Welcome to Toral Lodge Childcare Centre, a purpose-built facility located in Buderim, Sunshine Coast Queensland. Established in 1991, Toral Lodge offers a unique blend of farmyard experiences alongside approved childcare and kindergarten services for children aged between 6 weeks to school age. At Toral Lodge, we believe in the value of every individual, be it educators, children, parents, families, or the wider community. Our philosophy centers around the idea that each child is a unique learner, guiding our programs and practices to create a nurturing and stimulating environment.
At Toral Lodge Childcare, we follow The Sparrow Way, a contemporary play-based learning curriculum that draws from international early learning methods. Our approach, inspired by Reggio Emilia principles and The Early Years Framework for Australia, focuses on fostering children’s natural abilities and creativity through exploration, discovery, and invention. We prioritize family involvement and positive partnerships within our early learning and care environment, ensuring that every child receives individualized holistic learning experiences in a safe and supportive setting.
Our community at Toral Lodge is built on collaboration and shared knowledge, with educators, children, families, the environment, and the wider community all playing essential roles in the learning journey. Through warm and secure relationships, children develop confidence, self-esteem, and a sense of belonging. We aim to lay the foundations for children to become successful, contributing members of their communities, nurturing their inherent abilities and encouraging them to thrive both in our center and beyond.
