Business Details
Quality Childcare & Early Education in Adelaide
Stepping Stones Day Care (SA) Childcare and Early Development Centres is committed to redefining early childhood education through purpose-built facilities and a curriculum that prioritizes play-based learning. Established by industry veterans with extensive experience in childcare infrastructure, our organization focuses on creating environments where children develop foundational skills for lifelong learning. Our team of qualified educators delivers programs aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, emphasizing family engagement, cultural awareness, and sustainability practices. With 26 centers across South Australia, we combine structured educational outcomes with spontaneous exploration to nurture curiosity and social development.Our kitchens prepare fresh, nutritionally balanced meals daily, meeting 50% of children's dietary needs while accommodating individual requirements. Through partnerships with local communities and government initiatives like the Flying Start 3-Year-Old Preschool Program, we ensure children receive comprehensive preparation for formal schooling. Our safety protocols, sun-safe policies, and security measures create trusted spaces where families feel confident leaving their children. By integrating sustainable practices into daily activities, we instill environmental awareness from an early age while maintaining rigorous professional standards in early childhood education.
Services
Childcare Programs
Early Education
Nutritious Meals
Safe Environment
Sustainability Education
Highlights and features
- We offer play-based curricula developed by qualified early childhood teachers
- Our centers provide 50% of children's daily nutritional requirements through fresh meals
- 26 locations across Adelaide ensure accessible childcare options
- We integrate sustainability practices into daily educational activities
- Government-approved Flying Start preschool program prepares children for school
What people say
Genuinely care about the children
Amazing feedback from families
Best possible foundation for learning
Safe and secure environments
Nutritious meals daily
Services
Childcare Programs
Our childcare programs cater to children aged 0-5 years through age-specific curricula. Qualified educators implement play-based learning aligned with national frameworks to develop social, cognitive, and physical skills. Daily activities combine structured lessons with spontaneous exploration in secure environments.
Early Education
Government-approved early education programs prepare children for formal schooling. The Flying Start initiative offers 15 hours weekly teacher-led preschool for 3-year-olds, focusing on literacy, numeracy, and social development through play-based methodologies.
Nutritious Meals
Freshly prepared meals meet 50% of children's daily nutritional needs. Experienced cooks create balanced menus following Nutrition Australia guidelines, accommodating dietary requirements while teaching healthy eating habits through daily mealtime interactions.
Safe Environment
Purpose-built centers feature secure access systems and safety protocols. Sun-safe policies, monitored outdoor play areas, and regular staff training ensure children's physical and emotional wellbeing in environments designed to foster confidence and exploration.
Sustainability Education
Environmental awareness is integrated into daily activities through gardening, recycling programs, and nature-based play. Children learn sustainable practices through hands-on experiences like worm farming and community excursions that connect them with local ecosystems.
People
George Skrembos
Director
Co-founder with extensive childcare infrastructure experience from Eastern Building Group. Provides strategic leadership in developing purpose-built centers across South Australia since 2003.
Danny Scinto
Director
Co-director leveraging construction industry expertise to create quality childcare facilities. Focuses on operational growth and facility development to meet South Australia's early education needs.
Helen Ketley
General Manager
Manages daily operations with diverse experience in childcare management. Oversees program implementation and staff development to maintain educational standards across all 26 centers.
Colleen Crane
Business Manager
Handles financial and administrative operations with specialized knowledge of childcare regulations. Ensures compliance with national standards while supporting center directors and families.
Questions
What age groups do your programs cater to?
We offer programs for children aged 0-2 years (Baby Program), 2-3 years (Toddler Program), and 3-5 years (Kindy Room Program).
Are meals provided at the centers?
Yes, we provide nutritious meals and snacks daily, including lunch, morning tea, afternoon tea, and late snacks prepared fresh on-site.
What is the Flying Start preschool program?
This government-funded program offers 15 hours weekly preschool for 3-year-olds led by qualified teachers, focusing on school readiness through play-based learning.
How do you handle special dietary requirements?
Our cooks accommodate dietary needs. Discuss requirements with the Centre Director during enrollment to ensure appropriate meal planning.
What safety measures are in place?
Centers feature secure access systems, monitored play areas, and staff trained in safety protocols to ensure children's physical and emotional wellbeing.
How are parents involved in their child's learning?
We maintain regular communication about daily activities and developmental progress, encouraging family input into individualized learning plans and center events.