CASUAL CHILDCARE IN GREYSTANES
Take a Break
Stress-free casual bookings at Greystanes Preschool
Life doesn't always run to a set weekly schedule. An extra shift comes up, an appointment lands on a weekday, or you need a few hours to catch your breath. Book a casual day and your child gets a full day of play, learning and school readiness with our experienced educators.
New families are welcome, and you don't need to be enrolled with us to book. Casual days are CCS approved, subject to availability, and need 24 hours' notice.
What is casual childcare?
Casual childcare (sometimes called occasional care) lets you book individual days at Greystanes Preschool when you need them, rather than committing to the same days every week. Your child joins our preschool room, follows the same play-based learning program as our permanent families, and is cared for by the same experienced educators.
Casual bookings are available for children aged 3 to 5 at our preschool on Merrylands Road, right next door to Greystanes Library. Casual days run on our normal hours, Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm, and they attract the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) for eligible families.
When a casual day helps
Appointments
Get through medical visits, study sessions or errands without juggling little ones.
Extra work days
Cover a picked-up shift, a busy week or a change to your roster.
First time in care
See how your child enjoys a preschool day with us before you decide on regular days.
A well-earned break
Take a day to rest and recharge, knowing your child is happy and learning.
New to Greystanes Preschool? Start with a casual day
You don't need to be enrolled with us to book a casual day. It's a simple way to meet our educators, see our preschool room and outdoor playground, and find out if Greystanes Preschool is the right fit for your family.
No enrolment, bond or upfront fee needed to book
Casual days attract the Child Care Subsidy for eligible families
Your child gets the same meals, program and educators as our permanent families
If your child loves it, we'll help you move to regular days and our School Readiness Program
How to book a casual day
Booking takes three simple steps. Please give us at least 24 hours' notice.
1. Get in touch
Call us on (02) 8318 5982 or send an enquiry at least 24 hours before the day you need. Tell us your child's name, age and preferred date.
3. Drop off and enjoy
Once your booking is confirmed, bring your child in on the day. We provide all meals, so you only need to pack a hat, a water bottle and a spare change of clothes.
2. We check availability
Our team checks for a space in our preschool room. If you're new to Greystanes Preschool, we'll also collect a few details about your child, like health needs and emergency contacts.
What's included on a casual day
A casual day at Greystanes Preschool is a full preschool day. Your child gets everything our permanent families receive.
Gourmet meals
Meals from our award-winning catering partner on a 4-week rotating menu, with allergies and dietary needs catered for.
Library storytime
Our preschoolers regularly visit Greystanes Library next door for storytime and early literacy.
Play-based learning
Our program follows the Early Years Learning Framework, with a strong focus on school readiness.
Experienced educators
A knowledgeable team who know how to help a new child settle in.
Small, focused group
We care for just 29 children, so every child gets individual attention.
Big outdoor playground
A large outdoor play space with sun-safety routines every day.
Good to know before you book
Ages 3 to 5
Casual bookings are open to preschool-aged children from 3 to 5 years.
24 hours' notice
Please contact us at least 24 hours before your requested day.
Subject to availability
We're a small preschool for 29 children, so casual places depend on how many children are booked in that day.
Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm
Casual days run on our normal opening hours.
CCS approved
Casual days attract the Child Care Subsidy for eligible families. Use our CCS Calculator to estimate your out-of-pocket cost.
No enrolment needed
New families can book a casual day without enrolling first. We'll take a few details about your child before the day.
Find us in Greystanes
We welcome casual families from Greystanes, Merrylands, Pemulwuy, Smithfield, Parramatta and Fairfield.
Casual childcare FAQs
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No. New families are welcome to book a casual day without enrolling first. We'll collect a few details about your child before the day, such as health needs and emergency contacts.
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We ask for at least 24 hours' notice. This gives our team time to check numbers in our preschool room and make sure the right educators are rostered on.
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Casual bookings are subject to availability. We're a small preschool with places for 29 children each day, so we can only confirm a casual day when a spot is free. Booking further ahead gives you the best chance.
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Yes. Casual days attract the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) for eligible families, so you only pay the gap between the daily fee and your subsidy. Try our CCS Calculator for an estimate.
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We're at 730 Merrylands Rd, Greystanes, right next door to Greystanes Library and a short walk from Greystanes Primary School. We welcome casual families from Greystanes, Merrylands, Pemulwuy, Smithfield, Parramatta and Fairfield.
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We offer casual bookings for preschool-aged children from 3 to 5 years, including children getting ready to start school.
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Pack a hat, a water bottle, a spare change of clothes and anything that helps your child feel comfortable, like a favourite soft toy. We provide all meals from our award-winning catering partner.
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Yes. Many families start with casual days and move to regular bookings once their child is settled. Regular places include our School Readiness Program, and eligible enrolled children may also receive NSW Start Strong fee relief. Ask our team about permanent places, or visit our Enrol page to get started.
Ready to take a break?
Call us on (02) 8318 5982 or send an enquiry to book a casual day at Greystanes Preschool, or start your enrolment online.
CCS approved