EARLY LEARNING CENTRE
YOUR CHILD’S FIRST BIG ADVENTURE
Where Children Love to Learn
Beginning with Wonder, Growing with Purpose
This isn’t your average early learning centre — it’s something far more special. With more educators in every room than required, rich programs that spark curiosity, and spaces that feel like home, our littlest learners are surrounded by care and wonder from the very start.
Our team doesn’t just meet expectations — they exceed them, with thoughtful routines, joyful experiences, and the kind of attention that makes each child feel truly known. Whether they’re building, painting, planting or discovering something new, your child will be supported to grow in confidence, creativity and joy.
What Sets Us Apart
More Than Just Daycare
At Immanuel, we offer experiences that help your child grow in every way. From our Mind Bubbles program, a neuroscience-based program that helps children understand their emotions, to our intergenerational program where they spend time with older people in our community, we’re helping create well-rounded little people.
What really makes us different is how we care for each child. With educator-to-child ratios that exceed national requirements, and a team of some of the best educators and health professionals in Australia, we ensure every child receives the support they need. What’s more, visits from older Immanuel students help create a learning environment that’s truly special and engaging.
Recognised for Excellence
Among Australia’s Best in Early Education
Only 34 of the more than 12,370 early childhood education and care services in Australia currently hold an Excellent rating from the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA). This rare recognition speaks to the environment we strive to create every day — one where children feel safe, confident and deeply connected, and where their growth — socially, emotionally, and in their love of learning — is supported from the very start.
At Immanuel Early Learning Centre, care and education go hand in hand. Children experience learning that is rich with creativity, grounded in meaningful relationships, and deeply connected to community. The Excellent rating highlights our commitment to outdoor play and exploration, our strong partnerships with local organisations, and the way we celebrate diversity and inclusion. Most importantly, it recognises a place where children feel confident, curious, and ready to belong — a place where they’re supported to grow in every way that matters.
Learning By Doing
Real-World Adventures
At Immanuel, we believe children learn best when they’re having fun. That’s why we offer programs like Swim School, Forest School, and Juiced Up Groms. These aren’t just fun activities; they’re chances for your child to learn important life skills.
The best bit? These amazing experiences are all included in our fees. You get two free terms of weekly swim lessons that run the whole term at our onsite Immanuel Aquatic Centre. On top of that, we offer a six week Juiced Up Groms program and four weeks of Forest School in our own rainforest, during the year. It’s a mix of experiences that gives your child memories and skills that’ll last a lifetime.
Exploring Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, and Maths
Making Learning Fun and Relevant
At Immanuel ELC, STEAM isn’t just a buzzword – it’s part of our everyday fun. We’re sparking curiosity and teaching problem-solving through hands-on activities that bring science, technology, engineering, arts, and maths to life.
By playing with STEAM ideas early on, your child is learning to think critically and creatively. It’s not about turning them into little professors (though that’d be cool!). It’s about helping them become curious, creative thinkers who aren’t afraid to try new things.
Nature is Our Playground
Outdoor Play and Learning
Step outside our centre and you’ll see a world designed for discovery. Our playground is full of natural elements like sand, water, and wood, creating a space that sparks creativity and encourages active play.
In this natural setting, children don’t just play; they explore, create, and grow. They’re building cubbies with branches, experimenting with water flow, and digging in the sand. These activities help them develop physical skills, boost their imagination, and learn to love the outdoors. It’s a place where problem-solving, safe risk-taking, and resilience come naturally – all while having a fantastic time.
Australia’s first. And it’s happening right here
Paws for Learning: Where dogs help little learners shine
Say hello to our four-legged teaching assistants. Immanuel is the first early learning centre in Australia with a fully integrated therapy dog program designed just for early childhood.
Developed with expert trainer Di and supported by speech and occupational therapists, Paws for Learning turns developmental milestones into moments of fun. Whether it’s counting treats, reading out loud to a wagging tail, or learning how to take turns and give gentle instructions, every interaction is intentional, and incredibly effective. Oh, and did we mention… they give the best cuddles too.
“The change in our child after just one year was incredible. They found their confidence, made so many great friends, and came home every day full of stories. We couldn’t believe how many different activities they were doing! It felt like a new adventure every week.”
– Peter, ELC PARENT
Happy children, Bright Futures
We Care About Your Child
At Immanuel, we know children learn best when they feel safe and happy. That’s why wellbeing is so important to us. We have occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and a child psychologist on our team to help support every aspect of your child’s growth.
