Willmore Kindergarten & Pre-School
About the Business
Welcome to Willmore Kindergarten & Pre-School, located in the serene suburb of Ferny Hills, Australia. Our institution, established in 1970 by the Ferny Hills community, is a not-for-profit, community-run kindy that aims to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment for children to grow and learn.
As you step through our gates, you will immediately feel the warmth and welcoming atmosphere of our space. At Willmore, we celebrate individuality and prioritize the love, nurture, and active listening of both children and families. This inclusive environment allows children to become passionate learners, as their unique strengths and abilities are recognized and encouraged.
We believe in the capabilities of children and view them as strong, competent individuals. Our program is designed to work alongside them, fostering a love for learning and empowering them to explore and discover the extraordinary in the ordinary. Our beautiful natural outdoor spaces provide ample opportunities for children to engage with their environment, promoting their well-being and holistic development.
At Willmore, we value the sense of community and offer a special opportunity for families, past, present, and future, to be part of our journey. By purchasing a GWW (Grow With Willmore) wooden plaque, families can permanently commemorate their support and connection to our kindy community. These plaques, engraved with names and years of attendance, are proudly displayed at the entrance of our institution.
Our curriculum is a collaborative venture, developed by fully qualified early childhood professionals in consultation with the children themselves. We believe in the competency and capability of each child, respecting their unique contributions to the learning process. Our passionate teaching team advocates for young children and actively engages in research alongside them, fostering curiosity, enthusiasm, and a lifelong love of learning.
Willmore Kindergarten is led by Mrs. Meinicke, a dedicated, inspiring, and innovative leader with a decade of experience at our institution. Mrs. Meinicke is captivated by the way young children perceive the world, their ability to make theories, and their unconditional acceptance of others. She finds joy in laughing, singing, and creating with them, considering it a privilege to work with children every day.
Our nurturing co-educator, Mrs. Fox, has been with Willmore for 15 years and is committed to helping each child shine to their full potential, instilling them with great self-esteem. Mrs. Jones, our warm and gentle Special Needs educator, has been with us for 6 years and is deeply fascinated by the innocent and fresh perspectives of young children. She aims to make a positive difference in the lives of every child she teaches.
We are proud to have received a grant of $17,500 from the Australian Government's Department of Industry, Innovation, and Science Stronger Communities Programme in 2018. This contribution was used to redesign our front garden, creating an accessible and safe space for our community to enjoy.
Willmore Kindergarten & Preschool is currently accepting applications for the years 2023, 2024, and 2025. In the event of vacancies for the current year, we welcome new enrolments. Additionally, we offer a playgroup session for parents and carers with children aged 12 months and up, facilitated by Willmore's parent committee.
We invite past, present, and future families and friends to join us for an event where they can explore our beautiful community kindergarten and experience the wonders we have to offer.
If you would like to see our kindergarten firsthand, we would love to show your family around. Please get in touch to find out more or book a tour on Tuesdays or Thursdays between 10am and 2pm.
Located at 14 Irruka Crescent, Ferny Hills, Queensland, 4055, Australia, Willmore Kindergarten respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which our beautiful Kindergarten is placed. We pay our respect to all Elders past, present, and future.
Willmore Kindergarten is proud to be a Lady Gowrie Affiliate Kindergarten and a government-approved institution. Join us on our journey of creating a nurturing and inspiring environment for children to learn, grow, and thrive.
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14 Irruka Crescent, Ferny Hills, Queensland 4055, Australia
Reviews
"Awful. My kids (4.5 & 6.25) came home crying. They said a girl named Patrice has been picking on them and spitting and tugging at their hair. Absolutely disgusted with the workers. Control your dang kids."
"The best environment we’ve experienced with any of our children. AMAZING people who are genuinely engaged with every child in their care. Added to that, they have the most incredible outdoor area - lots of shade from mature trees. If you’re lucky enough to be granted a place here, take it. Our family couldn’t be more grateful for the experience they provide."
"Willmore is such a beautiful kindergarten surrounded by trees and a natural outdoor play space. It has the best teachers you could imagine and a real community spirit. My son flourished at Willmore this year!"
"When thinking about kindy options for my son, I knew I wanted him to be amongst nurturing, passionate and inspiring teachers who would support him and provoke his thinking and ideas, as well as to be within an evironment that gave him the space to explore and grow. What I didn’t expect to find was a community that makes everyone feel loved, nutured and valued. The moment I walked through the gates, I knew Willmore was the place my son and our family. The entire teaching team have embraced my son’s personality and passions, and helped him explore new ways to look at the world around him. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching my son grow into a confident and resilient citizen of the world. We will cherish our first year at Willmore, we look forward to our youngest attending in 2021 and are forever grateful for finding our second family."
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