Every ChildDeserves To Belong
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- Kindy Approved
- Not-for-profit
- Not-for-profitCommunity-owned
- Since 198140+ years of care
- Kindy ApprovedGovernment-approved
- MulticulturalEvery family welcome
- Meals providedFreshly catered by KGF
- OWNA appConnected to your child's day
More than childcare — a St Lucia community where children belong
Since 1981 we've been a not-for-profit centre owned by our community, not shareholders. That difference shows up everywhere: in unhurried, genuine care, in educators who stay, and in children who feel at home.
1Belong
Children feel safe, seen and valued in a warm, multicultural community where every family is welcome.
2Grow
Play-based learning, guided by qualified educators, that builds curiosity, confidence and a love of discovery.
3Thrive
A nurturing, inclusive environment — rich in culture and connection — that prepares children for life's next chapter.
A room for every age and stage
Six thoughtfully designed rooms, each named for a native Australian animal, with educators who specialise in that age — from our nursery to our Kindy Approved kindergarten room.
NurseryGTF
6 weeks – 15 monthsTender, responsive care in a calm, home-like room where your baby feels secure and deeply known.
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ToddlersBandicoots
15 months – 2 yearsFirst steps and big discoveries — sensory play, early language and the comfort of familiar faces.
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ToddlersEchidna
15 months – 2.5 yearsCurious explorers building independence, friendships and confidence through hands-on play.
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JuniorsCassowary Chicks
18 months – 2.5 yearsBusy, joyful days that grow social skills, language and an early love of learning.
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Pre-kindyCassowary
2 years – 3.5 yearsImaginative, child-led learning that builds resilience, creativity and connection to community.
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Kindy ApprovedKookaburra
3.5 years – Prep ageOur Kindy Approved kindergarten room — preparing confident, capable learners for a smooth start to school.
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Which room is right for your child?
Tell us how old your little one is and we'll show you where they'd belong — then book a tour to come and see it.
Your child would belong in
BandicootsToddlers
First steps and big discoveries — sensory play, early language and the comfort of familiar faces.
Also a great fit: Echidna, Cassowary Chicks
Enquire about BandicootsEvery Family Is Welcome Here
Our families speak many languages and bring many cultures — and we celebrate every one. From multicultural storytelling to embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, belonging is woven through everything we do.
18+ languages spoken by our families.
- WelcomeEnglish
- Kia oraMāori
- BienvenidaSpanish
- ようこそJapanese
- 欢迎Mandarin
- 환영합니다Korean
- Xin chàoVietnamese
- TalofaSamoan
- नमस्तेHindi
- SalamArabic
- BulaFijian
- Selamat datangIndonesian
- BenvenutoItalian
- WitajPolish
- HejDanish
- AyubowanSinhala
- SawubonaZulu
- Mālō e leleiTongan
What makes Munro, Munro
Not-for-profit & community-owned
Every dollar goes back into children, educators and our community — never shareholders.
Kindy Approved
A government-approved kindergarten program in our Kookaburra room, led by a qualified teacher.
Trusted since 1981
More than 40 years of warm, reliable care for St Lucia families, right on the UQ campus.
Multicultural & inclusive
Many languages, many cultures, one community — where every family genuinely belongs.
Meals provided
Nutritious meals freshly catered each day by KGF, with all dietary needs covered. No lunchboxes.
Connected with OWNA
Daily updates, photos and bookings through the OWNA app — so you never miss a moment.
Freshly prepared meals, every day
Good food fuels big days. All meals and snacks are provided and freshly prepared by our catering partner KGF (Kids Gourmet Food) — so there are no lunchboxes to pack, and every child eats well.
- Morning tea, lunch & afternoon tea included
- Allergy, dietary & cultural needs catered for
- Seasonal, child-friendly menus on rotation
- Freshly catered by KGF — Kids Gourmet Food
This week's menu
Freshly prepared and rotated each season by KGF. Ask to see our current menu on your tour.
Seasonal menu · catered by KGFWhat a day with us looks like
Unhurried, predictable and full of play. Every day flows to a gentle rhythm that helps children feel secure — with plenty of room for discovery in between.
- 7:30
Warm welcomes
7:30amSoft starts, familiar faces and a calm landing into the day.
