We have been completely delighted with the level of care and attention to personal needs that our daughter has received across the three years she has been attending. When she started, and was struggling with drop off, and felt safest indoors. She was happy for me to drop her off inside the room, and for an educator to then join her once I had left. All of the educators were very accommodating in this regard. They then expanded on this by having an open-door indoor/outdoor play setup for several weeks while she was starting out. She may not have realised how much this helped at the time, but we certainly did. Even when she was struggling a bit in the beginning, dealing with everything being different and learning a new language and such, I never had ANY worries about leaving her there. She ALWAYS told me about the wonderful things she learned and did that day, and her face lit up when talking about the people (educators and children alike). Our son is the same. For both of them, daycare is a clearly a place of joy, and we are very grateful for that. The day-to-day care and facilities are already head and shoulders above what I expected, and what I hear from other parents (around the world), but the “special occasion” activities are just the cherry on top. Between silkworms, baking activities, community garden, Geckoes Wildlife, the Ditto Show, Lucas Proudfoot, fire brigade visits, and of course the Kindy excursions to GOMA and QPAC this year, we are continually amazed by the things the kids get to experience. I only really have one “gripe”, and even that has a lot of caveats. I am well aware that these slight misunderstandings come from a combination of cultural factors, languages spoken, as well as the fact that we generally try to phrase things in a positive light. The educators are presumably frequently faced with parents not wanting to hear criticism of their child. I completely understand, and accept that this is a reasonable way to handle a difficult topic. That said, I don’t always know how to interpret what educators tell me about my children. For example, if I am told “there was an incident with another child, nobody was hurt, but there were some social casualties”, I don’t know if I should read that as “Your child was being a brat and others justifiably didn’t like that” OR “someone else was unkind to your child and her reaction was understandable but a bit strong”. I don’t have a solution for this, just something to be aware of.

This childcare centre has exceeded every expectation I had for care for my child. As a first time parent I was so worried about letting my daughter go into childcare, and I wondered how she would go. I toured other daycares and while they seemed fine, I was hoping for something exceptional. That is what I found in Margaret Cribb. The centre is managed outstandingly, with many staff staying on for years. Against a backdrop of high turnover in daycare this is a testament to how Margaret Cribb is run. The educators are outstanding, and the love and attention they give each child blows me away. The ratios are great, and the grounds are massive with tonnes of room for kids to roam and explore and play. Also my daughter, who is a fussy eater, hoovers up the food. The daycare is run as a not for profit, and in fact has parents on its board. Perhaps this is why the focus can consistently be on the children. I have been so impressed that I joined the board. Highly recommended to any parent, child, or family.

Great place, exceptional reception!

Our daughter was here from 6 months to two years and we loved the whole experience. The educators are wonderful, and the centre itself is like paradise - gleaming new with a huge central outdoor play space with real grass, chickens, lots of trees and in a beautiful setting on the UQ campus by the river. Lots of fun educational activities, and low staff turnover. The educators really love what they do. All for an amazing price. If you can get in you should jump at the chance! Thank you Margaret Cribb for putting Jude on such a sure footing, we will miss you!!

Margaret Cribb has professional and caring educators who take best care of my child. I really love that they offer meal catering too.

A beautiful centre with amazing staff who create a welcoming community. Our kids love it here

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