What is family day care?

Choosing the right care for your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a parent. Family day care provides a nurturing, home-based environment where children receive personalised care in a small group setting, fostering strong relationships, individualised learning, and a sense of security. My Place Family Day Care is a network of trained and registered educators who provide high-quality education and care in their own homes, catering to children from six weeks to 12 years of age.

As an approved education and care service, family day care offers flexibility to suit the needs of modern families. Care is available during standard hours, before and after school, school holidays, weekends, overnight, and even on public holidays. Some educators also offer transport options between kindergarten, school, and home. With a maximum of seven children under care at any time, family day care ensures a personalised and engaging learning experience where children receive individual attention and form secure relationships that support their social and emotional development.

All My Place Family Day Care educators are qualified professionals, trained to implement the Early Years Learning Framework for early childhood play-based learning and the My Time, Our Place Framework for school-aged child enrichment. Each home environment is carefully selected to be safe, stimulating, and tailored to meet the needs of each child, providing the perfect setting for them to grow, learn, and thrive.

Types of care available:

Standard hours care

Family Day Care operates during typical working hours, providing a structured yet home-like learning environment for children.

  • Supports parents returning to work, study, or other commitments.
  • Follows a daily routine that includes meals, play, rest, and learning activities.
  • Encourages social interaction in a small group setting.

After hours care

For families with commitments outside of regular business hours, after-hours care provides a safe and nurturing option.

  • Extends care beyond standard daycare hours.
  • Helps parents with shift work or late work commitments.
  • Provides a calm and structured environment for evening routines.

Weekend care

Available for parents who work weekends or require occasional weekend support.

  • Offers a familiar and comfortable setting, even outside traditional care days.
  • Supports parents in hospitality, retail, healthcare, or other industries with weekend shifts.
  • Provides opportunities for play-based learning in a relaxed environment.

Overnight care

Designed for parents who work night shifts or require overnight supervision for their child.

  • Children stay in a safe and home-like setting with a trusted educator.
  • Routines are maintained to support bedtime, meals, and morning preparation.
  • Ideal for healthcare workers, emergency services, or other professions requiring night shifts.

Holiday care

Ensures continuity of care during school breaks and public holidays.

  • Helps working parents manage care when schools and other childcare centres are closed.
  • Offers engaging activities tailored to school holidays, including outdoor play, crafts, and excursions.
  • Provides a stable and consistent routine in a familiar environment.

Family day care’s flexible care options support families with varying schedules while ensuring children receive high-quality, home-based early education in a nurturing setting.

All My Place Family Day Care educators are carefully selected, regularly supervised, and operate under the Education and Care Services National Regulations. They adhere to the National Quality Standards, ensuring that every child benefits from high-quality care and continuous improvements in their learning environment.

For parents seeking a flexible, home-based childcare option that prioritises personal attention, strong relationships, and high-quality early learning experiences, Family Day Care provides an excellent choice.

My Place Family Day Care is approved by the Queensland Government Office for Early Childhood Education and Care, as well as by Australian Government Department of Education. My Place is also a member of the Family Day Care Association of Queensland, achieving an overall rating of Exceeding National Quality Standards.