About Family Day Care
Family day care with a Coffs Coast Family Care Educator offers approved childcare focusing on each child’s unique development. Children engage in high-quality early learning within the warm environment of an educator’s own home.
In small groups, children experience a natural approach to play and discovery. They form strong, lasting bonds with their dedicated and passionate early childhood educator. Parents gain peace of mind knowing their child is thriving in a nurturing, flexible home learning environment.
Choosing family day care is not just a good choice—it’s the natural one.
Benefits of Family Day Care
A 2019 survey by Family Day Care Australia, involving over 2,000 families, highlighted the unique advantages of family day care. Families appreciated the natural home environment and small group settings.
Key benefits of family day care include:
- Nurturing Environment: Provides early education and care in a warm, natural, and flexible home setting.
- Strong Bonds: Allows children to form genuine, long-lasting relationships with their qualified and passionate educators.
- Flexible Hours: Offers care during standard hours, evenings, before/after school, school holidays, and even overnight or weekends in some cases.
- Individualised Learning: Educators create personalized learning programs tailored to each child.

- Comprehensive Care: Caters to babies and children up to 13 years of age, allowing siblings to be cared for together in one location.
- Community Reflection: Offers experiences that reflect the diversity of the community.
At Coffs Coast Family Care, we ensure that your child’s early years are filled with learning, laughter, and love in a home-like setting that supports their growth and development.