Great Beginnings Floreat

25 Newry Street Floreat WA 6014 1800 517 086 [email protected]

Operational Hours:

Monday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Wednesday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Thursday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Nursery, Toddler, Kindergarten

Childcare and kindergarten in Floreat, WA

Welcome to Great Beginnings Floreat. Our childcare and early learning centre is a convenient choice for local families in Floreat, Churchlands, City Beach, Scarborough and Wembley. Great Beginnings Floreat offers long day care and a kindergarten program for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, with extended hours to suit busy families.

Our purpose-built childcare and kindergarten centre in Floreat offers innovative early learning programs in a safe, nurturing environment. Our small boutique early learning centre offers a cozy, homely atmosphere loved by families. Our spacious outdoor environments include a sandpit, slides, and a water play area, with undercover verandas for year-round use. Indoors, children explore quality resources and engaging learning experiences, fostering creativity and experimentation. Our passionate, long-standing team of educators and teachers with low turnover ensures stability for children and families. Children enjoy specialised programs in sports, dance, and music. We offer an exciting kindergarten and school-readiness program delivered by qualified Early Childhood Teachers, with meals, extended hours, and community excursions.

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Why you’ll love Great Beginnings Floreat

Spacious outdoor environments

Dedicated educators and teachers

Chef-prepared meals

Nappies and wipes provided

Kindergarten program

Family communication app

Extended/flexible hours

Incursions/excursions

Music and dance

Vegetable garden

Meet our Centre Manager

Leah

Advanced Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

“When children feel secure and respected, they flourish—not just academically, but emotionally and socially too.”

I began my journey in early childhood education in 2012 and joined the Floreat team in 2014. Since then, I’ve worked across all age groups and held several roles including Assistant Educator, Lead Educator, and Assistant Centre Manager. Now, I’m proud to lead our incredible team in providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment for every child in our care.

What drew me to early education was witnessing the power of strong, trusting relationships in shaping a child’s development. I’m passionate about building those connections and creating spaces where children feel seen, heard, and supported. Every day brings new joy, curiosity, and wonder—being part of that journey and seeing children grow in confidence and capability is incredibly rewarding.

Throughout my career, I’ve learned that no two children are the same. They all learn in different ways and at their own pace, which is why I take a responsive, child-led approach. I prioritise connection and observe each child’s interests, guiding their learning in meaningful ways. When children feel secure and respected, they flourish—not just academically, but emotionally and socially too.

My approach is centred on relationships and curiosity. I aim to create a calm, engaging environment where children feel a strong sense of belonging. I encourage them to explore, ask questions, and challenge themselves. These early experiences lay the foundation for resilience, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

When speaking with families, I always emphasise that they are their child’s first and most important teacher. The learning that happens at home is irreplaceable. But an early childhood education and care centre offers structured, play-based learning experiences guided by qualified educators in a social setting that supports every aspect of development. Here, children build friendships, gain confidence, learn emotional regulation, and develop literacy and numeracy skills in a fun and purposeful way. Most importantly, they’re supported to become capable, curious learners in a community that celebrates who they are.

Our team of educators at Great Beginnings Floreat is incredibly diverse, bringing together a wide range of cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Many of us have been working together for years, which brings a sense of stability and shared vision to our centre. We trust each other, play to each other’s strengths, and genuinely care about the children, families, and each other. That sense of connection and belonging is something we model for the children every day.

I work hard to ensure families feel supported and involved from the moment they walk through our doors. Open, honest communication is key—I take the time to get to know each family, understand their goals, and make sure they feel listened to and valued. Whether it’s through daily conversations, updates, sharing learning milestones, or offering guidance, I’m always here to support. We also create lots of opportunities for families to participate in centre life and build meaningful connections with our team. Together, we create a community that nurtures every child’s potential.

I look forward to welcoming your family to our beautiful early learning centre in Floreat.

Our innovative early learning programs

At our early learning centre in Floreat, our experienced educators and teachers continually seek innovative ways to enrich your child’s education. Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, we offer a variety of engaging and diverse learning experiences, including:

Sustainability

We open your child’s mind to the outdoors, raising their awareness of the environment and the importance of their role in protecting it. By engaging them in hands-on activities, we foster a sense of responsibility and appreciation for nature.

Community engagement

Children and educators enjoy local excursions to parks, cafes, the library, and tennis courts. We also welcome special guests like local vets, Bunnings staff, and emergency services, tailored to the children’s interests.

Inclusion

We create a sense of belonging for your child to ensure they feel heard and empowered to make choices, fostering their independence. We celebrate each child’s unique strengths, helping them to thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.

STEM

We encourage your child to ask questions, experiment, and problem-solve, all while engaging their natural curiosity. By fostering this inquisitive mindset, we help them develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the world around them.

