Thousands of families, individuals and seniors are in for a treat as children who attend our nine early learning centres have delivered gifts and hand-crafted Christmas cards to those who need it most.

The children were proud and excited when they saw more and more gifts and food items under their Christmas trees each day. The initiative has also taught the Children about caring for others in the community and the gift of giving.

Brookvale Children’s Centre, Harbour View Children’s Centre, North Harbour Pre-school and Manly Community Pre-school contributed to 1,000 boxes of food and gifts for Basket Brigades who delivered them to vulnerable families and individuals.

Roundhouse Children’s Centre donated canned and non-perishable foods to Street Mission while the Roundhouse Children’s Centre Pre-school created Christmas cards and delivered them to residents at Uniting Care Wesley Heights in Manly.

Narrabeen Children’s Centre donated gifts to children in foster care through Hope in a Suitcase Australia and Belrose Children’s Centre gave gifts to children and families in hospital through Smiles2u.

Dee Why Children’s Centre took a different approach and started a community pantry where local families can take what they need anytime over the next year.

Well done to the children and staff at our early learning services for being involved.

Spots are still available at many of our long day care centres for children 2-5 years next year. Find out more online or contact our Children’s Services team on 9942 2428.