- athelstone@adelaideearlylearning.com.au
- (08) 8104 9145
- 2 Maryvale Road, Athelstone SA 5076
Adelaide Early Learning (AEL) is more than a childcare centre — it’s a place where children, families, and educators come together in a community of learning, belonging, and care.
Adelaide Early Learning is a place where children feel genuinely safe, supported and encouraged to be themselves.
Our educators build strong, caring relationships with every child, creating an environment filled with warmth, curiosity and joy.
Here, children are guided to explore, discover and grow through meaningful play experiences that nurture confidence and belonging.
At AEL, we believe that the early years lay the foundation for a lifetime of curiosity, confidence, and connection.
Our dedicated educators provide a nurturing, play-based environment where children are supported to explore their world, build relationships, and grow as capable learners.
To create a warm, inclusive space where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn.
We envision a community where every child experiences belonging and joy through meaningful connections — with people, with nature, and with their local world.
Our mission is to provide high-quality early learning experiences that foster curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
Through care, community partnerships, and professional excellence, we empower children to explore, imagine, and thrive — laying strong foundations for their future.
Our qualified, passionate educators create a safe, nurturing environment for every child.
We follow a play-based approach that sparks curiosity, creativity and joyful learning.
We build strong connections with families and our local community.
Purpose-built, secure spaces where children can explore, learn and grow with confidence.
We welcome children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, across nursery, toddler and kindergarten programs.
We’re open Monday to Friday, 7.00 am – 6:00 pm
Yes, all meals are freshly prepared onsite. Our menus are carefully created by a qualified chef, ensuring children enjoy balanced, nourishing meals that support their growth and development.
We follow a play-based, child-led approach guided by the Early Years Learning Framework.
Families can book a tour online to meet our team and begin the enrolment process.
Our daily fees vary depending your child’s age, and the days attended.
From 5 January, changes to the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) mean the activity test is removed, and all eligible families will receive a minimum of three days of subsidised care per week (the 3-day guarantee). Additional subsidised hours may still apply depending on family income and circumstances.
To help you estimate your fees:
For personalised fee information and to learn more about what’s included, we encourage families to book a tour so our team can talk through fees, inclusions and CCS in more detail.
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