park Long day care in Woodlands, Perth

Where Every Little Bear Grows and Thrives

Cuddly Bear Day Care Centre is a small, family-owned long day care in Woodlands, caring for local and surrounding families since 2002. With just 35 places across our Babies, Toddlers and Kindies rooms, we have the time to know and nurture every child properly.

The entrance to Cuddly Bear Day Care Centre, with its teal and white panelled porch, the bear logo sign above the doors and the paved forecourt out the front.
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Family owned in Woodlands since 2002

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Meeting rated against the
National Quality Standard.
security ACECQA approved
Approved provider on the
national register.
school EYLF aligned
Guided by the Early Years
Learning Framework.
eco Family owned since 2002
Owned and run by the same
family since 2002.
Babies room at Cuddly Bear Day Care Centre
Babies room at Cuddly Bear Day Care Centre

More Than Twenty Years of Care in Woodlands

Cuddly Bear Day Care Centre opened in 2002, and it has been family owned and run ever since. The idea was straightforward, to give Woodlands children a safe, warm place that feels like a second home, and to give parents the confidence that comes from leaving their child somewhere they trust. More than two decades on, that has not changed.

It is a stability you can feel. Many of our educators have been with us for well over a decade, and some for more than fifteen years, so children see the same familiar faces year after year. We work to the National Quality Standard and the Early Years Learning Framework, and we keep refining how we teach. What families value most, though, is simpler. Here, their child is genuinely known.


Babies room at Cuddly Bear Day Care Centre
Babies room at Cuddly Bear Day Care Centre

Our learning programs

Three rooms, one for each stage of the early years, so your child is always somewhere that suits them. Here is a little about each.

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12 weeks to 2 years
Babies

Settling a baby into care is a significant step, and we treat it that way. We follow your baby’s own rhythm for sleeping, feeding and settling, with sensory play and plenty of one-to-one attention from educators who soon become familiar. Two educators to every eight babies.

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2 to 3 years
Toddlers

A busy, curious age, with room to move, make friends and explore. We support early language, growing confidence and creative play, and we take toilet training in our stride, working alongside you when your child is ready.

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3 to 6 years
Kindies

The year before school, approached through play rather than pressure. Children build independence, early literacy and numeracy, and the everyday skills that help them start kindergarten and pre-primary feeling ready and confident.

Life at Cuddly Bear

A look around our centre and the everyday play that happens in our rooms.

Loved by Woodlands Families

We could tell you what makes Cuddly Bear Day Care Centre different, but our families put it better. Here is what some of them have shared on Google.

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The educators genuinely care about children’s wellbeing and development. I was anxious about drop-offs, but the team made the transition seamless. They created a warm, nurturing second home where my child feels entirely secure. I can go to work with complete peace of mind knowing they are in safe, capable hands. The daily updates and photos on the app keep us closely connected.

thinley choden
Google review, May 2026
star star star star star

My daughter had some challenges from birth, and it was recommended that she start daycare to mingle with other children, observe others, and learn to trust other adults caring for her. As a parent, especially with my background, that was incredibly hard. But these educators made that transition so easy. She now runs into the centre, straight into the educators’ arms, and absolutely loves them.

Mary Ronan
Google review, May 2026
star star star star star

This daycare creates a genuinely positive and nurturing environment, thanks to its kind and attentive educators. The thoughtfully prepared menu stands out, offering healthy and appealing meals for the children. With a rich variety of activities, kids stay engaged, curious, and active throughout the day. It’s easy to see why they enjoy every moment spent there.

Damjan Siljanoski
Google review, May 2026
star star star star star

We adore Cuddly Bear and it has made the return to work with both children an absolute breeze with the high quality care provided by the centre. Highly recommend!

Camille Rarere
Google review, January 2026
star star star star star

I am very grateful to have found this place for my child’s care. The Staff and owner helped me ensure a safe and smooth transition for him. They are very loving, caring and always greet him with a smile. The place is full of activities to keep the children entertained.

vanessa gutierrez
Google review, June 2024
star star star star star

Cuddly Bear Daycare is fantastic. The staff are amazing and make us feel like family. Ruba always goes out of her way to make things easier for us. The nurturing environment and fun activities have helped my son thrive and look forward to daycare every day. The teachers are attentive and keep us well-informed.

