Nursery

0-2 years
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Nursery 0-15 Months

A SAFE HAVEN FOR YOUR LITTLE ONES TO EXPLORE, LEARN AND GROW.

Why our Nursery Families trust Little Scholars

Individual routines, supervised rest, and educators who really know your baby.

Leaving your baby in someone else’s care is a big step, and we take that responsibility seriously. Our nursery program is designed to feel like a second home, where your baby feels safe, secure and deeply cared for every day.

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Nurturing connections

Qualified, consistent educators helping babies feel emotionally secure, ease separation and build lasting trust.

Tailored to your baby

Individual routines for sleep, bottles and meals, plus experiences planned around your baby’s interests and developmental stage.

Play-based learning

Sensory play, music, movement and language-rich interactions that nurture curiosity and early brain development.

Family partnership

Daily communication and updates so you always know how your baby’s day has unfolded.

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Where Learning Comes to Life

Exploring the learning havens for our Little Scholars

Our Nursery Environments

Our nursery is calm and inviting, thoughtfully designed to support your baby’s wellbeing and growing
independence. Inside you’ll find cosy rest areas, soft spaces for tummy time, low shelves with curated
resources, and spots for music, books and creative play. Outdoors, babies enjoy natural play spaces with
grass, sand, water play and gentle slopes, plus age-appropriate climbing.

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Learning through play in our nursery

Sensory play with different textures, sounds, lights and natural materials.

Songs, stories and conversations to support early language and connection.

Movement developing gross and fine motor skills through tummy time, rolling, supported sitting, grasping, crawling, and safe climbing.

Social play turn taking and early friendships with other babies and toddlers.

Warm Routines.
Bright Beginnings.

We follow your baby’s existing routine as closely as possible, adjusting sleep, feeding and care rhythm as their needs change. Educators regularly track milestones and share progress with you, working together on next steps like transitioning to solids, self-feeding, or dropping naps.

With open communication and gentle collaboration, we become an extension of your family, supporting your baby’s wellbeing and growth while giving you peace of mind.

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A day in the life in our Nursery Studios

We understand that babies don’t do strict schedules, so we don’t force one.

We follow your baby’s rhythm. Feed. Play. Sleep. Repeat. Gently.

Our typical daily rhythm

Arrivals and Settle
(6:30 – 9:00)

– Warm handover and routine check (feeds/sleep)
– Cuddles and settle-in floor play

Morning Rhythm
(9:00 – 11:00)

– Bottle/solids as per your babies routine
– Nappies and comfort checks
– Sensory play (textures, baskets, songs)
– Fresh air (pram kinder / outdoor time)

Lunch and Rest
(11:00 – 2:30)

– Lunch/solids (as appropriate)
– Stories and quiet songs
– Supervised rest and naps (following individual routines)

Afternoon Rhythm
(2:30 – 6:30)

– Gentle wake-up
– Snack/bottle
– Music and movement
– Age-appropriate climbing and obstacle play
– Pick-up handover with summary of the day (feeds, naps, mood, moments)

Pram Kinder: Nature Adventures for our Littlest Scholars

Even our youngest little scholars enjoy the outdoors through our Pram Kinder experiences, part of our Outdoor Explorers program.

Babies and toddlers head out in our four-seat prams with their educators to soak up the sights and sounds of the local community.

These calm, sensory-rich outings support early brain development, emotional regulation and a lifelong connection to nature, even before children can walk.

What’s included at Little Scholars?

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.

Key inclusions:

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Infant Childcare in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Redland Bay and Ipswich

A safe haven for your little ones to explore, learn and grow

Little Scholars is proud to offer infant childcare to the Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich and Redland Bay regions. We offer a range of services for children from six weeks to two years old, with experienced and qualified educators providing quality education and care for your little ones.

We understand that leaving your baby with others can be difficult, which is why our campuses have been designed to be comfortable, in a nurturing learning environment where infants can thrive. We provide stimulating activities and experiences tailored to the individual needs and abilities of each child, so they can reach their full potential.

Tailored Learning Experiences

Every child is unique

At Little Scholars, we believe that every child is unique, and we tailor our services to meet the individual needs and abilities of each child. Our educators plan experiences that focus on movement skills, language development, and strengthening of developmental milestones based on the interests of the babies and research.

We use play-based learning to foster your baby’s natural curiosity, allowing them to explore their environment and experiment with new concepts using all five senses. We provide them with a plethora of sensory activities, various materials and textures, and open-ended resources that offer a hands-on approach to their learning.

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Care and connections

Building strong connection

In the nursery, we focus on building strong connections between our educators, infants, and families, which eases the transition period of separation for the child from their parent.

Our dedicated educators form bonds with the babies, ensuring plenty of one-on-one time with each child, reading, playing, and cuddling to develop trust and connection. They also focus on building heartfelt, trusting relationships with your family.

By connecting closely with you, we learn about your baby’s unique routines, preferences, and needs. Together, we create a seamless bridge between home and our nurturing environment, making sure mealtimes, naps, and play are consistent and comforting. With open communication and gentle collaboration, we become an extension of your family, supporting your baby’s wellbeing and growth while giving you peace of mind.

Play-Based Learning

Playtime is essential for a child’s growth

At Little Scholars, we believe that playtime is essential for a child’s growth and development, and we have designed our campuses with that in mind. Our stunning campuses have expansive rooms and large outdoor playgrounds complete with water features, sandpits, climbing equipment, and more.

This ensures that your baby will have plenty of opportunity to explore, learn, and make new friends. Each campus has been custom-built to suit the needs of the local community and families, making your child feel right at home from day one.

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Health & Wellness

A healthy and happy child is a thriving child

We believe that a healthy and happy child is a thriving child. Our programs for babies include outdoor pram walks, weekly music and dance classes, fresh-cooked, nutritionist-approved meals with local ingredients made especially for babies by our in-house chef, and age-appropriate climbing and obstacle equipment. These programs encourage movement, helping develop and build muscle, balance, coordination, motor skills, problem-solving, and more.

Our babies don’t miss out on fun just because they’re little, programs for babies include:

Safety and happiness

Your baby’s safety and happiness are our top priorities

When they’re old enough they can begin to take advantage of our extra-curricular programs, which include outdoor pram walks, music and dance classes, sports, and more. We will also teach them to be environmental warriors, as at Little Scholars, we take our environmental commitment very seriously, and we believe in instilling these values in the younger generation.

Your baby’s safety and happiness are our top priorities, and we are committed to providing the best possible infant childcare services across the South East Queensland. We’d love to welcome you and your little one into our warm and nurturing family.

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Where Learning Comes to Life

A preview of our Nursery Studios at Little Scholars
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Your Baby’s Early Learning Journey Starts Here​

Book a tour at your nearest campus today!

Whether you’re preparing to return to work or simply want a nurturing environment for your baby to grow, our experienced team is here to become part of your village and help you every step of the way.

Our Little Scholars Campuses are enrolling now for babies aged 6-weeks – 1 year. Ready to book a visit? See the Nursery in action, meet our educators and learn about the Little Scholars difference. 

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