Caring Experts
Our qualified educators are specially trained in child safety and wellbeing, so your child is always in caring and capable hands.
A safe, nurturing early learning centre where children grow, explore and build confidence every day.
Busy Bees daycare and kindergarten at Waurn Ponds provides thoughtfully designed early learning environments that support every stage of a child's development.
From the shoes-off nursery through to dedicated art rooms and age-specific indoor and outdoor learning spaces, every environment has been carefully planned to encourage confidence, creativity and a love of learning.
Children enjoy a wide range of engaging experiences, including nature play, Happy Feet, hands-on projects, excursions and visits from reptiles and butterflies that inspire curiosity and discovery.
The centre's much-loved blue-tongue lizard, Bluey, is a favourite among children and provides opportunities for everyday learning about the natural world.
We’d love to show you around and help you picture your child as part of our community and early learning centre here in Waurn Ponds.
Our Early Learning Programs.
Every child develops at their own pace, and the right support can help them feel ready to take each step. At Busy Bees in Waurn Ponds, our childcare educators create play-based learning experiences around your child’s interests, strengths and individual stage of development.
For babies, that begins with responsive care, familiar routines and nurturing relationships that help them feel settled and secure. As your child grows, their world opens up through new opportunities to explore and connect with others.
Our Bush Kinder Program encourages little adventurers to explore nature, learning about Aussie plants and animals along the way.
We engage children with fun, interactive language lessons to foster early learning, communication skills and cultural awareness.
Your child will explore and discover the fundamentals of music, movement and rhythm.
Your child will express themselves through fun dance and movement experiences that encourage creativity, confidence and physical development.
Interactive cooking classes, led by our chef or Educators, teach children about nutrition and food safety.
Our dedicated atelier inspires your child to express their creativity through hands-on experiences that encourage imagination, exploration and creative expression.
Mealtimes are the perfect opportunity for your child to build communication and social skills while enjoying our nutritious meals developed by paediatric dieticians.
Our welcoming family lounge offers a comfortable, breastfeeding-friendly space where you can relax, connect and feel at home.
Our much-loved centre pet helps children develop responsibility, care and empathy through hands-on experiences and daily interactions.
We celebrate the diverse cultures of our families and educators through special events and traditions throughout the year.
Age-appropriate programs designed to support every stage of your child's development.
Nappies, wipes & cream
Fresh meals provided
Breakfast & morning tea
Allergy aware
Hat, sunscreen & Aerogard
Bedding
Excursions & incursions
Secure facilities
Playground, books & toys
Family & local community focus
Inclusive & culturally aware
Government subsidies
Flexible times & casual days
Daily Storypark updates
Parking
Qualified educators
Play-based curriculum
Holiday program
Excursions & incursions
Music program
Incursions
Language lessons
Cooking lessons
Children need the freedom to explore, but they also need an environment designed to keep them safe. With Busy Bees' long day care and kinder in Waurn Ponds, safety is part of every day, from the way our spaces are managed to how our educators care for and supervise children.
Secure facilities, clear procedures and attentive educators help create a protected environment where your child can play, discover new interests and build independence with confidence.
Our qualified educators are specially trained in child safety and wellbeing, so your child is always in caring and capable hands.
From secure entrances and vigilant sign-in and out systems to clean, easily visible, and well-maintained learning areas, every part of our centre is designed with safety in mind.
We follow best practice procedures for health, nutrition, allergies, sleep, and emergencies, giving you peace of mind every day.
We believe in strong partnerships with families. You're always informed, always involved, and always heard.
Busy Bees is the only early learning provider in Australia partnered with Bravehearts, strengthening our approach to child protection through specialised training and resources.
Learn about our safety approachAt our long day care centre in Waurn Ponds, we keep fee information clear and help you understand the financial assistance that may be available. If your family is eligible, the Australian Government’s Child Care Subsidy (CCS) can reduce the amount you pay for care. Your level of support will depend on your individual circumstances and CCS entitlement, and our team can help with any questions before getting started.
