The SOEL Difference
Focus on social-emotional skills.
“My children feel supported, treasure their relationships with their teachers, and come home with new knowledge about the environment, sustainability, and themselves every day.”
– Nelly Amenyogbe
State-of-the-art learning facilities.
“Everyday at SOEL I am wowed by the experiences my children are engaged in.
Their opportunities are endless and they are learning so much.
I know each day my children are loved, safe and cared for just like they are at home.”
– Sharon Gomez
Chef-prepared, seasonal menu.
“We could barely get her on solids at home. After 1 week she was demanding more food at dinnertime.
Her language has exploded, her interaction with people is on a whole new level.
The security is top notch, the food prepared fresh every day. She eats better than I do.”
– Max Lake
Why SOEL?
Unique Atelier Studios, Fostering Creativity.
Every SOEL centre is built around a unique Atelier Studio with dedicated Studio coordinators.
This is where children come to learn, research and express their ideas through a plethora of creative mediums.
Nutritious & Calming Dining Experience.
Our food is made lovingly from scratch by qualified chefs with fresh, high quality ingredients.
Mealtimes at SOEL support the learning of manners, rules and limits, mutual respect, socialisation, food hygiene, and nutrition.
Family-owned. Innovators Since 1974.
SOEL was founded in 1974 by Bernadette Giambazi, who is nationally recognised for her contributions to Early Childhood Education in Australia.
Our family has helped shape early childhood education in Australia, including advocacy for the rights of children, contributions to the EYLF, and pioneering the adoption of education into childcare.
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“I thought it’d be outside our budget because it’s so beautiful, but it’s actually equivalent to most other daycares!” – Lucy Vrankovich
Our Early Learning Programmes
SOEL’s innovative early learning and childcare programmes are thoughtfully designed to nurture the developmental needs of each age group.
Babies
In our baby rooms, we create warm and nurturing environments. We follow each child’s routine, offering individual and group learning opportunities that align with their sleeping, nappy changes, and meal times.
Toddlers
At SOEL, our toddler childcare programme provides a calm and nurturing early learning environment where children are encouraged to explore and play, empowering children to make choices and learn at their own pace.
3-Yr-Old Kindy
Our 3-Year-Old Kindy Programme focuses on comprehensive discovery through a thoughtful pace that encourages children to engage in the inquiry process: planning, researching, hypothesising, questioning, experimenting, and reflecting.
4-Yr-Old Kindy
Our 4-Year-Old Kindy Programme continues to enhance children’s academic skills, including language, literacy, numeracy, and science. They also mentor younger peers in their SOEL community, fostering empathy that supports social and emotional development.
Holistic Family Support
We partner with you for your whole early childhood parenting journey, offering workshops led by our in-house Pedagogy & Training team, events that showcase your child’s unique learning and curated educational resources for parents.
Your local family of early learning experts
When it comes to your child’s early years, experience matters. Since 1974, we’ve earned the trust of generations of Perth families through our commitment to excellence. Our team draws on decades of experience and a strong belief in every child’s capabilities and strengths, while continually working to raise the standard of their education and care.
Considering a Career in Childcare?
We are always looking for passionate educators to join us. If you’re dedicated to creating a supportive learning environment where every child feels valued and empowered, we’d love to hear from you.