Control Every Entry. Protect Every Child.
Childcare centres manage constant movement—parents, staff, contractors, deliveries and visitors. Amaro Electronics designs and installs complete security systems that control access, verify visitors, monitor doors and protect the centre after hours.
A Shared Code Is Not a Complete Security System
An entrance may appear secure while still creating serious operational risks. A common PIN can be shared. A door may fail to close. Visitors may be released without visual verification. Management may have no reliable record of who entered and when.
One PIN for Everyone
Shared codes reduce accountability and are difficult to manage when staff, families or contractors change.
No Time Restrictions
A basic keypad can allow access at any hour unless schedules and user permissions are properly configured.
No Entry History
Without individual credentials, management cannot easily confirm which user opened a door at a particular time.
Unverified Visitors
Busy staff may release an entrance without clearly seeing or speaking with the person outside.
Door Left Open
The reader may work correctly, but a poorly closing door can leave the centre unsecured after someone enters.
Disconnected Systems
A keypad, camera, intercom and alarm installed separately may not provide a clear operating process.
The Right Entry Method for Every User
Staff, parents, managers and contractors should not all have the same access. We configure each credential around the person’s role, approved doors and authorised times.
Know Who Entered, Where and When
A professionally configured access-control platform helps authorised administrators manage users, schedules and doors without depending on one shared code.
More Than a Keypad
The strongest childcare entry solution considers the complete doorway and its daily use—not only the reader mounted outside.
The Door, Camera, Intercom and Alarm Have Different Jobs
A complete system combines several layers of protection so staff have a clear and practical process during the day and the building remains protected after hours.
Designed Around the Way Your Centre Operates
Drop-off, pick-up, staff shifts, deliveries, cleaners, contractors and emergency procedures all affect the correct design.
We Assess the Centre
We inspect doors, gates, current equipment, wiring, staff routines, visitor processes and operational concerns.
You Receive a Clear Plan
We explain the proposed readers, credentials, door hardware, cameras, intercom, alarm functions and project scope.
We Install and Train
The system is professionally installed, configured and demonstrated so authorised staff understand how to use it.
Let’s Build the Right Entry and Security Plan for Your Centre
Whether you are opening a new centre, correcting an unreliable installation or upgrading an older system, Amaro Electronics can assess the site and recommend a practical solution.
Real Problems.
Practical Solutions.
Every childcare centre operates differently. These real projects demonstrate how Amaro Electronics designs access control, video intercom, alarm, networking and communication systems around the daily operation of each centre.
Dual-Building Intercom Integration
A complete intercom, access-control and alarm integration designed to connect two separate childcare buildings through one practical communication platform.
The Challenge
The centre operates from a front office and a separate rear facility. Many families need access to both buildings, while staff previously moved between locations to answer visitors and manage parent entry.
The Solution
- Intercom systems installed at both buildings
- Both entrances connected to one communication platform
- iPads configured to receive calls from either entrance
- Remote door release from authorised devices
- Access-control and alarm-system integration
- Maglocks, keypads and controlled-door hardware
- Automatic door closers and emergency exit devices
Staff can now answer visitors and control either entrance without leaving children unattended. Both buildings operate as one connected system, improving response times, workflow and overall entry security.
Access Control & Video Intercom
Kindy Kingdom required a secure and reliable entrance that allowed authorised staff to enter easily while giving educators control over visitor access.
- Keypad access control
- Video intercom verification
- Electric strike door release
- RFID staff credentials
- Remote visitor entry
The completed entrance now helps prevent unauthorised access, simplifies daily visitor management and provides staff and families with a safer entry process.
Security & Communication Across Multiple Centres
Each Striving Stars location presented different operational requirements. Every centre was assessed individually rather than applying one generic system across all sites.
Striving Stars now benefits from consistent and scalable systems designed around the workflow, communication and future needs of each centre.
Need a Similar Solution for Your Childcare Centre?
Whether you operate one centre, two buildings or multiple locations, Amaro Electronics can design a practical security and communication system around your operation.
Common Questions About Childcare Security Systems
Clear answers about access control, CCTV, video intercoms, alarms, backup power, installation and ongoing support for childcare centres across Sydney and regional NSW.
How much does a childcare security system cost?
The cost depends on the existing equipment, the type of entrance, the required hardware and the level of system integration.
A straightforward keypad upgrade may start from approximately $990, while complete solutions involving access control, electric locking, video intercom, CCTV, alarms or multiple doors require an on-site assessment and tailored quotation.
We inspect the existing cabling, door hardware and security equipment before recommending what genuinely needs to be repaired, reused or replaced.
Can you upgrade our existing keypad or intercom?
Yes. We regularly repair, replace and modernise existing keypad and intercom systems.
Before recommending an upgrade, we assess the existing cabling, power supply, locking hardware and equipment compatibility. Where practical, suitable infrastructure can be reused instead of replacing the complete system unnecessarily.
Can parents and staff have individual PINs or RFID credentials?
Yes. Each authorised parent, staff member, contractor or manager can receive an individual PIN, RFID card, key fob or compatible mobile credential.
- Identify which authorised user entered
- Remove one person’s access when it is no longer required
- Restrict access to selected doors
- Apply permitted days and entry times
- Avoid relying on one shared code for everyone
Can access be restricted by date and time?
Yes. Access can be configured according to the user, door, day and authorised time period.
