Flinders University Childcare Centre

Flinders University Childcare Centre Flinders University Child Care Centre is a community-based service, rated Exceeding by ACECQA. We specialise in nature, play and inquiry pedagogy.

We provide full day education and care for children aged six weeks to school-aged.

Today, the block of clay at Sturt House was transformed into a pinball machine. With thoughtful hands and curious minds,...
16/06/2026

Today, the block of clay at Sturt House was transformed into a pinball machine. With thoughtful hands and curious minds, children carefully broke away pieces of clay and added them to the surface, creating pathways for a clay ball to travel.

What began as an idea became an exploration of design, problem-solving, and creativity. As children tested, adjusted, and reimagined their work, the clay evolved into more than a machine. It became a work of art—holding the traces of children's thinking, learning, and imagination within every carefully placed piece.

Clay continues to be a powerful language for children, inviting them to shape their ideas, make their thinking visible, and transform imagination into something tangible.















For the first time in 15 years, we have vacancies available at Flinders in our Preschool House for children aged 3–5 yea...
29/05/2026

For the first time in 15 years, we have vacancies available at Flinders in our Preschool House for children aged 3–5 years.
We are currently offering placements for a minimum of 3 days per week.
At Flinders, we are proud to provide:
-2 Early Childhood Teachers in Preschool House (14 across the centre)
-A stable and experienced staffing team with little staff turn over
-Lower staff-to-child ratios
-Amazing nutritious food
-Spectacular outdoor learning environments

Our community is something truly special, you really need to see it to believe it.

Call us on 8201 2881 to arrange a tour and come experience the magic of Flinders and Preschool House for yourself.



Every mark, movement, and creation tells a story.Every child played a role, hands reaching, fingers seeking, ideas unfol...
12/05/2026

Every mark, movement, and creation tells a story.
Every child played a role, hands reaching, fingers seeking, ideas unfolding.

Through rich sensory play with clay, children are empowered to explore, experiment, and create freely. These moments nurture independence, resilience, imagination, and the confidence to trust their own ideas.




Over the past week, Preschool and Sturt House have welcomed families into their spaces for community family nights. Thro...
30/03/2026

Over the past week, Preschool and Sturt House have welcomed families into their spaces for community family nights. Throughout the day, a shared sense of excitement builds as children take an active role in preparing for the evening. They carefully create decorations, watch as their environment transforms with flags strung and tables arranged, contribute to the making of pumpkin soup, and knead dough for focaccia—ten loaves in each house—proudly contributing to an experience they will soon share with their families.

These evenings offer something truly meaningful for children. While families have the opportunity to spend time in their child’s learning environment and engage with their portfolios, children experience something deeper—they see their world expand. Their familiar daily setting becomes a place where home and learning meet, helping them recognise that they are part of a broader, connected community that extends beyond their everyday experiences at Flinders.

Moments like these bring to life what it means to belong to a community. They support children in seeing themselves as visible and valued citizens within a collective, strengthening their sense of identity, connection, and contribution. Through shared experiences like this, the social fabric of their learning becomes both tangible and meaningful.

Thank you to all families for being part of these evenings and for recognising and valuing your child’s place as an active and important citizen within our community.

Will it be the smell of rosemary focaccia on entry that they remember most? Sharing their favourite learning space with their family? Or perhaps sipping warm pumpkin soup alongside a sibling?

Family nights are truly memorable moments for children.








Address

Flinders University Child Care Centre
Adelaide, SA
5042

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6:15pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 6:15pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 6:15pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6:15pm
Friday 7:30am - 6:15pm

Telephone

+61882012881

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