canopy Early Education®

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Welcome to canopy Early Education®, where we learn, grow, and discover together!

Our passionate childcare educators, children, and their families create childcare within a community focused on a shared belief. Together we deliver childcare with an understanding that learning fosters growth and enables each child their own unique journey during their early years.

At canopy, children’s learning, and community engagement thrive. Together, we ensure quality childcare for families and offer children the best possible start for their learning journey. Our nurturing environment supports educators, children, families, and the community.

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Our Mission

Enriching lives through intergenerational community connection.

We are committed to providing the absolute best in childcare when it comes to providing quality play-based learning programs and environments, incorporating intergenerational participation with local community connections for early education and growth.

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What we offer

At canopy we are committed to children’s wellbeing, where together we grow – intellectually, emotionally and socially. Our carefully selected breadth of programs, partnerships, and inclusions cover:

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Nursery

Social connections and exploration of their world

Toddlers

Sense of identity and social interactions

Kindy

Teamwork and problem solving

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Our Centres

canopy Early Education® has three Queensland childcare centres located in and around Brisbane, with more planned.

canopy Milton

A large natural playground sitting on the land of the Turrbel and Jagera First Nations, with strong connections to local charities and educational centres.

canopy Ormiston

Joined canopy Early Education® June 2024. Located on the traditional lands of the Quandamooka people in East Brisbane.

canopy Dakabin

canopy Dakabin joined canopy Early Education® in April 2024, formerly part of Sesame Lane Childcare Centres.

 

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More canopy Early Education® childcare centres are coming soon.

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Latest News

canopy Early Education Christmas Appeal 2024

canopy Early Education Christmas Appeal 2024

Christmas Cheer and Gratitude: A Year to Celebrate As December arrives, the festive season is officially here, and it’s a time for reflection, celebration, and gratitude. At canopy, Christmas is not just about giving—it’s about honouring the amazing people and...

Sun Safety at canopy Early Education

Sun Safety at canopy Early Education

Sun Safety at canopy Early Education At canopy Early Education, our dedication to children's sun protection isn't just about meeting standards; it's woven into the fabric of how we nurture our children's overall development. We know Queensland has high rates of skin...

Transition from Kindy to School: Tips for a smooth start

Transition from Kindy to School: Tips for a smooth start

As the children at canopy Early Education® prepare to transition to primary school, it's an exciting milestone for the center. The canopy Kindy graduation marks a heartfelt farewell to their familiar childcare environment as they move forward on their learning journey...

Early Years Brain Development

Early Years Brain Development

Helping Your child’s brain grow: The magic of early development Watching your child grow and learn is one of the most exciting parts of being a parent. What you might not realise is just how much is happening inside their little brain during those early years. From...

canopy Early Education 2024 Christmas Appeal

canopy Early Education 2024 Christmas Appeal

Get Involved and Make a Difference! canopy Early Education is proud to once again support the Queensland Gives Christmas Appeal and the charities that aid some of the most vulnerable in our community. Across canopy Early Education, we are aiming to collect 300 gifts...

Join Us for Our Kindy 2025 Information Evening!

Join Us for Our Kindy 2025 Information Evening!

Kindy 2025 Information Evening! Are you getting ready for your child’s Kindy year? Come along to our Kindy 2025 Information Evening, where our amazing canopy Early Childhood Teachers will guide you through everything you need to know! - canopy Milton16 October 2024...

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Testimonials

Our toddler daughter has thrived at Little Cribb, since starting as a baby. The team are incredible and go over and above to make sure the children feel comfortable and settled. The big bonus at Little Cribb is the large outdoor play yard and our daughter has definitely benefitted from the shared play times with all ages in this area. Easy parking for pickups and drop off help too. Would highly recommend Little Cribb and API!

Ursula – 2023

The educators have made my son’s transition to starting daycare incredibly easy. They’re very personable, flexible, and eagerly work in with you to meet your family’s needs and ease your worries. I highly recommend Big Cribb!

Brittany – 2023

Our daughter Lola has been at API for over 5 years. She was only 6 months old when she first went and is starting school this year. The people we’ve met and the love, care, and kindness we’ve been shown is amazing. Nothing has ever been a problem and anything that has come up I’ve been given guidance and support to overcome. From the exceptional teaching, communication, learning, facilities, administration and friendship, everyone at API have been such a big part of our lives for so long. I highly recommend this “family” to everyone. Lola has made such great friends over the years, with not only the little people but all the teachers and staff too. They show a perfect balance of learning, play, culture, and nurturing. Highly recommended!

Sharon – 2023

I’m so grateful to have found such a kind, caring, safe place for my son to be looked after on the days I need to work. My child has been going to Big Cribb since October 2021 and I couldn’t imagine a better centre. They are inclusive, communicative and the staff seem to genuinely care. My son has learnt so much and I love getting updates and photos of their activities each day. I highly recommend this childcare centre.

Kelly – 2022

Our daughter has been attending the centre for nearly six months and we have been so impressed with the whole API experience. It was the first time sending our little one to daycare and the transition has been seamless. All the educators are so lovely and have a genuine love for the children, most mornings our daughter runs happily into an educator’s arms. Communication is excellent (in particular the daily updates of our child’s day via an app).

Michelle – 2022

Acknowledgement of Country

canopy Early Education® acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Country on whose land we learn and recognises the continuing connections to land, water, and community. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to the Elders – past, present, and emerging.