each child enrolling at the centre. Children’s lunchboxes are stored each day in the kitchen fridges until required.

Yes, to fulfil our obligations to provide a safe and healthy environment for employees, children, families and visitors we do require evidence of adherence to the nationally recommended vaccination schedule as a prerequisite for enrolment and as a condition of continuing attendance. Please download our Immunisation Policy for more information.

We have designed a safe and practical uniform shirt for our Little Oxford children to wear. This will offer them a sense of belonging as well as the freedom of movement they require during the day and the ability to implement independent dressing skills. The rest of your child’s outfit is up to you, allowing each individual to express their personality and style! The uniform is an easy wash and wear outfit and we hope the children will feel a sense of pride wearing something that identifies them as belonging to our community of families.

Many of our children require a sleep during the day. In general we encourage the children to acknowledge their own need for a rest or a sleep and we allow children to do so whenever they are ready.

The babies sleeping area provides safe floor beds for the children to sleep on and the

Toddler and Pre-school rooms use individual stretcher beds. With the exception of the babies, each child who may require a sleep is required to have a set of linen that is purchased at enrolment and stored for use at the centre.

If you secure a placement at Little Oxford Montessori you will receive a detailed New Enrolment Pack, including a Parent Handbook, which contains comprehensive information to help you prepare for your Montessori journey. We advise you to read these materials thoroughly. You will also have the chance to speak with our Administrative Coordinator to ask any questions you have and to arrange an Orientation visit. On this day/s your child can spend a little time in his/her nominated classroom, be guided through the expected routines and meet the teachers.

Entrusting your child into somebody else’s care is a big step. It can feel particularly momentous if this is the first time that your child will be separating from you. We don’t underestimate the emotion involved – for your child and for you as a parent – and we are here to support you both. 
We understand each journey is unique so we will work with you to create the perfect plan to make this transition as secure, comfortable and happy as possible. If you are not ready for your child to attend full days immediately you are welcome to arrange an early collection time so that your child can gradually transition into the routines of our Preschool day.