Our Educators

Hannah

Hello, I’m Hannah from Hannah’s Family Daycare in Gracemere. I provide nurturing care for children from 18 months in a safe, inclusive, and engaging home-based environment. I’m passionate about building strong relationships with families and creating meaningful, fun-filled learning experiences for every child. We love being out in the community and regularly enjoy excursions such as intergenerational playgroups, the local library, pop-up playgroups, and Mainly Music. You can see more of what we do on our Facebook page via the link provided.

Amanda

Hello, I’m Amanda from Kawana Kidz Family Daycare in the Kawana area. I provide nurturing care for children aged 12 months to 3 years in a safe, inclusive, and engaging home-based environment.

 With 18 years of experience in childcare, I am passionate about building strong relationships with families and creating meaningful, fun-filled learning experiences for every child.

 I offer a warm, supportive space where children feel secure, valued, and truly at home. Through play-based learning, sensory experiences, creative activities, and a consistent daily routine, I encourage curiosity, confidence, and independence while supporting each child’s development at their own pace.

 My focus is on emotional wellbeing, connection, and providing a calm, caring environment where families feel welcomed and supported.

Amy

Gaye

Gaye brings more than 20 years of experience in Family Day Care, offering a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. Over the years, she has welcomed many families into her home and has played a meaningful role in supporting and shaping the early learning journeys of countless children in the community.

Gaye believes that every child is unique and deserves the opportunity to learn through play, exploration, and positive relationships. Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, she provides engaging, play-based experiences that support children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.

Families value Gaye’s caring nature, patience, and dedication to building strong connections with both children and parents. Her home provides a welcoming space where children develop confidence, curiosity, and a strong sense of belonging.

With a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for early childhood education, Gaye is proud to support young learners as they grow, discover, and build the foundations for lifelong learning.

Quality care, nurturing relationships, and over two decades of experience supporting children and families.

Courtney

My name is Courtney, and I am an experienced Family Daycare Educator with 7 years of experience providing a safe, nurturing and engaging home environment for young children.

I offer care for children aged 12 months and older, supporting their learning, development and wellbeing through play-based experiences. Each day includes activities that encourage creativity, independence, social skills and early learning in a warm, family-like setting.

What I offer:
• 7 years experience in Family Daycare
• Caring, safe and welcoming home environment
• Play-based learning and daily activities
• Small group setting with individual attention
• Support for children's development and confidence

I am passionate about helping children feel happy, secure and valued while they learn and grow.

If you are looking for a reliable and caring daycare environment, please feel free to message me for more information or to arrange a visit.

I look forward to meeting you and your little ones!

Belinda

As a Family Day Care educator with over 35 years experience, I am committed to providing a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where every child and their family feels respected, valued and supported. I believe in building strong, collaborative partnerships with families, recognising that these relationships are essential to supporting each child’s learning, development and wellbeing.

I view children as capable, competent and active participants in their own learning. I provide opportunities that are guided by children’s interests, strengths, culture and individual needs, supporting them to develop a strong sense of identity, belonging and confidence. Through intentional teaching and meaningful interactions, I foster curiosity, independence and a love of learning.

Within my environment, I promote respect, kindness, honesty and responsibility. I support children to develop positive relationships, self-regulation skills and respect for themselves, others and their surroundings. I am committed to creating a space where children feel safe, secure and empowered to express themselves and contribute to decision-making.

I recognise the importance of each child’s unique background and work to create an environment that reflects and celebrates diversity, culture and community connections. I encourage children to explore their world, develop life skills and build resilience at their own pace.

The safety, rights and wellbeing of children are my highest priority. I am dedicated to maintaining a child safe environment, where children are protected, heard and supported to thrive.

Through reflective practice, I continually evaluate and improve my practices to ensure I provide high-quality education and care that supports each child to reach their full potential.

Sharna

My name is Sharna and I am located in Glenlee. 

I offer a warm, nurturing daycare environment where children feel safe, supported, and truly at home. I provide play-based learning experiences including crafts, sensory play, and community outings, while encouraging creativity, curiosity, and confidence. With a strong focus on routine, emotional wellbeing, and sustainable practices. I support each child’s development at their own pace in a calm, caring space where families feel valued and connected.

Mavis

I am an experienced educator with over 24 years working with children, running my family day care business for the past 19 years.

Caring for children is my passion. I believe every child is unique and deserves a safe, supportive environment where they can build confidence, develop their skills, and explore their interests. My small group setting allows children to grow socially, emotionally, and physically while feeling secure and valued.

My program supports children’s development while gently guiding positive behaviour, in line with the Early Years Learning Framework. I focus on teaching values like respect, responsibility, cooperation, empathy and more through everyday moments and shared experiences. Children are encouraged to take part in routines and simple decision-making, helping them grow in independence and self-regulation while building strong social skills. Through this supportive environment, children develop a sense of belonging, wellbeing, and confidence as learners.

I  value strong partnerships with families and aim to create a welcoming space where children and parents feel respected and supported. I believe children thrive when educators and families work together to guide their learning and wellbeing. Supporting children to develop positive values and life skills helps them grow into confident individuals and contributes to a caring community.

Katie

Welcome to our little pocket of magic here in Yeppoon!

