World Leading Childcare now in Australia
North Star Early Education introduces internationally acclaimed Nordic childcare practices to the Australian market, elevating the childcare experience for children, parents, and staff.
Guiding the growth of your child
As a boutique early education provider, our commitment is to craft a warm, personalised experience for both you and your child, ensuring an optimal beginning for their learning journey.
Drawing inspiration from the globally recognised Finnish early childhood education model, renowned for emphasising play, physical activity, and creativity in a child's formative years, North Star provides an environment where children have the freedom to make choices, have fun, and learn on the go. Our approach to early education is uplifting, encouraging a joyful and enriching experience for every child in our care.
Why families have been guided to North Star
World Leading Curriculum
- North Star brings Finland’s world-leading early education model to Australia.
- Finland ranks #1 in key global education indices:
- Literacy (World’s Most Literate Nations)
- Early education quality (Economist Intelligence Unit)
- Future-focused education (Worldwide Educating for the Future Index)
Extracurricular & Community
- Inspiring a love for reading through vibrant library spaces.
- External music classes encourage creativity, expression, and cognitive growth
- Specialised sports classes boost kids’ strength, coordination, teamwork, and self-confidence
- Hands-on art classes help develop fine motor skills, self-expression, and imagination
- Enriched experiences: events, excursions, and parent involvement.
- A connected, community-driven early education journey.
Leading Health & Nutrition
- Meals designed by a paediatric nutritionist for optimal growth.
- Fresh, balanced menus support healthy habits early on.
- All dietary needs and allergies carefully catered for.
- Strict protocols ensure safety and peace of mind.
World Class Education Professionals
- Expert educators trained in our leading Nordic early education approach.
- Child-led, age-appropriate learning sparks curiosity and creativity.
- Ongoing educator training with FinlandWay® keeps teaching world-class.
- Warm, nurturing staff prioritise learning and your child’s safety.
Consistent communication
- Smooth transitions for your child supported by clear, consistent communication.
- Regular updates build trust and keep you involved.
- Real-time insights via our dedicated parent app, StoryPark.
- See photos, activities, meals, and more—anytime, anywhere.
- Stay connected every step of the way.
Safe facilities and tailored learning spaces
- Safe, purpose-built classrooms support active, hands-on learning.
- Nordic inspired spaces designed for small groups, creativity, and connection.
- Outdoor learning inspires exploration, curiosity, and resilience.
- Nature-based play builds essential life skills.
- Nurturing environments where confidence and growth thrive.
Parent Convenience
- Fresh, ready-made dinners and breakfast for busy families.
- Community staples shelves stocked with milk, eggs, and bread.
- One-stop convenience to simplify daily routines.
- Thoughtful services that save time and reduce stress.
- More quality time, less daily hustle.
Our locations
Inviting spaces designed following Nordic guidelines, with lots of room for exploration, learning and wholesome well-being.
our FinlandWay® curriculum
Play-based
Purposeful play can create deeper learning experiences that a child can remember, adopt and apply. In FinlandWay®, play is an integrated part of the program and learning happens naturally within the play.
Phenomenon-based
Children view the world holistically; they don’t split learning into school subjects. In phenomenon-based learning children can explore concepts that are part of their every-day experiences and society around them.
Participatory pedagogy
Children are the agents of their own learning: our task as educators is to help them acquire new skills and competences through a pleasant, creative and exploratory process.
Daily Structure
Flexible daily structure that balances child-led play with educator-guided activities, fostering creativity and holistic development through intentional teaching strategies.
We are loved by families
We’ve attended many centres, but North Star is worlds apart. Our 2-year-old is happy every day, and they truly nurture each child’s individuality. We’ve even waitlisted our unborn baby!
Thank you Connagh & Jaspreet for having Varis. It’s such a relief knowing that Varis is having such a lovely teachers.
So glad she has settled in perfectly.
Thank you I am so so glad she is back into childcare and making friends ❤️.
My daughter has become a strong character and she expresses her opinions.
Calculate your daily childcare subsidy
The Child Care Subsidy makes childcare more affordable and accessible for your family. Use our free Child Care Subsidy Estimator to calculate how much subsidised care you could be eligible to receive.
The North Star
The name "North Star" holds significant symbolism as a guiding Nordic star, representing 'true north.' Historically, it has been a symbol of hope and guidance, embodying principles of direction, stability, and purpose. These guiding principles are integral to our centre, reflecting our commitment to providing a space that offers direction, stability, and purpose in the early education journey of every child entrusted to our care.
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