Business Details
Trusted Childcare & Early Learning in Queensland
Established by a dedicated brother and sister team with over 23 years of combined experience in childcare, our centres prioritise creating secure, nurturing environments where children feel valued and included. We specialise in play-based learning programs that foster curiosity, social development, and a love for nature, aligning with the Early Years Learning Framework. Our educators are highly qualified professionals committed to tailoring programs to individual needs while maintaining national quality standards.With multiple locations across Queensland, we offer flexible childcare solutions supported by the Child Care Subsidy. Our philosophy centres on building strong family partnerships and providing spaces that feel like a home away from home, where every child thrives through exploration and discovery.
Services
Childcare services
Early learning programs
Play-based learning
After-school care
Nature exploration activities
Highlights and features
- We offer play-based learning programs tailored to individual developmental needs
- Our educators hold qualifications in early childhood education and care
- Centres feature nature-rich environments designed for safe exploration
- We maintain national quality standards across all Queensland locations
- Family partnerships guide our approach to child-centred care and learning
Services
Childcare services
Our childcare services provide safe, nurturing environments for children aged 0-5. Qualified educators implement play-based programs that encourage social development, creativity, and school readiness. Daily routines follow national quality standards while accommodating individual needs through flexible, child-led learning experiences.
Early learning programs
Tailored early learning programs align with the Early Years Learning Framework. Our curriculum focuses on foundational skills through hands-on activities, intentional teaching, and natural exploration. Educators observe and extend children's interests to support cognitive, physical, and emotional development in preparation for formal schooling.
Play-based learning
Play-based learning forms the core of our educational approach. Children engage in unstructured and guided play activities that develop problem-solving skills, imagination, and social connections. Our environments feature open-ended materials and natural elements that encourage investigation, collaboration, and self-directed discovery across all age groups.
People
Cherie
Co-Owner & Director
With 23 years in childcare, Cherie leads our educational programs. As a mother of four, she understands family needs and ensures each child feels valued through inclusive, play-based learning environments that meet national standards.
Luke
Co-Owner & Director
Luke manages operations across our Queensland centres. A father of four, he prioritises safe, nurturing environments where children develop confidence through exploration. His leadership ensures consistent quality across all Little Gems locations.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 0-5 years across all our Queensland centres.
Is the Child Care Subsidy available?
Yes, we accept the Child Care Subsidy. Use our free calculator to estimate your eligibility for subsidised care.
What qualifications do your educators hold?
All our educators are qualified in early childhood education and care, meeting national regulatory standards.
Do you offer outdoor learning activities?
Our nature-rich outdoor spaces encourage exploration, physical development, and environmental awareness through structured and unstructured play.
How do you involve families in learning?
We maintain open communication and collaborate with families to personalise learning programs, ensuring continuity between home and childcare environments.
Reviews (6)
James Clowes
Jan 08, 2021
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Little Gems is a brilliant centre that does an amazing job of providing a safe and loving environment for the children in their care. Picking up our daughter is lengthy process whilst she runs around and hugs every one of her educators including those from previous years and the staff in the front office. The fact that she wants to stay and play speaks volumes about the centre and the service they provide.
McCormacks Wd
Jan 07, 2021
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If the option of 10 stars was available than that is exactly what Little Gems would receive! The structure they have in place is perfect our kids absolutely love going to day care and are always wanting to go back! The staff go above and beyond and even better we can physically see our kids are getting a great education and start in life from the team as their behaviour and improvement each day is showing and hearing about all the things they do all day and the new things they have learnt!. Not to mention the state of the art playground they have spent endless hours building for all the kids
Tara Francis
Nov 24, 2020
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I cannot speak more highly of the community at Little Gems! Our son suffered from anxiety issues due to his care at another centre(refused to go, stuttering, biting, found unconscious twice -all from his lack of security, supervision and connection at the previous service) as soon as we moved him over to Little Gems he was back to his normal self, his confidence, personality and happiness to attend kindy returned in an instant. As a parent and a teacher I am so grateful to have found this service,
the incredible outdoor environment, consistency of staff, the program and not to mention it is run
the incredible outdoor environment, consistency of staff, the program and not to mention it is run
Nerida Treloar
Oct 30, 2020
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A very well run centre with friendly, caring staff. Ive been sending my son to Little Gems for close to a year now and I love knowing he is in such good hands on the days that Im at work. Staff are always super helpful and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the centre to any one looking for a safe, happy and fun daycare for their child.
Dolly Winkles
Oct 25, 2020
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Despite the fact that we are entitled to a decent discount at another local childcare centre (due to my husbands job), all three of my children have attended Little Gems from 15 months to 5 years old and i wouldnt have had it any other way. The centre is clean and organised, the staff are friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable and professional. I honestly couldn't imagine anywhere better to care for and teach my children. I have referred several families to Little Gems over the years and will continue to do so with confidence, 5 stars arent enough really.
Deon Calitz
Jul 03, 2020
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We are extremely happy with Little Gems! After moving from Sydney to Brisbane and having had a really bad experience, we cannot fault the team at Albany Creek. The staff are always so friendly and caring and take such great care and respect with our daughter. They treat her as if she were their own child. Our daughter has the most amazing time going to school and has made tremendous progress in her development on so many levels. The amount of care and detail the girls spend with the children is absolutely amazing! Thanks so much to Hayley and the wonderful staff. You are all amazing and always
