Stepping Stone Angle Vale Childcare & Early Development Centre

We have been part of the Stepping Stones Angle Vale family since 2023, transferring from their Tea Tree Gully centre when we moved to Angle Vale. Initially, both of my children attended. Even though my daughter has now started school, she still shares a beautiful bond with the staff during drop-offs/pick ups for her brother, who still attends. This centre and its incredible team have been through the unimaginable. Following a heartbreaking tragedy last year, which deeply impacted the whole centre, my son and the community, drop-offs became incredibly difficult for him. Even while the whole centre was navigating their own profound grief, the team—especially management and admin—went completely above and beyond to support the children and families. Their resilience, empathy, and compassion are nothing short of phenomenal. As a parent of a child with ASD, finding the right care is crucial. The staff are amazing with his needs. He has developed beautifully unique bonds with a select handful of educators who make him feel incredibly safe and secure every single day. Another absolute standout is Miss Lea, the chef. She is one of the most beautiful humans you will ever meet. Even though it isn't her job to settle children, she takes the time to chat with them and make them feel truly seen and heard. Her passion shines through her highly nutritious meals, and she effortlessly caters to dietary restrictions like my son’s. Both of my kids literally run to the kitchen door every morning just to say hello to her. Childcare is a tough industry, and educators do not get the praise they deserve. They teach, feed, protect, and help shape our children. Whenever minor mishaps or miscommunications have happened—as we are all human—the management team has addressed them promptly and professionally. I hold this team in the highest regard. They are caring, kind, and truly embody the "village" it takes to raise children. I wouldn’t send my son anywhere else. Thank you, Stepping Stones Angle Vale, for everything you do. Special mentions to Kahlee, Nadia, Trudy, Jess, Miss Lea, Miss Courtney, Miss Kate & Bee.