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Get a true partner who genuinely cares about your child’s learning journey with us at Tiny Tots Early Learning Centre – the free kindergarten Location families trust and love.
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Tiny Tots Kindergarten Program – Where Family-focused Care & Education Meet Playful Learning
At Tiny Tots Early Learning Centre, we have a deep understanding of why choosing the ideal childcare is all about finding a true partner who genuinely cares about your child's learning journey.
Founded by Belinda Joseph – a mother of four and experienced early childhood educator – our family-owned centre is dedicated to working alongside parents to nurture each child's unique potential.
Open 52 weeks a year from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm, we provide a nurturing, personalised environment that bridges home and learning. Book a tour to visit us and discover why children thrive in our safe and loving space.
Founded by Belinda Joseph – a mother of four and experienced early childhood educator – our family-owned centre is dedicated to working alongside parents to nurture each child's unique potential.
Open 52 weeks a year from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm, we provide a nurturing, personalised environment that bridges home and learning. Book a tour to visit us and discover why children thrive in our safe and loving space.
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Why Tiny Tots Is The Kindergarten Location Families Trust
Our Kindergarten children further their understanding of the world through play-based activities that support their development in all areas. Our educators collaborate closely with both children and families to establish a nurturing and dynamic learning environment. Our qualified teachers help children develop curiosity, competence, and teamwork skills in the years leading up to school.
Transitioning to Primary School can be intimidating, so we maintain strong connections with local schools to ensure a smooth transition. Weekly visits to the schools help the children familiarise themselves with the environment. Additionally, engaging in buddy reading with older students fosters relationships and a sense of belonging. Our approach incorporates an anti-bias curriculum to advocate for equality, empowerment, and respect while demonstrating fairness and inclusivity. We respect every child's right to play, build upon what they already know from home, and lay the groundwork for them to become lifelong learners. This approach is why Tiny Tots is the learn-and-play kindergarten LOCATION families trust!
Transitioning to Primary School can be intimidating, so we maintain strong connections with local schools to ensure a smooth transition. Weekly visits to the schools help the children familiarise themselves with the environment. Additionally, engaging in buddy reading with older students fosters relationships and a sense of belonging. Our approach incorporates an anti-bias curriculum to advocate for equality, empowerment, and respect while demonstrating fairness and inclusivity. We respect every child's right to play, build upon what they already know from home, and lay the groundwork for them to become lifelong learners. This approach is why Tiny Tots is the learn-and-play kindergarten LOCATION families trust!
For Every Stage of Your Child’s Development
Toddler Program
Engaging activities for children aged 18 months to 3 years
Preschool Curriculum
Education-focused program for children aged 3 to 5 years
Learning To Love Learning
Our centre can help develop your child's literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills alongside fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive abilities. Whether it is learning the alphabet and how to count, recognising shapes and patterns, and developing communication and cooperative play skills, your child can learn everything within a structured yet play-based free kindergarten program funded by the government that fosters a lifelong love of learning and helps your child achieve full potential.
What Your Child Will Learn
Reading And Language Arts
Phonics and Sight Words:Recognising letters, connecting them to their sounds, and learning to read basic words and short sentences.
Vocabulary and Communication:Expanding word knowledge, listening skills, and effectively expressing ideas through speaking.
Mathematics
Counting and Number Recognition: Counting objects, recognising numbers, and understanding concepts like "more than" and "less than".
Shapes and Patterns: Identifying and naming basic shapes and understanding simple patterns.
Science And Social Studies
Observation and Curiosity: Exploring basic concepts about the world and developing curiosity through observation and asking questions.
Understanding Others: Learning about different families, recognising basic social rules, and showing respect for others' feelings.
Understanding Others: Learning about different families, recognising basic social rules, and showing respect for others' feelings.
Social And Emotional Skills
Self-Regulation: Practicing self-control, following directions, and managing emotions.
Social Interaction: Interacting with peers, sharing, taking turns, and resolving conflicts.
Emotional Expression: Learning to articulate feelings and separate from caregivers without excessive distress.
Social Interaction: Interacting with peers, sharing, taking turns, and resolving conflicts.
Emotional Expression: Learning to articulate feelings and separate from caregivers without excessive distress.
Fine And Gross Motor Skills
Fine Motor: Developing pencil control, using scissors, and putting together simple puzzles to prepare for writing.
Gross Motor: Enhancing coordination and balance through activities like running, jumping, and hopping.
Cognitive Skills
Problem-Solving: Beginning to think abstractly, solve simple problems, and understand cause and effect.
Memory: Developing the ability to remember information and events.
Our Philosophy
At Tiny Tots, we are committed to providing children with a nurturing, safe, and secure environment where they feel a sense of belonging. Our goal is to work alongside parents and caregivers to create the best possible future for our children and grow within the community.
We strive to maintain consistency between the home environment and our Centre, this allows children to feel safe to explore the world around them, whilst engaging in many diverse experiences and activities.
