Play and Learn
Every Day
A safe, colourful, high-energy space for children aged 0 to 5. Here, every day becomes an adventure and each routine becomes a discovery.
Daily protocols for total peace of mind
A hygienic environment, trained team, and constant support for every age group.
Qualified team
Educators with training and ongoing support.
Enhanced cleaning
Daily routines and controlled shared materials.
Active supervision
Spaces with supervision and safety protocols.
Educator Philosophy - Julia Braga Navarro
As an educator, I believe that children are capable, curious, and active participants in their own learning journey. Guided by Jean Piaget's Constructivist theory, I view learning as an active process in which children build knowledge through exploration, experimentation, problem-solving, and hands-on discovery. I aim to create environments that are safe, engaging, and rich in opportunities for independent thinking and meaningful learning.
I am also strongly influenced by Lev Vygotsky's sociocultural theory, which emphasises the role of social interaction, relationships, and language in children's development. Through strategies such as scaffolding, modelling, and open-ended questioning, I support each child within their Zone of Proximal Development, helping them extend their thinking and reach new levels of understanding.
Within my Family Day Care, I am committed to:
- Nurturing warm, trusting, and respectful relationships
- Offering culturally safe, inclusive, and responsive practices
- Honouring each child's identity, strengths, culture, and voice
- Promoting learning through play-based experiences
- Supporting social interaction, cooperation, and shared learning
- Building strong partnerships with families, recognising them as the child's first and most important educators
My philosophy is grounded in providing an environment that supports Belonging, Being and Becoming, where every child feels valued, secure, respected, and empowered to grow into their full potential.
What's inside
Spaces designed for each stage of development, with challenges and plenty of care.
Daily Routine
This schedule provides a balanced mix of free play, structured activities, educational experiences and physical movement. Adjustments may be made based on children's individual needs and the flow of the day.
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Arrival and Free Play
- 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Morning Tea
- 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM: Group Time
- 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Indoor / Outdoor Learning Experiences
- 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Lunch
- 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Nap / Quiet Time
- 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Wake Up Time and Transitions
- 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Afternoon Tea
- 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Indoor / Outdoor Free Play
- 4:30 PM - 4:55 PM: Wind Down Time
- 5:00 PM: Close Time
Experiences for every moment
Full-day care
Full routine with meals and activities.
Casual Care
Flexible (if we have spots) for families with varied schedules or just need care for a short period of time.
Everyone feels at home
"We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Be-Leaf Family Daycare. Julia is an incredibly caring, thoughtful, and passionate educator who genuinely invests in each child’s growth and wellbeing. She creates a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. Her dedication and attention to detail give us complete confidence every day. We’re so grateful to have found Julia and Be-Leaf, it truly feels like a home away from home."
Daniel Jameison
"Can’t recommend Julia enough. She started with us when my daughter was 2 months old and became a lifeline. Highly recommend"
Jaime Resnik
"Julia at Be-Leaf was the most wonderful carer of our twins from the time they were tiny babies. I have never trusted anyone with them like I did her, they absolutely adored her and have so many special memories of their time with her. Now they are in primary school and we are still in touch. Could not recommend her more!!"
Meg Hutchinson
Simple pricing
Daily fee (0-5 years)
- Mon-Fri: 8am - 5pm
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