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Childcare Centre Adelaide

Exceptional childcare in the eastern suburbs of Adelaide

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The Gardens
Excursions & Incursions
Purpose-built kitchen
Meet Our Director

Julijana Koteska

Director & Supervisor

I strongly believe that children who feel safe and happy are more open to learning — and that philosophy has guided my eight years in early childhood education and care. At Burnside Advanced Early Learning Centre, my goal is to provide a warm, high-quality environment where every child can learn and thrive through play. I understand how precious your children are, and I take that responsibility to heart.

We partner with families to support children & parents.

We connect with our community in many ways through our curriculum, incursions, excursions, local places, fundraising events, cultural celebrations and networking with other centres, schools, and specialists in education.

Our community
“Great centre in every way — clean & safe, friendly & professional staff. Our child is very happy here. The centre is also environmentally-sensitive, which is very important for us.”
David

What Our Clients Say

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We are so grateful to Burnside Advanced Early Learning Centre for being such a special part of our child’s life, from the baby room all the way through to the kindy group. Watching our child grow, learn, and develop over the years has been such a beautiful journey, and we feel incredibly lucky to have had such caring and supportive educators alongside us. The staff are warm, patient, empathetic, and genuinely dedicated to the children. They make our child feel safe, loved, and valued every single day. Leaving your little baby in someone else’s care is never easy, but the love, reassurance, and support we have received from the team have made such a difference to our family. It means so much to know that our child is surrounded by people who truly care, understand their needs, and celebrate every little milestone. We will always be thankful for the wonderful memories, the kindness, and the strong foundations the educators have helped build for our child. Burnside Advanced Early Learning Centre has become so much more than a childcare centre to us; it feels like an extension of our family. Thank you to the entire team for caring for our child with so much love, patience, and understanding. You have made such a positive difference in our lives, and we will always appreciate everything you have done. Without a doubt, we highly recommend Burnside Advanced Early Learning Centre to any family looking for a place where their child will be genuinely cared for, supported, and encouraged to thrive. In our eyes, it is one of the best early learning centres in Adelaide.
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We have had such a wonderful experience with Burnside Advanced Early Learning Centre, and I honestly couldn’t recommend them more highly. Both of my sons have been part of the centre’s journey with our family — one has now moved on to school, while my other son still attends. Having experienced the care and support they provide over the years, I can genuinely say how grateful we are to have been part of this community. The educators are so warm, caring and dedicated, and it has always meant so much to know that my children are surrounded by people who genuinely care about their happiness, wellbeing and development. There is something truly special about a centre that makes your children feel safe, loved and comfortable, and gives you peace of mind as a parent. As a parent, leaving your child in someone else’s care is never a small thing, and having that trust and confidence in the people looking after them means everything. Burnside Advanced Early Learning Centre has been such a special part of our family’s early years, and we will always appreciate the memories, care and support they have given our boys. Thank you to the entire team for everything you do and for the difference you make in the lives of children and families. We feel very fortunate to have been part of this centre, and I would wholeheartedly recommend it to any family looking for a warm, nurturing and supportive early learning environment. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Moving from South Africa and settling into a new country is a big change for the whole family, especially when it comes to finding the right place for your child. We feel so lucky to have found Burnside Advanced Early Learning Centre! From the beginning, the educators have made us feel so welcome and supported. Their kindness, warmth, and understanding have meant so much to our family. Knowing that our child attends five days a week and is surrounded by caring, knowledgeable educators gives us such peace of mind. The team genuinely cares about the children and makes them feel safe, happy, and loved. It is so comforting to know that our child is growing, learning, and building beautiful friendships in such a nurturing environment. We are truly grateful for the love and support we have received. Burnside Advanced Early Learning Centre is one of the best early learning centres in Adelaide, and we couldn't recommend it more highly! ❤️🌷
