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Quality Childcare and Kindergarten in Smithfield, Cairns
Milestones Early Learning Smithfield provides high-quality childcare and kindergarten for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, supporting families across Smithfield, Trinity Park, Trinity Beach, Kewarra Beach and the Cairns Northern Beaches.
Located on Faculty Drive, near James Cook University, our long day care centre is open Monday to Friday from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm, offering flexible care for local families.
We understand how important it is to find a centre where your child feels safe, supported and excited to learn. At Milestones Smithfield, our educators create a nurturing and inclusive environment where children can build confidence, form friendships and explore their interests.
We’re proud to be a culturally and linguistically diverse centre, with educators who speak languages including Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, Cook Islander, Kalaw Lagaw Ya and Creole. This rich diversity helps every child feel seen, respected and connected.
Children enjoy a balance of play-based learning and intentional teaching across our indoor and outdoor environments, including our veggie garden and sustainability initiatives. Regular community incursions with local schools, wildlife groups and community organisations help children build strong connections and a sense of belonging.
Through our Lifelong Learning Curriculum, children engage in early literacy, STEM and creative learning experiences. Our government-approved kindergarten program supports a smooth transition to school, with many families continuing on to local schools across the Cairns Northern Beaches.
With fresh, nutritious meals prepared onsite daily, we support children’s wellbeing alongside their learning and development.
We look forward to welcoming your family to Milestones Smithfield.
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Meet Our Cairns Early Learning Team
With nearly a decade of experience in early childhood education, Jess Jansz leads the team at Milestones Early Learning Smithfield with warmth, curiosity and a love for nature.
Holding a Bachelor of Education (Birth to Five Years), Jess is passionate about creating rich, outdoor learning experiences that reflect the beautiful natural environment of Far North Queensland.
Her journey into early childhood education began after becoming a parent herself, giving her a deep appreciation for the early years and the importance of creating a safe, supportive and engaging environment for every child.
At Milestones Smithfield, Jess leads a team committed to inclusive and holistic learning. Children enjoy hands-on experiences in our veggie garden and regular incursions with community partners such as Healthy Harold, Captain Carrot, Roaming Wild, the local fire brigade and dentistry students.
These experiences help build strong connections between children, families and the wider community, creating a truly enriching place to learn and belong.
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Book a Tour at Milestones Smithfield
The best way to experience our centre is to visit us in person.
During your tour, you’ll explore our learning spaces, meet our educators and see how your child will learn and play each day. As part of our enrolment process, families are required to attend a tour before securing a place.
We look forward to welcoming your family to Milestones Smithfield.