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From your baby's very first days to their first day of school, our Karalee and Augustine Heights campuses give Ipswich families a warm, nature-rich place to belong, with qualified educators, an in-house chef and learning that follows your child's curiosity.
Little Scholars Karalee is our childcare and early learning campus in Ipswich, caring for children from six weeks to five years old at 54 Arthur Summervilles Rd, Karalee. Our newest Ipswich campus, Little Scholars Augustine Heights, is at 61 Jones Road, Bellbird Park, and was formerly Edge Early Learning Bellbird Park.
Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. At our Karalee campus, your child is cared for by qualified, consistent educators in a safe, warm environment where every day is filled with play, discovery and genuine connection. Our modern, purpose-built campus was designed from the ground up for early learning, with bright, spacious rooms and natural outdoor play areas. Families across Karalee, Chuwar, Barellan Point, Karana Downs, Mount Crosby and the wider Ipswich region choose Little Scholars for its nature-based learning, fresh in-house meals and the kind of care that feels like an extension of home.
Little Scholars in Ipswich, here's where to find us. Families are warmly welcomed at our two Ipswich campuses: Little Scholars Karalee, and our newest campus, Little Scholars Augustine Heights.
Formerly Edge Early Learning Bellbird Park. We are moving it across to a full Little Scholars campus over the coming months, with new resources and programs along the way.
Tell us a little about your family and preferred time, and our team will be in touch to arrange your visit to Little Scholars Karalee or Augustine Heights.
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The benefits that set Little Scholars apart from other childcare options in Ipswich.
Consistent, degree- and diploma-qualified educators who build genuine relationships with your child and your family, the foundation of quality early learning.
Nutritious three-course meals and snacks cooked fresh each day by our in-house chef, with allergies and dietary needs carefully catered for.
Through our Outdoor Explorers program, including Pram Kinder for babies and Bush Kinder for older children, every child connects with nature every day.
Secure single-entry campuses, Blue Card–checked educators, and annual child-protection programs including Bravehearts Ditto.
Our Little Scholars family app sends photos, updates and milestone moments straight to your phone, so you never miss a beat of your child's day.
Onsite haircuts, dental check-ups, specialist appointments, take-home meals and more. Making life easier for busy Ipswich families.
Because our non-contact roles are staffed separately rather than counted in ratio, there are consistently more educators available to children than the regulations require.
Regular shared visits and activities connect our children with older members of the community, building empathy, confidence and joy across generations.
Our WonderNest program takes kindy children on short, guided virtual-reality adventures, from walking with dinosaurs to diving undersea, bringing classroom learning vividly to life.
Our educators plan around each child's interests, strengths and developmental stage, so learning feels like play, not a program on a timetable. It's an approach that builds confident, curious, capable children ready for school and for life.
Childcare fees in Ipswich depend on your child's age and the days they attend, and most families lower their out-of-pocket cost with the Australian Government's Child Care Subsidy (CCS). Eligible families may also access Free Kindy in the year before school. Use our CCS Calculator to estimate your subsidy and see what care could really cost your family.
Here's what Ipswich families say about our Karalee campus.
Our enrolments team is here to help. Get in touch to talk through waitlists, enrolments, fees and current availability at our Karalee and Augustine Heights campuses, and find the right fit for your family.
Little Scholars has two childcare campuses in the Ipswich region. Little Scholars Karalee, at 54 Arthur Summervilles Rd, Karalee, cares for children from 6 weeks to 5 years, runs a government-approved kindergarten program, offers before and after school care, and is rated Exceeding the National Quality Standard. Little Scholars Augustine Heights, at 61 Jones Road, Bellbird Park, was formerly Edge Early Learning Bellbird Park and cares for children from 6 weeks to school age while it moves across to a full Little Scholars campus.
| Campus | Address | Phone | Hours | Ages | Before and after school care | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Scholars Karalee | 54 Arthur Summervilles Rd, Karalee QLD 4306 | (07) 3544 0960 | Monday to Friday, 6am to 6pm | 6 weeks to 5 years | Yes, with pick-ups from Karalee State School | Exceeding the National Quality Standard |
| Little Scholars Augustine Heights | 61 Jones Road, Bellbird Park QLD 4300 | (07) 3556 0468 | Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 6:30pm | 6 weeks to school age | No | Moving across to Little Scholars |
Everything you need to know about our Karalee and Augustine Heights campuses.
