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Windsor Neighbourhood Child Care Centre

Windsor Neighbourhood Child Care Centre

Long Day Care

7:30am - 5:45pm
Kindergarten

8:30am - 2:45pm

Located in a peaceful setting, and featuring an expansive natural outdoor play area, Windsor Neighbourhood centres provides children with a unique learning environment that encourages creativity and exploration.

For more than 30 years our experienced educators have developed close relationships with local families. We believe each child is unique and learns differently, so our educators will spend time getting to know your child and family so we can create programs that reflect the way they will socialise, learn and grow.

We care for children from six weeks and offer a Queensland Government approved kindergarten program for children in the year before prep. We are conveniently located off Lutwyche road for families who commute to the CBD and opposite St Mary of the Cross Primary School. We supply all meals, wipes, sunscreen, nappies and cot linen for the junior room. All you need to bring is a spare change of clothes and a hat. We offer nutritious, age-specific meals for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. All meals are prepared on site daily, prepared by Kids Gourmet Foods. We are supportive of special dietary requirements and encourage families to discuss their child’s needs with us.

17 Bonython Street
Windsor QLD 4030

07 3857 1288

windsorldc@
catholicearlyedcare.qld.edu.au

Our big backyard playground gives children a sense of freedom. They enjoy exploring the garden, looking for insects and flowers and riding our tricycles.

In our nursery the educators set up a variety of craft experiences. We help children develop their fine motor skills with activities such as pasting and painting and peeling and placing delicate stickers.

The children enjoy climbing our mango tree, building gross motor skills, balance and confidence.

Children from all age groups enjoy the sandpit. Our babies wonder at the soft, grainy sand in their fingers, while our older age groups work together on building castles and towns and digging deep holes.

"Windsor Neighbourhood Child Care Centre has been a home away from home for our family since 2013. Both my girls have loved attending the centre, the staff are extremely caring, approachable and will try to accommodate your every need. The centre itself is a refurbished Queenslander that is filled with character & warmth, with a big back yard that the kids explore at every opportunity. We love our childcare centre and would recommend it to everybody."

Belinda and Trent

Confidence with books

Opportunities for enjoying books are purposefully built into many parts of our day. Our kindergarten class enjoys reading and discussing books together with their teacher, talking about the characters and developments in their favourite stories. Sometimes the children take these stories into the playground as a prompt for their own dramatic play. We also create environments for the children to enjoy books by themselves, or in smaller groups. In this way children have the opportunity to engage with books and reading in the way that reflects their own development and individuality.

Creating outdoors

A mature mango tree shades our expansive outdoor play area, often becoming a central part of the children’s dramatic play and creative story making. The children spend time outdoors every day in the sandpit, riding tri-cycles, climbing equipment and exploring the many pockets of our garden.

Nature study

Our lightbox is a favourite spot for children to share, examine and discuss found natural objects. We encourage children to investigate and make new discoveries about the world around them and take opportunities to learn more about the objects which interest them most.

Helping children grow spiritually

On Random Acts of Kindness Day, the kindergarten children explored the Catholic values of care, compassion and kindness through the creation of friendship bracelets. As they worked, they talked about what kindness means and what makes a good friend. They chose their own colours to paint rocks with hearts and practiced sharing and taking turns. These moments help children connect with their spirituality in a positive and age–appropriate way.

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Current Fee Schedule

Fees are reviewed annually and may be increased each year. Quality care for children, affordability for families and financial viability of the service are the key elements in determining fees.

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Meet Our Staff

Jackie

Director

I’ve been a Director since
I have spent eight amazing years working as an early years educator in Melbourne, before stepping into the role of Director in 2018.

My favourite thing about being a Director is
My favourite thing about being a Director is building strong relationships with both the children and their families. It’s incredibly fulfilling to create a space where everyone feels supported and valued. I love to create a centre that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere for all staff, children and families.

Something I like to tell all mums and dads is
Your child’s well-being and development are our top priority, and we’re always here to communicate, share progress, and support your family in any way we can.

My favourite way to relax is
I love to go to the gym and I love yoga, I also love to go on nice relaxing holidays.

Nathan

Kindergarten teacher

I’ve been an early ed teacher since
2014

My favourite thing about being an early ed teacher is
My favourite thing about being an early ed teacher is being creative. I love finding new and engaging ways to spark children’s curiosity and help them discover the joy of learning. Seeing their imaginations come to life is just so rewarding.

Something I like to tell all mums and dads is
We like keep the lines of communication open, please share information about your child’s progress and any concerns.

My favourite way to relax is
Mountain biking.