Little Gems Child Care & Early Learning Centre
Maryborough
Maryborough
At Little Gems Maryborough, we pride ourselves on creating a warm,
nurturing environment where every child feels valued and inspired to learn
through play. Our large indoor and outdoor learning spaces are thoughtfully
designed to spark imagination, encourage exploration, and support
children’s holistic development. We embrace natural materials, promote
sustainability, and foster a deep respect for nature.
Our long-standing and experienced team, including qualified Early
Childhood Teachers, deliver a high-quality curriculum guided by the Early
Years Learning Framework. Through engaging and developmentally
appropriate experiences, we nurture each child’s growth, creativity, and
confidence. Children are encouraged to express their thoughts, feelings,
and ideas, building strong foundations in social and emotional wellbeing.
We are proud to offer enriching extracurricular opportunities, including
dedicated language lessons and a variety of sports programs that promote
physical development and cultural awareness. Families stay connected
through regular updates and individual learning stories shared via Storypark.
Service Details
- 118 Saltwater Creek Road Maryborough, QLD 4650
- Monday - Friday 6:30am - 6:30pm
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Comfort is a priority, with air-conditioned rooms ensuring a pleasant environment year-round. We also provide before and after school care, supported by our centre bus service for added convenience.
All meals are freshly prepared onsite and provided daily, along with nappies and wipes. Upon enrolment, each child receives a Little Gems T-shirt and hat as a welcome gift. Families also benefit from 15 hours of free Kindy for 40 weeks a year, making high-quality early education accessible for all.
Come and discover the Little Gems difference—where every child is supported, celebrated, and inspired to shine bright every day.
About Us
Learn, share, laugh and grow – this is what Little Gems Maryborough is all about. A family owned and operated early learning centre, Little Gems Maryborough provides a spacious airconditioned childcare centre with large rooms as well as indoor and outdoor play spaces. Through our “positive guiding technique” we ensure that your child learns in an environment that is engaging and happy. Through interaction with parents and caregivers Little Gems Maryborough provides a safe, nurturing and caring environment – where play, discovery and inspiration are at the forefront of each day.
Meals
Ensuring your child has nutritionally balanced meals through the day is paramount at Little Gems. We provide Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea. Where we can, children are involved in the process. We have progressive meal times so that the changing needs of our children are meet.
Lockers
It’s important that each child has a safe place for their belongings – and so lockers are given to each child. This allows parents to know where their child’s belongings will be kept but also allows children to begin to take ownership and care of their own belongings.
Toys
Whilst children love to bring in their own toys to play with – Our facility is fully equipped with wonderful toys and sensory objects for imaginative and social play. We ask that you keep all toys at home to ensure they are safe and not misplaced or broken. Of course – special comforters are allowed should your child have one. 😊
Policies
All our policies and procedures are available from the front reception. We encourage you to feel free to review these documents at any time. As directed by the national quality of standards, all our practices and policies are frequently reviewed and evaluated. Ensuring we are exceeding all standards is of the upmost priority at Little Gems Maryborough.
Communication
Communication is vital for parents & educators. You will receive a weekly update via email from the Directors that provides communication about the policies, staff holidays, upcoming events at the service and much more. This helps families to gain a further insight into the running of the centre, enhancing the link between life and home. It also allows parents to read the weekly update when they can enjoy some quiet time.
What We Supply
- Nappies & wipes
- Sunscreen
- Nutritious, well balanced menu that incorporates morning tea, lunch & afternoon tea.
What our centre also offers
- Open 52 weeks a year – Only closing public holidays and 3 days between Christmas and New years (29th, 30th & 31st of December)
- Opening from 6.30 am to 6.30 pm – 5 days a week
- Current and continuously reviewed policies and procedures to ensure that your child is in the best possible care at all times.
- Queensland government approved Kindergarten program
- Before and after school care program
- Fully Air conditioned
- Qualified and caring educators
- Regular and ongoing training for all educators through seminars, hands on training, one on one training and in service training
- Orientation programs to assist your child entering care and ensure the smooth transition from home to care.
We are licensed by the Office of Early Childhood Education and Care and operate under The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA)
The Administration
Hours
6.30 am to 6.30 pm – Monday to Friday excluding public holidays.
Please contact the Family Assistance Office on 13 61 50 prior to enrolment. You will need your child’s CRN number and you will also be advised of your CCS percentage and also options for CCS entitlements. All enrolments will need to be confirmed by the parent or guardian prior to the subsidy being applied. Please note that full fees are applicable until you connect your child with the centre. All families are now required to complete an Activity Test.
We are licensed under the Child Care Act. This centre complies with this Act and upholds all regulations. Further information is also available at Family Assist
Fees & Rates
Casual Care Rates are $10.00 on top of daily fees.
(Please note, this is the full fee rate before you receive your CCS benefit. This will be paid directly to the centre to minimise fees)
There is no discount or make up days for public holidays.
After School Care
We cater for school age children with an after school care program.
After School Care $45
* Once we know your CCS percentage we can accurately determine the amount payable, after deducting the government subsidy.
Attendance
Fees are paid for each day that your child is booked into the centre, this includes when your child is absent due to holidays or illness. As per our policies, we also require 2 weeks written notice with withdrawing your child from our centre.
Payment
Fees must be paid two weeks in advance to ensure that continuity of care can be guaranteed. Fees can be paid by eftpos, credit card, ezi debit or direct deposit. Accounts are emailed or placed into your child’s pockets each week. It is a parent’s responsibility to pay their fees on a weekly basis.
Enrolment Fee
A $50 enrolment fee is required to put your child’s name on the waiting list along with the return of enrolment forms
Paying the $50 does not secure your child the spot and is non refundable.
Storypark
This program is part of our documentation and allows better communication between families and staff. All of your child’s documentation and daily requirements are updated for you to view online at anytime.
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Kindergarten Curriculum & Program
Little Gems offers a Queensland Government approved Kindergarten Program. The program offers parents and children a program that enriches and fosters their learning whilst still having the flexibility of days and hours to suit each families requirements.
The Kindergarten Program:
- Implemented and run by a University Qualified Early Childhood Teacher
- Curriculum is based on the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines
- Program offered is for a minimum of 15 hours per week. We run our program for 48 weeks of the year.
- Provides greater flexibility for families, as the centre operates 52 weeks a year from 6.30am to 6.30pm
- Kindergarten program runs from 9am – 4:30pm each day
For more information on the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines, please click here. Please see our centre director or early childhood teacher for more information in regards to our current curriculum and learning outcomes.
