Childcare and Kindy

Looking for childcare? We'd love to welcome your family to the NACYS community.

Northern Area Community and Youth Services (NACYS) has childcare places available now for children from birth to 5 years. For over 40 years, NACYS has been a trusted part of the Davoren Park community and a not-for-profit service that puts local children and families first. Our program is designed to meet the needs of working families in the northern Adelaide region, providing flexible session times and a strong emphasis on inclusive practice.

Our Philosophy

At NACYS, we believe that children learn best when they feel safe, secure, connected, and valued. We are a community-focused, attachment-informed, and play-based early childhood service where relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Our qualified educators provide a nurturing environment and deliver a play-based curriculum that supports each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Our Difference

We provide more than just childcare; we offer comprehensive support for your whole family. Families choose NACYS for our:

• Community focus Not-for-Profit: We are a community-based, not-for-profit service driven by experienced local staff who know, understand, and care about our area.
• Holistic support: We offer on-site allied health services for early intervention and developmental support, alongside parenting, family, and community support services.
• Inspiring spaces: Children explore, play, and learn in our large outdoor spaces shaded by beautiful trees.
• Nutritious meals: Fresh meals are prepared daily by our on-site cook.
• Accessible care: We offer fair and affordable childcare pricing.

Our Programs

• Babies and Toddlers (0–3 years): Our baby and toddler program offers a calm, nurturing environment where children can build secure relationships and a strong sense of safety and belonging.
• Flying Start Preschool / Kindy (3–5 years): Flying Start is a play-based preschool program that supports children to grow as confident, capable, and connected learners. The program is delivered by qualified early childhood professionals and supported by a consistent team of educators.

What Our Families Say

We are proud of the feedback we receive from our community. Here are some recent reviews we have received online, publicly viewable on google.

• "Highly highly recommend, they have been so amazing with our daughters and we r going to miss them so much when they age out for school soon. Food is amazing , kids love going and can have as little or as much communication as U want with the amazing friendly staff."
• "They are excellent, very cooperative and friendly! My daughter feels great and loves to go her childcare. Thank you"

Join the NACYS Community

Places are available now. Call or text our Center Director, Brooke, to book a tour and see how NACYS can support your family.

A copy of our current fee schedule can be viewed and downloaded via the link below.