Our Educational Program

A Child-Centred Curriculum Built for Capable, Competent Learners

Our educational program is founded on the understanding that early childhood is a vital period for growth, learning, and development. We are dedicated to nurturing each child’s curiosity, creativity, confidence, and lifelong love of learning within a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. We recognise children as capable and competent learners, each with their own strengths, interests, and learning pathways.

Our approach is child-centred, placing children’s voices, ideas, and interests at the core of our curriculum. Educators observe, listen, and reflect on each child’s development and experiences to inform intentional planning and extend learning. Children are encouraged to explore, investigate, experiment, and engage in meaningful play-based experiences that support their individual developmental journeys.

A Culturally Rich Framework Built on Inclusion and Respect

We are committed to celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive environment where all children and families feel respected, valued, and represented. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives are respectfully embedded within our program, acknowledging the ongoing connection to land, waters, community, and culture, and honouring the world’s oldest continuous cultures.

Trusting & Responsive Relationships

We place deep value on building respectful, positive connections between children, educators, and families. These strong bonds form the essential foundation for your child's emotional security, wellbeing, and sense of belonging.

Collaborative Family Partnerships

Your voice matters to us. We actively maintain open, transparent, and collaborative communication with parents and cares, ensuring you are always an integral part of your child’s early childhood journey.

Continuity between
Home & Care

Learning doesn't stop at our front door. By partnering closely with families, we bridge the gap between home and childcare, ensuring a consistent, reassuring rhythm that fully supports your child's daily development.

Purposeful Play-Based Learning and Intentional Classroom Design

Play-based learning is central to our curriculum. Through a balance of intentional teaching, structured experiences, and spontaneous play, children develop key skills including problem-solving, resilience, cooperation, and self-regulation. Our indoor and outdoor learning environments are intentionally designed to promote exploration, creativity, social interaction, and discovery.

Sustainability and environmental responsibility are also embedded in our program. Children are encouraged to develop an awareness of caring for the natural world and to actively participate in practices that support their local community and environment.

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passionate educators, and discover a safe, nurturing space where your child can truly belong.

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Queanbeyan Childcare Centre™ is a warm, family-focused early learning community, where the safety, wellbeing and best interests of every child are at the heart of everything we do. Led by passionate, qualified educators, we provide a safe and nurturing environment built on strong relationships, calm routines, and meaningful, child-led learning.

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Open Monday to Friday, from 7am - 6pm
excluding NSW Public Holidays

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OUR PROGRAMS

Early Learning Program
( Birth - 2 years) Toddler Program
( 2 - 3 years) Junior Preschool
( 3 - 4 years) Senior Preschool
( 4 - 5 years) Educational Program

CONTACT INFO

(02) 6297 3755
info@queanbeyanchildcare.com.au
7-9 Mckeahnie St, Crestwood NSW 2620, Australia