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Story House Early Learning Black Rock Centre overview
At Story House Early Learning Black Rock, every day is filled with discovery, laughter, and learning!
Our warm, welcoming environment helps children feel confident, supported, and excited to explore. With a small, close-knit team, we build strong connections with families, creating a friendly community where everyone feels at home.
Our passionate educators don’t just teach – they inspire! With multilingual skills and a love for hands-on learning, they create a nurturing space where your child’s unique potential shines. Our exciting programs spark curiosity and creativity, ensuring your child always has something fun to do!
Exciting Learning Experiences and Programs:
- Bush & Beach Kinder – Nature walks, crafts, and beach adventures!
- Cultural Celebrations – Special events celebrating our diverse community!
- Sports & Movement – Yoga, dance, and fun games to get those wiggles out!
- Music & Dance – Shake, shimmy, and groove to the rhythm!
- Sustainability – Hands-on gardening and eco-friendly fun!
- Cooking & Veggie Garden – Kids cook, grow, and eat their creations!
- Excursions & Incursions – Visit parks, meet farm animals, and explore the world!
- School Readiness – Fun literacy and social skills activities to prep for school!
- Healthy & Tasty Meals – Our in-house chef creates meals children actually love!
- Outdoor Play Paradise – Pirate ships, sandpits, climbing structures, and more to keep little adventurers active!
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Get to know us
Programs

Programs
Our programs inspire curiosity and creativity, supporting each child's development through a mix of play-based and structured activities that build confidence and independence. Some of our enriching programs include:
- Bush Kinder and Beach Kinder: Children engage with nature through bushwalking, nature crafts, beach activities, and exploring the natural world.
- Cultural Events & Celebrations: We host regular special events and celebrate the cultural traditions of our community, promoting inclusivity and belonging.
- Sports and Movement Programs: Activities like yoga, dance, and ball games promote physical activity, coordination, and teamwork.
- Music & Dance Programs: Children explore rhythm, coordination, and self-expression through engaging music and movement.
- Sustainability Programs: Gardening, recycling, and eco-friendly practices teach sustainability.
- Cooking and Veggie Garden Activities: Children develop cooking and gardening skills, promoting healthy eating.
- Extracurricular Activities: Regular excursions include trips to local parks and community centres. Incursions such as Animals of Oz, and child safety programs, farm animals provide a variety of new learning experiences.
- School Readiness Program: Our program prepares children for primary school with literacy, numeracy, and social activities.
Meet the team

Meet the team
Our dedicated, long-standing educators bring warmth, expertise, and a genuine passion for early learning, building strong, lasting connections with children and families. They create a vibrant, supportive environment filled with hands-on activities, enriching resources, and personalised communication - including thoughtful courtesy calls to check on children’s well-being.
Some team members include experienced Early Childhood Teacher, Ali, who drives our Kinder program with a focus on school readiness and interactive learning. Our incredible Lead Educator, Kate, has been part of the team for over 10 years, bringing creativity and dedication to child development and engaging learning spaces.
With educators fluent in Hindi, Mandarin, Spanish, French, Greek, Korean, Russian, and Vietnamese, we embrace cultural diversity and enrich every child’s learning journey.
At Story House Early Learning Black Rock, our passionate team creates a warm, inspiring space where children feel valued, supported, and excited to learn!
Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Kindergarten/Preschool Programs
Pathway to School
Our 3-year-old Kindergarten and 4-year-old Pre-Prep programs nurture young learners as they gain confidence, make decisions, and develop emotional strength and social connections. Children learn to collaborate, problem-solve, and express themselves while building key skills in literacy, numeracy, and communication. They also explore healthy choices, personal responsibility, and creative thinking in an engaging and supportive environment.
We provide inquiry-based curriculum through play - across exciting learning areas, including:
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths)
- Language and Literacy
- Active and Involved Citizens
- Nature Play and Sustainability
- The Arts
- Health and Wellbeing
With a balance of small and whole-group experiences, both indoors and outdoors, children are encouraged to wonder, discover, and grow - preparing them for a bright future ahead!
Health and Nutrition
Health and Nutrition
Our amazing in-house chef, Margarita, has been serving up nutritious and delicious meals here for over 10 years! She crafts wholesome dishes that cater to all dietary needs and allergies, ensuring every child enjoys fresh, balanced meals. Families love her menu, packed with variety and flavour.
Mealtimes are more than just eating - kids dive into hands-on cooking experiences, learning healthy habits and basic kitchen skills. Margarita also shares her culinary expertise with families, offering written recipes to try at home. Some all-time favourites? Chicken poke bowls, dinosaur pasta with tofu, and homemade samosas - yum!

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Centre Reviews

Ali is a caring educator and an amazing teacher towards my daughter and my daughter loves coming to this Daycare Centre. ... Ali is a caring educator and an amazing teacher towards my daughter and my daughter loves coming to this Daycare Centre. I highly recommend this incredible place to anyone, my daughter has learned so much and she gets along with everyone here. Thank you to the whole team of Story House Early Learning Centre in Black Rock. Read more
Thank you Juliana Freeman for taking the time to share this great review! The team is delighted to receive such great feedback. We love hearing from happy families like you!