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Albany Early Learning Centre

A warm, inclusive community feel, located near to Yakamia Primary. Adventure awaits with dedicated playgrounds for nature-based play and discovery.

Early Learning
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 6:00pm Yakamia
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Tables and chairs in activity room at Albany childcare centre
Nursery room with fabric canopy, colorful storage, reading nook, and natural light at Albany childcare centre
Organised play area with colorful storage shelves, educational materials, and tree wall decoration at Albany childcare
Toddlers room with natural light, learning stations, and nature-inspired decor at Albany childcare centre
Covered outdoor learning space with wooden furniture, fabric canopy, and educational posters at Albany childcare centre
Large painted pipe climbing structure in outdoor play area at Albany childcare centre, with a tree and slide
Step and balance play equipment in outdoor playground at Albany childcare centre
Nursery room with fabric canopy, colorful storage, reading nook, and natural light at Albany childcare centre

Albany Early Learning Centre

Phone
08 9842 5580
albany.elc@ymcawa.org.au
Hours
Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 6:00pm
Ages
0-2, 2-3, 3-5 years
Location
35 Beaufort Rd, Yakamia, Western Australia, 6330, Australia

PHILOSOPHY & APPROACH

CENTRE PHILOSOPHY

At Albany ELC, we exist to create opportunities for children to flourish and grow in body, mind and spirit – building the foundations they need for school, for relationships and for life.

Our purpose is to ensure every child who learns with us develops the wellbeing, confidence and capabilities they need to flourish now and into the future.

Our philosophy is grounded in the Y’s core values of respect, honesty, responsibility, and caring, which guide the way we learn, play, and interact each day.

DEVELOPING SCHOOL READINESS

We offer an evidence-based School ReadY program in our Kindy room. Designed for children ages 3 to 5, the program builds essential literacy, language, social-emotional, and numeracy skills, helping them flourish at school and in life. A Literacy Specialist partners with the team and provides regular coaching to strengthen delivery of the School ReadY program.

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Everything you need to know about our centre and services.

ABOUT OUR CENTRE

YOUR LOCAL EARLY LEARNING COMMUNITY

Care options

  • Long day care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years
  • Dedicated Nursery, Toddler, and Kindy rooms

Our centre environment

  • A small, home-like centre with a close-knit community feel
  • A safe, nurturing and inclusive space, caring for up to 38 children
  • A trusted team dedicated to creating meaningful connections and engaging experiences for every child
  • Strong family partnerships that provide parents peace of mind
  • Large outdoor dedicated playgrounds that encourage exploration and play
  • Convenient location next to Yakamia Primary School
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PROGRAM FOCUS

PROGRAMS FOR LITTLE LEARNERS

Our programs support each child’s interests and development, with a focus on:

  • Wellbeing: We place a strong emphasis on social and emotional development, ensuring every child feels safe, secure, and supported as they grow into confident individuals
  • Play-based learning: We encourage children to follow their interests, build confidence, and develop essential life skills in a supportive and engaging environment
  • School ReadY: A specialised program in our Kindy rooms for children aged 3 to 5 that builds literacy, numeracy (STEM), and social-emotional skills, preparing them for school and life
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CENTRE INCLUSIONS

BENEFITS FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILD

  • Daily updates to families via Playground app
  • Nutritious meals including breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and snack
  • A thriving vegetable garden for hands-on learning
  • Creative arts and craft activities to spark imagination
  • Sunscreen and wipes provided for care
  • Engaging outdoor areas for active nature play
    • The 0–3 years outdoor area features shade sails, a truck pit, mud kitchen, sandpit, veggie gardens, decking for play and tables, a boat, cubby house, and plenty of space for active play
    • The 3–5 years outdoor area includes shade sails, a large sandpit, wooden boat and slide, bike path, climbing and balancing spaces, and a big veranda for indoor/outdoor play
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DAILY ROUTINE

DISCOVER A DAY AT OUR CENTRE

Our routine is flexible with a mix of planned learning experiences and child-led activities. Here’s a guide to what a usual day looks like:

  • 7:30am Centre opens, family grouping
  • 8:00am Rooms separate into individual spaces, indoor/outdoor exploration
  • 9:00am Morning tea
  • 9:30-11:00am Planned experiences (including the School ReadY Literacy and Language program in the Kindy room), indoor/outdoor exploration
  • 11:00am Lunch
  • 12:00pm Transition to sleep time, quiet activities non-sleepers
  • 1:00pm As children wake, engage in indoor exploration
  • 2:00pm Afternoon tea, indoor/outdoor exploration
  • 4:00pm Tidy/pack away, transition to Kindy if appropriate
  • 4:45pm Late snack
  • 6:00pm Centre closes
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FEES & SUBSIDIES

CLEAR FEES AND HASSLE-FREE ENROLMENT

0-2 years:

  • Permanent: $144.68
  • Casual: $155.51

2-3 years:

  • Permanent: $142.49
  • Casual: $153.38

3-5 years:

  • Permanent: $139.21
  • Casual: $150.10

Subsidies available for eligible families:

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Centre Director

Michelle Burns, Centre Director at the Y Albany Childcare Centre

Michelle Burns

Centre Director, Albany Early Learning Centre

Hi, I’m Michelle Burns, the Centre Director at Albany Early Learning Centre. I hold an Advanced Diploma in Children’s Services and have been with the centre for 22 years, during which I’ve held multiple roles. Welcoming children and families each day and hearing their wonderful stories is a highlight I truly value. Every day is different, and I strive to create the best environment for families, children, and my team. Together, we nurture children to flourish and reach their full potential. 

ABOUT OUR CENTRE
PROGRAM FOCUS
CENTRE INCLUSIONS
DAILY ROUTINE
CENTRE DIRECTOR
FEES & SUBSIDIES

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