By embracing play and education, our aim is to continuously encourage our children to be inspired to learn and grow within themselves and the world around them. Book a tour to visit us and discover why children thrive in our safe and loving space!
What Parents Have To Say About Tiny Tots
Read why you can stop searching online for the best kindergarten near me.
Wonderful centre with beautiful, caring staff. We switched years ago from another centre and couldn’t be happier - the staff demonstrate a genuine interest in the children and are often observed interacting with them (not just supervising). They put in so much effort when it comes to things like book week, Easter, Xmas, graduation, excursions, etc. We are very grateful for our time at Tiny Tots Carrara and both of our children have thrived there.
★★★★★
Liz J
The staff are absolutely amazing! They are always so happy and always have a welcoming presence when dropping my daughter off. She has been attending here for two and a bit years, and they have made the transition with her so easy and less stressful at drop off and make her feel so welcomed and loved. They have always been so accommodating when I have needed extra days. I would not send her anywhere else.
★★★★★
Kate Adnum
from UK
I was hesitant to put our daughter into daycare at 8 months old, but after we toured Tiny Tots, we felt at ease with our decision. Penny + the baby class ladies made me feel very comfortable + I knew she'd be well looked after. She's been there for over a year now + she absolutely loves it. The educators are warm + caring, and we will be sending our new baby there too.
★★★★★
Emily Bradley
More Than Just Care
20+ Years Experience
Led by Belinda Joseph, an experienced educator and mother of four, with 20+ years of early childhood education experience.
Safe Enviroment
A unique family-owned experience where we strive to create a second home where your child feels safe and secure.
Individualised Development
Celebrating diversity and individual strengths is key to the healthy development of all children.
Open 52 Weeks 5 Days
Open 52 weeks a year, 6:30am to 6:30pm with comprehensive programs from 6 weeks to school age. We also offer after-school care.
Holistic Development
Our curriculum is designed to nurture every aspect of your child's potential helping them discover their unique talents.
Healthy Habbits
We focus on integrating sustainability and healthy lifestyle practices into daily our curriculum.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How old are kindergarteners?
Kindergarteners are typically aged 4 to 5 years old.
In Australia, there are state-specific cut-off dates for a child be eligible for kindergarten.
In Queensland, your child must be at least 4 years old by June 30 in the year of attending a kindergarten program.
Do you need more information about our free kindergarten program? Do you have any questions or concerns about your child’s age eligibility? Please contact us.
Book a tour to visit us and discover why children thrive in our safe and loving space!
How to prepare your child for kindergarten
Inspire your child to enjoy learning new things by doing fun activities together like arts and crafts, puzzles, and board games.
Read books to your child aloud to start developing listening skills, growing vocabulary, and sparking imagination.
Build your child’s sense of independence through activities like getting dressed, picking up toys, and going to the bathroom.
Talk to your child about kindergarten to start creating excitement, knowing what to expect, and addressing worries.
Visit a kindergarten with your child to start familiarising with the teacher and environment, finding out about the activities, and making the transition smoother.Book a tour to visit us and discover why children thrive in our safe and loving space!
What are kindergarten requirements?
Age Your child must be at least 4 years old by June 30 in the year of attending our kindergarten program to meet Queensland’s mandated state-specific cut-off date for age eligibility.
Proof of Date of Birth You will be required to provide a birth certificate or a passport to show proof that your child’s date of birth meets the state-specific cut-off date mandated by the Queensland government.
Immunisation History You will be required to provide your child’s immunisation history to show proof that your child is up-to-date with all vaccinations.
Proof of Address You will be required to provide a utility bill or a copy of a lease agreement with the name of the enrolling parent/guardian to show proof of address.
Do you need more information about our free kindergarten program? Do you have any questions or concerns about your child’s age eligibility? Please contact us.
Book a tour to visit us and discover why children thrive in our safe and loving space!
What to expect for kindergarten
At Tiny Tots, our kindergarten children further their understanding of the world through play-based activities that support their development in all areas.
Our educators collaborate closely with both children and families to establish a nurturing and dynamic learning environment. Our qualified teachers help children develop curiosity, competence, and teamwork skills in the years leading up to school.
Transitioning to Primary School can be intimidating, so we maintain strong connections with local schools to ensure a smooth transition. Weekly visits to the schools help the children familiarise themselves with the environment.
Additionally, engaging in buddy reading with older students fosters relationships and a sense of belonging. Our approach incorporates an anti-bias curriculum to advocate for equality, empowerment, and respect while demonstrating fairness and inclusivity.
We respect every child's right to play, build upon what they already know from home, and lay the groundwork for them to become lifelong learners.
Do you need more information about our free kindergarten program? Do you have any questions or concerns about your child’s age eligibility? Please contact us.
Book a tour to visit us and discover why children thrive in our safe and loving space!