Environments that spark freedom, joy and curiosity
We pride ourselves in our different approach to care, we value and support the ongoing learning journey of all children. We believe that all children are deserving of a rich learning space that will guide them to be connected as citizens of the world and be an influential part of our community.
Our carefully curated environments for children at Mother Duck Manly provide the opportunity for children to explore, climb, run, and grow. These large spacious outdoor areas are filled with plenty of shade, trees, and natural scapes that support the development of all children
Caring for
Ages 15 months to 5 years
Capacity
75 children daily
Approved Kindergarten Program
4 playrooms available
We supply:
- Meals (morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, fruit bowl available all day)
- Sunscreen
- Wipes
- Nappies
Your child will need:
- Cot size sheets
- Spare changes of clothes
The early years are critical to a child’s future, and we want every Queensland family to know that free kindergarten is available from 1 January 2024. The Queensland Government offers funding for 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year, at a government-approved educational program. It is for children aged at least 4 years by 30 June in the year before they start Prep. See here for more information.
Download our statement of fees for our Queensland Government Approved kindergarten program. If you have questions about the child care subsidy, childcare fees, or potential out of pocket fees, our centre manager can help existing families and new enquiries understand how it applies to your child’s age and attendance pattern.
Address
59 Manly Road, Manly Qld 4179
Hours of care
6am to 6pm, Monday to Friday
(07) 3393 3544
Feel free to drop in anytime to take a tour of our facilities.
We just ask that you let us know you’re coming. 
Nearby Centres to Manly
Welcome to Mother Duck Child Care Centre Manly
Welcome to Mother Duck Childcare & Kindergarten Manly, a place of wonder and curiosity to spark the growing minds of our youngest citizens. We have 3 studios, Junior 15 months — 2years, Senior 2— 3 years and Kindergarten 3— 5 years. Within all studio’s you will find quiet places for relaxing and resting, design areas for creating and making, an array of intelligent materials and manipulative objects for imagining and thinking, and endless opportunities for learning through play.
Our studios provide a sense of place for children, with real experiences and real relationships. Mother Duck Childcare & Kindergarten Manly is an inspiring place where children develop lifelong skills and knowledge in an inquisitive yet nurturing environment, with the support of all our educators.
Most importantly, it is where we ensure the best quality of care and education is given to all children at all times.
Our Centre Features
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Mealtime Rituals The meal rituals that are provided at the centre are morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea. We cater to all allergies and special dietary requirements to make sure all children are included. Our menu was designed and approved by an accredited dietitian to ensure we provide healthy, nutritious meals for all children. The outdoor meal area offers spacious seating where children can enjoy a meal with peers. Our meals are unhurried, calm and with the purpose of supporting children’s healthy relationship with food.
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Spacious Outdoor Area At Mother Duck Manly there is so much more than meets the eye. We have a large natural outdoor space for children to run and play. We also have quiet spaces where children can read a book, discover nature, or spend time chatting with a friend. We encourage the children to explore their learning using loose parts, which aims to promote children’s large and small muscle skills, collaboration and imagination. Our outdoor learning environment also includes a sandpit, mud pit and mud kitchen, expansive and varied climbing equipment, a giant timber tee-pee and much, much more.
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Kindergarten Program Our accredited Kindergarten Program focuses on supporting children aged between 3-5years of age to develop 21st Century Skills. These skills include but are not limited to self-awareness, flexibility, innovation, lateral thinking, communication and social engagement. Our highly qualified kindergarten teachers and educators work together with the children in small groups to tailor children’s learning. The Studio works across three large spaces, providing children with increased opportunity to develop autonomy as they make choices for their learning.
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Community Engagement As a community we aim to support and care for one another, one way we can do this is by supporting our local businesses and organisations. We have been involved in many community events such as Pyjama Day Foundation, supporting families in their times of need, collecting bread tags, supporting R U OK Day and many other community groups. We are involved in events such as these to help teach the children about how they can be active participants in the community and socially responsible citizens.
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Image of Child The image of child is an integral part of our curriculum, and acts as a commitment to the quality, rights of all children and guides our educators in everyday practice. All our educators hold a strong image of child to support your child during their journey with us.
Our Manly Team
We’re proud of our team of educators, meet our Manly centre’s team.
Miss Tanya
Nominated Supervisor & Centre FranchiseeMiss Tanya is the Nominated Supervisor and Centre Franchisee at Mother Duck Manly and brings 11 years of experience in the early childhood education sector. She has worked within the Mother Duck organisation throughout her career, commencing as an educator and progressing into service leadership, with a strong focus on governance, compliance, and quality improvement.
Miss Tanya is committed to leading teams with clarity, accountability, and care. She is passionate about creating safe, well-managed environments where children’s rights, well-being, and dignity are central to practice. Through reflective leadership and high professional standards, she supports educators to deliver consistent, high-quality education and care for every child.
Miss Ellie
Pedagogical Coordinator & Nominated SupervisorMiss Ellie is the Pedagogical Coordinator and Nominated Supervisor at Mother Duck Manly, bringing over 15 years of experience working with children across early childhood, primary, and secondary education. She holds a Bachelor of Education and has completed extensive training in early childhood, pedagogy, the Montessori approach, and Forest School practices.
Throughout her career, Miss Ellie has worked in a variety of roles, giving her a rich and holistic understanding of how children learn and thrive at different stages of their development. She is deeply passionate about curriculum and pedagogy, and is committed to upholding children’s rights, fostering meaningful connections, and ensuring that every child feels seen, valued, and supported.
Miss Ellie is dedicated to guiding educators in thoughtful, research-informed practice and creating learning environments that nurture curiosity, agency, and a strong sense of belonging.
What Other Parents Have to Say
The educators at Mother Duck are nothing short of incredible – they are knowledgeable, attentive, and truly care about the children in their care. They communicate with me regularly, keeping me informed about my child’s progress and any areas where they are focusing on helping him develop further.
I’m so glad that we found Mother Duck Manly, it has a great atmosphere and fantastic outdoor play and eating spaces. The curriculum is carefully considered to nurture and engage children across all of the studios and I’ve seen my children thrive in the time that they’ve been there. Most importantly, my children love the educators and really enjoy being there each day.
We trust the educators at Mother Duck Manly and genuinely believe that the children are at the centre of all decision making. We appreciate how our daughter is nurtured, and is never left without a hug. She has expectations to follow routines and her learning goals are tailored to suit her interests, strengths and needs.
Book a visit
We invite you to visit Mother Duck Manly to see the centre and meet our team so that we can learn more about your family and answer any questions. Please submit your enquiry below and we'll be in touch within 24 working hours.