The year that changes everything. Developing skills and a genuine love of learning so every child arrives at prep confident, curious and authentically themselves.
Our Kindergarten program is designed for children aged four and over, offering a play-based, holistic approach to learning in the year before school. Delivered by qualified Early Childhood Teachers, the program builds school readiness through early language, literacy and numeracy while nurturing confidence, independence and social skills.
Through engaging, hands-on experiences, children develop self-regulation, cooperation, problem-solving abilities, and both gross and fine motor skills. We encourage meaningful friendships, celebrate diverse cultures and support every child through a positive transition to Prep and beyond.
Our research-backed kindergarten program at Little Scholars is designed by degree-qualified Early Childhood Teachers, and shaped by the children themselves.
Little Scholars offer a range of extracurriculars, excursions, and incursions for our Kindergarten children.
Note: Specific inclusions may vary slightly by location. Contact your nearest campus for full list.
Gentle movement and breathing woven into the day — helping children self-regulate and feel calm.
Outdoor excursions into parks and natural spaces, building resilience and a love of nature.
Hands-on cooking that builds maths, fine motor skills and a healthy relationship with food.
Songs, instruments and dance that build rhythm, listening and language every day.
Science, technology, engineering and maths activities that spark curiosity and critical thinking.
Connecting children with older community members to foster empathy and meaningful relationships.
Immersive VR experiences that spark wonder and open up worlds beyond the classroom.
Growing vegetables and tending plants teaches responsibility, patience and care for the environment.
Fun movement sessions that build gross motor skills, teamwork and a love of being active.
Creative drawing and storytelling that build early literacy and self-expression for Prep.
Starting Prep is huge, for them and for you. At Little Scholars, we build a proper, year-long transition program that takes the guesswork out of one of the biggest moments of their little life.
Before the year ends, your child's ECT prepares a formal transitional statement and shares it with their incoming school — so their Prep teacher already knows who they are and how they learn.
We organise multiple visits to the school your child will be attending so they become familiar with the building, the playground, and the faces so none of it is a huge surprise on day one of Prep.
The unsung hero of school readiness. Opening a lunchbox sounds simple. It isn't. We run dedicated Lunchbox Days where kids practice the fine art of independent eating - unclipping containers, unwrapping snacks, and actually finishing their food before the bell.
Holding a pencil correctly, forming letters, learning to write their name. These skills take time and practice and we build them in from day one of kindy, not week one of Prep.
Making friends. Navigating conflict. Managing big feelings. Understanding that things don't always go your way — and that's okay. This is the work that matters most, and we do it every single day.
A formal transitional statement is prepared by your child's Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) and passed directly to their Prep teacher, so the relationship between kindy and school is seamless.
Transition to school isn't a moment. It's a year-long process. We start preparing your child from day one of kindy. By the time they walk through those school gates, they won't just be ready... they'll be excited!
The Queensland Government’s Free Kindy program covers 15 hours per week for 40 weeks per year (during school terms) for children attending a government-approved kindergarten program like ours.
Savings per year
Up to ~$4,600*
Hours funded
15 hrs/week x 40 weeks
Who qualifies
Any QLD child turning 4 by 30 June in the year before school
What you need to do
Contact us to enrol!
Kindergarten spaces fill up fast, so we recommend securing your child’s space early.
Our Kindergarten Studios support children to become confident, capable learners as they prepare for school. Through play-based experiences, children build literacy, numeracy, creativity and problem-solving skills while exploring environments that encourage independence, collaboration and discovery, both indoors and outdoors.
Little Scholars Kindergarten across Gold Coast, Brisbane, Redland Bay and Ipswich includes everything your child needs. Specific inclusions may vary by campus.
Three-course meals and snacks prepared fresh onsite daily by a qualified chef, approved by Nutrition Australia.
All nappies and wipes included in your daily fee — no need to pack them.
Music, yoga, cooking, STEM, sport and gardening woven into the weekly program at no extra cost.
