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Welcome to Little Learners, Forster
A pioneering, heart-led Early Learning Academy for the local community.
About Us
The Little Learners Experience
"Imagine an early learning centre where a warm, community heart meets exceptional opportunities for children."
An unhurried sanctuary for big adventures.
At Little Learners Forster, we’ve created more than just a centre; we’ve built a calm, coastal sanctuary. We trade traditional bright plastics for natural tones and an unhurried atmosphere, allowing children to find their own rhythm.
Through our heart-led pillars of Nurture, Inspire, and Achieve, we walk alongside your family to provide the elite support your child deserves. We believe that when a child is tucked into warm, secure relationships, they find the spark of confidence they need to become catalysts for their own learning.
All-Inclusive Activities + Learning
Pioneering spaces designed to spark curiosity.
While we proudly meet all NSW Educational Standards, our unique I-N-S-P-I-R-E curriculum is designed to elevate the experience of every child. We focus on the whole mind, body and heart to ignite a lifelong spark of curiosity.
Our Forster Academy features world-class discovery spaces that go far beyond the standard curriculum.
We are proud to offer your family:
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Performing Arts
A pioneering space and stage for music and movement sessions where children find their unique voice.
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Yoga & Wellness
Guided by a certified instructor, our little learners help to develop a sense of calm and physical confidence.
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Nourishing Meals
Our very own on-site Chef preparing fresh, seasonal, and wholesome food 5 x times daily.
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School Readiness
Strong Start and dedicated Preschool programs to ensure your little one feels confident and ready for the "big school" adventure.
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Full CCS Funding
Government-subsidised fees to provide elite support and financial peace of mind for your family.
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Gardening
Our on-site community orchard is where children connect with nature and see their food grow from seedling to harvest.
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INSPIRE Curriculum
A holistic approach offering a complete focus on the mind, body and heart to ignite lifelong curiosity.
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Big Adventures
Exciting incursions and local excursions that connect our children with the Forster community.
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Unhurried Learning
A calm, coastal- inspired sanctuary that respects the natural pace of childhood to foster deep connection and security.
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Music
Through instruments, song and rhythm, our little learners explore sound and melody. Building listening skills, memory & creative expression.
Come and see how
beautiful the everyday can be.
We are now registering interest for our brand-new Forster Academy, opening Mid-2026.
Why Choose Little Learners, Early Learning Centre?
Family-Owned & Heart-Led: You’re not a number on a roll here; you’re part of our family, led by owners who are present and invested every day.
A Natural Way of Learning: From our community gardens to our on-site chef, we teach children where food comes from and how to care for our planet.
Supporting Your Family's Rhythm: We understand the juggle of life and shift work, which is why we offer extended hours from 6:30am to 6:00pm at select centres to ensure we are here when you need us most
Calm & Coastal Spaces: Thoughtfully designed, home-like environments that trade bright plastics for natural tones and peaceful play.
Mid-North Coast Local Commitment: By focusing our centers right here in our own backyard, we can truly pour our hearts into supporting local families and neighborhoods.
Guided by the National Quality Framework (NQF), our centres are heart-led spaces where every child is safe, supported, and encouraged to grow through play and discovery.
Little Learners Forster
Centre Information
60 The Lakes Way, Forster, NSW
Mon-Fri: 7am to 6pm
Nursery, Toddler, Preschool. Ages 6 weeks to 6 years
Meet The Team
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Meet Jill
OUR CENTRE DIRECTOR
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Meet Name
OUR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
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Meet Name
OUR CHEF
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FAQs
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We are currently on track to open our brand-new, pioneering Academy in Mid-2026. To be the first to hear about our progress and official open day, we recommend registering your interest through our website and following us on social media.
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We welcome children from 6 weeks of age through to 6 years (school age). Our Academy is designed with age-appropriate, specialist discovery spaces for every stage of development.
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As an Academy, we go beyond standard care by offering elite support and world-class facilities. This includes dedicated studios for Music, Art, Sustainability and the Performing Arts, as well as our unique INSPIRE curriculum that exceeds the NSW educational framework.
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Yes. Our on-site cook prepares fresh, nutritious, and seasonal meals daily. We view mealtimes as an important social occasion where children sit together in an unhurried environment to connect with their food and each other.
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To provide reliable, elite support for our families, Little Learners Forster will be open Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. We operate 50 weeks of the year, closing only for two weeks over the Christmas and New Year period and on standard NSW public holidays. This consistent schedule ensures your child maintains their unhurried rhythm and connection with our community throughout the seasons.
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Our preschool program is a pioneering framework that fully integrates the NSW Government’s Start Strong educational guidelines, ensuring your child meets every developmental milestone for school. However, we believe in going beyond the basics. We elevate the state curriculum by immersing our preschoolers in specialist Yoga, Performing Arts, and our "Little Green Thumbs" sustainability program. This holistic approach builds the emotional resilience, physical wellness, and creative confidence your child needs to truly thrive in their transition to "big school."
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Yes, Little Learners is a fully approved provider. Eligible families will be able to claim the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) to help reduce out-of-pocket costs
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Due to high interest in our Forster Academy, we encourage families to "Register Your Interest" via our online form. This ensures you are placed on our priority list for enrollment offers and center tours as we approach our 2026 opening.
“We’ve blended a close-knit, family feel with world-class learning spaces, like our garden orchard, dedicated music and performing arts studios. It’s a place where your child gets the support they deserve in an environment that feels just like home."
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land, the Worimi People, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples here today.