- 9:00
Morning tea & play
9:00amFreshly catered morning tea, then child-led indoor and outdoor play.
- 10:30
Intentional learning
10:30amPlay-based experiences guided by educators — language, art, nature and culture.
- 12:00
Lunch together
12:00pmA nutritious cooked lunch by KGF, shared around the table.
- 1:00
Rest & quiet time
1:00pmSleep or restful play, tailored to each child's needs.
- 3:00
Afternoon adventures
3:00pmAfternoon tea, more play and projects that follow the children's interests.
- 6:00
Happy goodbyes
6:00pmDaily highlights and photos shared with you through the OWNA app.
The people your child will love
Qualified, warm and wonderfully diverse — many of our educators have been with Munro for years. They speak your child's languages, know them by name, and treat your family like their own.
Ana
Centre Director
Whole centre20+ yearsEvery child here is known, celebrated and safe — that's the promise we keep every single day.
Speaks English · Spanish
Mei
Lead Educator
Kookaburra · Kindy9 yearsI love watching our kindy kids grow into confident, curious little learners ready for school.
Speaks English · Mandarin
Priya
Early Childhood Teacher
Cassowary7 yearsPlay is how children make sense of the world — my job is to follow their wonder.
Speaks English · Hindi
Sose
Educator
GTF · Nursery11 yearsOur littlest ones need tender, responsive care — and so do their parents. We're here for both.
Speaks English · Samoan
Lucas
Educator
Bandicoots5 yearsBig feelings, first words, new friendships — toddler days are never dull and I wouldn't trade them.
Speaks English · Portuguese
Hana
Educator & Cultural Lead
Echidna8 yearsWe weave every family's culture into our days — belonging is something children can feel.
Speaks English · Japanese
Every Dollar Goes Back Into Children
As a community-owned, not-for-profit centre, we don't answer to shareholders. Every dollar is reinvested into the people and places that shape your child's day — which is exactly why the care here feels different, and why families have trusted us since 1981.
- Richer, natural learning resources in every room
- Ongoing training and development for our educators
- Safe, welcoming and well-cared-for spaces
- Strong community, cultural and family programs
- of surplus reinvested in children
- 100%of surplus reinvested in children
- caring for St Lucia since
- 1981caring for St Lucia since
- age-specific rooms
- 6age-specific rooms
Affordable, transparent — and not-for-profit
As a community-owned centre, our fees go straight back into your child's care, never to shareholders. Most families also access the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), which significantly reduces what you actually pay.
Child Care Subsidy
Eligible families can have a large share of fees subsidised by the government, paid directly to us.
Every dollar reinvested
Surplus goes back into educators, resources and your child's everyday experience.
No hidden extras
Meals, nappies and the kindy program are included — no lunchboxes, no surprises.
Estimate your subsidy
A rough guide using current CCS rates.
Estimated CCS 83% · you may pay around
$66 /week
after an estimated $324 subsidy
Indicative only. CCS depends on your income, activity level and child's age — we'll give you exact figures on your tour.
Get your exact quote on a tourLoved by St Lucia families
Real reviews from our families — read them on GoogleWe've just left the Munro Centre after about 5 years in total with our two children, who both loved their time there. It's a great place for families, with wonderful educators and management who strike the right balance between care and professionalism.
Life at Munro
Real moments from our rooms, our community and the culture that makes Munro feel like home.
Our full philosophy is currently being refreshed together with our educators and families. At its heart is a simple belief: that every child deserves to belong, to be known, and to learn through play in a safe, inclusive and culturally rich community.
The complete statement will be shared here soon.
Everything you might be wondering
Still wondering? Give us a call, or join our waitlist to get started — we're happy to help.
Join the WaitlistWe'd Love To WelcomeYour Family
Come and feel the difference a community-owned centre makes. Join our waitlist, enrol online, or call us — we'd love to show you around.
Prefer to visit first? Call us for a tour — (07) 3876 9916
Join the Munro community
Ready to get started? Join our waitlist or enrol online through OWNA — and we'll be in touch to welcome your family.
- Join the waitlist for your preferred room and start date
- Enrol online in minutes through OWNA, our secure platform
- Straight answers on fees, CCS & availability
- Prefer to look first? Come in for a relaxed tour
Two easy ways to start
Both take just a few minutes on OWNA, our secure family platform.