Our Programs

Little Ducks

6 weeks to 2 years

Play. Play is the cornerstone of a healthy childhood. Such a simple word… Play helps us develop and refine social skills, develops and create expectations for the world, helps us establish routines, define interactions, develop fine motor, gross motor and cognitive growth. It fosters positive interactions with our caregivers, ensures our needs are met and helps us establish and respond to both routines and disruptions. Play helps us organise and take control of the environment we find ourselves in.

In our Little Ducks Space we play, and use it to maintain and create a sense of wonder at the world around us.

MEAL PLAN: See below

Pricing

Big Ducks

2 years to 5 ½ years

Encouraging children’s agency centres on fostering creativity, imagination, social interaction, skill development, emotional well-being, and enjoyment. We use a lot of open ended play and the objectives may include enhancing cognitive abilities, problem-solving, teamwork, physical fitness, emotional expression, self-confidence, cultural exploration, or simply experiencing joy and relaxation. Ultimately, play objectives aim to provide individuals with meaningful and fulfilling experiences that contribute to their overall growth, development, and happiness.

We create a structured program but leave plenty of space in between for the important stuff…play.

MEAL PLAN: See below

Pricing

Common questions

Where is Six Little Ducks located?

Six Little Ducks is located at 6 Fitzpatrick St, East Side (Alice Springs). Check out the contact page for a map.

What is the food menu like?

Please refer to the example menu below.

How do you handle special dietary needs?

Six Little Ducks is able to cater for vegetarian and vegan children. Any cultural or religious requirement can be catered for as well as allergies. These additional needs are discussed during the enrolment process.

Do you provide nappies?

Six Little Ducks provides all disposable nappies and wipes.

How do I know if Six Little Ducks is a good fit for my child?

Six Little Ducks provides families with the option of several play dates before accepting a position. This provides time for children to become familiar with their new care setting and provides families time to see if Six Little Ducks is the right fit for their family’s needs.

Our Food Menu & Nutrition

Six Little Ducks works with a nutritionist who designs the menu. The menu is based on the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating five food groups, is age appropriate and caters for cultural and individual preferences.

For children to thrive they need access to nutrient rich snacks and meals. Six Little Ducks offers primarily seasonal fresh fruits, vegetable, wholegrain based carbohydrates, small portions of protein and healthy fats. Children are encouraged to constantly drink water.

Our goal is to assist families to create healthy eating habits early which can transfer across the lifespan.

Contact us

Click here to arrange a tour of the service where we can answer all your questions.