Childcare Centres in Inner Brisbane

Trusted Early Learning Centres for Inner Brisbane Families

If you're searching for a childcare centre in Inner Brisbane where your child will feel safe, supported, and excited to learn, you're in the right place. At Affinity Education, our early learning centres, in suburbs like Bowen Hills, Lutwyche and Sherwood provide warm, inclusive environments where children aged six weeks to school age are guided by passionate educators and supported by a research-informed curriculum.

We’re proud to partner with families across Brisbane to give every child the best possible start in life, and to offer meaningful career opportunities for early childhood professionals.

Our Centres

Explore our Inner Brisbane locations below, or search by postcode to find the centre closest to you.

  1. Papilio Early Learning Bowen Hills

    Papilio Early Learning Bowen Hills
    31 Thompson Street
    Bowen Hills, QLD 4006
    6:30 am to 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday
    • Nursery
    • Toddler
    • Preschool
    1800 244 532
    Get in contact

  2. Papilio Early Learning Lutwyche

    Papilio Early Learning Lutwyche
    Level 1, 120 Chalk Street
    Lutwyche, QLD 4030
    6:30 am to 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday
    • Nursery
    • Toddler
    • Preschool
    1800 244 532
    Get in contact

  3. Papilio Early Learning Sherwood

    Papilio Early Learning Sherwood
    436 Oxley Road
    Sherwood, QLD 4075
    6:15 am to 6:15 pm, Monday to Friday
    • Nursery
    • Toddler
    • Preschool
    1800 244 532
    Get in contact

What Makes Affinity Early Learning Centres Special?

All Affinity Education centres follow our exclusive Lifelong Learning Curriculum. This play-based program supports children’s development at every stage, helping them build confidence, curiosity, communication skills and social-emotional wellbeing, all while preparing them for school and life.

Here’s what you’ll find at our Inner Brisbane centres:

  • Purpose-built indoor and outdoor environments designed for play and learning

  • Learning programs tailored to each child’s interests and stage of development

  • Healthy, fresh meals prepared onsite (in most centres)

  • Enrichment activities including music, movement, STEM, and creative arts

  • Positive Living Skills to support mental health and emotional wellbeing

  • Inclusive programs and First Nations cultural education

  • A strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing

We also offer a dedicated Preschool & Kindergarten program to help children aged 3–5 prepare for a confident transition to school.

👉 Learn more about our Preschool & Kindergarten program

Enquire or Book a Tour

We’d love to welcome you and your child to one of our Inner Brisbane early learning centres.

📞 Call 1800 244 532 or contact us online to ask a question, book a tour, or secure your place.

What Happens After You Enquire?

When you reach out, we’ll guide you every step of the way:

  • A team member will answer your questions and learn more about your needs

  • You’ll be invited to book a personalised centre tour

  • During your visit, we’ll introduce you to our educators and explore the learning spaces

  • If you're ready to enrol, we’ll help you get started and support your Child Care Subsidy (CCS) application

Understanding Childcare Costs

Your childcare fees will depend on your chosen centre and your CCS eligibility. Many families in Brisbane pay as little as $30 per day or less, thanks to government subsidies.

👉 Learn more about the Child Care Subsidy

Need help with an estimate? Just reach out - we’re here to assist.

Join Our Team

Affinity Education is home to over 5,000 early childhood professionals nationwide. If you’re an educator seeking a supportive, values-led workplace right here in Brisbane, we’d love to connect.

👉 Explore careers in early education

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