We not only focus on supporting children as critical thinkers, and creative, independent learners — we also help them understand their feelings, build friendships, and bounce back from challenges. Through programs like Mind Bubbles, we give children tools to connect with and understand their emotions, setting them up for success in both school and life.
Passionate About Your Child
Our Caring and Skilled Educators
Behind every giggle and every “I did it!” moment at Immanuel is a team of educators who truly care about your child. They’re more than just teachers; they’re the people cheering your child on every step of the way.
Our highly qualified educators create a warm, welcoming environment where every child feels valued. They work closely with families to understand each child’s unique needs and help them shine. With our team, your child isn’t just looked after – they’re truly cared for.
Ready for Big School
From ELC to Prep with Confidence
Starting school is a big step, but at Immanuel, we make it feel exciting rather than scary. Our kindy program gets children ready for school in all ways – from recognising letters and numbers to making friends and feeling confident in new situations.
Throughout the year, our kindy children get a taste of ‘big school’ life by visiting the Innovation Hub and prep playground. This helps them feel at home in the primary school environment. Towards the end of the year, they start visiting the prep classrooms, getting familiar with their future learning space. Our buddy program with older Immanuel students helps build excitement for the years ahead. By the time they start prep, our little graduates are eager and ready for their next big adventure, armed with the skills and confidence they need to thrive.
Quality Care That Works for You
Flexible Hours, Affordable Options
Regular Opening Hours:
Mon:: 7.30am – 6.00pm
Tues:: 7.30am – 6.00pm
Wed:: 7.30am – 6.00pm
Thur:: 7.30am – 6.00pm
Fri:: 7.30am – 6.00pm
We understand every family’s needs are different. That’s why we’re open daily from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm. For our kindy rooms, we offer 15 free kindy hours per week, with additional care covered by the Child Care Subsidy. For our younger rooms, fees are reduced by the Child Care Subsidy, making quality early learning more accessible for all families.
Our fees include lots of extra programs at no additional cost, like swim lessons, Juiced Up Groms, and Forest School. While we don’t provide meals, this allows you to cater to your child’s individual food needs and preferences. At Immanuel, we’re committed to providing exceptional care that fits your family’s lifestyle and budget, ensuring your child gets the best start possible.
EXPLORE OUR ROOMS
Quality Care That Works for You
DISCOVER THE BUMBLEBEE ROOM AGE 2-3
Imagination Central
EXPLORE THE CATERPILLAR ROOM AGE 3-4
Spreading Wings Before Prep
STEP INTO THE BUTTERFLY ROOM AGE 4-5
The First Steps in Kindy
WELCOME TO THE DRAGONFLY ROOM AGE 4-5
EXPLORE OUR ROOMS
In our Bumblebee Room, your little one will take their first big steps in learning. With one educator for every five children, we make sure each child gets plenty of attention as they start to explore letters, numbers, and social skills through play. Here, sharing becomes natural, taking turns is fun, and respecting others is part of everyday life. It’s a cosy, caring space where your child can grow with confidence.
Welcome to the Caterpillar Room, where creativity runs wild. With one educator for every 11 children, this space is set up for exploring and discovering. From building blocks to art corners and LEGO zones, every area invites kids to create, solve problems, and dream big. Here, your child will develop important social and thinking skills, all while having a ball.
The Butterfly Room offers a unique advantage as our second kindy space, often home to our older kindy children. This lively area buzzes with activity and learning, where 4-5 year olds thrive. With one educator for every 11 children, we focus on school readiness while nurturing each child’s unique interests and learning style. From storytelling corners to science experiments, every day brings new discoveries. Whether here for one year or two, children leave confident and excited for their big step into primary school.
Our Dragonfly Room is where the magic of kindy happens. With one educator for every 11 children, we focus on getting ready for school through play-based learning. Reading, writing, and maths are woven into fun daily activities, helping kids become independent and creative thinkers. It’s not about sitting still at desks – it’s about active, hands-on learning that sets kids up for a smooth move to prep.
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TAKE A TOUR
There’s something special about Immanuel’s Early Learning Centre – and you’ll feel it the moment you step through the door. It’s in the joyful laughter drifting from our nature play spaces, the gentle care from our dedicated educators, and the bright, curious smiles of our youngest learners. Come and experience it for yourself. Enquire now to book a personal tour – we’d love to welcome you.
One journey, Three Chapters
