Childcare & Kindergarten in Raceview, Ipswich
Raceview Kindergarten & Child Care is a fully licensed long day care and approved kindergarten provider, proudly supporting growing families with trusted early education across our regional hubs in Ipswich, the Lockyer Valley and Somerset.
Why Choose Raceview Kindy?
Expert Theoretical Teaching
Inspired by the work of Vygotsky, Malaguzzi, Bronfenbrenner and Piaget, our curriculum recognises that children learn through play, exploration, relationships and hands-on experiences. Our educators draw on these approaches to create meaningful learning experiences that support each child’s individual development.
Our Curriculum
Four major childhood theorists influence our Early Years Learning Framework at Raceview Childcare and Kindergarten: Vygotsky, Malaguzzi, Bronfenbrenner and Piaget. They help shape the way we support your child’s learning and development.
Vygotsky
Vygotsky highlights the significance of relationships in learning. He believes children learn best through meaningful interactions with others who are more knowledgeable, including both peers and adults. Through these social exchanges, kids begin to make sense of the world. Educators use ‘scaffolding’ techniques to support this learning process.
Malaguzzi
Malaguzzi sees children as strong and competent individuals, full of potential to learn by themselves. When given the chance, he believes kids naturally explore and discover new information. This concept reflects how we view and treat the young ones in our programme.
Bronfenbrenner
Bronfenbrenner suggests that a child’s development is influenced by their surroundings. This idea is similar to the saying that it takes a village to raise a child – the environment plays a crucial role in their development.
Piaget
All these ideas merge with Piaget’s theory that children are natural thinkers who build knowledge through experiences. Rather than simply being told, they actively try to understand the world around them.
We have designed our programme around these concepts, focusing on the child, the environment, and the educator. Combining these elements assures a rich learning experience.
Raceview Kids OSHC
Our before and after school programme is perfect for busy parents. Starting at 6am, your child can enjoy a healthy breakfast before we take them to school. After school, they can look forward to a balanced mix of activities and play until pickup at 6pm. In our safe and nurturing environment, we focus on your child’s happiness and development during those crucial hours outside of regular school time.
When school’s out and the holidays roll in, our vacation care steps up to offer a memorable break for your children. Our flexible and diverse vacation programmes are packed with fun, learning, and opportunities to make new friends. Available at Raceview and Plainland, we pride ourselves on providing a convenient and fulfilling holiday programme. Rest easy knowing your child will have a wonderful holiday with us.
Embracing Childhood Development at Raceview
At Raceview Kindergarten & Child Care, we create a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, build confidence and be themselves. Our educators support each child’s individual interests and development, helping them build strong foundations for school and beyond.
Sun Safety & Parental Convenience
We place paramount importance on the health and safety of our children, ensuring each little one is protected from the sun with their very own hat. We provide nappies, wipes, and sunscreen, and even use wet bags to keep things tidy for the journey back home.
Nutritious Mealtimes
When it comes to meal times, our children enjoy nutritious, home-cooked dishes. Our talented in-house chef crafts these meals using the freshest ingredients, offering a varied and palatable menu that changes weekly.
Staying Connected
Keeping parents updated with their children’s daily adventures is a breeze with our user-friendly app. Designed with the family in mind, it serves as a digital window into the fun and educational activities their child experiences daily.
Accessibility & Security
We guarantee easy access for all our families, with readily available and free car parking. Security is never compromised, thanks to our stringent safety measures, including personalised PIN code entry, giving parents peace of mind that our facility is secure.
Exceptional Staff
The heartbeat of our crèche is our outstanding team of professionals — each of whom is passionate and fully qualified, dedicated to nurturing and stimulating young minds. With their support, your child’s development is in the finest of hands.
Affordability & Educational Excellence
As a family-operated establishment, we offer affordability without ever compromising on the prime quality of our educational services. Our educational philosophy is centred on learning through play within an enquiry-based curriculum that promotes robust hands-on exploration.
Environmental Awareness
We believe in instilling respect for our planet early on. Thus, we involve our young learners in caring for our vegetable gardens and participating in sustainability initiatives, fostering a sense of environmental responsibility.
Community & Development
Our doors are always open for families to connect and engage in our various community events. Our holistic approach extends beyond cognitive and social stimulation, integrating physical education and mindfulness practices to cultivate balanced individuals.
Raceview Childcare & Kindergarten’s Accreditations
All our staff are first aid qualified and blue card holders. We are licensed by ACECQA and registered for CCB and CCR. Raceview is licensed by the Queensland Government’s office of early childhood, education and care.
Testimonials
“Our girls have settled into the nursery here so well! We’re so grateful for the care they receive, this daycare is the village we need to help raise our little ones. We love the clean, peaceful nursery environment, all the activities they organise, and the warmth and kindness of their carers. Our girls are always getting cuddles and attention and it is so reassuring to us. Thank you!”
“The staff are so caring and supportive. I can’t recommend this childcare enough and have told my friends and colleagues that if you’re looking for fantastic childcare, then Raceview Kindergarten and Child Care is def the place to send your child to. Thanks guys for always being there for me and my son. 😊”
“The educators here are 100% the reason both my girls love coming in every day! I also believe that because of the amazing Kindy education one of my girls got last year is the reason she was able to get so comfortable transitioning into school this year! I can’t wait for another few years with this centre! Already been a long standing family member of 5 years, and ofcourse any centre you’ll have your mini issues but the way the new director and 2IC has been accomodating to those has been out of this world! Thankyou Thankyou Thankyou! ❤️”
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