About Us

Our Story

With over 20 years of experience in the childcare industry providing advisory, consultancy, and management services to countless centres across Australia, we’re excited to bring our expertise home by opening our very own childcare centre in the heart of Herston, Queensland.

 

Our Founders

Samantha and Matthew Ahearn, founders of Giggletree Pty Ltd, have been dedicated to the childcare industry for over 17 years. They initially started the company as a childcare management and consulting firm with a vision to support childcare services in their growth and development, ensuring they become exceptional places that children, families, and teams love to be a part of.

Our Story

Drawing upon our extensive experience of over two decades in the childcare industry, during which we have provided advisory, consultancy and management services to a multitude of childcare centres Australia-wide, we have decided to leverage our expertise and establish our very own childcare centre in the heart of Herston, Queensland.

 

Our Founders

Samantha and Matthew Ahearn, founders of Giggletree Pty Ltd, have been dedicated to the childcare industry for over 17 years. They initially started the company as a childcare management and consulting firm with a vision to support childcare services in their growth and development, ensuring they become exceptional places that children, families, and teams love to be a part of.

In April 2023, Samantha and Matt's long-standing passion and vision became a reality with the creation of Giggletree Early Education. This marked a significant milestone for them, and they are thrilled to witness their dream come to fruition.

Meet Samantha

Samantha brings more than 30 years of invaluable experience in the Early Childhood Sector, particularly in operating childcare services. Her extensive knowledge and expertise have shaped her leadership style, inspiring her team to become a “community of learners.” Samantha leads by example, consistently demonstrating her personal commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

Meet Matt

On the financial and administrative side of the Early Childhood Sector, Matt Ahearn has over 15 years of experience. With his expertise in this domain, he ensures the smooth operation and financial stability of Giggletree Early Education, enabling the team to focus on providing the best possible experiences for children and families.

Together, Samantha and Matthew Ahearn bring a wealth of knowledge, passion, and dedication to the field of early childhood education. Their combined expertise and unwavering commitment to the growth and well-being of children make Giggletree Early Education a truly exceptional and inspiring place for young learners.

Our Values

The CHILD is at the centre of everything we do.

Caring

  • We listen carefully, offer kindness, and respond respectfully.
  • We offer a responsive space to nurture and support people where they are.
  • We offer support and action to help.

Holistic

  • We consider the whole of a person – and offer acceptance.
  • We value and recognise strengths and ensure we encourage ongoing development.
  • We recognise and include the contributions of our environment, cultures, and community.

Integrity

  • We work hard to meet our commitments.
  • We seek to understand contemporary thinking and share this with our community.
  • We conduct ourselves with respect and integrity.

Laughter

  • We find fun and laughter inspiring, comforting, and essential for our wellbeing.
  • We celebrate each individual’s unique abilities, achievement and contributions to our community – in a loving way.
  • We want everyone to feel welcome and that we are in a comfortable and accepting place to be.

Development

  • We believe in the value of early childhood education to the child, our community, and our society.
  • We believe that we must develop as professionals to provide the best, most enriching outcomes for the children in our care.
  • We seek to be innovative – we can be flexible and adapt to the needs of others.

Caring

  • We listen carefully, offer kindness, and respond respectfully.
  • We offer a responsive space to nurture and support people where they are.
  • We offer support and action to help.

Holistic

  • We consider the whole of a person – and offer acceptance.
  • We value and recognise strengths and ensure we encourage ongoing development.
  • We recognise and include the contributions of our environment, cultures, and community.

Integrity

  • We work hard to meet our commitments.
  • We seek to understand contemporary thinking and share this with our community.
  • We conduct ourselves with respect and integrity.

Laughter

  • We find fun and laughter inspiring, comforting, and essential for our wellbeing.
  • We celebrate each individual’s unique abilities, achievement and contributions to our community – in a loving way.
  • We want everyone to feel welcome and that we are in a comfortable and accepting place to be.

Development

  • We believe in the value of early childhood education to the child, our community, and our society.
  • We believe that we must develop as professionals to provide the best, most enriching outcomes for the children in our care.
  • We seek to be innovative – we can be flexible and adapt to the needs of others.

Caring

  • We listen carefully, offer kindness, and respond respectfully.
  • We offer a responsive space to nurture and support people where they are.
  • We offer support and action to help.

Holistic

  • We consider the whole of a person – and offer acceptance.
  • We value and recognise strengths and ensure we encourage ongoing development.
  • We recognise and include the contributions of our environment, cultures, and community.

Integrity

  • We work hard to meet our commitments.
  • We seek to understand contemporary thinking and share this with our community.
  • We conduct ourselves with respect and integrity.

Laughter

  • We find fun and laughter inspiring, comforting, and essential for our wellbeing.
  • We celebrate each individual’s unique abilities, achievement and contributions to our community – in a loving way.
  • We want everyone to feel welcome and that we are in a comfortable and accepting place to be.

Development

  • We believe in the value of early childhood education to the child, our community, and our society.
  • We believe that we must develop as professionals to provide the best, most enriching outcomes for the children in our care.
  • We seek to be innovative – we can be flexible and adapt to the needs of others.

Our Culture Promise

Relationships are at the core of our centre. The more meaningful and authentic our relationships are – the more enriched the experience for everyone.

We will be approachable, respectful, open, and understanding of our community, which includes our children, our families, and our team.

We will strive to offer thoughtful and remarkable learning environments and experiences for the children that we welcome into our care.

Meet The Team

Aira

Educator

Josephine

Educator

Julie

Nutritional Leader

Anisley

Education

Jodie

Centre Manager

Mel

Educator

Jian

Lead Educator

Sujana

Educator

Yan

ECT

Sofie

Assistant Centre Manager/Lead Educator

Samantha

Approved Provider

Our Learning Journey

Our Learning Journey stems from a holistic education approach, fostering intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development. Our experienced educators create an environment that promotes exploration, inquiry-based learning, and individual interests, ensuring that children are engaged, motivated, and empowered to reach their full potential. Our curriculum is tailored to support each child’s unique learning style while recognising and celebrating their strengths and interests.

 

At Giggletree Early Education, your child will experience a range of learning experiences including:

Group activities to enhance social skills

Play-based learning to explore and find new interests

Problem solving opportunities to enhance emotional intelligence and motor skills

Group activities to enhance social skills

Play-based learning to explore and find new interests

Problem solving opportunities to enhance emotional intelligence and motor skills

Our communication channels ensure that parents and caregivers are kept informed about their child's progress, including regular updates, parent-teacher meetings, and portfolio appraisals.

Our Environment

We’re located within the leafy streets and tranquil atmosphere of Herston, Brisbane.

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