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C&K Cotton Tree Child Care Centre

C&K Cotton Tree Child Care Centre

22 Beach Parade, Maroochydore, QLD, 4558 view map
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5.0
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(07) 3523 6494

Care Type:

Long Day Care

Hours:

7:00am to 6:00pm

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Address:

22 Beach Parade, Maroochydore, QLD, 4558

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About C&K Cotton Tree Child Care Centre

At C&K Cotton Tree Childcare Centre, we welcome children from 6 weeks of age to 5 years old and provide care and early learning Monday to Friday, with flexible booking options.

Located near the beach, we are proud of our spacious natural outdoor learning environment, with leafy trees, dirt, leaves, and wildlife such as native birds and possums nesting in the trees. Our nature-based playground inspires challenging and open-ended play where children are provided with uninterrupted time to explore and engage in learning. We respect children as powerful learners, thinkers, theorisers and active citizens.

As a home away from home, our environment provides a safe, secure and supported space for your child. Our dedicated, friendly and qualified staff nurture play-based learning, fostering a lifelong love of learning. Our families love our large natural outdoor area, where we encourage children to explore, discover, play and engage in nature.

We have a wide range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds with our families and staff. This provides us the opportunity to incorporate these cultures and languages throughout the centre. Our approach to inclusion and diversity ensures that every child, family and staff member feels safe, welcomed and important.

C&K childcare centres offer quality education and care programs. We focus on a unique infant and toddler approach and deliver the approved kindergarten program for 4-year-olds. Best of all, we provide flexible options, so you can choose the hours of care to suit your family.

C&K Cotton Tree is nestled between the local Library, tennis court, and lawn bowl clubs.

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Services Provided by C&K Cotton Tree Child Care Centre

State Government Approved Programs

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Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Kindergarten Program

Our dedicated and qualified teachers and educators nurture healthy minds and bodies, celebrating each child’s individual strengths to support their participation and growth towards their full potential. We co-design vibrant learning communities with children, families, and communities, ensuring your C&K centre is a place where your child feels safe, makes friends, and belongs.

Our indoor and outdoor spaces ignite imaginations and foster curiosity, allowing children to explore, experiment, play, and learn. Educators are open to your child’s ideas and will guide their social and emotional growth. Your child will have opportunities to explore, solve problems, develop friendships, use their creativity, and play. We also prepare children for the transition to school and a lifelong love of learning.

All C&K community kindergartens and childcare centres deliver a government-approved kindergarten program.

Infant and Toddler Approach

C&K has developed a specialized infant and toddler approach, guiding the care and education of our youngest learners. Our warm and professional educators "slow down" to be in the moment with your child as they explore the world. We focus on developing deep, trusting relationships with each baby and toddler, ensuring they feel safe, happy, and secure through consistent routines and rituals.

Babies and toddlers are naturally curious about the world, and we delight in sharing their sense of wonder.

Play-Based Learning at C&K

Play-based learning at C&K reflects the children, educators, families, and communities at each centre. Our teachers and educators enrich and extend children’s play in meaningful ways. For example, if a child is playing in the sandpit, an educator might encourage them to draw maps in the sand or measure water levels, supporting literacy and numeracy development.

Programs at C&K centres may also include:

Nature Play: Time to play freely outdoors, connect with nature, and use natural materials.

Risky Play: Safe exploration of questions like "Can this branch take my weight?" under expert supervision.

STEM: Inquiry-based experiences incorporating Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

Literacy and Language: Talking, reading, conversing, drawing, and playing with open-ended materials.

The Arts: Exploring creativity through visual arts, drama, music, movement, and a variety of materials.

First Nations Peoples' Histories and Perspectives: Learning about and respecting the connections to land, sea, and sky in all our programs.

About the Curriculum

About the Curriculum

C&K has developed a Infant and Toddler Approach which informs the way we care for and educate our babies and toddlers. Our philosophy for this age is to “slow down” and be in the moment with your child as they learn and explore the world. We focus on developing a deep and trusting relationship with each child.

All C&K childcare centres deliver C&K's Quality Kindergarten Program. Kindergarten, also known as pre-prep or preschool, is a program for children who are turning 4 by June 30 in the year before they attend school. C&K’s kindy programs are government-approved and led by experienced and university qualified teachers. Our program supports children’s curiosity, creativity, problem solving, resilience and real-world knowledge and skills.

At C&K we know that children do not learn in isolation, learning is a collaborative process between teachers, educators, children and families. At C&K we believe children are powerful learners, active citizens, thinkers and theorisers - this is at the heart of our early childhood curriculum. We've designed our indoor and outdoor spaces to ignite imaginations and nurture healthy minds and bodies. Learning through play is an integral part of our education program.

Our educators skilfully enrich and extend on children's play experiences, creating a learning program that is tailored and meaningful for your child. Your child’s learning and care journey is shared with you via conversations with your child’s educators, through written documentation and through StoryPark (an app and website).C&K has developed a Infant and Toddler Approach which informs the way we care for and educate our babies and toddlers.