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ **A Wonderful Early Learning Centre – Highly Recommend!** We couldn’t be happier with our experience at **Burnside Advanced Early Learning Centre**! ❤️ Our child attends five days a week, and it brings us so much comfort and happiness knowing they are in such caring, supportive, and nurturing hands every day. The staff are absolutely wonderful—warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They make us feel heard and supported as parents, and it is clear how much love, dedication, and thought they put into the children’s learning, development, and wellbeing. It means so much to know that our child is surrounded by educators who take the time to understand their individual needs, encourage their curiosity, build their confidence, and create a safe and happy environment where they can grow and thrive. Leaving your child in someone else’s care is never a small thing, but the team at Burnside Advanced Early Learning Centre gives us great peace of mind. We truly appreciate all the effort, kindness, patience, and professionalism they show every day. A heartfelt thank you to the entire team for everything you do. Your care and dedication make such a positive difference in our child’s life, and we are so grateful to be part of such a lovely centre. **We highly recommend Burnside Advanced Early Learning Centre to any family looking for a centre with caring educators, knowledgeable staff, and a genuine commitment to children’s learning and happiness. Five stars without a doubt!** ⭐️❤️
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Burnside Advanced Early Learning Centre has been such a beautiful part of our family’s journey. One of our daughters attended this centre, and now our son is coming too — and we couldn’t be more grateful. The educators show so much love, patience and genuine care every single day. They make our children feel safe, happy and truly valued. As parents, we feel deeply thankful for the warmth, stability and support this centre provides. Burnside Advanced is honestly the best early learning centre in Adelaide, and we highly recommend it to every family.
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We are so grateful that we chose this centre. Looking back, it was one of the best decisions we have ever made for our child. Our child started here in the Baby Room and has now graduated from Kindy. Over the past three and a half years, this centre has been a huge part of our child’s early childhood, creating so many wonderful memories and giving them the happiest start to their learning journey. Every teacher here is caring, patient, professional and genuinely passionate about working with children. They not only support children’s learning and development but also make every child feel loved, safe and valued. We would especially like to thank Julijana, Nicola, Nicole, Charlee, Helen, Jo, Arfana and Raj. You are all outstanding educators, and we truly appreciate the love, encouragement and dedication you have shown our child throughout these years. Thank you for helping our child grow in confidence, curiosity and happiness. Communication with families has always been excellent. Whenever we had any questions or concerns, the teachers were always approachable, responsive and willing to help. They kept us well informed and worked closely with us to support our child’s development. As a Chinese family, we were initially a little worried about the language barrier. However, we quickly realised there was no need to worry at all. Whether speaking with the Chinese-speaking educators or the English-speaking teachers, everyone was kind, patient and supportive. Even for families whose English is not perfect, communication is easy and stress-free, which gives parents great peace of mind. Thank you to all of the wonderful teachers and staff for your kindness, care and dedication over the past three and a half years. You have given our child a safe, happy and nurturing environment where they could learn, grow and truly enjoy being a child. We will always treasure the beautiful memories made here and highly recommend this childcare centre to any family looking for a loving, supportive and high-quality early learning environment.
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This is a wonderful centre. The staff are brilliant. They looked after our daughter in her early years with care and love and we feel very fortunate to have been able to share these years with them.
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We could not recommend BAELC more. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and foster the learning of every child. They have created a community where children's curiosities are encouraged and explored, and the attention to detail in their varied activities is to be commended. Our daughter has thrived here, and we cannot be happier.
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We are very happy with the BAELC. All educators and the directors are wonderful. No matter what we enquire or need, they are always quick to help. Our daugther loves going there and I feel great knowing that that she is in good hands and will be cared for, including hugs and cuddles, when she misses us.

Child Care Centre FAQs

Why Burnside Advanced Early Learning childcare centre in Adelaide?

There are plenty of reasons to choose Burnside Advanced Early Learning Childcare Centre. We’ve created a beautiful natural environment where children are encouraged to develop an understanding of Belonging, Being and Becoming. We allow children to explore their environment through play and offer a range of learning experiences to suit all children. With strong community links, children also get to learn more about the world around them.

How do I enrol at Burnside Advanced Early Learning Childcare Centre?

