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Rangeville Early Education Centre ELS

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Daily fees before CCS

Nursery $172.85
Toddler $171.80
Kindergarten $170.75
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Childcare and kindergarten in Toowoomba, QLD

Rangeville Early Learning Centre offers long day care and a Government-approved Kindergarten for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, conveniently located for families in Toowoomba, Rangeville and surrounding areas.

Dirt pit, veggie garden and natural outdoor play

Children explore outdoor spaces with rocks, logs, bark, sand, water play and a dirt pit. A vegetable garden gives children hands-on experience planting, watering and caring for plants, with plenty of open space for movement and active play.

Sensory spaces, STEM and creative arts

Indoor rooms include sensory areas, reading nooks, STEM experiences, art and music spaces. Natural and open-ended resources give children different ways to build, create, investigate and follow their own interests.

Multilingual team with qualified teachers

Our multicultural team includes educators who speak Tagalog, Japanese, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hindi and French. Two Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers bring specialist early learning knowledge to the centre, alongside long-standing educators who know local families well.

Individual learning and inclusion support

Each child has an Individual Learning Plan developed with families and reviewed as goals and interests change. When extra help is needed, educators work with KU Inclusion Support and Rangeville ECDP, using strategies such as visual cards, Key Word Sign and familiar home-language words.

Get Set for Prep and school connection

Our Kindergarten program builds independence, communication, early literacy and numeracy, problem-solving and friendships. Get Set for Prep experiences and connections with Rangeville State School help children become familiar with school routines and what to expect before starting Prep.

Bush Kinder, music, sport and language

Children take part in Bush Kinder, music and movement, sport and language experiences throughout the week. French and Chinese are introduced through the strengths of our educators, alongside storytelling, dance and other age-appropriate group activities.

Cultural meals by our in-house chef

Our in-house chef prepares breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack each day. Gluten-free, lactose-free, vegetarian and cultural or religious dietary needs are catered for, and children also take part in cooking experiences.

Family communication and flexible care

Families can access Individual Learning Plans and monthly updates through Xplor, with goals discussed each term with educators. Everyday conversations, surveys and meetings give families further opportunities to contribute, and casual bookings and school holiday care are also available.

Secure your place today

Book a tour to experience the centre and confirm availability for your child.

Meet our team

Adeline

Centre Manager

10 years with our centre

  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
“I want Rangeville to feel like a second home, where children, families and educators know they belong.”

I began my journey in early learning in 2014 and joined the Rangeville Early Education Centre team in 2016. I’ve had the privilege of working with children of various ages, backgrounds, and abilities, each bringing unique interests, strengths, and challenges. I strive to create a safe, inclusive, diverse, and culturally responsive learning environment where children feel valued and respected, providing opportunities for active involvement in their learning. I believe a child-centred approach is essential, considering each child’s unique needs and abilities.

Our Toowoomba centre offers a high-quality, safe, and nurturing environment with activities promoting learning through play, exploration, and hands-on experiences. Our educators advise on behaviour management, learning difficulties, and developmental milestones. Many team members come from multicultural backgrounds, sharing their cultural experiences and learning from others. Several team members have been with us for up to 20 years, demonstrating their dedication and passion. Despite our diversity, we share a common goal: to provide the best possible care and education to the children in our centre.

As an early childhood educator, I believe in building strong relationships with families to create a positive and supportive learning environment. I communicate regularly with families about their child’s progress and development, address concerns promptly, and work collaboratively to find solutions. We offer workshops and seminars on child development, behaviour management, and literacy, and provide families with resources to support their learning. We host regular family events like picnics and themed parties, bringing everyone together and creating a supportive environment.

I come from a Malaysian Chinese background and speak five languages, so I understand how much language and culture can help families feel at home. I want Rangeville to be a place where we celebrate the happy moments together and offer practical support when things are difficult.

I look forward to welcoming your family to Rangeville Early Education Centre in Toowoomba.

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Li

Assistant Centre Manager

10 years with our centre

  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
“I want families to know there’s always someone they can turn to, especially during those first days of care.”

I joined Rangeville in October 2016 as an Assistant Educator, later becoming a Lead Educator and, in September 2023, Assistant Centre Manager.

I love welcoming new families, helping with enrolment questions and supporting children as they settle in. As a parent myself, I understand how reassuring a familiar face and a caring conversation can be. I also help our educators understand policies, procedures and safety responsibilities so they feel confident in their work.

Sharing my Chinese language and culture is another part of my role that I enjoy, whether through stories, music, art or celebrations such as Chinese New Year and the Mid-Autumn Festival. I’m always happy to have a chat, answer a question or lend a hand.

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Dana

Educational Leader

10 years with our centre

  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
“I love helping educators grow in confidence and seeing children take pride in what they achieve.”

I joined Rangeville in 2016 while studying for my Certificate III and stepped into the Educational Leader role in 2026.

