Childcare and kindergarten in Bundaberg, QLD
Bundaberg Early Learning Centre offers long day care and a Government-approved Kindergarten program for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, conveniently located for families in Bundaberg, Bundaberg West, Millbank, Avoca, Kensington and Branyan.
Bush tucker and native garden
Children spend time across three outdoor play spaces surrounded by natural trees. They can climb, play, watch birds, collect natural materials and help care for the bush tucker garden, worm farm and compost.
Play-based indoor learning spaces
Indoor spaces are warm and welcoming, with play areas shaped around children’s interests. Kindergarten children also have their own separate building, giving them a dedicated space to build independence and prepare for school.
Dedicated and passionate team
Our educators bring diverse cultural backgrounds, knowledge and experiences to the centre. The team shares languages, traditions and cultural learning with children and families, helping create a strong sense of belonging.
Government-approved Kindergarten program
Our Government-approved kindergarten program is delivered by a Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher. Children build confidence for school through play, routines, friendships, lunchbox days, transition experiences and local school connections.
Individual Learning Plans for each child
Each child has an Individual Learning Plan shaped around their interests, strengths and needs. Educators also use key word sign and work with inclusion support where needed, including SIP support for children who need extra help.
Music, language and cultural learning
Children take part in RAMSR music and movement, cultural awareness and language experiences. Children also explore key words from different cultures, including New Zealand, Italian and Filipino language learning.
Fresh meals prepared by our in-house chef
Our in-house chef prepares breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack each day. Meals and snacks are planned for balance and variety, with allergies and individual dietary requirements catered for.
Daily updates through our family app
Families receive daily updates through our family app, including room activities, learning and highlight photos. Educator conversations, observations, newsletters and centre events help families stay involved throughout the year.
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Age-appropriate early learning
0-15 months
Nursery
In our Nursery room, babies are supported to meet early developmental milestones while building safe, familiar connections with educators and peers.
Educators encourage gentle social interactions and age-appropriate play that supports crawling, walking, fine motor skills and early emotional development.
Key learning experiences include:
- Movement skills such as crawling and walking
- Fine motor play
- Early social connections with educators and peers
- Safe, supportive care as children grow
15 months-3 years
Toddlers
In our Toddlers room, children are supported as they adjust to time away from their families, build confidence and become more independent.
Educators introduce new play and learning experiences while helping children develop self-help skills, language and social confidence.
Children practise:
- Managing separation from families with educator support
- Self-help skills such as feeding and dressing
- Language through communication and expressive activities
- Group play and social experiences
- New activities that build confidence
3-4 years
Pre-Kindy
In our Pre-Kindy room, children continue building social skills and emotional regulation as they prepare for more structured learning.
Educators introduce early literacy and numeracy concepts through play, while encouraging children to make choices, try self-directed tasks and build confidence in their abilities.
The program focuses on:
- Social skills and emotional regulation
- Early literacy and numeracy through play
- Independence through self-directed tasks
- Confidence in more structured learning environments
4-5 years
Kindergarten
Our Government-approved Kindergarten program is led by a Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher and focuses on school readiness.
With up to 22 children per day, the program supports literacy, numeracy, critical thinking, and social, emotional and physical development through structured learning activities. Children also receive individual attention and personalised experiences to help them feel ready for school.
The program includes:
- Literacy, numeracy and critical thinking
- Social, emotional and physical development
- Structured learning activities
- Individual attention and personalised experiences
- School readiness skills for a confident transition
Fees
The Child Care Subsidy can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family’s entitlements.
Nursery
0 – 2 years
$163.15/day
Toddler
2 – 4 years
$162.00/day
Kindergarten
4 – 5 years
$160.95/day
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Frequently asked questions
A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family’s schedule. Click here to book a tour online.
On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You’ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.
Enrolling is simple, and our Family Support Team will guide you through each step.
First, find your local centre and book a tour so you can meet the team and explore the learning environment. If the centre is the right fit and a place is available, you’ll receive an enrolment offer for your child. If a place is not currently available in your child’s age group, we can add your child to the waitlist and keep you updated.
To finalise your enrolment, you’ll complete an online enrolment form through a secure link sent by our Family Support Team. You’ll also need to provide key details and documents, including your child’s birth certificate, Medicare details, immunisation history statement and, if eligible, your Child Care Subsidy details.
Before your child’s first day, you may be invited to attend a Stay and Play session. This gives your child time to explore the centre, meet their educators, and start feeling comfortable in their new environment. Once your paperwork is complete, your child is ready to start their early learning journey with us.
Starting child care is a big milestone, and a little preparation can help your child feel more comfortable and confident.
Before your child’s first day, you can talk positively about their new centre, explain what their day might look like, and practise small routines such as packing their bag, saying goodbye, washing hands and sitting down for meals. You may also like to visit the centre with your child, meet their educators and ask our team about what to bring on the first day.
When your child starts, our educators will take the time to get to know your child’s routine, interests, comfort items and individual needs. Settling in looks different for every child, so we work closely with families to help children feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.
For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits and spare socks.
For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it’s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits and spare socks.
Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.
It’s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.
Early Learning Services uses Xplor Home as our family communication app. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child’s day.
After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child’s learning, learn about your child’s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.
If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, Early Learning Services is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children.
Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), families are allowed 42 absence days per child, per financial year. These can be taken for any reason, including public holidays and when children are sick, without requiring families to provide documentation.
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