The National Quality Framework (NQF) was established to create a jointly governed uniform national approach to the regulation and quality assessment of education and care services in Australia, and replaces all pre-existing, separate and individual State and Territory licensing and quality assurance processes that were in place. The NQF applies …
Juniors Room
Our Junior Room program fosters your child’s curiosity and encourages independent thinking. We nurture all children to reach their full potential through development of physical, emotional, cognitive and social skills through varied indoor and outdoor activities. Our educators care for the well-being of each child to ensure that their experience …
Early Childhood Teachers
Nursery and Toddlers I am Miss Sarah, and I’m the Lead Educator of the Nursery. I am a qualified Early Childhood Teacher with over 14 years of experience. I have only just recently relocated from New Zealand to the golden shores of the Gold Coast with my Husband and two …
Centre Director Karen McPhail
Nominated Supervisor/Centre Director My name is Karen McPhail and I have over 27 years experience in the Early Childhood Education and Care industry. I have worked in many centres across the Gold Coast, both as a Lead Educator (with experience in all age groups), Preschool Teacher and then as a …
Parents
From Birth, children experience living and learning with others in family and community groups, and in early childhood settings. We recognise parents as the primary, and most important, educators in their child’s lives, and value the importance of the rights and responsibilities of parents as the most significant role models …
Play
We at Elm Tree Early Learning believe play is the foundation for all learning. Play is the way in which children can explore, investigate, experiment, interact and engage in their environments and the world around them, and begin to make rich and meaningful connections and understandings that are individual and …
Orientation
At Elm Tree Early Learning, our focus is on providing our families and children with an experience that is warm, welcoming and positive. Our hope is that our centre is a place where our children, and families, feel comfortable, happy and contented – a true extension of home. We believe …
Nutrition
At Elm Tree, we believe it is extremely important to provide a healthy, well balanced and nutritious menu for all of our children each day. We also ensure we work closely with our families to ensure that all of their children’s individual dietary, cultural, religious and food preferences are met …
Technology in the Classroom
Elm Tree Early Learning Ormeau offers a state-of-the-art play and learning environment. We have a wide range of equipment and age-appropriate educational resources, including digital media. However, only media and equipment that is developmentally appropriate is used. Furthermore, our childcare service makes use of technology in the classroom to expand, …
Approved Kindergarten Provider
The kindy tick helps parents recognise kindergarten programs approved by the Queensland Government. By displaying the kindy tick, Elm Tree Early Learning Centres also acknowledge the funding and support they receive from the Queensland Government.