I support and coach educators to plan experiences around children’s interests, strengths and needs. I enjoy sharing ideas, reflecting on what we do and helping team members feel more confident in their teaching.

I believe every child has their own talents and ways of discovering the world. It brings me joy to see children make progress and celebrate their achievements at their own pace. I also value open conversations with families, because their knowledge helps us understand and support each child.

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Jessica

Safety Leader

4 years with our centre

  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
“Keeping children safe is something we all share responsibility for, every day.”

I’m Jessica, the Safety Leader at Rangeville Early Education Centre. My experience working with children inspired me to complete my Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and take on a role supporting safety across the centre.

I help educators put safety into everyday practice, from active supervision and identifying risks to listening to children and raising concerns. I enjoy a challenge and encourage our team to ask questions, reflect on what is working and make improvements together.

I want children to feel secure enough to play and explore, and families to feel confident that their children are in caring, capable hands.

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Juliana

Early Childhood Teacher

2 years with our centre

  • Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood)
“I want children to leave kindergarten proud of what they can do and ready for their next adventure at school.”

I’m Julliana, the Kindergarten Early Childhood Teacher at Rangeville. I believe children should feel comfortable sharing their ideas, asking questions and trying new things.

Through stories, creative activities, hands-on investigations and group play, I help children practise early literacy, numeracy, communication and problem-solving. I also focus on the everyday skills that matter when starting school, such as making friends, managing feelings, asking for help and becoming more independent.

I value families’ insights and enjoy setting goals together, so our kindergarten program reflects each child’s interests and needs. My hope is that children leave with happy memories, confidence and excitement about school.

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Amla

Early Childhood Teacher

3 years with our centre

  • Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood)
“Even after many years of teaching, children still remind me that there is always something new to discover.”

I’m Amla, an Early Childhood Teacher at Rangeville. Before joining G8 Education, I spent over 20 years teaching primary school in Fiji. That experience helps me understand what children will encounter at school and how to prepare them without rushing their early years.

I support children through play, conversation and gentle encouragement, helping them develop friendships, communication, independence and confidence. I enjoy hearing families’ ideas and working towards shared goals, and I’m always open to feedback.

I’m still young at heart and love discovering new things alongside the children. I hope to bring patience, warmth and a caring presence to each day.

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Our innovative early learning programs

At our early learning centre in Toowoomba, our play-based curriculum is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), supporting children to learn through play, exploration and discovery.

Sustainability

Children plant, water and care for the vegetable garden and explore natural materials outdoors. Educators also talk with children about saving water, caring for plants and insects, and looking after the spaces they use each day.

Inclusion

We are dedicated to celebrating multiculturalism, organising events throughout the year that reflect the diverse backgrounds of our families and educators. These events highlight and honour unique traditions, customs, and cuisines, fostering cultural awareness, respect, and inclusivity. We believe these activities enrich our young learners’ educational experience, providing a holistic understanding of the world around them.

Community Engagement

Children connect with the local area through Bush Kinder, park walks and visits to nearby shops and services. The centre also welcomes visitors such as The Travelling Tooth Fairy and celebrates Toowoomba’s Carnival of Flowers with its own centre parade.

STEM and science

Children investigate early STEM through building, experimenting, patterns, measuring and everyday problem-solving. Educators follow children’s questions and give them opportunities to test ideas through hands-on play.

Age-appropriate early learning

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6 weeks to 15 months

Nursery

Nursery

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6 weeks to 15 months

In our nursery room, children are cared for in a secure and nurturing environment where they feel safe, settled and supported.

Our educators provide attentive care to help each child transition smoothly into care, build strong attachments and feel confident exploring their surroundings while working towards developmental milestones.

In this room, children are encouraged to:

  • Feel safe, secure and nurtured
  • Build strong attachments with educators
  • Settle smoothly into care
  • Explore their surroundings with confidence
  • Work towards key developmental milestones
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15 months to 3 years

Toddlers

Toddlers

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15 months to 3 years

In our Toddler 1 and Toddler 2 rooms, children are supported to build independence, confidence and curiosity through guided play, structured activities and early learning experiences.

In Toddler 1, educators encourage early independence, exploration, motor skills, language development and social interaction. In Toddler 2, children continue building independence, social skills, emotional regulation and language, while also practising self-help skills such as toilet training and caring for belongings.

In these rooms, children are encouraged to:

  • Build independence and confidence
  • Explore through guided play and structured activities
  • Develop basic motor skills and language
  • Build social skills and emotional regulation
  • Practise toilet training and caring for belongings
  • Take part in more structured play and early learning experiences
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3 to 4 years

Junior Kindy

Junior Kindy

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3 to 4 years

In our Junior Kindy room, children are supported to build the cognitive, social and emotional skills they need as they prepare for formal education.

Educators focus on early literacy, numeracy, emotional regulation, critical thinking, independence and cooperation through play-based and intentional learning experiences.

