Our centre offers the QLD Government-approved ‘Free Kindy’ Program.

At Pelicans, your child will benefit from the QLD ‘Free Kindy’ Government-approved program as part of our enhanced learning program. Our Kindergarten program will support your child’s learning, development, and well-being for now, at school and beyond. We tailor our Kindergarten program across:

- Numeracy

- Literacy

- Emotional and Social Development

- Self regulation

- Healthy minds and bodies

The added benefits of our Kindergarten program include:

- QLD ‘Free Kindy’ Government-approved program

- Extended opening hours

- Open all year round (excl public holidays)

- Programs developed and delivered by our Early Childhood Teachers

- Exclusive music and movement program for self-regulation

“Let the child be the scriptwriter, director and the actor in their own play” - Magda Gerber

Nursery Space: 6 weeks – 2 years

Learning starts from before birth, and our Educators have created a welcoming and nurturing nursery environment where each baby feels safe to explore and discover new things - through their senses, their communication and cues (body language, facial expression and sounds) and by experimenting. On any given day you can see the nursery children engaging in all types of play, water play, music time, story time and more. Every day provides a brand new, exciting adventure for our babies to support their development, learning and wellbeing!

Toddler Space: 2 - 3 years

Our teachers and educators encourage the children to learn through play to help enhance their sensory-motor development. This happens through carefully planned music, dance, games and reading experiences.

On any given day the Toddler children can be seen developing their numeracy by building a tower, sorting objects, pointing and identifying shapes and patterns and participating in counting songs and games.

Children in our toddler space are encouraged to participate in group play. Group play is important as it helps our toddlers develop important social skills such as, turn taking, developing self confidence and emotional self regulation. Our team helps children through talking, planning and role modelling.

Kindergarten Space: 3 – 6 years

Kindergarten is a unique time for learning with peers and developing skills for later learning including confidence and curiosity, important skills for starting school. Our play-based program encourages active engagement in learning and supports a range of positive developmental outcomes including resilience, independence, critical thinking and creativity.

The oral language supports literacy learning. A child’s oral language ability is the best predictor for later success in learning to read and write. Hearing the sounds within a language is the first critical step for all literacy learning. Our team supports our Kindergarten children's development by engaging in rich discussions, introducing new vocabulary as part of everyday conversations, as well as singing, playing games, and reading with the children daily.

Throughout the Kindergarten year,children use their language to share ideas, ask questions, express themselves, and connect with peers and adults in social settings.

Social-emotional skills, including the ability to self-regulate emotions, is supported through group learning environments. Our team supports each child’s social and emotional development by labelling and talking about emotions and supporting appropriate responses as together, they engage in new and challenging situations. Lastly, ensuring that all children are ready for the ‘big school’ by preparing them for all that ‘big school’ has to offer.

Our centre chef prepares and cooks healthy and nutritious meals daily, catering to the unique dietary requirements of every child. We believe that by encouraging active participation (such as growing their own fruit and vegetables, preparing, and finally cooking!) children learn to appreciate and understand the importance of healthy eating.

Our centre offers children nutrient-rich, unprocessed, and seasonal whole foods – created to delight the fussiest eaters.

Hi, my name is Andrea and I am the Centre Manager here at Pelicans In The Park. I aim to create nurturing, intentional, and heart-led spaces where every child feels seen, valued, capable, and supported to reach their full potential.

I began working in early learning in 2019. My connection to early learning started much earlier, having grown up in a family day care environment, which shaped my understanding of the importance of nurturing, safety, and strong relationships from a young age. Working with children has always felt natural to me, and I love helping children build confidence, independence, and a strong sense of belonging, especially when families are actively involved and working together within the community. I joined Pelicans in the Park in December 2025, drawn to the centre’s strong values, supportive team culture, and commitment to high-quality, nurturing education and care.

Through my experience, I’ve learned that children thrive when they feel safe, understood, and genuinely cared for. My approach is calm, responsive, and relationship-focused, creating secure environments where children feel confident to explore, learn, and grow. I aim to create nurturing, intentional, and heart-led spaces where every child feels seen, valued, capable, and supported to reach their full potential.

I believe a dedicated early learning centre complements learning at home by offering rich social experiences, guided learning, and opportunities for independence led by qualified educators. By working in partnership with families and respecting their preferences, we help children develop the confidence, skills, and routines that support their transition to school and life beyond the early years.

I am proud to lead a caring, multicultural, and highly experienced team, with many educators having over five years of experience in early childhood education. Our diversity, consistency, and teamwork allow us to build strong relationships and create an inclusive environment where every child and family feels welcomed and valued. Supporting families is at the heart of my role, and I focus on building genuine partnerships through open communication, trust, and respect, so families feel confident, supported, and connected throughout their child’s learning journey with us.