Busy Bees at Lara

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Explore our Childcare & Kindergarten.

Looking for childcare they’ll adore? Busy Bees at Lara is on the north-east of Geelong in the suburb of Lara. Conveniently located on Buckingham Street, just off Forest Road South, it’s only minutes from Lara Lake Primary School.

Come see our state-of-the-art facilities including nurturing learning environments with atelier art rooms and a piazza. Explore our engaging playgrounds with sandpits, slides, a fort, bike track and vegetable and herb gardens. Additionally, we feature an expertly designed Kindergarten room.

Book an obligation-free tour to explore our Lara Childcare and Kindergarten and meet the team.

Buzzworthy Features.

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Continuity of Staff

Our dedicated team ensures continuity of care, with consistent and familiar staff who build lasting relationships with children and families.

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STEAM Program

An exciting STEAM program ignites your child's curiosity with Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics.

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Cooking Program

Interactive cooking classes, led by our chef or Educators, teach children about nutrition and food safety.
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Happy Feet Fitness

Boost your child's fitness with this dance and music program, available fortnightly on Wednesdays.
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Inclusion Support Plan

We’re proud to have an Inclusion Support Plan embracing all abilities, cultures, beliefs, values and learning styles.
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Parents' Tea & Coffee Station

Start your day on the right foot with a free tea or coffee, served to kickstart your busy mornings.
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Green Goals Galore

Join us in our mission to reduce, reuse, and recycle with our veggie and herb garden, fruit trees, worm farm and compost.

Thrive in our Hive.

“I don’t know where they learnt that…” We do. At our Lara Day Care and Kindergarten, we are committed to nurturing holistic development, which includes academic, social, cognitive and emotional growth. Our curriculum blends play-based learning and planned activities to meet the unique needs and interests of each child. With dedicated educators and a supportive environment, we pave the way for lifelong learning and achievement.

All-inclusive Care
Nappies, wipes & bedding
Sunscreen & insect repellent
Fresh meals provided
Allergy aware
Secure facilities
Playground, books & toys
Incursions & excursions
Community
Family & local community focus
Inclusive & culturally aware
Parent Services
Government subsidies
Flexible times & casual days
Daily Storypark updates
Parking
Education and Learning
Approved Kindergarten program
Qualified educators
Play-based curriculum
Sports & music

What our Families say.

Aiden Brunacci

My son has been here since October 2020 and he loves it and always comes home happy. Staff are nice too and always up for a chat about my son's day.

Simran Kaur

My four year old son has been going here from almost 2 years old. The learning environment is really good and positive.

Teagan Kirsopp

Exceptional care for my 2 year old. Friendly, caring and passionate educators. Clean and stimulating learning environments. Highly recommend the centre!

Scott McLean

Amazing staff. Kids love it here.

Cameron Holloway

Wonderful — so helpful to me being the primary caregiver. First time dad. They are always ready to help with raising children advice and strategies for me to use at home.

Bianca Pietrapertosa

My little one started at Busy Bees only a few months ago but we love it already! All the staff we have come in contact with have been friendly, helpful and welcoming!

Samantha Robertson

My twins attend this facility. I am a bit of a helicopter mum and very fussy when it comes to my babies! The staff are so wonderful and accommodating. The cleanliness is beyond my expectations!

Dannielle Medley

Fantastic service! Both my girls absolutely love it, with the oldest asking to come back all the time. The educators are next level amazing, so kind and patient with the children... loving them so much!

Kaliopi Belshaw

The Service Manager goes above and beyond to welcome her families and make them comfortable. My daughter was unsettled for the first month but with all the love and care that she has from the educators she now wants to go to day care everyday, even on her days off.

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