Our transparent daily fees vary depending on your child's age group.
Daily fees include meals, nappies, wipes and enriching learning programs.
Life’s stressful enough without you trying to understand confusing childcare fees and the Child Care Subsidy (CCS). We’re here to simplify your life with transparent fees and flexible options.
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Estimate your subsidy
See your out-of-pocket cost
Children feel safer when the important people in their lives are working together. At Busy Bees early learning daycare centre in Waurn Ponds, we work closely with families so our educators understand your child’s routines, interests, personality and changing needs.
What you share with us can really help their day go well. A new interest, a change in routine or something your child is learning at home can help our educators provide the right encouragement at the right time.
The Storypark app gives you a window into your child’s time with us, with regular updates on their learning, development, routines and memorable moments.
We also value the conversations that happen face to face. Drop-off and pick-up are opportunities to exchange information, ask questions and make sure your child receives consistent support as their needs evolve.
Your knowledge of your child helps us make their learning more personal. By sharing what excites them, what they’re practising and what matters to your family, you give our educators valuable ideas to build on.
These experiences help build strong foundations for relationships, ongoing learning and the transition to school.
Feeling confident about early learning starts with knowing that the people caring for your child understand them. Our Waurn Ponds childcare educators spend time developing trusting relationships with the children so they become a familiar face to offer comfort and guidance.
You’ll also be kept up-to-date with how your child is settling in, what they’re enjoying and how they’re getting on, with a team that welcomes your questions along the way.
Get to know our dedicated educators at our Busy Bees at Waurn Ponds location.
Our experienced team creates a nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported and encouraged to explore, learn and grow with confidence.
If you have questions or would like to learn more about our long-day care and kindergarten in Waurn Ponds, our team would love to help.
Centre Director
I began my early learning journey in 2011 at Waurn Ponds, where I started as an educator before progressing into leadership. After leading another centre, I was proud to return and now lead the team I grew with. I truly believe the first five years are the most important in a child's life, and I'm passionate about helping children learn alongside their peers in a nurturing environment. Supporting families is just as important to me as supporting the children in our care. I love helping families navigate something new, building genuine connections and giving them confidence as they begin their early learning journey. What I love most about our centre is the warm, welcoming atmosphere, from the soft music in the foyer to the smiles, conversations and sense of community that greet families each day. At home, I'm outnumbered by boys with my husband, two sons and two dogs, and I still hope to have a pet cow one day.
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Educational Leader
I began my early learning journey in 2012 and have proudly grown alongside Busy Bees at Waurn Ponds for much of my career. As Educational Leader, I'm passionate about supporting educators to grow and succeed, and seeing the meaningful impact they have on children's learning and development. I value ongoing reflection and professional growth, both for myself and across our centre, and I'm driven by the opportunity to create positive outcomes for children, families and our wider community through collaborative leadership. What I love most about our centre is its strong sense of community and the genuine, trusting relationships we've built with our team and families. Weekends are all about spending time with my family, heading out on adventures together.
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Family Advocate
I began my early learning journey in 2025, bringing with me more than 35 years of experience in administration and people-focused roles. After many years volunteering at a children's camp, I saw firsthand how positive relationships and supportive environments can shape a child's confidence and wellbeing, inspiring me to become a Family Advocate. I love guiding families from their first enquiry through to their child's first day, communicating clearly and helping every family feel confident, supported and cared for. What I love most about Busy Bees at Waurn Ponds is our strong sense of community, where families are welcomed, valued and children's wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. I'm also a self-confessed coffee lover and enjoy hitching up my vintage 1974 York caravan for coastal getaways with Maisie the Moodle.
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The best place to start is with a centre tour. It gives you the opportunity to experience Busy Bees in person, meet our educators and explore the spaces where your child could spend their day.
It’s also your time to ask questions. We can talk about your child’s routines, interests and individual needs, along with our programs, fees and current availability. If you choose to enrol your child at our early learning centre in Waurn Ponds, the team will explain the enrolment process and help make your child’s transition as smooth as possible.
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Need help?
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