Infant & Toddler Nursery Care in Perth Metropolitan
A guide to choosing infant and toddler nursery care in Perth Metro, covering 30 providers, staff ratios, safety checks and how our ranking works.
Infant and toddler nursery care covers structured daily care for children from birth to around three years old, usually delivered in a licensed centre rather than a private home. This age group needs more than supervision: feeding schedules, nap routines, nappy changes, tummy time, early language exposure and close physical care all have to be managed by staff who are trained in early childhood development. We've listed 30 providers across Perth Metro offering this type of care, ranging from small suburban nurseries to larger centres attached to bigger childcare groups.
What to look for before you sign up
Staff-to-child ratios matter more here than in any other age bracket, since infants and young toddlers need almost constant hands-on attention. Ask about qualified educator numbers, not just total staff on the floor. Check the physical setup too: separate sleep rooms, hygienic nappy-change stations, and outdoor space suited to non-walkers as well as toddlers starting to run around. Look into how the centre handles illness policies, food and allergy management, and how they communicate with parents day to day (apps, diaries, pickup conversations). Licensing and working-with-children checks should be current and easy to confirm on request.
How we score providers
Our rankings weigh safety compliance, staff qualifications, ratios, facility condition, and parent feedback on communication and consistency of care. For the full rundown of providers we rate highest in this category, see our best child care agencies guide. Details on how we calculate scores and what data we pull from are on our methodology page.
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All infant & toddler nursery care, ranked by score and relevance
We found 30 businesses offering infant & toddler nursery care; 29 met the criteria for the scored directory. The order weighs each business's overall score by how much of its reviewed work is infant & toddler nursery care, so a lower-scored specialist can rank above a higher-scored generalist. Filter and sort below, or open the full map view.
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Common questions about infant & toddler nursery care
- How much does infant nursery care cost in Perth?
- Daily fees for infant and toddler care in Perth Metro generally sit higher than fees for kindergarten-age places, since ratios are stricter and staffing costs more per child. Costs vary by suburb and centre type, so get a written fee schedule that includes any bond, enrolment fee, or additional charges for nappies and formula before comparing providers.
- How many days a week do most families use nursery care?
- Two to four days a week is common for infants and toddlers, often tied to a parent's return-to-work schedule. Many centres offer set-day enrolment rather than casual bookings, so check whether you can adjust days later if your needs change.
- What should I expect on a typical day in an infant nursery room?
- Expect a routine built around individual feeding and sleep times rather than a fixed group schedule, since babies and young toddlers aren't yet on the same clock. Staff should be tracking naps, feeds, and nappy changes for each child and sharing that information with you at pickup or through a daily app update.
- How can I judge the quality of a nursery before enrolling?
- Visit in person at a busy time of day, watch how staff respond to crying or distressed children, and ask direct questions about ratios, staff turnover, and qualifications. A centre that's open about its policies and happy to show you the actual infant room, not just a brochure, is usually a good sign.
Guides to choosing infant & toddler nursery care
- Settling an anxious baby or toddler into care: a step-by-step guide
A practical approach to settling-in visits and the first weeks of nursery care in Perth, for babies and toddlers who take longer to adjust.