(15 reviews)

Company Profile

Company overview

Website

Explore & Develop

Industry

Education, Training & Professional Development

Specialities

Early Childhood Education & Care, High-quality early learning

Company size

101-1,000

Primary location

NSW and ACT

Explore & Develop is a unique organisation in the early childhood and care sector in Australia.We are a group of individually owned and operated early childhood education and care services located across NSW and ACT.Our services are owned and operated by early childhood professionals who are passionate about giving children the best start in life.As a franchise organisation, families and employees enjoy the benefit of a locally-run service and a direct relationship with the Owner/ Approved Provider – as well as the support of many decades of early childhood experience, professional training and resources from the group.

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Childcare Trainee

at Explore and Develop Lilyfield

Lilyfield, Sydney NSW

Commence your early childhood career by obtaining your Certificate 3 qualifications. Work full time and study on the job.

classification: Education & TrainingEducation & Training

13d ago

Cert III / Diploma Educator – Full Time (4 Day Week)

at Explore & Develop Narraweena

Narraweena, Sydney NSW

Privately owned, Exceeding-rated service operating above ratio with a supportive team culture that truly values and invests in its educators.

classification: Education & TrainingEducation & Training

29d ago

Reviews overview

4.515 ratings in total

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86%

Rate salary as high or average

93%

Employees recommend this employer to friends

What’s it like working at Explore & Develop?

AI summary of recent reviews

Explore & Develop stands out for its supportive and collaborative culture where employees feel valued and appreciated. The organisation is genuinely values-driven, with ethical practices consistently guiding decisions. Staff appreciate the learning opportunities and career growth available, while the positive team environment facilitates meaningful relationships between staff, families, and children. Employees consistently mention feeling valued for their individual strengths and receiving recognition for their contributions.

While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, some challenges were noted. These primarily relate to the broader early childhood education sector rather than the company itself. Some employees mentioned heavy workload and intense work pace, and there were occasional mentions of pay rates being less competitive compared to other companies.

Recent reviews

5.0

Room Coordinator

Mar 2026

South Penrith NSW 27503 to 4 years in the role, current employee

Supportive and Welcoming Workplace.

The good thingsThere are so many learning opportunities and chances to further your career. Starting my time here as a room assistant and working my way up to a room coordinator has allowed me to push myself and learn so much. The management and leadership time are supportive and help you in any way, shape, or form. The warm environment that is created has allowed me to make meaningful relationships with my coworkers, families, and children in my care which I look forward to seeing each day. My time here has been nothing short of welcoming, caring, and supportive.

The challengesThere is nothing that I can think of. A great place to work.

5.0

Room Coordinator and Educational Leader

Mar 2026

South Penrith NSW 27506 to 7 years in the role, current employee

This centre is exceeding for children, families and staff.

The good thingsAt E & D Penrith South, each educator is valued for their individual strengths and expertise. The management team fosters a positive, collaborative workplace culture in which team members support one another and communicate openly and professionally as needed.

The challengesNone that I can think of.

5.0

Diploma Educator

Feb 2026

Lilyfield NSW 20402 to 3 years in the role, current employee

A supportive and inclusive workplace

The good thingsI've enjoyed working and learning from people who have so much knowledge. Everyone is respectful of each other, there are reasonable expectations and it is a perfect work-life balance

The challengesNothing to report to be honest

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