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Caring for children Since 1940

We are a not-for-profit organisation with a strong heritage in early childhood education in Queensland and Australia. Since 1940 we have been the leaders of excellence in Kindergarten and Childcare.

 
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We have approved Kindy programs in over 100 centres throughout Qld. Find a community kindergarten near you.
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Our high quality long daycare centres offer exceptional childcare for Qld families with children from 6 weeks until Prep entry age.
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Kindergarten is more than preparation for school. Kindergarten is more than preparation for school. It's where children build confidence, friendships, and a love of learning. 

Our kindergarten programs are led by qualified educators who create engaging, play-based experiences tailored to each child's interests and developmental stage. 

Discover what kindergarten could look like for your child.
Registrations are now open for our upcoming webina Registrations are now open for our upcoming webinar:
Sensory processing and regulation: Strategies to engage children in the classroom

๐Ÿ“… Tuesday 17 February 2026
โฐ 6.30pm โ€“ 8.30pm
๐Ÿ’ป Online (statewide)
๐Ÿ’ฒ $120 excl. GST

This interactive session will support educators to better understand sensory processing, recognise sensory profiles, and apply practical strategies to help children engage positively with learning.

Presented by paediatric occupational therapist Marena Matthews, this session will unpack sensory profiles, regulation strategies and how these link to behaviour, wellbeing and higher learning.

A valuable professional learning opportunity for educators working with children across early learning settings.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Register now: https://ladygowrieqld.arlo.co/w/events/2442-sensory-processing-and-regulation-strategies-to-engage-children-in-the-classroom

Registrations close 1 week before the event.
Celebrating 20 years of dedication to Lady Gowrie Celebrating 20 years of dedication to Lady Gowrie Qld! We congratulate and thank Samantha Leach (pictured with Patricia Keeler, Lady Gowrie Qld COO) and Jackie Ware (pictured with Julian Smart, acting CEO) on reaching this milestone. 

Jackie and Sam have worked alongside countless children and families, predominantly across our long day care services in Spring Hill. 

Their commitment, expertise, integrity and welcoming smiles continue to leave a lasting impact on our organisation.
The Rhythmic Integrations (RAMSR) workshop has bee The Rhythmic Integrations (RAMSR) workshop has been rescheduled to Saturday 23 May.

This full-day professional learning opportunity supports educators to strengthen childrenโ€™s self-regulation through simple, evidence-based rhythm and movement strategies that can be embedded into everyday practice.

With the new date, weโ€™re looking forward to welcoming educators for a rich day of learning, reflection and practical skill-building - with resources you can take straight back to your setting.

๐Ÿ“… Saturday 23 May
๐Ÿ“ Brisbane South
โฐ 9.00am โ€“ 4.00pm

Registrations are open, and places are limited.
๐Ÿ‘‰ Register now https://loom.ly/LZue0Vk
We were pleased to welcome the Honourable John-Pau We were pleased to welcome the Honourable John-Paul Langbroek to the Lady Gowrie Headstart Kindergarten โ€“ Vincent centre in Townsville this week. Channel 7 were there to capture the Minister's visits and comments about Free Kindy to all Queenslanders.

To watch the video, visit the Channel 7 page: https://fb.watch/F5dTo7zosY/

We are looking forward to further service the local community with Currajong re-re- opening soon.
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Bowen Hills, QLD 4006
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We are a not for-profit organisation providing high quality childcare and Kindergarten programs, with a strong heritage in early childhood education in Queensland and Australia.

The Brisbane Lady Gowrie Childcare Centre was established in 1940 as a demonstration centre for excellence in early childhood education and care. We continue to be Qldโ€™s leading provider of Community Kindergarten and Long Day Care services and uphold the highest standards in childcare.

Lady Gowrie QLD acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands on which our Kindergarten and childcare services are placed, and pay our respects to the elders, past and present, who have raised children, taught them about the world around them and bestowed on them the gift of culture and language.

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