About us

The Infants’ Home is one of Australia’s leading providers of early childhood education, care and health intervention services for children from birth to school age. Many of these children have additional physical and emotional needs.

From inception in 1874 The Infants’ Home has played a unique role supporting some of our community’s most vulnerable children.

Since then, thousands of families have been able to build new lives with our guidance.

Lizzie enjoys some afternoon reading on the verandah at Johnson House.

Strong children; strong families; strong nation 

Today, we offer learning and support programs that help young children and their families meet life’s challenges, embrace opportunities, and reach their unique potential – whatever their background or circumstance.

For 138 years we have challenged conventional wisdom to protect children at risk, and strengthen families in vulnerable situations, so they can break the cycle of hardship, fear or hopelessness that affects so many lives.

We know that a child’s early years are fundamental to their journey through life. Concern for the health and wellbeing of children and their primary carers is our focus. It inspires everything we do.

Everyone is included in the fun and friendship at The Infants' Home

Each child, every opportunity

Each year our services help over 1300 children and their families with education, health and early childhood advice, and reach more than 400 families with our early intervention programs.

Our specialist work with children who have additional needs is made possible through the generosity of our donors and supporters.

The Infants’ Home is a registered charity with a long and proud history of innovation. The essence of what we do is best described by one core principle: to provide each child with every opportunity.