A toddler has tragically died after being struck by a car in the driveway of a home.

Police and paramedics were called to Culgoa Bend, at Villawood in Sydney’s southwest, about 12pm on Saturday to reports a child had been struck by a car.

The child suffered critical injuries and was rushed to The Childrens Hospital at Westmead.

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Despite the best efforts of medical teams, the girl died.

NSW Police said officers who arrived at the scene were told the girl was allegedly struck by a car driven by a 28-year-old woman.

She was taken to Westmead Hospital for mandatory testing.

Police have set up a crime scene and detectives from the Crash Investigation Unit have launched an investigation.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.