Early Childhood
Care & Education in
City of Clarence,
Tasmania
At Oakdowns Early Learning Centre, we focus on creating a safe and supportive place for your child’s early years. Our centre is located in the City of Clarence, Tasmania, and we encourage learning through play. We believe every child is unique, and we help them explore their creativity, growth, and development in their own way.
Our passionate educators work closely with families and the local community to ensure each child feels valued and connected. We provide a holistic approach to early education, giving your child the tools they need to explore the world around them.
Welcome to
Oakdowns Early Learning Centre
Why Choose Oakdowns Early Learning?
Child Focused Learning:
We focus on your child's individual needs, promoting creativity and development through play. Our approach helps children grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically.
Safe and Stimulating Spaces:
Our learning spaces are designed to inspire curiosity and encourage exploration. Children feel a sense of belonging while they learn, create, and connect.
Strong Community Ties:
We work closely with families and celebrate diversity. Our community focused approach helps build an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all children.
Explore how Oakdowns Early Learning Centre can support your child's learning and development.
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We provide everything your child needs for a comfortable and engaging day, including all learning materials and meals.
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focused on supporting your child to learn and grow. We believe in much more than just childcare. We are passionate about the early years development and the impact it can make on future generations.
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featuring open natural play spaces, including a Bush-Tucker Garden. Our centre ensures a nurturing and well-equipped environment so your child can learn, play, and grow with ease.
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Our daily fees are competitive and the final parent gap fee depends on a range of factors including CCS eligibility, the age group, days of attendance and other subsidy entitlements. Once we have all these details, we can provide you with a more accurate estimate of your out of pocket fees prior to enrolment.
What’s Included?
Our Programs
Twinkles
Under 12 Months
Our Twinkles Room is designed to provide a warm, nurturing environment where your baby feels safe, loved, and supported. Through sensory-rich experiences and personalised care, we foster early development, helping each infant build strong foundations for future learning.
Moonbeams
(1-2 Years)
Our Toddler Program encourages active exploration and discovery in a safe, stimulating environment. Through play-based learning, we support toddlers as they develop social skills, independence, and confidence while nurturing their curiosity and creativity.
Comets
(2-3 Years)
In our Comets group children develop an interest in their world through many opportunities to explore and play. We encourage the children to be active participants in their own learning and provide the children with the tools and resources to support this in both the indoor and outdoor environments. Running an indoor\outdoor program within the room also fosters the children’s ability to self-regulate their own behaviours.
Starbrights
(3-5 Years)
Our Preschool / Kindergarten Program prepares children for their transition to school by focusing on building essential skills in literacy, numeracy, and social interaction. Through engaging, hands-on activities and collaborative play, we empower children to express themselves, think critically, and develop a lifelong love for learning.
Meet Chloe
DIRECTOR
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Hi, I'm Chloe, the Centre Director. I've been at Oakdowns since I was a Trainee at 17, and have worked my way up, studying as I go. I recently marked my 10 year milestone with the centre and community, which I am incredibly proud of. My greatest achievement by far are my two daughters, Matilda and Daisy who I share with my husband Brayden and our fur baby border collie Billie.
I take great pride in providing an extension of the home environment in our centre for children, their families, educators and our community members. And I adopt a ‘we cannot fix what we don’t know’ approach with families as we continually strive for better outcomes for children and providing high quality care to all children and families. Constructive criticism is a vital part of leadership and being approachable, honest and a safe place for individuals is a practice I pride myself on.
My passion is orchestrating events, community involvement & connection. Growing up in a small town, where everyone said hello, it felt warm, it was kind and friendly. I hope that with our team of passionate educators and caregivers, that you too feel that similar community environment here for your family at Oakdowns.
Meet Cody
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
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Cody first started her childcare journey at Oakdowns Early Learning Centre as a Trainee studying Cert Ill in Early Education and Care.
Once completed Cody moved straight on to studying her Diploma in Early Education and Care, completing this in September 2020.
Cody has now been with the Oakdowns crew since May 2015.
Cody has worked throughout most age groups and was a room leader in Moonbeams, Comets and Assisted Maryka in her room leading role in Starbrights.
After leading the Comets Classroom Cody was given the opportunity to apply for an assistant directing role in August 2021 which she was successful in.
Cody spends most mornings within the Classrooms.
Cody is passionate about children learning in their own individual way and supporting the social, emotional & physical wellbeing of children. Cody is also passionate about families entrusting educators within the service with their children and supporting a smooth transition back into work and supporting her team in a great work life balance.
Outside of Cody's role she enjoys adventures, walking and family time. Cody and her husband enjoy going camping with their dog Max.
1. Tour the Centre
Once you have completed our enrolment enquiry form we will get in touch with you to organise a tour of our centre. You can also call us on 03 6247 6589 to book a tour.
Our Enrolment Process
2. Enrolment Pack
After your tour, you'll receive an online enrolment pack with all the necessary documents. We can help guide you through this.
3. Orientation
After enrolment, we'll arrange an orientation for you and your child, typically involving two brief visits to help your child adjust.
Accessing the Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) percentage determines how much subsidy you receive based on your income. Centrelink calculates this percentage using the annual income and the number of children in your family who attend child care. We can assist you in navigating this process.
For more details, contact Centrelink or visit the Child Care Subsidy website below.
FAQs
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We currently have openings for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Please submit an enquiry online or call us on 03 6247 6589 to book a tour and secure a place for your child.
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Unlike some other centres, we do not charge a waitlist fee. Two weeks' worth of fees are to be paid up front on commencement of your child’s enrolment. After that, fees are required to be paid either weekly or fortnightly in advance.
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Yes! We provide a seasonal and culturally inclusive menu of appetising and nutritious meals for morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea each day prepared by our in-house chef!