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Dakabin Campus

Quality and Affordable Childcare

6:00am – 6:30pm
6 weeks to school age

86 Whitehorse Road, Dakabin

07 3491 8059

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Finding the right early learning centre for your little one can be stressful

Our Dakabin campus is a 75 place centre.  We provide childcare and early learning education from 6 weeks of age through to school age. We have 5 rooms with large outdoor areas for the children to explore. Our campus prides itself on the amazing relationships we build with families, always encouraging their input and to become more involved within the centre and community.

Our Educators are passionate about early years education, providing all children with quality care in all areas of the National Quality Standards.

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WHY OUR DAYCARE IN DAKABIN IS THE BEST CHOICE FOR YOU…

We know the decision to place your little one in the care of others is a big one. These are some of the questions we are frequently asked. Please do not hesitate to call our kindergarten on 07 3491 8059 to discuss your child’s requirements in detail.

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Homely Environment

Homely Environment

Each of our centres is unique but they all quickly become your child’s home-away-from-home. At Day One, we understand that children learn best in a space where they feel happy and safe. With highly engaging spaces to learn, explore and unwind, our learning environments spark curiosity and confidence.

Kindergarten Program

Kindergarten Program

It is our great privilege to be instrumental in preparing your child to be a calm, confident and curious learner, ready to successfully transition to school. The Kindergarten Program includes informative Parent Evenings because we understand the transition to school is also a big step for parents!

Beautiful Outdoor Area

Beautiful Outdoor Area

At every Day One centre, you will discover large, shaded outdoor playscapes that have been custom-designed with input from our children and families to provide highly engaging areas ready for daily adventures. These can include sand and water play zones, bike tracks, climbing equipment, interactive garden beds, cosy spaces for reading, and lots of space for all children to explore.

DO Curriculum

DO Curriculum

We have developed a number of bespoke Day One educational programs to prepare children for the opportunities and challenges of life beyond Day One. Our programs are incorporated into your child’s daily routine at Day One and are guided by their own interests. The DO Programs include DO Social, DO Health, DO Language, DO Knowledge, DO Creative, DO Planet and DO Kindy.

Excursions For All Ages

Excursions For All Ages

Day One World Explorers are often seen out and about exploring the community and environment in which we live. This includes everyone, from babies through to kindergarten. We encourage parents to participate in these excursions where possible too. The real benefit of excursions is that they provide real-life experiences that cannot be replicated in our centres or even at home.

Community Engagement

Community Engagement

Engaging in our local communities plays a paramount role in supporting children to develop feelings of belonging and security. Additionally, as children grow and develop, authentic relationships with the outer world helps them to find their place and leads them to understand shared values and how society works.

Everything is included in our fees

  • Nappies
  • Nutritional Balanced Meals Provided
  • Sunscreen Provided
  • 5-day, Government Funded Kindergarten Program
  • Fully air-conditioned and heated
  • Free hat and t-shirt on enrolment
  • Parent information events
  • All incursions and events

WAITLIST & ENROLMENT PROCESS

  • We promote an open door policy where families can visit the centre at any time during operational hours and are offered a walk through and an overview of what we offer as a centre.
  • Once families have completed a tour they will receive an enrolment pack with all the necessary paperwork.
  • Once enrolled, the orientation process begins for both families and the child.
  • The orientation process is ongoing over the first month to ensure all family members settle easily.

The key to great child care is great people

Meet The Staff From Our Dakabin Team

ALLEY WARD

Campus Director

EMILY PARRY

Assistant Director

INDRA SINGH

Early Childhood Teacher

80% of our educators have been at the centre for over 5 years

Beautiful environments, inside and out

We create incredible learning environments for your child to discover their own confidence and a lifelong love of learning.

Our Rooms

Nursery: 6 wks – 15mo, Toddlers: 12mo – 2yrs, 3 Year old: 2 – 3 yrs,
Pre-Kindy: 2.5 – 3.5 yrs, Kindy: 3.5 – 5 yrs

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Open for

11 Years

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Taught over

5,000 children

their ABCs

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Served over

1,000,000

delicious lunches

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Enjoyed

countless

precious smiles

Our Curriculum

Our programs are based on the developmental needs of children & their interests through play based learning ensuring all children are reaching their learning outcomes.

Our aim is to provide a safe, secure and supportive environment incorporating natural play spaces for the children to explore using their sensory capabilities. We wish to encouraging, inspire and extend each child’s learning and help prepare them for the transition to school and life.

A great location with flexible payment options

DO Social


Focuses on building emotional intelligence and resilience, as well as cultural awareness......

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DO Health


Good health and physical wellbeing is fundamental to a child’s ability to develop, learn and grow DO Health has been designed to establish healthy physical…

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DO Language


DO Language has been designed to develop strong literacy skills by teaching children about sound, expression, vocabulary, reading, writing and speaking The DO Language program…

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DO Maths & Science


DO Maths & Science has been designed to develop children’s logical reasoning to increase their capacity to understand everyday maths and science concepts. Through investigation,…

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DO Creative


DO Creative has been designed to assist children to explore their expressive, artistic and creative talents. DO Creative promotes communication, confidence and self-esteem. Milestones Covered…

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DO Planet


The DO Planet Program is about encouraging Day One children to understand, respect and care for the natural environment Sustainability is central to the Day…

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DO Kindy


DO Kindy is the program used by Day One to prepare your child for a lifelong love of learning and a successful transition into school.…

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DO @home


Children learn best through play and DayOne@Home provides you with a routine and suite of learning activities for your c...

