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Moderated review signals
5.0
out of 5 · 3 approved signals
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Narrabundah childcare profile
Marlee Early Education and Care Centre
22 Nimbin Street, Narrabundah ACT 2604
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Parent rating
FirstNest parent reviews
5.0
out of 5 · 2 parent signals
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Staff signal
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Meeting NQS
NQS rating issued Apr 2021
NQS quality areas
- Educational program and practice
- Exceeding NQS
- Children's health and safety
- Meeting NQS
- Physical environment
- Meeting NQS
- Staffing arrangements
- Meeting NQS
- Relationships with children
- Meeting NQS
- Collaborative partnerships with families and communities
- Exceeding NQS
- Governance and leadership
- Exceeding NQS
Source: ACECQA National Register - ACT approved services export. Official information is kept separate from community-submitted reviews.
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- Provider
- Community Services #1 Incorporated
- Service type
- Childcare centre
- Centre size
- Up to 38 children
- Maximum children allowed at one time, not current vacancies.
- Official quality
- Meets the national standard
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This profile currently has 3 public review signals available to FirstNest. Fees, current availability and waitlist timing should be confirmed directly with the centre.
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Childcare centre
childcare type
Up to 38 children
centre size
Meets the national standard
official quality
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Parent reviews
Parents say this centre is strong for
cleanlinessoutdoor play
Watch-outs parents mention
5.0 / 5
Parent review signal
Anonymous parent
Reviewed by FirstNest
Marlee has been amazing for my son, he has had the space to adventure and grow. I recommend Marlee to anyone who is looking for a place where their children can get dirty and discover the world they live in.
cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Parent review signal
Anonymous parent
Reviewed by FirstNest
My toddler recently joined Marlee. We were initially worried about his transition to a new centre, but with Marlee’s warm and enthusiastic educators my child has thrived. He is learning through various exercises led by the educators and free play in their large garden filled with everything a young child needs for fun and exploring. It has a community feel. I am very happy we chose Marlee for my child.
outdoor play
Staff reviews
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5.0 / 5
Community review signal
Anonymous reviewer
Reviewed by FirstNest
The staff at Marlee are all friendly, approachable and happy to have a chat. Since attending Marlee, my son's development has been astounding. Thanks Marlee team!
educators
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