Avenues Early Learning Centre Norman Park offers long day care for children aged six weeks to school age. With an experienced team, thoughtfully designed learning spaces and a play-based curriculum, the centre encourages children to explore their interests, build meaningful relationships and discover the joy of learning.
The centre aims to create a home away from home where children feel safe, supported and valued. Its educators recognise each child as a unique and capable individual, providing opportunities to develop confidence, independence and a sense of belonging.
Centre Information
- Location: Norman Park
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 6.30am to 6pm
- Ages: Six weeks to school age
- Type of care: Long day care
- Centre size: 157 places
- Meals: Nutritious, chef-prepared meals made onsite
- Nappies: Provided
- National Quality Standard rating: Meeting
Learning Spaces and Outdoor Play
Avenues Norman Park’s learning environments give children room to investigate, create, imagine and solve problems. The centre features a dedicated STEM and Engineering Room, an Art Atelier, a children’s library and learning areas designed to spark curiosity.
Large outdoor playgrounds provide further opportunities for exploration and hands-on play. Across these spaces, children are encouraged to develop independence, follow their interests and build a lasting love of learning.
Play-Based Learning and Enrichment Programs
The centre’s educational philosophy brings together child-led exploration, meaningful relationships and hands-on experiences. Children can take part in art, a music program, language classes, sustainability initiatives, sensory exploration and activities that connect them with the community.
Children’s voices are an important part of the program. Educators encourage them to make choices, express their ideas and actively participate in their learning.
Supporting Children’s Emotional Wellbeing
Avenues Norman Park places importance on emotional wellbeing alongside academic development. Through a focus on emotional literacy, children’s rights, friendships and self-regulation, educators help children develop resilience, empathy and confidence.
The centre’s long-term staff work to create a nurturing, welcoming environment where children feel supported to be themselves.
Queensland Government-Approved Kindergarten Program
The centre’s Queensland Government-approved Kindergarten Program helps prepare children for the transition to school. The program focuses on school readiness, independence, social skills, early literacy, numeracy and executive functioning.
These experiences support children to approach school feeling confident, capable and excited about what comes next.
Working Together with Families
Families are valued partners in their child’s learning at Avenues Norman Park. Educators work with parents to celebrate milestones, share achievements and build strong connections between home and the centre.
With nutritious meals prepared onsite, dedicated educators and enriching learning experiences, the centre aims to create a community where friendships grow, individuality is embraced and childhood memories are made.
What Families Say About Avenues Norman Park
“The warmth and kindness of every educator is reflected in the children. The friendships they’ve helped nurture are incredibly special, and it’s obvious how much time and care goes into creating such a calm, inclusive and welcoming environment. It’s not just somewhere my children attend, it’s a community they truly belong to.
“Over the past year I’ve also loved seeing the centre continue to evolve. Whether it’s the engaging learning spaces, the sustainability initiatives, giving children a genuine voice in their learning, or the little touches that make families smile, like surprise hot chocolate packs on Pyjama Day, Norman Park Avenues consistently goes above and beyond to create meaningful experiences for both children and parents.”
“Over the years, we have watched Evie become more confident and independent. Much of this can be attributed to the wonderful educators and staff at Avenues Norman Park. She has made some great friendships, learned to care for others and developed a real love of learning.
“We have also seen a huge improvement in her communication and more recently in her literacy, numeracy and school readiness. We know that every educator she has had along the way has played a huge role in her overall development.
“We have also really appreciated the effort the centre puts into creating experiences that go beyond the normal day-to-day program. Avenues Norman Park offers a broad range of extra-curricular activities, allowing the children to try various sports during their time at the centre.
“In addition, the centre has created several great initiatives such as raising butterflies, gardening, caring for Pandora (the centre dog), the Children’s Student Council, the Kindy Barber and parent progress meetings. These are all examples of the thoughtful things that make Avenues feel like a genuine community. Even the commemorative tea towels are a lovely touch and something we will treasure.”
“From day one, I have felt so comfortable and confident leaving my son in their care. He is happy, thriving and genuinely excited to go each day. The educators are warm, attentive and treat him like family.
“Knowing he is so loved and well cared for gives me such peace of mind. I am incredibly grateful.”
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