Little Village Early Learning Buderim
Campus Overview
Only About Children Little Village Buderim is located in the heart of Buderim Village at 32 King Street, Buderim. We are on a peaceful one-acre property with views to the ocean and the mountains, centred around the original colonial homestead and seven studios.
Families at our Buderim campus enjoy –
- Passionate educators and allied health specialists who are focused on creating a learning space where families and children can learn and grow together.
- A leading nutrition, health and wellbeing offering which includes a Dietitian designed seasonal menu and fresh meals prepared daily in-house by our campus cooks
- All-inclusive offering including our daily app diary updates, nappies, formula, bedding, sunscreen and more.
Only About Children Little Village Buderim, we offer More Than Childcare. Our unique approach to early years learning goes beyond education to encompass the health, social development and wellbeing of every child in our care. We call it The OAC Way.
Our innovative play-based Grow Curriculum gives Nursery, Toddler and Preschool children the best opportunity to develop their growing minds during their early years. It includes:
- Left Brain Logic – Literacy & Language, Exploration & STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering & Math) and Sustainability
- Right Brain Creativity – Music, Dramatic Play and Art
- Health and Wellbeing – Physical Activity and Nutrition
- Social Development – Trust, Respect & Relationship and Resilience & Mindfulness
Our Grow curriculum is delivered via intentional teaching in dynamic small group learning environments where children’s successes, skills and challenges are monitored on an ongoing basis.
OAC Flexi (occasional care) is available at our Buderim Campus. This option is for families wishing to utilise occasional or back up childcare at short notice. OAC Flexi is available in 2 sessions, full day or part day and is available for children aged 12 weeks – 5 years old.
Explore Our Learning Spaces
Where to find us
We are located at 32 King Street, Buderim. With plenty of off-street parking, families are ensured a safe and efficient drop off and pick up every visit.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call today us on 138 622.
Buderim Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Little Village Buderim Nursery, our passionate educators focus on laying a foundation for enduring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Our Buderim Nursery caters to the care and development needs of infants aged 6 weeks -2 years.
The Buderim Nursery focuses on safe sleep practices developed by qualified Family Health Nurses and Consultants. Our nursery is a safe and stimulating environment that encourages your child to explore and play and implements both structure and a nurturing environment with our exceptional caregiving and play routines.
Our Buderim Nursery Program includes:
- Age 6 weeks -2 years appropriate indoor/outdoor learning environments.
- Sleeping rooms with a focus on positive sleep practices.
- Dietitian designed baby menus with all meals and snacks included.
- Baby essentials such as nappies, cots, linen, and sunscreen.
- Balanced structured and unstructured play-based learning – Grow curriculum
For more information, download the Only About Children Nursery Room Guide
Buderim Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Little Village Buderim campus is focused on giving your child a calm and welcoming environment that balances play, exploration, and learning. Our Toddler rooms are led by passionate educators who create play-based learning activities designed to provide toddler-aged children with nurturing experiences that encourage growth and development.
Our Toddler rooms are safe, supportive spaces that facilitate creative exploration. Each space is expertly designed to encourage younger children to explore, solve problems, create, construct and interact with peers.
Our Buderim Toddler program includes:
- Age 2-3 years of appropriate learning and playing environments.
- Balanced structured and unstructured play-based learning – Grow curriculum
- Small group learning activities.
- Dietitian designed menus with all meals and snacks included.
- Calm sleeping and resting rooms.
For more information, download the Only About Children Toddler Room Guide
Buderim Kindergarten (3-5 years)
Only About Children Little Village Buderim Kindergarten is focused on creating quality experiences that place your child in the best position to begin school. Our nurturing kindergarten educators give special emphasis on building school-ready skills, such as Literacy & Language, Exploration & STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering & Math), Sustainability, Music, Dramatic Play and Art. We aim to make your child’s transition to school as smooth as possible by providing balanced, small group learning activities that build independence and resilience along with academic skills.
Our team of highly-skilled educators and health specialists work together to create an integrated journey that enhances your child’s learning and development. Individual learning plans are created to empower each child with skills that will help them reach their full academic and social potential.
Buderim Kindergarten program
- Provides an innovative curriculum focused on left brain logic and right brain creativity
- Includes both structured and unstructured play-based learning that considers the child’s individual interests and development
- Provides an ‘Individual Learning and Development Plan’ for every child with 6 monthly check-ins with families
- A learning focus from 9am to 3pm to prepare children for typical school hours and routine whilst providing the flexibility of long hours for social development and play
- Is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS) for childcare.
- Includes Health and Social Development support in preparation for school, including complementary Vision Screening
For more information, download the Only About Children Kindergarten Room Guide
Helpful Information
Buderim Campus Educators
Leeanne Buswell
Campus Director
Leeanne has over 15 years experience working in Early Childhood Education and has worked at Little Village Buderim since it opened in 2016. She believes children learn best through play, exploring, investigating and having the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge at their own pace. “They are willing and capable learnings, and we are lucky to be on this journey with them as we guide and explore beside them”.
Leanne is proud to lead the dedicated team of educators at Buderim and says that they are like her family.
Childcare Subsidy
For more information, visit our Childcare Subsidy Information (CCS)
Meet our Campus Director
Leeanne Buswell
Leeanne has over 15 years experience working in Early Childhood Education and has worked at Little Village Buderim since it opened in 2016. She believes children learn best through play, exploring, investigating and having the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge at their own pace. “They are willing and capable learnings, and we are lucky to be on this journey with them as we guide and explore beside them”.
Leanne is proud to lead the dedicated team of educators at Buderim and says that they are like her family.
Leeanne has over 15 years experience working in Early Childhood Education and has worked at Little Village Buderim since it opened in 2016. She believes children learn best through play, exploring, investigating and having the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge at their own pace. “They are willing and capable learnings, and we are lucky to be on this journey with them as we guide and explore beside them”.
Leanne is proud to lead the dedicated team of educators at Buderim and says that they are like her family.