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First 5 Years Emerald

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First 5 Years Emerald

QLD Government Approved Kindy
Care & Education for 0-6 Years
Passionate | Empowering | Inclusive

12/06/2026

🌟 Supporting Child Safety Across Our Community 🌟

Wednesday, Miss Billie and Miss Laura had the privilege of attending a very special Child Safe Workshop at Denison State School, presented by Caroline Blackley.

This valuable workshop provided an opportunity to unpack the 10 Child Safe Standards and deepen our understanding of the important role we play in creating safe, inclusive, and supportive environments for all children. We explored practical strategies, reflected on best practice, and strengthened our knowledge of how we can continue to uphold children's rights, wellbeing, and safety every day.

It was wonderful to see other members of the Emerald community in attendance, all coming together with a shared commitment to protecting and supporting children. Seeing local organisations, educators, community groups, and leaders prioritising child safety highlights just how important this work is and reinforces the collective responsibility we all have in creating child-safe environments.

A big thank you to Denison State School for hosting this important event and providing the opportunity for our community to learn, collaborate, and grow together.

💜 Safe Children. Strong Communities. Every Child. Every Day. 💜

10/06/2026

🚔🚑 Happy First Responders Day! 🚑🚔

Today we had the privilege of welcoming some very special visitors to our service as we celebrated the incredible work of our first responders.

Sergeant and her fellow police officers spent time with the children talking about the important role police play in keeping our community safe. The children were fascinated as they demonstrated some of their equipment and shared a little about the super cool things Sergeant Renee gets to do as part of her role.

The children loved getting hands-on with the police equipment, trying on parts of the police uniform and protective gear, exploring the police vehicles, and even sitting in the back of the police car! One of the biggest highlights was watching the fingerprint dusting demonstration and seeing fingerprints magically appear before their eyes. The children were also interested in learning about some of the specialist tools police officers use in their work each day.

Our local paramedics also joined us and taught the children about the important role they play in helping people during emergencies. The children had the opportunity to explore some of the equipment carried in the ambulance, learn how it is used, and even sit on the ambulance bed. There were lots of questions, excitement, and smiles as the children discovered how paramedics help keep our community safe and healthy.

Of course, one of the favourite moments of the day was hearing the sirens from both the police cars and the ambulance!

Experiences like these provide valuable opportunities for children to connect with community helpers, build confidence, ask questions, and develop an understanding of the important roles people play within our community.

A huge thank you to Sergeant Renee, the Queensland Police Service officers, and the paramedics for taking the time to visit us and create such a memorable learning experience for our children. ❤️💙

18/05/2026

🎨✨ What an incredible Art Night! ✨🎨

A huge thank you to all of our wonderful families, children, educators, and community members who came along and made our Art Night such a fantastic success. The room was filled with creativity, laughter, colour, and so many beautiful moments shared together. 💛

We were absolutely blown away by the children’s amazing artwork and the confidence they showed in sharing their creations. From our raffles and room canvases to the creative displays throughout the service, every part of the night reflected the imagination and individuality of our children. 🖌️🌈

Thank you to everyone who purchased raffle tickets, participated in the auctions, donated, helped set up, packed away, or simply came along to support our service. Your support means so much to us and helps us continue creating meaningful experiences for our children.

We are so grateful to be part of such a supportive and connected community. We can’t wait for the next special event together! 💫

07/05/2026

🎨✨ Kindergarten Availability at First5Years ✨📚

We currently have limited vacancies available in our Kindergarten program! 🌱

Our Government Approved Kindergarten Program provides children with a warm, engaging and play-based learning environment designed to support confidence, independence and school readiness skills through meaningful learning experiences.

At First5Years, our Kindergarten program includes:
🌟 Play-based learning experiences
🌟 Early literacy and numeracy development
🌟 Social and emotional confidence building
🌟 School readiness and independence skills
🌟 Creativity, exploration and discovery
🌟 Supportive relationships with educators and peers

Eligible families may also benefit from the Queensland Government Free Kindy initiative, an additional subsidy available for children participating in a Government Approved Kindergarten Program who are not already accessing another funded kindergarten program.

Combined with the 72 hours of Child Care Subsidy (CCS), eligible families may receive a minimum of 4 subsidised days of care each week at First5Years 💛

Our experienced educators are passionate about creating enriching learning opportunities that support every child’s individual interests, strengths and development.