CHANCHALA
Google review, May 2024
star star star star star

The educators know all the children across all rooms and it has been like an extended family for both my children.

Melissa Ashworth
Google review, May 2024
star star star star star

Honestly just the most amazing daycare. My daughter went there from 11 months old to kindy and loved it. The educators are so warm and good with the kids. We were sad to leave!

Kate Price
Google review, May 2024
star star star star star

The educators genuinely care about children’s wellbeing and development. I was anxious about drop-offs, but the team made the transition seamless. They created a warm, nurturing second home where my child feels entirely secure. I can go to work with complete peace of mind knowing they are in safe, capable hands. The daily updates and photos on the app keep us closely connected.

thinley choden
Google review, May 2026
star star star star star

My daughter had some challenges from birth, and it was recommended that she start daycare to mingle with other children, observe others, and learn to trust other adults caring for her. As a parent, especially with my background, that was incredibly hard. But these educators made that transition so easy. She now runs into the centre, straight into the educators’ arms, and absolutely loves them.

Mary Ronan
Google review, May 2026
star star star star star

This daycare creates a genuinely positive and nurturing environment, thanks to its kind and attentive educators. The thoughtfully prepared menu stands out, offering healthy and appealing meals for the children. With a rich variety of activities, kids stay engaged, curious, and active throughout the day. It’s easy to see why they enjoy every moment spent there.

Damjan Siljanoski
Google review, May 2026
star star star star star

We adore Cuddly Bear and it has made the return to work with both children an absolute breeze with the high quality care provided by the centre. Highly recommend!

Camille Rarere
Google review, January 2026
star star star star star

I am very grateful to have found this place for my child’s care. The Staff and owner helped me ensure a safe and smooth transition for him. They are very loving, caring and always greet him with a smile. The place is full of activities to keep the children entertained.

vanessa gutierrez
Google review, June 2024
star star star star star

Cuddly Bear Daycare is fantastic. The staff are amazing and make us feel like family. Ruba always goes out of her way to make things easier for us. The nurturing environment and fun activities have helped my son thrive and look forward to daycare every day. The teachers are attentive and keep us well-informed.

CHANCHALA
Google review, May 2024
star star star star star

The educators know all the children across all rooms and it has been like an extended family for both my children.

Melissa Ashworth
Google review, May 2024
star star star star star

Honestly just the most amazing daycare. My daughter went there from 11 months old to kindy and loved it. The educators are so warm and good with the kids. We were sad to leave!

Kate Price
Google review, May 2024

Book a Personal Tour

The best way to know if we are the right fit for your family is to visit. Tours run on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 9:30am and take about half an hour. You will meet the team, see the rooms, and get a real sense of the place. Leave your details and we will be in touch to arrange a time.

    From our family newsletter

    News, tips and moments from life at Cuddly Bear.

    Babies room at Cuddly Bear Day Care Centre
    Reading with your baby: little moments with books

    Share books with your baby in short, relaxed moments. Try pictures, familiar songs and simple stories, following your baby’s interest and pace.

    Toddlers room at Cuddly Bear Day Care Centre
    Language delay: signs and where to get help

    Signs of a language delay at 12 months, 2 years and 3 years, and who to talk to if you’re worried about your child’s talking.

    Kindies room at Cuddly Bear Day Care Centre
    Computer use and pre-schoolers

    Experts suggest no more than an hour of screen time a day for 2 to 5 year olds. Ideas for making that hour count, and for keeping young children safe on the computer.

    Frequently asked questions

    • What are your opening hours

      We are open Monday to Friday, from 7:00am to 6:00pm, and we close on public holidays.

    • Do you accept the Child Care Subsidy

      Yes. We are an approved provider, so most families qualify for the Child Care Subsidy. We apply it directly to your weekly invoice based on your entitlement, so you only pay the gap.

    • What meals do you provide

      Every meal is cooked fresh on site each day, following the Start Right Eat Right guidelines. Children have morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack, and we cater for allergies and dietary needs. It is all included in your daily fee.

    • What ages do you care for?

      From 12 weeks to school age, across our three rooms: Babies (12 weeks to 2 years), Toddlers (2 to 3 years) and Kindies (3 to 6 years).

    • Do you have places available?

      We currently have places across all three rooms. Get in touch and we will let you know what fits your child’s age and the days you need.