Enrolling at Burnside Advanced Early Learning childcare centre in Adelaide is nice and easy. All you need to do is contact us by phone or through our website. You can even enrol online. We also understand parents and children would like to check out our great facilities first, so you can even book a tour of our centre. Simply fill out the online booking form, and we’ll be in touch!

What should I look for in an Adelaide childcare centre?

A modern approach to education is one of the most important things to look for when choosing an Adelaide early learning centre. Rather than trying to fit all children into one box, we allow them to explore the world around them and develop their educational pathways. All children learn differently, and we encourage all learning styles.

Aside from that, you should look for a team of accredited educators, a strong Early Learning Framework and safe facilities for your child. Also, make sure you check parent reviews and testimonials.

What is included at our early education child care centres?

We offer a range of different learning activities, including play-based learning. All meals are included, and we regularly organise excursions, incursions and other types of community involvement to to broaden your child’s experiences. With wonderful gardens, a purpose-built kitchen and multiple educational rooms, your child has a welcoming, warm environment that encourages them to learn and discover.

What ages does Burnside Advanced Early Learning cater for?

We cater to all children prior to their formal schooling. That means we provide childcare and education for babies 6 weeks old right through to our pre-school and kindy programs for children up to 5 years old.

How do I find more about my Local Childcare Centre in Adelaide’s Eastern Suburbs?

You can read through our website to find important information about our centre, but booking a tour is the best way to learn more. Simply book online, and we’ll arrange a time to show you through our facilities and answer any questions you may have.

What happens when we go on holidays?

If you go on holiday and don’t require care for a certain period of time, just let us know in advance. You will be charged at a discounted holiday rate for the time you’re away. However, please note that when applying for Child Care Subsidy (CCS), you are only eligible for 42 absences per calendar year.

What government rebates and benefits are available to families?

Through Services Australia, the government provides Child Care Subsidy (CCS). It’s best to contact Services Australia for more information because the amount available is different for everyone, depending on their circumstances.

What is the Child Care Subsidy?

The Child Care Subsidy is a federal government initiative to help parents with the cost of childcare. The amount you’re entitled to depends on your income and individual circumstances. As such, we cannot advise on any amounts payable, but rather direct you to the Services Australia website to find out more details.

Do the children receive meals?

Yes, children are provided with breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, a late snack and dinner. Our qualified chef prepares meals daily on-site, and we are a nut-free and egg-free centre. We love sharing mealtimes with the children and encourage them to learn about good nutrition. We also offer vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free, lactose-free and soymilk options for children with special dietary requirements.

What is the Early Years Learning Framework?

The Early Years Learning Framework is a national curriculum designed to ensure quality and consistency in early education. The framework covers all learning up to age 5 years old and helps support children with the transition to formal school.

Why are the first five years of a child’s life so important?

When children are first born, everything is new. Their curious minds have so much information to take in about their surroundings and the world around them. Most importantly, though, the brain develops much faster up to the age of 5, meaning that without knowing it, children are already establishing their learning pathways during these years.

Why is early learning important?

For the reasons above, children have so much to learn during the years before school. Their brains are more receptive to learning, too, so it’s a great time for children to experience as much as possible. In addition, early learning provides a level of routine and structure that children experience during formal school, helping with the transition when the time comes.

What is the difference between ‘daycare’ and ‘early learning’?

In very simple terms, daycare is about providing supervision and care for children during the day. Of course, play and learning can be part of a daycare program, but it isn’t regulated. Early learning falls under the national Early Years Learning Framework, which is a curriculum designed to support children’s early educational development.

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Burnside AELC is conveniently positioned for families across Adelaide's eastern suburbs, including Burnside, Rose Park, Norwood, Kensington, Wattle Park, Glenunga, St Georges, Beaumont, Burnside, Kensington, Rose Park, Norwood, Magill and St Peters. We're close to the Southern Eastern Freeway and a short drive from many prestigious schools and colleges.

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We acknowledge the Kaurna people of the Adelaide Plains and pays respect to Elders past and present. We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and relationship with the land. We acknowledge that they are of continuing importance to the Kaurna people living today.

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