The TOP 10 BEST Early Childhood Development Programs in Brisbane QLD

Making Rainbows was developed by Bernadette James in 2015. She has years of experience teaching in Early Childhood, Primary and Special School settings. Over her teaching career, she’s recognised the benefits of using music as a learning tool and is passionate about delivering a stimulating, multi-sensory program for children from birth to 5 years. Studies have shown that exposure to music from a very young age increases abilities in many other areas including math and language. The relationship between music and brain development is very strong.

Playful Progress is a leading Allied Health Service Provider dedicated to delivering personalized care and support to empower individuals on their journey to improved health and well-being. With years of experience in the industry, our team of compassionate professionals is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of our clients. At Playful Progress, we believe in a holistic approach to health care, tailoring our services to meet the unique needs of each individual. Our comprehensive range of services includes occupational therapy, speech therapy, physiotherapy, and more, all designed to promote growth, development, and independence. Our mission is to create a supportive and nurturing environment where clients feel valued and understood. We work collaboratively with families and other healthcare providers to ensure a seamless and effective care experience.

Experience excellence in early childhood education at the heart of Herston with Bright Days Early Education. Discover our cutting-edge, three-story facility that provides excellent learning experiences for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. Featuring 14 engaging learning hubs, a comfortable parent lounge, and a chef's kitchen on-site, our centre is designed to meet the highest standards. Our outdoor play space, seamlessly accessible from every room, adds an extra dimension to the learning experience. Plus meet Rex the Dinosaur!

Eden Academy Bardon Our team, handpicked for their warmth and expertise, will be your child’s biggest cheerleaders, nurturing their social, emotional, and physical growth with every giggle, every question, and every muddy boot print.

We are a service that caters for children aged from 6 weeks to school entry age. We offer a kindergarten approved program that runs 52 weeks of the year and is run by a Bachelor Qualified teacher. We are open 6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday, 52 weeks of the year and we only close for weekends as well as Queensland Public Holidays. We are have reverse cycle air-conditioners which we are able to operate to cool the rooms in summer and warm the rooms in winter. Our centre is situated fairly close to the city, with a train and bus service within walking distance of the service for families who commute to the city for work. We operate under the Early Years Learning Framework that has been set nationally as well as of course the National Quality Standards and we obtained a rating of Meeting the National Quality Standard and we are continuing to grow our skills and knowledge in the hope that next Assessment and Rating we will get an Exceeding National Quality Standards. We also offer a service called StoryPark, which is a media platform that allows us to load stories, photos and videos of your child so that you can see them in real time so that you are kept up to date on your child’s knowledge, skills and interests. You can also load stories, pictures and videos of your child’s weekend and activities that you do outside of the service and we can try and extend and facilitate their learning here as well. This is a private service where only you can see you child’s information and not a third party. We provide nutritious and delicious meals, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack at 5pm - these are prepared off site and delivered fresh daily. We cater for individual dietary requirements like; Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegetarian and other needs as well. We also provide nappies, wipes, sunscreen and mosquito repellent.

C&K’s early childhood curriculum approach is used for children from birth to 5 in all our kindys and childcares. In the year before school, university-qualified teachers guide and support children to be curious, capable and collaborative learners. Our Infant and Toddler approach guides how we educate and care for our infants and toddlers. Our philosophy for this age is to slow down and be with your child as they are encouraged to explore the world. C&K recognises and respects the traditional custodians of Australia. We embrace and celebrate the diversity of children, families and communities across Queensland. We take the time to get to know you and your child, and provide places and spaces where everyone belongs.

Our brand new purpose-built Centre has been designed to provide the families within our community a warm, nurturing and caring early learning environment that is an extension of the family home. Our Centre honours the important role of the family and respects the trust that they place with our team. We believe in working together with our families to provide a relaxing environment that promotes quality care and education for every child, a place where they will be accepted for who they are and who they will become. Our team of highly qualified, caring and passionate educators ensure each child is made to feel, safe, confident and included. We support our local community and will work closely with the surrounding primary schools, preparing our children for their journey ahead. Our learning environments are designed to be flexible and to stimulate curiosity, allowing each child endless opportunities to discover, create, improvise and imagine.

We are so excited to announce that Children First Gaythorne 4 Weeks Free* Childcare when they enrol and start care before the 1st August, 2025! Contact our team on (07) 3159 4095 to find out more. Our childcare centre has been designed to serve the Gaythorne, Mitchelton, Enoggera, Alderley, Everton Park, Keperra and Grange communities with high-quality childcare and early education services. Our vision for Children First Gaythorne is that children always come first. All our decision making is centred around ensuring the needs, development, and wellbeing of the child is always our first priority.

Welcome to Mother Duck Childcare & Kindergarten Gaythorne! We provide rich educational programs for children and are committed to providing a support network for busy working families. Our Gaythorne child care centre acts as an extension of the home. We maintain ongoing links within the community through our centre programs. Our literacy-enriched program is enhanced with the support of the local library and our local school connections ensure that children transition successfully into prep.

Nestled off Edinburgh Castle Road, and set amongst a beautiful natural bush environment, Wavell Heights Kindergarten is a hidden gem in the local community. The service has a rating of ‘Exceeding’ in the National Quality Standard (NQS) – a national benchmark for early childhood education and care services in Australia. This is testament to the exceptional care, dedication and passion the educators offer each child through their learning journey at this beautiful community kindergarten.

Welcome to Milestones Early Learning Brookside, our qualified educators and teachers are trained in the Lifelong Learning Curriculum for ages 0-5. We nurture a lifelong love of learning through a combination of play-based and intentional teaching experiences which help your child develop Social Connectivity, Emotional Confidence, Foundational Learning and Physical Health and Wellbeing. We provide individual care and attention to children in our baby nursery, toddler program, and Kindergarten/Preschool, ensuring they receive the best possible start to their early education. We also offer flexible care options that suit the routines of busy families. Our university qualified early childhood professionals are on staff, focusing on school readiness to prepare your child for their next educational step. You can stay connected with your child's progress and receive updates about their day through our family communication app, Storypark.