Kawana
Journey Early Learning Kawana
Centre Hours
6:30am - 6:00pm - Monday to Friday
Our Facilities
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Spacious rooms with natural light
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Free coffee & snacks for parents
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Shady grassed outdoor play areas
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Never miss a moment with our Storypark app to keep you in the loop
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Delicious and nutritious meals
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Endless supplies of nappies, meals, bedding, sunscreen and cuddles
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Journey Early Learning Kawana is where your child’s journey begins. Recently transitioned from Farm Street Early Learning – Rockhampton, we continue to provide a nurturing environment filled with curiosity, wonder and joy. It’s a place where children aged from six weeks to six years of age can make a positive start to a life of learning, development, growth and opportunity.
Journey Kawana is a warm and homely early learning centre that inspires adventure and joy. The centre is designed around your little explorer and play-based learning. That means getting messy, digging in the dirt and playing in amongst the gardens. Our play spaces inspire children to work together with their friends to conquer milestones with confidence. We encourage our children to test their boundaries, while helping them to achieve different outcomes.
We feel it’s important to inspire our little adventurers and support the local community. That’s why we’ve developed special relationships with local organisations and venture out on regular bush kinder excursions into the local parklands, to immerse ourselves in nature-based play.
From peek-a-boo to prep, we’re here every step of the way.
School transition is a major focus, and we work hard to ensure this is a smooth process. By providing a safe and secure environment, our children develop confidence, resilience and a strong sense of self for the school journey ahead.
In order to ensure every child is prepared for school, our Kindergarten classrooms are intentionally designed by our Teachers to align with the Journey Standards and the Early Years Learning Framework and Curriculum. Our Government Approved Funded 3 and 4-Year-Old Kindergarten Classrooms are run by ACCEQA approved Early Childhood Teachers and Qualified Educators. Children enrolling in our 4-Year-Old Kinder Program are provided with ongoing support from teachers in preparation for school through our School Readiness Program.
Did you know that your child can attend Journey from 6 weeks to their first day of school?
We’ve designed a helpful Child Care Subsidy calculator so you can discover more about your government entitlements. Need help? We’re here to chat, just book an appointment below.
Meet Nicola, our acting Centre Manager.
As an experienced Educational Leader, Nicola is leading our centre in our Centre Manager, Katelyn’s absence. With more than 19 years of experience in the childcare industry and a Diploma in Children’s Services, Nicola brings a deep passion for early childhood education and a strong commitment to supporting both children and educators.
“I’ve been working in the childcare industry for over 19 years and hold a Diploma in Children’s Services. Over the years, I’ve developed a real passion for early childhood education, particularly curriculum planning that is guided by children’s voices, interests and play.”
Nicola believes that meaningful relationships are at the heart of a great early learning environment. She values building strong partnerships with families and the wider community to ensure the best outcomes for every child.
“I believe the most important aspect of working with families is building strong, respectful partnerships based on trust, open communication and shared goals for the children’s development.”
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Community activities
Interacting and connecting with the local community, ensures a bond is maintained between the children and the community, creating a sense of familiarity and belonging. It sets a rewarding scene for every child to rightfully respect their local environment.
Exploring nature-based play
Children love getting out and exploring in nature. It really is the greatest teacher. Nature based play is a core part of our curriculum. That’s because it teaches them vital life skills including confidence, independence, exploration and cooperation. Playing outside also promotes health and wellbeing and teaches them respect for the environment.
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