Childcare and Kindergarten in Kirwan, QLD
Thuringowa World of Learning offers long day care and a Government-approved Kindergarten program for children aged 6 weeks to school age, conveniently located for families in Kirwan, Bohle Plains, Heatley, Mount Louisa and surrounding Townsville communities.
Outdoor play, gardens and sustainability
Our spacious outdoor areas give children room to climb, dig, garden and explore. The centre has vegetable gardens, a worm farm, composting areas, water play, mud kitchen experiences, loose parts, a climbing fort, cubby house, slides and large sandpits.
Home-like indoor learning rooms
Indoor rooms are warm, welcoming and set up to feel like a home away from home. Children can explore dedicated areas for creative arts, literacy, sensory play, construction, imaginative play and quiet time.
Long-standing educator team
Our long-standing educator team creates a calm and familiar environment for children and families. Each child’s learning is shaped around their interests, strengths, abilities, culture and needs. Educators use observations, learning documentation and family conversations to plan and adapt experiences, and work with inclusion support professionals where needed.
Government-approved Kindergarten
Our Government-approved Kindergarten program is delivered by qualified Early Childhood Teachers. Children practise the routines, social skills, independence and early learning habits that help make the move to school feel more familiar.
Art and building experiences
Children take part in RAMSR music and movement, art, building, science and STEM experiences. These hands-on activities give children time to move, create, test ideas, solve problems and work with different materials.
Local walks and community guests
Children visit the local park and welcome community visitors such as police, ambulance, fire services, Healthy Harold and Teddy Bear Doctors. These experiences help children learn about safety, health, community helpers and the world around them.
Healthy meals prepared fresh daily
Our centre cook prepares breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack each day. Meals and snacks are prepared onsite, with allergies and individual dietary requirements catered for so children can enjoy mealtimes safely.
Family communication and daily essentials
Nappies, wipes and everyday essentials are provided to help with children’s daily care. Families stay connected through educator conversations and updates shared in our family app, including photos, routines and moments from their child’s day.
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Age-appropriate early learning
0-2 years
Nursery
In our Nursery room, babies are cared for through warm relationships, responsive care and familiar everyday moments.
Children are encouraged to:
- Explore textures, sounds and movement through sensory play
- Use gestures, sounds and early words with educator support
- Build physical skills through floor play, reaching, crawling and climbing
- Feel secure through consistent routines and a close educator relationship
2-3 years
Toddlers
In our Toddlers room, children are becoming more independent and starting to form stronger social connections.
Children are encouraged to:
- Practise simple routines and self-help skills
- Build language through songs, conversations and play
- Explore music, movement, creative play and construction
- Play alongside and with peers as they learn to share space and take turns
- Follow their growing interests through indoor and outdoor experiences
3-4 years
Pre-Kindy
In our Pre-Kindy rooms, children are ready for more involved play, group learning and responsibility in daily routines.
Children are encouraged to:
- Make choices and take greater responsibility for their learning
- Work with others during group play and shared projects
- Explore early literacy and numeracy through play
- Use problem-solving skills in hands-on experiences
- Express ideas through creative, imaginative and physical play
4-5 years
Kindergarten
In our Kindergarten room, children prepare for school through intentional learning, child-led play and school-style routines.
Children are encouraged to:
- Practise managing lunchboxes, belongings and personal routines
- Follow instructions, participate in group learning and make choices
- Build early literacy, numeracy and communication skills
- Explore STEM, creative arts and nature-based learning
- Develop problem-solving skills and positive relationships with peers
Where possible, we build local school connections through transition experiences and visits. We also work with families to share learning and developmental information, helping make the move to school feel positive and familiar.
Fees
The Child Care Subsidy can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family’s entitlements.
Nursery
0 – 2 years
$168.55/day
Toddler
2 – 4 years
$167.40/day
Kindergarten
4 – 5 years
$166.40/day
Child Care Subsidy Estimator
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2026 3-Day Guarantee
From 5th January 2026, based on the information you have entered, here's an estimate of your CCS entitlements and your out-of-pocket costs.
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Matrix Out of Pocket Cost
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*Kindergarten/preschool subsidy applied: $0.00
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Frequently asked questions
A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family’s schedule. Click here to book a tour online.
On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You’ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.
Enrolling is simple, and our Family Support Team will guide you through each step.
First, find your local centre and book a tour so you can meet the team and explore the learning environment. If the centre is the right fit and a place is available, you’ll receive an enrolment offer for your child. If a place is not currently available in your child’s age group, we can add your child to the waitlist and keep you updated.
To finalise your enrolment, you’ll complete an online enrolment form through a secure link sent by our Family Support Team. You’ll also need to provide key details and documents, including your child’s birth certificate, Medicare details, immunisation history statement and, if eligible, your Child Care Subsidy details.
Before your child’s first day, you may be invited to attend a Stay and Play session. This gives your child time to explore the centre, meet their educators, and start feeling comfortable in their new environment. Once your paperwork is complete, your child is ready to start their early learning journey with us.
Starting child care is a big milestone, and a little preparation can help your child feel more comfortable and confident.
Before your child’s first day, you can talk positively about their new centre, explain what their day might look like, and practise small routines such as packing their bag, saying goodbye, washing hands and sitting down for meals. You may also like to visit the centre with your child, meet their educators and ask our team about what to bring on the first day.
When your child starts, our educators will take the time to get to know your child’s routine, interests, comfort items and individual needs. Settling in looks different for every child, so we work closely with families to help children feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.
For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits and spare socks.
For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it’s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits and spare socks.
Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.
It’s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.
World of Learning uses Xplor Home as our family communication app. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child’s day.
After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child’s learning, learn about your child’s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.
If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, World of Learning is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children.
Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), families are allowed 42 absence days per child, per financial year. These can be taken for any reason, including public holidays and when children are sick, without requiring families to provide documentation.
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