Where big hearts help shape little minds.
We offer both Long Daycare and Before & After School Care and Vacation Care.
First Choice Community Child Care
Long Day Care
Outside School Hours Care
Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) is a service for school-aged children that operates outside normal school hours.
Community Based
Strong partnerships with local families and community programs.
Long Term Staff
Experienced educators providing consistency and trusted care.
Natural Outdoor Space
Outdoor environments that encourage active exploration and connection with nature.
Nurturing Learning Environment
Community Based
Strong partnerships with local families and community programs.
Long Term Staff
Experienced educators providing consistency and trusted care.
Natural Outdoor Space
Outdoor environments that encourage active exploration and connection with nature.
Nurturing Learning Environment
Safe, supportive spaces where children grow with confidence.
Educational Program
Our program provides a safe, engaging environment where every child is valued and supported. Through play-based learning, children explore, build friendships, and grow in confidence and independence.
Tailored activities help 3–5 year olds develop curiosity, problem-solving skills, and school readiness. Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), we support social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth, inspiring a lifelong love of learning.
Where safety meets nurturing care. Our on-site fresh meals and allergy-friendly options keep your child healthy and happy, while our secure, controlled environment ensures you can relax. Every day, your little one discovers, explores, and thrives
Location and convenience
Our centre is a bus ride away from Cockburn Central Station, with convenient bus routes and easy access to major motorways. Families will appreciate the nearby medical centres, service stations, and Cockburn Shopping Centre, as well as other local amenities, making drop-offs, pickups, and everyday errands simple and stress-free.
A Vision for Children's Learning
Fundamental to the Framework is a view of children’s lives as characterised by belonging, being and becoming. From before birth children are connected to family, communities, culture and place. Their earliest learning, development and wellbeing takes place through these relationships, particularly within families, who are children’s first and most influential educators. As children participate in everyday life, they construct their own identities and understandings of the world. Educators engage children in learning that promotes confidence, creativity and enables active citizenship.
What makes us special?
SLELC provides high-quality early learning in a nurturing, inclusive environment. Our programs are child-centred and aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, supporting children’s wellbeing, development, and learning outcomes. We pride ourselves on strong educator–child relationships, consistent, long term staffing, collaborative partnerships with families, and a commitment to continuous improvement and best practice
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Get in Touch
Have a question about our Long Day Care program or Outside School Hours Care? Our team is here to assist with enrolment enquiries, program information, and anything you need to know about daily care at South Lake Early Learning Centre.
Head Office
2 South Lake Drive
South Lake WA 6164
Give Us A Call
(08) 9417 4494
Email Us
management@southlake-elc.com.au