Age-appropriate early learning

(0-2 years)

Nursery

Our nursery room is purposely designed to make every baby feel safe exploring and discovering new things. Our spaces are filled with sensory experiences and activities to encourage intentional and responsive play-based learning. We focus on building secure relationships between children and educators, closely following home routines, and supporting each child in meeting their developmental milestones.

Our nursery rooms

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(2-3 years)

Toddlers

Our toddler room is set up with intentional play-based learning in mind. Within the curriculum framework, play enables your toddler to develop fundamental skills for life-long learning. It also creates the perfect environment to socialise and form friendships. Our activities enhance language skills and promote collaborative group play, laying a strong foundation for their future learning experiences.

Our toddler rooms

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Kindergarten

In our kindergarten room, our curriculum is tailored to accommodate your child’s individual learning and development needs, which helps boost their enthusiasm, motivation, and willingness to learn. Through structured learning experiences, our Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers and educators are committed to helping your child gain the necessary skills for a successful transition into school and beyond.

Our kindergarten rooms

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Kindergarten and school-readiness program

At our early learning centre, your child will benefit from our enhanced learning program in kindergarten combined with our play-based learning program. With the added convenience of long daycare hours, our kindergarten program runs all year round, perfect for busy families.

The added benefits of our kindergarten program include:

Extended long day care opening hours
Open all year round (excl. public holidays)
Programs developed and delivered by our qualified educators and teachers
Exclusive music and movement program for self-regulation

We’re all about healthy, nutritious eating

At our Floreat childcare centre, our in-house chef provides healthy meals fresh daily, catering to all allergies and dietary requirements while strictly adhering to food handling and allergen policies.

We are passionate about healthy, fresh food and teach children about our embedded sustainable practices throughout the centre. We grow edible plants, including our home-grown passion fruit, allowing children to learn and experience sustainable living firsthand.

What a typical day looks like for your child

Arrival at the centre

Your child will be welcomed by our team of educators, who will ensure the morning transition from home to centre goes as smoothly as possible. On arrival, share information about your child’s specific needs for the day.

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Mealtimes

Our centre chefs prepare a nutritious menu for your child to sit down and eat. This is a great time for everyone to share stories from the day. Educators model healthy eating practices, social behaviours and support children’s growing independence with mealtime routines.

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Infant care

If you have an infant, we spend one-on-one time with them to establish a connection. Educators talk gently and respond to babies’ cues. We use songs, games, and conversations to strengthen relationships and build language skills.

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Play-based learning

Your child is naturally curious. They want to learn and explore, which is why we teach through play-based learning. It supports language, motor skills, memory, emotions and social relationships. Educators plan play-based learning experiences based on children’s interests and goals.

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Sleep, rest and relaxation

We match routines to your child’s individual needs. Opportunities for rest and relaxation help make them feel safe. Play-based learning experiences are provided for older children who no longer don’t sleep in centre.

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Heading home

As your child prepares to head home, this is your opportunity to speak with our friendly educators about your child’s day and everything they learnt. We look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow.

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Communicating with families

We prioritise clear and consistent communication with families to foster a strong partnership in supporting each child’s development. We ensure families feel informed, involved, and confident in their child’s early learning journey.

Our families love hearing about their child’s progress and the experiences they’re having day to day. We share these moments through centre newsletters, our Xplor App, one-on-one meetings, and at various centre events.

How we communicate

Nursery0 – 2 years
$207.20
Toddler2 – 3 years
$207.20
Kindergarten3 – 5 years
$207.20

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Frequently asked questions

A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family’s schedule. Click here to book a tour online.

On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You’ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.

Our Family Support Team will add your child’s name to our waitlist if one of our childcare centres is currently full in your child’s age group. We will then contact you as soon as a place becomes available.

We also do monthly check-ins to review availability, and you will receive a text message confirming whether you’re still happy to remain on the waitlist each month. If you would like an update at any point, you’re welcome to reach out on our Web Chat or give us a call.

Our Family Support team can also help you find more G8 early learning centres near you, with the same offerings at the Great Beginnings centre you are interested in that have immediate availability.

It’s common for a child to experience separation anxiety when they first start child care. When you’re getting ready to start child care, you can help your child overcome anxieties by visiting the child care service together for a Stay and Play session, and easing into new routines at home.

Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.

For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits and spare socks.

For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it’s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits and spare socks.

Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.

It’s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.

Great Beginnings uses Xplor Home as our family communication app. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child’s day.

After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child’s learning, learn about your child’s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.

If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, Great Beginnings is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children.

Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), families are allowed 42 absence days per child, per financial year. These can be taken for any reason, including public holidays and when children are sick, without requiring families to provide documentation.

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Great Beginnings Floreat

Childcare and kindergarten in Floreat, WA

Why you’ll love Great Beginnings Floreat

Meet our Centre Manager