I am Katie from Katie’s Little Learners.  For the past 15 years, my family daycare has been filled with giggles, muddy footprints, paint-splattered masterpieces, and the kind of belly laughs that only children can create. With 24 years in the childcare industry, caring for children isn’t just what I do — it’s who I am.

I’m also a proud mum of three energetic boys, so trust me… I understand busy mornings, endless snack requests, and the importance of a strong cup of coffee!

Real life experience meets professional experience here!

My family daycare caters to all learners, from tiny babies discovering their toes to school-aged adventurers bursting through the gate with stories from their day. Every child is celebrated for who they are — their quirks, their questions, their big feelings and even bigger imaginations.

Our days are built around play-based learning because childhood should be hands-on, joy-filled and just a little bit messy. Think water play on warm days, creative art explosions, garden discoveries, construction zones, quiet book corners, and spontaneous dance parties.

Katie's Little Learners is lucky to be based in beautiful Yeppoon, with a gorgeous outdoor space where little explorers can run, climb, dig, create and connect with nature. Indoors, our environment is thoughtfully set up to be age-inclusive, nurturing curiosity, independence and confidence at every stage.

One of the most special parts of family daycare? The connections. With our smaller group setting, I’m able to build genuine, close relationships — not just with the children, but with their families too. You’re not just enrolling in care; you’re joining a little community where your child is truly known.

I feel incredibly privileged to watch children grow from babies into confident school kids, to witness first steps, first friendships, and first big achievements. That’s the heart of what I do.

If you’re looking for a warm, playful, experienced, and slightly quirky home-away-from-home for your child… you might have just found it.

Sharon

Hi, my name is Sharon and I operate Sharon’s Little Munchkins our Family Day Care. We believe the early years lay the foundation for lifelong learning. Guided by Australia’s Early Years Learning Framework, Belonging, Being & Becoming, we create a nurturing, inclusive and engaging environment where every child feels safe, valued and supported.

We recognise that children learn through play, exploration and meaningful relationships. Our programme supports all areas of development — physical, social, emotional, cognitive and communication — while encouraging curiosity, confidence and a love of learning.

We value strong partnerships with families, understanding that parents are a child’s first and most important teachers. Through open communication and collaboration, we work together to support each child’s unique strengths, interests and goals.

Committed to professionalism and continuous learning, we maintain current training and uphold all Family Day Care regulations to ensure the highest standard of care.

Together, we create a place where children truly belong, grow and thrive.

Shontae

At Bunya’s Family Daycare, we believe in creating a warm, nurturing “home away from home” where every child feels safe, valued, and supported. We recognise that the early years are a vital time for growth and development, and we are committed to providing an environment that fosters a strong sense of belonging and wellbeing.

 We believe that children learn best through play, exploration, and meaningful experiences. Through play-based learning, children are encouraged to follow their interests, develop their creativity, and build confidence in their abilities. We support each child as an individual, recognising their unique strengths, needs, and learning journey.

 Strong, respectful relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We prioritise building secure, trusting connections with children, and we value open, honest partnerships with families. By working together, we can support each child’s development and create a consistent, supportive environment between home and care.

 We are committed to providing a safe, secure, and engaging environment that encourages independence, resilience, and a love of learning. Our goal is to ensure every child feels happy, confident, and truly at home while in our care.

Lesley

Bianca

Hello, my name is Bianca, and family is at the heart of everything I do. I am a proud mum to four beautiful children and a loving step-mum to one wonderful stepdaughter. My partner, Brad, and I have created a busy, happy, and supportive home filled with love, laughter, and learning.

 I have been working in Family Day Care for the past 12 years, and it is truly my passion. Over the years, I have had the privilege of caring for many wonderful children and building strong, trusting relationships with families. My experience, combined with my own journey as a mother of five, has given me invaluable patience, understanding, and a deep appreciation for each child’s individuality.

 I believe in creating a warm, nurturing, and inclusive home environment where children feel safe, valued, and confident to explore, learn, and grow at their own pace. Family means everything to me, and I am passionate about providing care that feels like an extension of your own family.

Jolene

At Muggles Magic Muggles Family Day Care, I am committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive.

My philosophy is guided by respect, individuality, and community, supporting each child’s development socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually. Through a balance of planned and spontaneous play-based experiences, children are encouraged to explore, develop independence, and learn at their own pace.

I provide a warm, homely environment where every child feels welcomed, valued, and part of the family. My program is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and supports children as capable, curious learners who are encouraged to take ownership of their choices and learning.

I am passionate about building strong relationships with children and families while providing high-quality care that supports each child to reach their full potential.

Sherrie

Sherrie is a highly experienced Family Day Care educator with over 37 years in early childhood education and care. She offers a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe, valued, and truly at home. Located on peaceful rural acreage on Ridgelands Road, Sherrie’s service provides a calm and natural setting where children can learn, play, explore, and grow.

Sherrie is passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences through hands-on activities, real-life opportunities, and creative play. Her approach supports each child’s individual interests and development, fostering confidence, independence, and a strong sense of belonging.

With qualifications including Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care, First Aid and CPR, and training in asthma and anaphylaxis management, families can feel confident knowing their children are in safe and capable hands.

Sherrie’s service is Child Care Subsidy (CCS) approved, making quality care accessible for eligible families. Her dedication, experience, and genuine love for working with children make her an exceptional educator and a valued part of our Family Day Care community.