Business Details
Your Trusted Child Care Centre in Oxley
Little Teds Child Care is a family-owned and operated long day care centre dedicated to providing high-quality care and educational programs for children aged 15 months to 6 years. Our licensed service accommodates up to 40 children daily, offering a Government Accredited Kindergarten Program five days a week. We prioritise creating a safe, secure environment that feels like a home away from home, fostering holistic development through play-based and interest-driven learning experiences. Our team of experienced educators values the unique needs of each child, focusing on building strong family partnerships and nurturing individuality.With a commitment to excellence, we align our programs with the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines and Early Years Learning Framework, ensuring continuity in children's educational journeys. Our centre maintains high standards through documented learning journals accessible to parents via the Xplor Home app, promoting transparency and engagement. We pride ourselves on being a trusted community hub where children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.
Services
Kindergarten Program
Early Childhood Education
Play-Based Learning
Child Development
Family Partnerships
Educational Excursions
Highlights and features
- We offer a Government Accredited Kindergarten Program led by qualified educators.
- Our educators have long-term tenure and deep expertise in early childhood development.
- We provide a home-like environment with individualised attention for each child.
- Our curriculum aligns with national learning frameworks and documented progress tracking.
- We maintain high National Quality Standards ratings for educational outcomes.
Associations and certifications
- Australian Government Department of Education
What people say
Kind, caring and encouraging
Fantastic centre
Great environment
High ratings
Learning lots
Services
Kindergarten Program
Our Government Accredited Kindergarten Program delivers structured learning for children aged 3.5 to 6 years. Qualified educators focus on social, emotional, and academic development through play-based activities. The curriculum aligns with Queensland's learning guidelines to ensure school readiness.
Play-Based Learning
We implement play-based learning experiences that encourage exploration and creativity. Educators observe and guide children's interests while documenting progress in digital journals. This approach supports cognitive and motor skill development through hands-on activities.
Family Partnerships
We foster strong family connections through regular communication and collaborative planning. Parents access their child's learning journey via the Xplor Home app, ensuring transparency. Our educators value parental insights to tailor individualised care strategies.
Educational Excursions
Included in weekly fees, excursions extend learning beyond the classroom. Children engage with local environments through guided experiences that reinforce classroom concepts. These activities promote social interaction and real-world discovery.
Child Development
Our programs address physical, emotional, and intellectual development using theories from Vygotsky, Dewey, and Reggio Emilia. Educators create safe spaces for unhurried exploration, respecting each child's unique learning pace and preferences.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We accept children aged 15 months to 6 years across three groupings: Gum Nut (15 months-2.5 years), Wattle (2.5-3.5 years), and Bottle Brush (3.5-6 years).
Are your educators qualified?
Yes, our team includes qualified early childhood teachers and educators who deliver the Government Accredited Kindergarten Program and maintain high National Quality Standards.
How can I track my child's progress?
We use the Xplor Home app to share individual learning journals with parents, documenting daily activities and developmental milestones through digital records.
What operating hours do you offer?
Our centre operates Monday to Friday from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. We are closed on weekends and public holidays.
What is included in the fees?
Weekly fees include the educational program, excursions, and a Little Teds hat. The $75 non-refundable enrolment fee secures your child's place.
Reviews (1)
Brad McCoy
Sep 23, 2021
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It's Early Childhood Educators Day so I thought I'd add a review to our early childhood education and care centre. We've had 3 kids through this place and can't praise them enough. It's a fantastic centre, with amazing staff who have been here a long time, great environment for kids to learn and play, high ratings on National Quality Standards. I would give them six stars if I could.
