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Little Scribblers

Updated 2026-08-01 · 1,990 reviewed · 145 listed · Scored from 131 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(131) 67 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Little Scribblers
Services
Kindergarten & Preschool Programs, Long Day Care, Family Day Care
Reviews
131

What recent reviews say

Little Scribblers creates a family-oriented setting where children and parents feel genuinely known and supported through settling in and daily learning. Staff build real relationships with each child and update families via KinderLoop, though one parent reported high illness rates and staffing concerns.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • caring, nurturing educators
  • warm, family-like environment
  • children settle and thrive
  • staff know each child individually
  • daily photo updates via KinderLoop
Watch-outs
  • high staff-to-child ratios reported
  • illness frequency in centre
  • director dismissive of concerns
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Best for: Families relocating or seeking a smaller, relationship-focused centre over large corporate daycare.
Think twice if: One parent reported frequent illness and high staff-to-child ratios; inquire about current staffing levels and illness protocols at enrollment.

Strengths

  • staff know every child individually
  • family-like atmosphere that eases transitions
  • KinderLoop daily photo updates
  • natural outdoor play space

Worth knowing

  • Staff named include Tameka (Southport Manager), Ryiannan, Bronte, Ivana, Ms Sue, Ms Georgie, Ms Chiz-uyru, Ms Cha, Miss Ting (Education Leader)
  • KinderLoop app used for daily photo updates
  • Natural backyard and outdoor playground
  • Sustainable practices involving families
  • Mix of age groups with staff knowing each child's personality

What reviews say by service

Kindergarten & Preschool Programs
Educators nurturing and attentive; children settle well and learn at their own pace; one early report of high illness rates and supervision gaps.
Long Day Care
Warm, family-style care for infants through preschool; staff responsive to individual needs and communicate proactively with parents.
Before & After School Care
Limited evidence; reviews mention flexibility with extra days.
Family Day Care
No clear evidence in reviews.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.77 average across the 89 kindergarten & preschool programs businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 97% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 97
Review volume 92
Review recency 0
Review sentiment 58
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

5
130
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0
3
0
2
0
1
1

Common questions

Do you send photos of my child during the day?
Yes, staff use the KinderLoop app to send daily photo updates so parents can see what their child is doing.
How are transitions handled when a child starts?
Educators take time to settle children in; staff are proactive about easing the adjustment and parents report children quickly become confident and stop crying at drop-off.
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Last updated 2026-08-01