At Little Scholars, we are proud to be leaders in Ipswich childcare. Our mission is to deliver an exceptional educational experience through the power of play, equipping your child with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in life. For more than a decade we’ve been serving families across the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Redlands, and now Ipswich, our 17 campuses offer a nurturing and stimulating environment designed for every child’s learning, play, and growth.
Each Little Scholars campus is crafted to lay a strong foundation for your child’s future, fostering a lifelong love of learning, and our childcare centre in Ipswich is no different. We recognise the critical importance of these early years and are dedicated to creating spaces where children can explore their potential, develop their abilities, and cultivate a sense of curiosity and joy in learning. Our childcare centre in Ipswich offers a safe and engaging environment where your child can flourish.
Our early learning centre in Ipswich is committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where your child can thrive. The campus is designed to support holistic development, blending fun and education seamlessly. With expansive outdoor play areas and state-of-the-art facilities, we ensure that each day is filled with opportunities for your child to learn, play, and grow.
Our team of early learning educators is skilled in guiding play to ensure it is both enjoyable and educational. We are passionate about early childhood education and are committed to setting a strong foundation for each child’s future. By integrating play into every aspect of our curriculum, we create a dynamic learning environment that supports cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Become a part of the Little Scholars community, where we are devoted to shaping bright futures. Our Ipswich childcare centre is tailored to meet the needs of every child, ensuring they receive the best start in life. By choosing Little Scholars, you are investing in an early childhood education that prioritises your child’s growth and development in a loving and supportive setting. Book a tour today.
From your baby's very first days to their first day of school, our Karalee campus gives 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.
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, nurturing 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 daycare that feels like an extension of home.
Little Scholars in Ipswich — here's where to find us. Families are warmly welcomed at our Karalee campus, with more locations planned across the region.
Prefer to call? Reach the campus directly on (07) 3544 0960.
The benefits that set our Karalee campus 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, specialists appointments, take-home meals and more. Making life easier for busy Ipswich families.
Our Ipswich campus staffs above the required educator-to-child ratios, so there are more hands, every day.
Regular shared visits and activities connect our children with older members of the community — building empathy, confidence and joy across generations.
Our WonderNest VR 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.
Explore our thoughtfully crafted learning environments and programs designed to inspire creativity, learning, and exploration
Rated 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews — here's what Ipswich families say about our Karalee campus.
Little Scholars has been amazing for my family. Our daughter just finished kindy here, and our son is now in his second year of daycare and absolutely loves it. The educators are so supportive and informative.
Such a wonderful team, beautiful yards, so many natural resources and an amazing chef! One of his favourite yards is the bike yard. I really appreciate your hard work and how friendly you are to everyone.
From the moment my children walk through the doors, they're greeted with the biggest smiles and so much genuine warmth. The educators go above and beyond every day — not just teaching, but truly caring for the children like they're their own.
Everything you need to know 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 campus, and find the right fit for your family.
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
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