Business Details
Trusted Childcare & Early Learning in Palmwoods
Palmwoods Early Learning Centre is a family-owned childcare facility established to provide high-quality early childhood education and care. Our approach prioritises children's active participation in their learning journey, guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines. We maintain a home-like atmosphere with natural, culturally rich environments while integrating modern technology for communication and security. Our team of qualified educators delivers tailored programs across age-specific rooms, ensuring optimal child-to-educator ratios. Sustainability is central to our operations, with solar power, water recycling systems, and partnerships with local businesses.We foster strong family engagement through daily reports and transparent communication via the Xplor app, which tracks children's routines and developmental milestones. Our facility supports children from 6 weeks to 5 years, with a structured transition process for toilet training and school readiness. We maintain strict compliance with national childcare regulations and focus on creating a safe, nurturing environment that promotes cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Services
Infant Care
Toddler Programs
Kindergarten Prep
Eco-Friendly Operations
Digital Communication
Highlights and features
- We are family-owned with deep local connections
- Our eco-friendly facility features solar power and water recycling
- All educators hold nationally approved qualifications
- We use the Xplor app for real-time communication with families
- Age-specific rooms maintain optimal educator-child ratios
Services
Infant Care
Our nursery provides a warm, safe environment for babies aged 6 weeks to 15 months. Caring educators develop nurturing relationships while maintaining home routines. The program includes sensory exploration activities like soft toys, mirror play, and music to enhance cognitive and motor development. The space features age-appropriate toys and safety features, operating with a 1:4 educator-to-child ratio.
Toddler Programs
Designed for children aged 15 months to 2 years, this program supports communication development and social skills through play-based learning. Activities include singing, drawing, shape recognition, and group play. The environment combines home-like resources with structured educational elements, maintaining a 1:4 educator-to-child ratio to ensure individual attention and safe exploration.
Kindergarten Prep
Our 5-year-old kindergarten program follows Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines and National Quality Standards. Qualified teachers deliver a 7.5-hour daily curriculum covering STEM activities, language development, and social-emotional learning. The program extends beyond traditional hours while maintaining educational quality, preparing children for school through structured play and discovery-based learning experiences.
Eco-Friendly Operations
We implement comprehensive environmental practices including solar power, rainwater harvesting, and recycling programs. The centre partners with local businesses for services and supplies, using biodegradable products where possible. Daily operations incorporate sustainability education for children, with features like mud kitchens, gardening areas, and energy-efficient systems that reduce our ecological footprint.
Digital Communication
The Xplor app provides real-time updates about children's daily activities including meals, naps, and learning milestones. Parents receive instant notifications about routines like nappy changes and sunscreen application. The platform also handles bookings, payments, and communication with educators, ensuring transparency and easy access to information about children's progress and centre operations.
People
Sharon Nelson
Director
Sharon Nelson leads our team with extensive experience in early childhood education. She ensures quality standards across all programs while supporting staff and families. Her leadership focuses on creating nurturing environments that align with national learning frameworks and individual child needs.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years across five dedicated rooms: Wattles (6 weeks-15 months), Acacia (15-24 months), Banksia (3 years), Gumtrees (4 years), and Ironbark (5 years Kindergarten).
What qualifications do your educators hold?
All educators have approved qualifications under National Childcare Regulations including Bachelor of Education, Advanced Diplomas, and Certificates in Early Childhood Education. Our kindergarten program is delivered by qualified Early Childhood Teachers.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use the Xplor app for real-time updates about children's daily activities, meals, and learning milestones. Parents receive instant notifications and can access detailed reports about their child's progress and routines.
What sustainability practices do you implement?
Our eco-friendly practices include solar power, water recycling systems, biodegradable products, and partnerships with local businesses. We incorporate sustainability education through activities like gardening, recycling projects, and energy conservation initiatives.
What is included in the daily fee?
Our fees include nappies, care products, sheets, sun protection, and access to the Xplor communication app. Parents need to provide labelled spare clothing, lunch, water bottle, and any special care items required for their child.
How do you support school readiness?
Our kindergarten program follows Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines with a focus on STEM activities, language development, and social-emotional learning. Qualified teachers deliver a structured curriculum while maintaining flexible play-based learning approaches to prepare children for school.
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Reviews (5)
Morgan Goldstone
Jan 21, 2021
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PELC made our return to work experience as stress free as possible. The staff are welcoming, professional and caring. The centre is clean, modern and safe. I would highly recommend the team here. We have received such a comforting vibe from this centre and feel it has and will continue to have a warm culture. A perfect place to send your little one.
Rachael Turesson
Jan 05, 2021
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My son started at this lovely centre in the opening week. I cannot recommend this centre enough. The staff are supportive and caring, the facilities are incredible. The communication and support from management during this covid crisis has been clear , precise and supportive. They have helped us maintain a routine during this time by using online resources and they have helped to navigate all the changes by consistently keeping us informed of resources available especially for those experiencing any financial hardship. If your looking for a lovely new centre come along and see for yourself
Kirsty Crommentuyn
Dec 26, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
The most caring and beautiful people look after my little boy . They are so awesome with the kids, they have the most amazing days planed and he bounces in the door each day , I feel so lucky to have found such a clean , new and perfect day care for my youngest son. . High recommendation .
The most caring and beautiful people look after my little boy . They are so awesome with the kids, they have the most amazing days planed and he bounces in the door each day , I feel so lucky to have found such a clean , new and perfect day care for my youngest son. . High recommendation .
Jaala Puls
Nov 13, 2020
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The Palmwoods Early Learning centre is the most amazing childcare centre I have EVER been to. Im so grateful my son attends this centre. The staff are ALL professional, reliable, flexible and genuine. They absolutely love ALL the children. During some recent tragic family circumstances the staff at Palmwoods Early learning Centre have been so kind, loving and compassionate to myself and my ENTIRE FAMILY and I will always highly recommend them. They are all like 1 big family :-)
Manny Park Puppies
Oct 17, 2020
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We started our little guy on the first day PELC opened and couldnt be happier. Everything is fresh and new and a lot of thought has gone into making this centre the perfect environment for our precious children.
Anita and her staff go out of their way to make parents and children alike feel valued and supported .
Anita and her staff go out of their way to make parents and children alike feel valued and supported .
