PROJECT UPDATE: 24th September 2026
Site Testing Phase Underway
Progress is continuing on the new NACYS Integrated Early Years Hub in Davoren Park, with site investigations and testing now underway.
As part of the project's early works and pre-construction planning, routine investigations are being conducted to assess existing site and environmental conditions, including general contamination testing where required. Community members may notice contractors undertaking sampling and testing activities on site over the coming weeks. These are standard early-stage investigations that help inform the project's design and ensure appropriate measures are in place for the safe and compliant delivery of the development.
This important testing phase lays the groundwork for a purpose-built space that will bring early childhood learning, allied health, and family support services together in one location. Further updates on project milestones and timeline expectations will be shared as testing progresses and results are finalised.
ORIGINAL ANNOUNCEMENT: 24th September 2026
Northern Area Community and Youth Services (NACYS) Announces New $16.3M Integrated Hub
NACYS will be established as an integrated hub following a major infrastructure project funded by the Commonwealth Building Early Education Fund (BEEF) and the South Australian Government. This means our centre will evolve to bring more programs and services together so our local community can access the support they need in one place.
A $16.3m partnership between the South Australian and Australian governments and the Minderoo Foundation will deliver a new integrated hub in Davoren Park, expanding access to early childhood education and care, allied health and other tailored supports.
The new facility will be constructed, owned and operated by NACYS. It will be located on vacant government land adjacent to NACYS’ existing facility and the Swallowcliffe P-6 School. As an integrated hub NACYs will offer:
- Preschool Plus - providing a quality preschool program of up to 30 hours per week for 3- and 4-year-olds to improve their learning and development outcome
- family and child health and development services (like CaFHS or allied health services)
- family support (like parenting programs, playgroups, food relief, financial counselling or employment support).
This is a big and exciting change, and we look forward to working with our local community to bring this to life.
For more information on integrated hubs and preschool for 3-year-olds, visit the Office for Early Childhood Development website.
