If you’re looking for a trusted early learning centre, Juniors Journey provides long daycare and a preschool program.
Our Lake Albert childcare centre offers flexibility that supports your family’s busy schedule.
At Juniors Journey, we believe every child should feel confident, curious, and included. Our modern, purpose-built centre has been thoughtfully designed to support children’s comfort, safety and development with innovative early learning programs. Guided by qualified educators, children grow through play, build friendships and develop the skills needed for the next stage of their education.
How we support your child’s early learning journey in Lake Albert
Safe & stimulating outdoor spaces
Qualified & experienced educators
Wipes & nappies included
Fresh meals made by in-centre chefs
Government-approved preschool program
Family communication app
Long daycare with flexible hours
Play-based learning
Age-specific learning rooms
Discover a nurturing place for your child to grow. Our Lake Albert daycare centre’s five play-based learning rooms are designed to support babies, toddlers and preschool children at each stage of early childhood development.
Children spend the day in bright, open spaces where they’re encouraged to build friendships and develop new skills, while our littlest learners are cared for in a comfy nursery with a quiet cot room for restful sleep.
A safe space for outdoor play and exploration
Outside, children are able to stretch their bodies, follow their curiosity and connect with nature. Our outdoor play areas support active play, imagination and discovery. Children can craft creations in the sandpit, explore sensory areas and interact with elements that inspire questions, creativity and confidence.
The fenced playground features large zones for running and group play, along with shaded areas that invite children to enjoy fresh air all year round. With approximately 1,068 square metres of outdoor space, there’s plenty of room to move, learn and brave an exciting adventure!
Our rooms
Frequently asked questions
Juniors Journey is conveniently located at 3 / 547 Kooringal Road, Lake Albert, NSW 2650.
This location makes drop off and pick up easy for Wagga Wagga families. Lots of the little ones we care for live in surrounding suburbs like Springvale, Forest Hill, Lloyd, Tolland, Kooringal, Glenfield Park, Kapooka and San Isidore.
Childcare fees at Juniors Journey depend on your child’s age, how many days they attend, and whether your family receives the Australian Government Child Care Subsidy (CCS).
Many Lake Albert families find that the subsidy significantly lowers their out-of-pocket childcare costs.
Because every family’s situation is different, the best way to understand fees is to speak with our team. We’re always happy to explain our pricing, provide a clear fee guide, and help you understand how the CCS may apply to your family.
Yes. Juniors Journey is an approved CCS provider. This means eligible families can use the subsidy to reduce the cost of early childhood education in Lake Albert.
The amount of support you receive depends on factors like your household income, activity levels and the number of hours your child attends care.
If you’re unsure how the subsidy works for Wagga Wagga childcare, we can help guide you through the process and explain how to apply through your myGov and Centrelink account.
Our Lake Albert early learning centre welcomes children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.
Yes. We offer long daycare from Monday to Friday.
These extended hours help support busy families while giving children a stable and caring routine each day. Throughout the day, children enjoy a balance of play-based learning, creative activities, meals, rest time and outdoor play.
Enrolments are open throughout the year, depending on the current availability in each room.
Families in Lake Albert are welcome to contact our team at any time to ask questions, join the waitlist or arrange a visit.
Many parents enjoy booking a centre tour first. It’s a lovely way to meet our educators, explore the learning environments and experience the warm and welcoming atmosphere of Juniors Journey.
We have five dedicated learning rooms, each designed for a specific age group, so children can learn and play in an environment suited to their stage of physical, cognitive, and social development.
Room capacities at our Lake Albert early learning centre are as follows:
- Nursery (Babies): 10 places
- Toddler Room (2 years): 25 places
- Preschool Room 1 (3 years): 25 places
- Preschool Room 2 (4 years): 25 places
- Kindergarten Readiness (5 years): 25 places
These group sizes allow our educators to build strong relationships with each child while providing the care, attention and enhanced learning programs they need to thrive.
Each day at Juniors Journey is designed to help children feel safe, capable and connected to the world around them. We adopt the Early Years Learning Framework, encouraging play-based learning for all ages.
Babies (0 to 2 years)
Our nursery provides gentle care and consistent routines. Babies enjoy sensory play, music, stories and one-on-one attention that supports early communication and trust.
Toddlers (2 to 3 years)
Toddlers explore through play. Activities help them build language, independence and social skills while learning to express their feelings and ideas.
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)
Our preschool program prepares children for a confident transition to school with early literacy, numeracy and problem-solving activities. Children also learn teamwork, independence and confidence.
Across every age group, our educators focus on helping children feel supported, valued and excited to learn every day.
Throughout the day, our in-house chefs nourish little minds and bodies with nutritious meals that encourage healthy eating from a young age.
To book a tour of our Lake Albert early learning centre, simply get in touch, and we’ll arrange a date and time that suits your family.
Nurturing, welcoming and empowering every child
We provide high-quality early education that supports the learning and growth of every child. Our play-based principles and nutrition-focused meals encourage exploration, expression and celebration of individual learning journeys.