Depending on the selected system, administrators may manage credentials through dedicated access-control software, a web browser or a compatible smart-keypad mobile application.
Temporary access can also be created for contractors, relief staff and short-term authorised users.
Can staff unlock the entrance from a phone or iPad?
Yes, where the installed system supports remote access and the administrator has authorised the staff member.
- Answer a video intercom call
- See and speak with the visitor
- Remotely release the entrance
- Manage selected access functions from an approved device
Do you install CCTV in childcare classrooms and outdoor areas?
Yes. We install CCTV in appropriate childcare areas, including:
- Entrances and exits
- Classrooms and activity rooms
- Reception areas and corridors
- Outdoor play areas and perimeter zones
- Gates, car parks and common areas
Camera positioning is planned around visibility, safety and privacy. Cameras are not installed in toilets, change rooms or other private areas.
How long can CCTV footage be stored?
Recording time depends on the number of cameras, recording resolution, frame rate, recording mode, hard-drive capacity and the required retention period.
Systems may be designed for approximately 15, 30, 60 or 90 days, or for longer periods such as six or nine months where sufficient storage is installed.
We calculate the required storage according to the centre’s actual camera system and retention requirements.
Can access control, intercom, CCTV and alarms work together?
Yes. These systems can be integrated so that each component performs a specific role within one coordinated security process.
- The access-control system identifies the authorised user
- The electric lock secures or releases the door
- The intercom allows staff to verify visitors
- The CCTV system records and visually verifies the event
- The alarm protects the centre outside operating hours
Depending on the equipment, an access or intercom event may also trigger a camera view, recording event, alert or another programmed action.
What happens during a power failure or emergency evacuation?
Security systems can be fitted with backup power. Alarm panels normally include battery backup, while access control, intercoms, CCTV systems and network equipment can also be supported by suitable batteries or UPS backup systems.
Emergency exit devices, break-glass units and safe-egress arrangements must remain available so occupants can exit safely during an emergency.
The final setup depends on the equipment, door configuration and the centre’s emergency procedures.
Can you work outside childcare operating hours?
Yes. We regularly arrange installation work outside normal childcare operating hours.
Work involving ladders, tools, cabling, drilling or door modifications may be completed after children and families have left the centre to improve safety and minimise disruption.
Do you provide ongoing support after installation?
Yes. Ongoing support is a major part of our service.
- User training
- Remote troubleshooting
- System configuration assistance
- Maintenance and repairs
- Software and equipment support
- Urgent contact through phone or WhatsApp where appropriate
Many issues can be diagnosed or resolved remotely. Where an on-site visit is required, we arrange the appropriate next step.
Do you service childcare centres outside Sydney?
Yes. Amaro Electronics services childcare centres across Sydney and can travel to regional NSW and the ACT depending on the project.
We have completed work in locations including the Southern Highlands, Wollongong, Canberra, Newcastle, Mudgee and other regional areas.
Travel requirements and project logistics are discussed during the assessment and quotation process.
Request a Childcare Security Assessment
Tell us about your centre, existing system and the security issue you want to solve.
A Personal Message
from John Amaro
Decades of experience protecting homes, businesses and childcare centres across Sydney.
For many years, we have helped childcare centres across Sydney create safer, smarter and more secure environments for children, educators and families.
Our approach goes beyond simply installing CCTV cameras or access-control systems. Every solution is carefully designed to improve safety, simplify daily operations and provide long-term peace of mind.
I would like to personally share why we believe security is about protecting people first, and how Amaro Electronics can help your organisation build a safer future.
Real Feedback from a Childcare Security Installation
Security lock system and alarm upgrade completed for an early childhood service, with installation planned around staff, children and the centre’s daily operation.
John recently attended our early childhood service to install a new security lock system and update our alarm system. From start to finish, he was professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. He took the time to explain how everything worked, ensured the installation was completed to a high standard, and worked respectfully around our staff and children with minimal disruption.
After the installation was complete, we had a few questions about the system, and John was more than happy to return to our service to provide further assistance. His willingness to come back and ensure we were confident using the new system demonstrated his excellent customer service and commitment to his work.
We really appreciated his attention to detail, clear communication, and dedication to making sure our service was secure. We are very happy with the quality of his work and would highly recommend John to anyone looking for reliable, professional, and responsive security system services.
What Customers Say About Amaro Electronics
Our customers regularly mention professional workmanship, clear communication, practical advice and support that continues after installation. These are genuine customer reviews published on HiPages.
The job was handled and completed professionally, promptly and it was a pleasure doing business with John from Amaro Electronics.
I highly recommend this company. The work was completed on time and the knowledge was excellent. John carefully explained the process so I understood what was needed. The price was very reasonable and I am very happy with the result.
John was a champion to deal with from start to finish. Knowledgeable, hard-working and dedicated to getting the optimum results for his clients. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to family and friends.
Discussed faults with the existing residential intercom system and that same day John visited my home. He located and fixed the fault, then went above and beyond by installing a keypad for an additional entry option. John is an expert in his field, professional and polite.
John was professional, punctual and very knowledgeable. Nothing is ever a bother. The after-installation service is also good. I would totally recommend him.
I have engaged Amaro Electronics to carry out installations on three occasions for business and residential premises. John’s knowledge and attention to detail are very impressive. He is thorough, easy to work with and always willing to take the time to discuss concerns and answer questions.