In this room, children are encouraged to:

  • Build early literacy and numeracy skills
  • Develop emotional regulation
  • Strengthen critical thinking
  • Build independence and cooperation
  • Prepare for the next stage of learning
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4 to 5 years

Kindergarten

Kindergarten

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4 to 5 years

In our Kindergarten room, children are supported to prepare for a confident transition to school.

Led by Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers, the program includes structured learning experiences that focus on advanced literacy and numeracy, problem-solving, social skills, cooperation, independence and a love of learning.

We also support school readiness through visits to local schools, meeting Prep teachers and spending time in classroom settings, helping children build confidence and feel more comfortable moving into a formal learning environment.

In this room, children are encouraged to:

  • Build advanced literacy and numeracy skills
  • Develop problem-solving skills and a love of learning
  • Strengthen social skills, cooperation and independence
  • Build confidence through school readiness experiences
  • Prepare for the transition to school and beyond

What a typical day looks like for your child

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Arrival at the centre

Your child will be welcomed by our team of educators, who will ensure the morning transition from home to centre goes as smoothly as possible. On arrival, share information about your child’s specific needs for the day.

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Mealtimes

Our centre chefs prepare a nutritious menu for your child to sit down and eat. This is a great time for everyone to share stories from the day. Educators model healthy eating practices, social behaviours and support children’s growing independence with mealtime routines.

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Infant care

If you have an infant, we spend one-on-one time with them to establish a connection. Educators talk gently and respond to babies’ cues. We use songs, games, and conversations to strengthen relationships and build language skills.

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Play-based learning

Your child is naturally curious. They want to learn and explore, which is why we teach through play-based learning. It supports language, motor skills, memory, emotions and social relationships. Educators plan play-based learning experiences based on children’s interests and goals.

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Sleep, rest and relaxation

We match routines to your child’s individual needs. Opportunities for rest and relaxation help make them feel safe. Play-based learning experiences are provided for older children who no longer don’t sleep in centre.

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Heading home

As your child prepares to head home, this is your opportunity to speak with our friendly educators about your child’s day and everything they learnt. We look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow.

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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

$172.85/day

Toddler

2 – 4 years

$171.80/day

Kindergarten

4 – 5 years

$170.75/day

Step 1: Family Information & Financial State

Child Care Subsidy Estimator

Discover how much child care subsidy you may be entitled to by entering the fields below.

**1-4 days = 11.5 hour sessions, 5 days = 100 hours

Changes to CCS – The 3-Day Guarantee (Starting 5th January 2026)

The Australian Government is replacing the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) Activity Test from 5th January 2026, to provide a min. 72 hours per fortnight or 3 days per week of subsidised early childhood education and care (ECEC) for eligible families.

2026 3-Day Guarantee

From 5th January 2026, based on the information you have entered, here's an estimate of your CCS entitlements and your out-of-pocket costs.

Total Fees

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Estimated CCS Fee Subsidy

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Kindergarten/Preschool Subsidy

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Out of Pocket Cost (what you pay)

$0.00

Matrix Out of Pocket Cost

Is your CCS working for you? Check the out-of-pocket cost matrix per child against session lengths and weekly days below. Please note: The table in the matrix only shows out-of-pocket costs after CCS (Child Care Subsidy).

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*Kindergarten/preschool subsidy applied: $0.00

What our families say

5.0(53 reviews)
Source: Google Business Profile. Reviews are correct at the time of accessing this webpage.

Inki Kang

A childcare centre that truly cares for every child. My son absolutely loves all the teachers and friends here. Since joining, his English and social skills have improved so much thanks to the kind and supportive educators. We’re really grateful for…. See more A childcare centre that truly cares for every child. My son absolutely loves all the teachers and friends here. Since joining, his English and social skills have improved so much thanks to the kind and supportive educators. We’re really grateful for the care he receives every day. He even asked to be on the Google review himself! 😄❤️

Terry Goldsworthy

Amazing place! Ive been sending my daughter here for months now and never had a worry. My daughter loves all her teachers who have amazing communication when something happens 🙌

Kelly

My little boy has been going to Rangeville Early Education Centre for over two years now. I have been consistently impressed with the professionalism and passion of all of the staff at the centre. He has additional needs and our family has always…. See more My little boy has been going to Rangeville Early Education Centre for over two years now. I have been consistently impressed with the professionalism and passion of all of the staff at the centre. He has additional needs and our family has always felt supported and accepted. He is flourishing thanks to the efforts of all of the staff. I cannot recommend them highly enough. In an industry with very high staff turnover, the longevity of the staff members here tells a lot about the culture and genuine love the staff educators and staff have.

Julliana Moanamisy

The Kindergarten program at Rangeville Early Education Centre offers lots of opportunities for children to learn through play , explore new things and build confidence before starting school.

Overdene

We love the centre, our children have benefited so much from the program here and the staff are so nurturing and encouraging. Highly recommend!

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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.

Read our step-by-step guide on how to enrol here.

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.

Learn more about our Settling-in Program.

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.

Contact us

We look forward to welcoming your family.