Contact our team today to arrange a tour or enquire about availability.
📞 07 4805 6003
📧 [email protected]

Places are limited and enquiries are encouraged 🌈

20/04/2026

🌱 Studying Towards Certificate III Educator – Join Our Team! 🌱

We are seeking a passionate and motivated educator who is currently studying towards their Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care to join our supportive and dynamic team.

This is a full-time position (preferred), however we are open to negotiating part-time or casual employment for the right candidate.

About the Role:
You will be working alongside experienced educators to support the learning, development, and wellbeing of children in a nurturing early childhood environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills while completing your qualification.

What We’re Looking For:
●Currently studying towards a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care or willing to begin
●A genuine passion for working with children
●Strong communication and teamwork skills
●A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn
●Current Blue Card (or willingness to obtain)

What We Offer:
●A supportive and inclusive team environment
●Mentoring and guidance from experienced educators
●Opportunities for professional growth and development
●Flexible working arrangements (for the right candidate)

If you are enthusiastic about early childhood education and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you!

Apply now by sending your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your studies and availability.

[email protected]

17/04/2026

🎨✨ You’re Invited to Our Art Night! ✨🎨

We are so excited to invite our families and community to a special Art Night at First5Years!

Come and wander through our rooms as they are transformed into beautiful gallery spaces, showcasing the creativity, imagination and learning of our children 🖌️💛

🌟 View your child’s artwork
🌟 Spend time in their learning environment
🌟 Connect with educators and other families

📅 Saturday, 9th May
⏰ 5:30pm – 8:00pm
📍 42 Retro Street

👉 Please note: Children must remain under parent/guardian supervision at all times.

More information to come, we can’t wait to share this special evening with you all ✨

31/03/2026

🌿 We’re Looking to Connect with Local Gardening & Landscaping Businesses! 🌿

First5Years Early Learning in Emerald is looking to connect with local gardening and landscaping businesses for ongoing outdoor maintenance support.

We are exploring options for:
- Regular, scheduled garden and yard maintenance
- General upkeep to keep our outdoor spaces looking their best
- Potential future landscaping improvements and upgrades

Our outdoor environments are an important part of our children’s daily learning and play, so we’re always looking for ways to continue improving and maintaining these spaces.

If you are a local business (or know someone who is), we would love to hear from you! Please comment below or send us a message to chat further.

26/03/2026

🌿 Kindergarten 2026 – Limited Places Available 🌿

We are excited to share that we have limited availability in our Kindergarten room for 2026 at First5Years.

Our high-quality, play-based Kindergarten program is led by our passionate Early Childhood Teacher Miss Anna, alongside her dedicated assistant Mr Josh.

Together, they create a warm, engaging and nurturing environment where every child feels safe, supported and confident to learn.

Like all of our incredible educators, our Kindy team focuses on building strong relationships, recognising each child’s individual strengths, and providing
meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that inspire curiosity, independence and a lifelong love of learning.

🌱 Our Approved Kindergarten Program Includes:
❤️ A qualified and dedicated Early Childhood Teacher
🧡 Play-based learning aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework
💛 A strong focus on social and emotional development
💙 Early literacy and numeracy foundations
🌿 Outdoor exploration and sensory-rich experiences
💚 Prep readiness and supported transitions to school
💜 A calm, inclusive environment where every child belongs

We warmly invite families to book a tour, meet our Kindy team, and explore our beautiful learning environment firsthand.

📍 Kindy places for 2026 are limited
📞 07 4805 6003
📧 [email protected]

✨ We look forward to welcoming your family and supporting your child’s Kindy journey ✨

21/02/2026

Emerald, we need your help. We are evaluating a potential Before & After School Care service on Retro Street next door to First5Years Early Learning. Can you give us 2 minutes for your thoughts 😀 - https://forms.office.com/r/rR4i3iXA2P

Address

42 Retro Street
Emerald, QLD
4720

Opening Hours

Monday	6:30am - 6pm
Tuesday	6:30am - 6pm
Wednesday	6:30am - 6am
Thursday	6:30am - 6pm
Friday	6:30am - 6pm

Telephone

+61748056003

Website

http://www.first5years.com.au/

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