Finding the right childcare facility is a daunting task, but an important one. Since these are your child’s formative years, you want to be certain you make the best childcare choice possible. It isn’t always an easy decision to use childcare in the first place. It’s an emotional time for you and your child– we understand and …
Long Day Care
At Elm Tree Early Learning, we recognise that our families have many varied needs when it comes to attending our service. We aim to be as accessible as possible to all families, and therefore open from 6.30am to 6.30pm each Monday to Friday, closing only for designated, gazetted Public Holidays …
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 …
Kindergarten
The Kindergarten years mark an important milestone in a child’s life. Throughout your child’s Kindergarten year, you will see tremendous growth and development. Children will have opportunities to explore, discover, create, imagine, research and interact with peers and Educators in a social context. Through this they will gain confidence in …
Nursery Room
Our Nursery Room is inviting, respectful and homely environment for all children and families in our care. We understand the importance of each child is provided with nurturing, loving and heartfelt care where qualified educators will celebrate and provide high quality inclusive education for each individual child’s interests, learning and …
Holistic Learning
Children are more likely to be confident and involved learners when their family and community understandings are recognised and included. Our state of well-being and potential is determined by the quality of our relationships and interactions with the world around us. This approach is known as holistic learning or education, …
Relationships
Children develop their identity through relationships with people and places. All children who walk through our doors will be treated with respect and dignity. We will work daily to be worthy of the trust families have shown by placing their child in our care. We will work and collaborate in …
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, …
Learning and Development
Elm Tree Early Learning Ormeau is focussed on Learning and Development through play. In our Nursery, Daycare for 0-2 Year old infants, our quality programs focus on sensory learning and development. Our program incorporates many aspects of the home environment to ensure continuity of care. The children enjoy lots of spontaneity …
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.