Little Bush Village in Paddington, Brisbane, provides a nurturing space where children can explore, learn, and thrive through intentional, mindful, nature-based experiences and discovery, building meaningful relationships, and learning every day.
Little Bush Village values every part of their village and continuously work to build a connected sense of love and belonging in each of their little villagers; from their inner selves to their relationships with each other and their educators, to the broader community, and on to their place and interaction with the seasons and natural world.
Little Bush Village Parent Fact Sheet
Education type: Long Day Care & Kindergarten
Days and Hours of Operation: 7am – 6pm, Monday – Friday
Ages of care: 0 to 6 years
Staff ratio: Above standard. One educator at least per room extra than guidelines recommend.
Food provided: Morning and afternoon tea is provided. Parents to pack their own children’s lunch.
Allergy considerations: This is a nut- and egg-free centre. The centre is also allergy-aware.
Nappies provided: Yes
National Quality Standards (NQS) Rating: Meeting (2024)
Size: 5 rooms (Koalas 0-2yrs, Wombats 2-3yrs, Possums 3-3.5/4yrs, Roos 3.5/4-6yrs) plus 600m2 of brand new outdoor nature playscape
Point of difference: Indoor and Outdoor Nature Play all day long, Holistic Nature Play Complimentary Community Sessions locally, Artist in Residence offering specialised art programs to children weekly, Mindfulness for Kids through yoga, music and art, and Approved Kindergarten Program, chickens and visiting animals to love, veggie patch and fruit trees to harvest, casual care options by the hour/day.
About Little Bush Village
Explore our nature-inspired learning environment and see how we support children to feel calm, capable, connected and confident.
At Little Bush Village, we understand how important it is for families to find the right early learning community, one that feels like a true extension of home. We are proud to provide a warm, nurturing environment where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired every day. We are a Child Caring Collective that brings together educators, families and specialists to create environments where children truly thrive. We understand childcare is about more than caring for children during the day. Families need flexibility, trust and support. That’s why we focus on consistent educators, strong communication, flexible care options, individual learning plans and family-focused support.
Every decision we make is guided by a deep respect for childhood and a commitment to thoughtful, high-quality care.
A childcare community created by families, for families. Experience the Little Bush Village difference…
Indoor and Outdoor Play
Children can move between indoor and outdoor play throughout the day. Outdoor play continues in most weather conditions, including light rain, as we believe rainy days can be just as fun and enriching. Please pack several sets of spare clothes and an extra jumper during the cooler months.
Artist in Residence
Our in-house Artist in Residence, Laura Crane, provides engaging creative experiences for children through both small and large group sessions.
Yoga for Kids
Daily in-house yoga sessions are offered across all age groups, supporting movement, balance, mindfulness and wellbeing.
Bush Kindy
Our brand new nature-based Bush Kindy playscape and program gives children opportunities to explore, learn and connect with the natural environment.
Veggie Patch and Chickens
We nurture healthy bodies and minds through yoga, mindfulness, cooking and gardening. Our garden-to-table approach helps children learn about self-care, nutrition and the joy of fresh food. Children are encouraged to understand where food comes from, take part in simple cooking experiences and build positive habits from an early age.
Nature-rich environments
Little Bush Village’s beautiful, nature-rich environments provide children with endless opportunities for purposeful, child-centred play, both indoors and outdoors.
Each learning space has been thoughtfully designed to support children’s developmental needs at every stage –
- Koalas One (0–2 months) provides a nurturing environment focused on secure attachments, responsive care and sensory exploration while supporting movement, communication, confidence and early independence.
- Wombats (2–3 years) encourages curiosity, language development and growing independence through play, while
- Possums (3–3.5/4 years) focuses on friendships, creativity, collaboration and inquiry-based learning.
- The Roo’s Kindergarten program (3.5/4-6 years) prepares children for school through play, leadership opportunities and meaningful learning experiences.
From gardening and caring for the centre’s chickens to building, creating, sensory play and exploring natural materials, everyday experiences encourage children to develop problem-solving skills, resilience, creativity and a deep connection with the natural world. Little Bush Village’s nurturing educators support children through positive relationships and meaningful interactions while allowing their ideas and interests to guide the day.
Social & emotional wellbeing
Little Bush Village places a strong focus on children’s social and emotional wellbeing.
Staff thoughtfully balance routines, meals, rest, and group experiences with plenty of uninterrupted time for children to explore and immerse themselves in play. They believe that when children feel calm, connected and genuinely valued, they are free to learn, grow and discover their full potential.
Little Bush Village is more than an early learning centre; it is a little village where children, educators and families come together to build meaningful relationships, nurture curiosity and create a lifelong love of learning and the natural world.
Testimonials
“Little Bush Village have been a breath of fresh air since taking over the Paddington centre a couple of months ago. The team goes above and beyond to provide high-quality care, ensuring my girls are not only safe and well cared for, but also engaged in learning and inspired to explore. Both my 18 month old and four year old come home so happy, with plenty of stories to share about their adventures. The environment is beautiful, natural and calming, and the team has already transformed the centre so much. We couldn’t be happier!”
“The way Lizzie and the team have transformed the Centre is wonderful. My daughter loves the nature focused play. The educators are lovely.”
“Only positives to say, an important component to my daughter’s happiness and development. Lizzie (owner) is a big presence at the centre. Her passion is clear from her approach to the design, operations and management of the centre, the high calibre of staff she employs, focus on ensuring staff are treated fairly and respectfully and most importantly she genuinely loves kids. The passion she has continues with each of the staff members and their approach to care, nurture and educate our kids. The centre is stunning – raw and natural materials with playful, considered landscaping in the works. Most importantly, my daughter (3 y.o) is keen to go to daycare in the morning, full of stories at dinner time. She’s regulated at pick up and her development has benefited from her care at LBV.”
Little Bush Village is located at 100 Enoggera Terrace, Paddington.
Find out more and book your free tour via the Little Bush Village website, or give them a call on (07) 3369 0099.
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