Outdoor Explorers program, STEM projects and our Intergenerational Grandfriends Program.
Photos, learning moments and daily summaries sent directly to your phone via the Little Scholars family app.
Experienced, trained early childhood educators who build genuine, lasting relationships with your child.
On-site haircuts, dental checkups, specialist appointments and take-home meals — all part of the village.
Innovative programs that spark curiosity and lay the foundations for lifelong learning.
We’re here to make your child’s transition to school positive, supported and full of excitement for what’s ahead. Our Little Scholars campuses across Gold Coast, Brisbane, Redland Bay and Ipswich are enrolling now for kindergarten children aged 4-5 years.
Little Scholars offer a range of inclusions in the daily fee.
Note: Specific inclusions may vary slightly by location. Contact your nearest campus for full list of inclusions.
At Little Scholars, we provide our incredible four-year-olds with opportunities for experiment and play, and help them get ready for the next big step in their lives – Prep.
Our degree-qualified early childhood teachers (ECT) plan daily activities in kindergarten that encourage curiosity, creativity, self-expression and socialisation in every child. We believe that learning should be fun, so each day is filled with educational play experiences designed to engage, challenge and delight your little explorer.
Four-year-olds in kindy begin to prepare for prep by learning important skills such as developing reading, writing and numeracy, using language to communicate ideas, feelings and needs, becoming more independent and confident in their abilities, and more.
Our curriculum is created jointly with our children. Our four-year-olds are provided the time and space to explore, imagine, create, problem solve and develop social groups, and guided by educators to find their individual learning journey.
Read about our transition to school program:
We practice life skills such as using the toilet independently, getting dressed and putting on shoes, opening lunch boxes and drink bottles, packing up after play, improve fine motor skills with activities like using scissors, holding pencils/crayons between thumb and two fingers, help physical development with activities like climbing playgrounds and obstacle courses, running, hoping and jumping with increasing agility.
We believe getting out in nature is important for our little scholars, so Little Scholars get out regularly into the bush and to the beach to play, learn and interact with the great outdoors on bush and beach kinder. We also provide other exceptional extra-curricular programs by experts in their field to get energetic bodies and minds moving, including music and dance classes, sports, swimming lessons, and more.
Most importantly, our four-year-olds learn through play, and we make sure there’s ample time for play, art, dance and creativity. We foster their imagination and discovery with endless resources and creative play opportunities.
Our Brisbane and Gold Coast childcare centres provide a safe, caring and educational environment that encourages children to be curious, creative and confident.
Our first priority is the growth and development of your child; we nurture, teach and guide your child to developing all the skills that will allow them to succeed in life. Contact us today to book a tour of one of our Brisbane or Gold Coast campuses – we look forward to meeting you!
We adore the endless stream of questions that little ones bring to us every day! From an early education standpoint, we want children to learn at every opportunity. Children are inquisitive beings, and they have lots to learn! At Little Scholars, we cherish this innate curiosity in children and strive to foster a lifelong passion for learning.
As parents and educators, we understand that some questions from our little ones can catch us off guard, leaving us searching for the right words to provide age-appropriate answers. We’re here to lend a helping hand, so let’s tackle a few of these tough questions together!
“Everything about Little Scholars is about the children. It’s amazing to be surrounded by passionate educators that love making a difference for the children.”
We know it can be hard to come up with easy, quick things to do with your children, so we thought we’d share a favourite of our little scholars. Learn how to make your own moon sand in minutes with a few of these kitchen staples!
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We are committed to your child’s care, education and development each and every day. We pride ourselves on the level of care we offer and the difference we are making in your child’s life for a better tomorrow.
There's a reason nine out of 10 families who visit our campuses choose to enrol. Your child's journey to discover starts here.
Shannon tells us how his son Charlie has built wonderful relationships with his educators, his friends and even his family during his time at Little Scholars.
Matty tells us how Little Scholars has helped his children gain independence and allow his wife and him to maintain a balance with their professional lives!
Our Little Scholars dads share how their children have blossomed in our care!
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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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