Wanslea Joondanna (St Peter and Emmaus) Early Learning and Development Centre offers a safe, modern space in a welcoming, connected community.
We are licensed to accommodate up to 85 children per day for children aged six weeks to five years.
With a strong emphasis on play-based learning, wellbeing, and developmental support, Wanslea Joondanna is dedicated to nurturing every child’s unique potential during their important early years.
From January 5, 2026, all CCS-eligible families are guaranteed at least 3 days of subsidised childcare per week or 72 hours per fortnight, regardless of their work, study, or volunteering statusRead more
At Wanslea Joondanna, child safety and wellbeing are our highest priorities. We are proudly accredited by the Australian Childhood Foundation for Safeguarding Children and Young People, a rigorous recognition that sets us apart. Our Safeguarding Accreditation provides affirmation for families, communities, and stakeholders that we uphold the highest standards in keeping children and young people safe, continuously striving for best practice and quality improvement.
Learn more about our commitment to safeguarding children.
We are proud to stand as a leader in early childhood education and care operating for more than 30 years. As a non-for-profit, we are dedicated to putting children and families first, reinvest in our services, offer our educators above-award wages, and continually enhance our learning environments and programs to provide the best possible start for every child.
Our Joondanna team includes qualified and experienced educators, including a Qualified Early Childhood Teacher. We pride ourselves on having long-standing educators, with most of our team having worked with Wanslea for numerous years, many for more than eight years. This consistency helps us build strong, trusting and lasting relationships with the children and families in our care.
Our curriculum is based on the Early Years Learning Framework and supports children to learn through play, discovery and exploration. We design engaging programs that reflect each child’s individual interests, needs and strengths.
We integrate KIDDO to support physical literacy and active play, and the Pyramid Model to strengthen social and emotional skills. Our indoor and outdoor environments are thoughtfully designed to reflect these approaches.
We use Storypark, a secure online platform, to share updates, photos, learning observations, and milestone celebrations with families in real time. We value open communication and strong partnerships with families. Our team works closely with parents and carers to keep them informed and engaged in their child’s learning and development every step of the way.
Wanslea is affiliated with the NDIS, giving our team easy access to a wide range of resources and support services. This enables us to provide valuable guidance to families, connect children with early intervention opportunities when needed, and ensure every child receives the support they need to thrive.
This year marks 14 incredible years with Wanslea, and what a journey it has been. I began as a student, eager to learn and grow, and over the years I have had the privilege of evolving both personally and professionally. Now, I proudly serve as the centre director at our Joondanna Centre.
Our approach to early learning is unique due to our child-focused programming, strong emphasis on community and family support, and our commitment to providing high-quality education and care as a not for profit organisation. We prioritise creating a sense of belonging and individual development for each child, while also supporting families and educators.
What parents are saying
Friendly, caring and passionate
“My son has been coming here since he was 9 months old and he is now almost 2 and a half. From the moment we first enquired till now, the staff have been amazing. So friendly, caring and very passionate about what they do. My son loves it there and we love the support we receive as parents. I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone who is looking for a fantastic Early Learning Child Care centre.”
Kassandra Conway
Both of my sons loves this daycare, we’ve joined this centre for over 7 years, some of the teachers who taught my old son are now teaching my younger son. The teachers have played significant role in my sons’ development and help them become confident, independent, caring, loving, and good learners. The staff are very professional and friendly, the food are nice, centre management & communications are effective and efficient. This is a daycare you can trust to give your child the best potential, they will love it and make a lot friends there!
Joey Zhou
Wonderful service! We have been with the centre for over 6 years (both kids attended) and the staff have been amazing. There is a high retention of staff which means that the staff are happy and looked after, therefore our kids were happy. They had continuity and structure to their days. Transition between rooms was seamless, communication of high standard and meals have always been a hit (with the chef often sharing recipes so we can replicate at home). We will be sad to leave next year as our youngest starts school. Kasey you have been amazing to deal with and blossomed into a wonderful centre manager. Well done girls for creating such a gorgeous environment that parents feel safe and comfortable leaving their kids in.
Jeffery Banks - Joondanna
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