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Benefits of attending a Day One ELC

Our qualified educators facilitate playful learning experiences to create a solid foundation for the transition to school and future learning success.

By attending Day One ELC, your child will:

  • Create a lifelong love of learning from Day One
  • Have fun in a caring environment
  • Build confidence and learn friendships
  • Discover talents that bring them joy.

Extra benefits of a Day One ELC

  • Enriching events, excursions and incursions
  • Access to interactive Smartboard to enhance the learning journey
  • Parent App to access your child’s learning records, easily manage accounts and bookings.

Dakabin Campus - 07 3491 8059

86 Whitehorse Rd Dakabin QLD 4503
Open 6:00am - 6:30pm
dakabin@dayoneelc.com.au

Dakabin Campus

86 Whitehorse Rd Dakabin QLD 4503

We have flexible options to help maximise Child Care Subsidsy, and help minimise your out of pocket costs, please call us to find out more

Find out how much you can save If you qualify for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS).

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Day One reviews on Google

  • Day One Early Learning centre at Dakabin is the best. Caring, lovely staff who have been there for many years. And when looking for a centre that's important . The children are happy and have the best fun with lots of engaging experiences daily.
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    Kim Jenkins
    11/25/2024
    Great center. The educators have been very welcoming since my son’s first day. I get great daily communication and they are always open to listening and problem solving any concerns I do have. It’s a nice feeling that my son enjoys going everyday.
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    Sam Kilroy
    11/25/2024
    Day One has been amazing for my little girl. After moving from another centre where we had a bad experience, they have truly proven we made the right choice. Our girl has come leaps and bounds in her communication and social skills. She loves her Kindy days and will often try to get us to take her to Kindy on the weekends.
    The staff are amazing too. Some of the friendliest you'll meet
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    Bec Evetts
    11/25/2024
  • The whole team at Day one Dakabin are amazing. They are so caring and loving to my kids and it feels like a family.
    They have staff members that have been there since the centre opened and most staff have been there for at least 4 years, this is reassuring that my girls can create relationships with each of them.
    I cannot fault them in anyway, they have accommodated emergency care and have before and after school care for the older children. Best daycare centre around.
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    Jacinta Connelly
    6/20/2024
    I cannot say enough positive things about this daycare - it's truly amazing! The staff are incredibly caring and attentive, and they really go above and beyond to create a safe and nurturing environment for the children. The facilities are clean and well-maintained, with plenty of engaging activities and learning opportunities for the kids. My child has learned so much and has made great friends there and always comes home with a big smile and in good spirits.
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    Mikayla Rigby George
    6/07/2024
    Spent a long time searching for the right centre for my son before I went back to work.
    He’s been going for about 4 months now and I am happy with the service and care my son receives. The communication with anything I had been unsure about has been great, and eased all of my concerns.
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    Tasha Sundholm
    3/18/2022
  • Extremely helpful and friendly staff, a real family feel. Very happy with all aspects, have always felt very welcome and included. Couldn't have found a better place for our little one to start her learning and life experiences. Thanks so much team, you all are amazing! 😁
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    Nikki Trickey
    3/12/2022
    My child has attended day one for 6 years now and I can not fault them. He loves going to the centre and I struggle to get him leave in the afternoons. The educators are brilliant at showing the kids how to be caring, respectful and allow them to grow into their own independence.
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    Tamara Breton
    3/11/2022
    Absolutely love their services! Staff are friendly and approachable. Always there to help when you need anything extra. My child is always happy to attend which is a big improvement from her last daycare.
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    Blair Hunt
    11/11/2021
  • My family absolutely loves Day One Dakabin. We have been here for nearly 3 years. The staff are lovely and take pride in their jobs. They cater to my daughters needs and make her feel safe. All of the families that attend are beautiful. The centre is always clean and tidy. They have a swimming program that my daughter loves and a huge range of activities to keep the kids busy. The staff are lovely and welcoming.I can not recommend Day One enough to other parents.
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    Kirby Haika
    9/21/2021
    Absolutely love this centre and the staff. They have gone above and beyond to settle in my twin girls. The ladies are just amazing, the outdoor area is massive, the centre is clean and tidy and is so welcoming and homey. Recommend 10/10!
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    Sian Jarah
    7/12/2019
    Absolutely amazing staff. My son loves attending the nursery at Day One.
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    Simone Grant
    5/06/2019
  • Day One Early Learning Centre- Dakabin Campus has not only been my place of work for over 3 years but it has also been a fantastic place for both of my children, my eldest entered prep with a great head start thanks to the kindy program, my 2 year old has become more vocal and is well on her way through her developmental milestones thanks to the great educators that support her every goal and make every morning an easy transition. I love how friendly the staff are and that communications are always open and the staff are willing to go above and beyond for her and myself. Thank you Day One for your homely feel you are very much apart of our family.
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    Alley Parnell
    5/02/2019
    Great location, easy access, excellent value for money with many inclusions like the DO programs which are new. Qualified educators who do lots of ongoing in-house training. Meals included and supplied daily and always take care of my son's food intolerances too - thanks! I also appreciate the daily updates via the Parents App :-)
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    5/02/2019

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