We've been part of the Little Locals family for quite some time now, and it's been wonderful watching my son grow in confidence and development during his time there.<br><br>The educators genuinely care about the children and work hard to create a fun, safe and engaging environment. My son (and myself!) has built some beautiful relationships with his educators, and it's lovely seeing how much his language, independence and confidence have grown. What I do especially love is that we have consistency with staff/educators and that makes my son feel very secure and comfortable.<br><br>Communication is always friendly, and the team puts a lot of effort into creating enjoyable learning experiences and celebrating special occasions throughout the year.<br>Bridey, in particular, has always gone above and beyond. From being the lead educator in my son's room to now stepping into the Assistant Centre Manager role, she has consistently shown genuine care, kindness and professionalism. She has always taken the time to listen, support us and make us feel valued, and I truly believe she has played a huge part in making our experience at Little Locals such a positive one.<br><br>Thank you to all of the educators for the care, patience and support you show every day. We appreciate everything you do for our little ones.

We absolutely love Little Locals South Ripley. From the moment we joined, we've always felt genuinely welcomed. The educators are so warm, kind and friendly, and it really feels like a second family.<br><br>One thing I appreciate most is how much they truly listen to parents. Whenever I've had concerns about my son, they've taken the time to hear me, work with me and put supports in place to help him thrive. It never feels like you're just another family walking through the door—they genuinely care about each child as an individual.<br><br>The communication is fantastic, the staff are approachable, and you can see how much love and effort they put into creating a safe, nurturing environment. My son is always happy to go, and it's so reassuring knowing he's surrounded by people who understand him, encourage him and celebrate his progress.<br><br>I couldn't recommend Little Locals South Ripley more highly. If you're looking for a childcare centre where your child will be genuinely cared for and where parents feel supported every step of the way, this is the place. Thank you to the entire team for everything you do—you've made such a positive difference to our family.

Our little boy has been attending Little Locals South Ripley since the centre first opened in 2024, and our family has nothing but positive things to say. The centre has beautiful indoor and outdoor learning environments, with facilities that are clean and well maintained, and they have a fantastic range of resources and activities that keep the children engaged and excited to learn. We also love the fun incursions and celebrations held throughout the year, which create many special memories for the children. One of the greatest strengths of Little Locals is the exceptional quality of its staff. Founding managers Amy and Jess set a high standard from the beginning, creating a team who are genuinely passionate, caring and enthusiastic about early childhood education. Jess, in particular, is a huge credit to the centre. Her communication and interpersonal skills are fantastic, and any concerns or issues are always managed professionally and efficiently. She greets families by name and goes above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome, valued and cared for. This year, our little boy found the transition from Toddlers to Juniors challenging, as he adjusted to a new classroom and new educators. However, the Juniors team has been incredible, they always offer cuddles and reassurance at drop-off, helping him to feel safe and supported. As our little boy's language has developed, we've realised just how much he enjoys his time at Little Locals. The educators expand his world more than they probably realise, and almost every day after care, he surprises us with something new he has learnt. His confidence, independence and sense of self have flourished. All of the educators and support staff work together to create a genuine sense of belonging and community. Kellie, Katrina, Sarah, Becky, Alicia, Lizzie, Chloe, Amanpreet, Oliwia, Lavinia, Zahra, Peita and Mandy - just to name a few - are all wonderful role models and have made a positive impact on his early learning years. A special thank you to Keira, who has become our son's attachment figure. Keira is always actively engaging with the children; playing, listening, guiding, teaching and comforting. We have been incredibly fortunate to have her follow our boy through his transitions from Nursery, to Toddlers, and now Juniors. We are very grateful for the care, consistency and genuine connection she has with him. We recommend the centre to any family looking for a nurturing, engaging and supportive environment for their child.

Very loving, caring and friendly team. I couldn’t ever think of having my child somewhere else.

Amazing childcare , have had kids go there since opening and the educators and admin staff are all positive and treat all the kids with so much care , would highly recommend

We are beyond grateful that we found Amy, Jess & her team! Our son has been going there for over a year and we wouldn’t have it any other way. He has flourished being under Miss Praise and he loves going to kindy everyday. It’s going to be sad leaving the team next year when he goes to Prep but thanks to them he’s ready to step into big kid school.

Our daughter has been here for just over a year and she has flourished beautifully! The staff turnover is minimal which is what you want at a daycare centre. I always recommend LLSR to other families. Also the food is on point and made fresh which my toddler devours every time in fact lots of adults always say how good it smells too haha

My son is loving his experience at Little Locals South Ripley! After having a rough start being his first time in care, they made sure to try everything to make him comfortable & settle him. Only after a few months (mind you he only goes 2 days a week) - He now loves going to daycare! Doesn’t cry at drop off anymore, waves good bye to the girls when I pick him up. It’s so nice knowing that he is actually getting looked after & him knowing he can trust these girls. Thank you so much!

Little Locals South Ripley is a truly wonderful, inclusive, and caring early learning centre. The educators and support staff provide exceptional care, creating a nurturing and engaging environment for children to grow and thrive. Our little boy absolutely loves attending and looks forward to his days there. The centre offers fantastic resources and a variety of learning opportunities that support each child's development. We really appreciate the high-quality meals provided daily, as well as the convenient take-home meal option and afternoon tea provided to families at reception on pick up. They go above and beyond decorating and celebrating special events throughout the year, including Book Week, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and Christmas, just to name a few - making each one memorable for both children and families. Educators are regularly celebrated and valued for the amazing work they do, and management are approachable, professional and always a pleasure to deal with. We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Little Locals South Ripley! Thank you team.