Our philosophy for this age is to “slow down” and be in the moment with your child as they learn and explore the world. We focus on developing a deep and trusting relationship with each child.

All C&K childcare centres deliver C&K's Quality Kindergarten Program. Kindergarten, also known as pre-prep or preschool, is a program for children who are turning 4 by June 30 in the year before they attend school. C&K’s kindy programs are government-approved and led by experienced and university qualified teachers. Our program supports children’s curiosity, creativity, problem solving, resilience and real-world knowledge and skills.

At C&K we know that children do not learn in isolation, learning is a collaborative process between teachers, educators, children and families. At C&K we believe children are powerful learners, active citizens, thinkers and theorisers - this is at the heart of our early childhood curriculum. We've designed our indoor and outdoor spaces to ignite imaginations and nurture healthy minds and bodies. Learning through play is an integral part of our education program. Our educators skilfully enrich and extend on children's play experiences, creating a learning program that is tailored and meaningful for your child.

Your child’s learning and care journey is shared with you via conversations with your child’s educators, through written documentation and through StoryPark (an app and website).

Centre philosophy

Centre philosophy

Where every child flourishes.

To nurture and inspire children to succeed in an ever-changing world.

We put children first: Every decision we make and action we take centers around the well-being and development of the children in our care.

We respect each other: We foster a culture of mutual respect, valuing diverse perspectives and encouraging open communication.

We work with integrity: We uphold the highest standards of honesty and transparency in all our interactions.

We strive for excellence: We are committed to continuous improvement and excellence in everything we do, ensuring the best outcomes for the children and families we serve.

Programs

Programs

Our Education Program

C&K's early childhood curriculum, Listening and Learning Together:

C&K Curriculum Approach, serves children from birth to five years old across all our kindergartens and childcare centres. This approach aligns with The Early Years Learning Framework for Australia (EYLF) and the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guideline (QKLG), integrating contemporary practices and understandings of the early years.

Our educators skillfully partner with children and families to create caring and vibrant learning communities. In the year before school, university-qualified teachers guide and support children to become curious, capable, and collaborative learners. For children from birth to three, our infant and toddler approach focuses on slowing down and being present as they explore the world.

At C&K, we see children from birth as thinkers and theorisers, rich in ideas and knowledge, powerful learners, and active citizens. We work with an anti-bias curriculum to promote fairness, empowerment, and respect, modeling equity and inclusion. We honor every child’s right to play, build on their existing learning from home, and provide foundations for lifelong learning.

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$147.2 /day

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$147.2 /day

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C&K Cotton Tree Child Care Centre Reviews (14)

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Lisa Cornell

Jul, 2025

Incredibly happy with C&K. Consistent, regular staff and our son always has a wonderful time. The range of learning he has done this year as a three year old is remarkable; from kindness, boundaries, respect, autonomy, gardening the list goes on. The staff are respectful and considerate towards the children which is so comforting to me. Highly recommend them

Response from the owner 23 Jul 2025

Thanks for this wonderful review! It's great to hear how positive your childcare experience has been at C&K Cotton Tree ♥️

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Renee Green

Jun, 2025

Our daughter goes to C&K Cotton Tree in the nursery room, and we honestly couldn’t be happier. We toured quite a few centres, but we had such a good feeling when we met the team here, and we are so glad we trusted our gut and enrolled her. The staff have been so kind and patient, giving our little girl the time and space to settle in slowly. They do so many great activities including lots of outdoor play and arts and crafts which we love. The team communicate well and take the time to get to know each child and support their individual needs. The other children in her room are all lovely and it’s been great to see how well they all get along. A big thank you to all the staff, you’ve made us feel really confident and comfortable, and it’s clear our daughter is in the best hands!

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J M

May, 2025

We cannot speak highly enough of C&K Cotton Tree Childcare Centre in Maroochydore! Our two children, Rodge and Mabel, have been warmly welcomed into this wonderful centre, and their transition has been nothing short of seamless. The staff’s exceptional care and dedication have made all the difference, helping our kids adapt quickly and feel right at home. The centre offers an outstanding level of structure, with engaging activities and a nurturing environment that our children absolutely love. It’s clear that the team at C&K Cotton Tree is passionate about fostering a positive and supportive space for young learners. Both Rodge and Mabel come home happy, excited, and full of stories about their day, which is a testament to the quality of care they receive. We highly recommend C&K Cotton Tree Childcare Centre to any family looking for a place where their children will thrive, feel safe, and be genuinely cared for. Thank you to the amazing team for making such a positive impact on our kids!

How C&K Cotton Tree Child Care Centre Compares

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The National Quality Standard is an industry benchmark defined by the government.

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NQS Rating Breakdown

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Educational Program and Practice Exceeding
Children's Health and Safety Exceeding
Physical environment Exceeding
Staffing Arrangements Exceeding
Relationships with children Exceeding
Collaborative partnerships with families and communities Exceeding
Governance and leadership Exceeding

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