How Families Rate Milestones Leanyer
Quality Childcare and Preschool in Leanyer
Located on Baroalba Street in Leanyer, just north of Darwin, Milestones Early Learning Leanyer offers high-quality early education and care for children aged 18 months to 5 years. Open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, our long day care centre provides a safe, nurturing environment where children feel supported, confident, and excited to learn.
Our experienced and caring educators are passionate about helping each child grow through meaningful, play-based learning experiences. Every day is thoughtfully planned to inspire curiosity, creativity, and friendships in a setting that feels like a second home.
Children enjoy fresh, healthy meals prepared onsite, along with access to engaging indoor and outdoor learning environments, including a large playground. Our Lifelong Learning Curriculum supports development across all areas and is complemented by a government-approved preschool program that helps prepare children for a confident start to school.
Families in Leanyer and surrounding Darwin suburbs trust us for our strong community feel, experienced team, and commitment to early childhood education.
For practical tips, visit our Quick Links for Families to find information on fees and subsidies, what to bring, and how we keep you connected throughout the day.
Book a tour today to discover how Milestones Leanyer can support your child’s learning journey.
Meet Our Team
Paula Leisiriki Mangawai leads our team at Milestones Early Learning Leanyer with a deep passion for nurturing young minds and inspiring a lifelong love of learning. With over seven years of experience in early childhood education, Paula brings a unique blend of scientific knowledge and leadership expertise to her role, holding a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, an Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management, and a Bachelor of Science (double major in Chemistry and Biology).
Paula believes the excitement of learning begins from birth and loves being part of those magical moments when children discover something new about the world around them. Her enthusiasm for the early years shines through in the way she supports both children and educators to grow, explore, and achieve their best every day.
At Milestones Leanyer, Paula is especially proud of the centre’s vibrant multicultural community, where educators and families from diverse backgrounds come together to create a warm, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all.
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