We have two Ipswich campuses. Little Scholars Karalee is at 54 Arthur Summervilles Rd, Karalee QLD 4306, and welcomes families from Karalee, Chuwar, Barellan Point, Karana Downs, Mount Crosby and the surrounding suburbs. Little Scholars Augustine Heights is at 61 Jones Road, Bellbird Park QLD 4300, and looks after families from Augustine Heights, Bellbird Park, Redbank Plains, Collingwood Park and Springfield Lakes.
Yes. Little Scholars has taken over the campus at 61 Jones Road, Bellbird Park, which families knew as Edge Early Learning Bellbird Park. We are moving it across to a full Little Scholars campus over the coming months, bringing new resources and our Little Scholars programs. Same phone number: (07) 3556 0468.
Our Karalee campus provides childcare and early learning (long day care) for children from six weeks to five years old, across dedicated nursery, toddler, kindy and kindergarten programs. Before & after school care is also available as a separate service.
Our Karalee campus is open Monday to Friday, 6am to 6pm. Our Augustine Heights campus is open Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 6:30pm. Both are closed on weekends and public holidays.
Yes. Our Karalee campus runs a government-approved kindergarten program in the year before school, delivered by a qualified early childhood teacher. Many families are also eligible for Free Kindy funding. Learn more on our Kindergarten page, or ask our team when you book a tour.
Yes. Alongside our long day care, our Karalee campus offers before school care, after school care and vacation care in Ipswich for school-age children, with pick-ups from and drop-offs to Karalee State School. Contact our team for current availability. Our Augustine Heights campus cares for children from 6 weeks to school age and does not offer before and after school care or vacation care.
Yes. Nutritious three-course meals and snacks are prepared fresh on-site each day by our in-house chef, and are included in your daily fee. We cater carefully for allergies and dietary requirements. Nappies and wipes are also included for children who need them.
Yes, Little Scholars Karalee is CCS-approved. The subsidy reduces your daily fee based on your household income and activity, and our team can help you estimate your out-of-pocket cost before you enrol.
Childcare fees in Ipswich vary depending on your child's age and the number of days they attend. Little Scholars Karalee is approved for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), which lowers your out-of-pocket cost based on your family's income and activity level, and eligible families may also access Free Kindy in the year before school. Our team can give you an exact daily fee and estimate your subsidy when you book a tour.
All meals at our Karalee campus are prepared fresh on-site every day by our in-house chef, never delivered or reheated. We serve nutritious three-course meals and snacks, cater carefully for allergies and dietary requirements, and also offer Take-Home Meals so families can take a freshly cooked dinner home at the end of the day.
When comparing childcare centres in Ipswich, families usually weigh up the NQS quality rating, educator qualifications and consistency, safety and security, whether meals are freshly cooked on-site, the amount of outdoor and play-based learning, location and hours, and fees after the Child Care Subsidy. The best way to judge a campus is to visit: book a tour of Little Scholars Karalee to see our educators, meals and learning environment for yourself.
Families choose our Karalee campus for our in-house chef and fresh daily meals, more educators available to children than the regulations require, our Outdoor Explorers nature-based learning program, and signature experiences like our intergenerational program and WonderNest (guided virtual-reality adventures for kindy children). Add Take-Home Meals, consistent qualified educators and a genuine home–campus partnership through our Little Scholars family app, and learning that is play-based and follows each child's curiosity rather than a fixed timetable.
Child safety underpins everything we do. Our campus has secure, single-point entry, and every team member holds a current Blue Card with ongoing child-protection training. We meet and exceed the National Child Safe Standards, and children take part in the Bravehearts Ditto and Day for Daniel safety programs each year. Learn more on our Child Safety page.
Our Karalee campus is a convenient choice for families across Karalee, Chuwar, Barellan Point, Karana Downs, Mount Crosby, Riverview and the wider Ipswich and Brisbane-west region. Our Augustine Heights campus suits families in Augustine Heights, Bellbird Park, Redbank Plains, Collingwood Park and Springfield Lakes.
The best way to get a feel for our campus is to visit. Book a tour online or call Karalee on (07) 3544 0960 or Augustine Heights on (07) 3556 0468. After your visit, our team will help you complete enrolment and confirm availability for your preferred days.
Let us hold your hand and help looking for a child care centre. Leave your details with us and we’ll be in contact to arrange a time for a ‘Campus Tour’ and we will answer any questions you might have!
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