Is there childcare near Darra State School?
If you are searching for childcare close to Darra State School, the answer is yes — and it is closer than you might think.
Scotts Road Child Care Centre is located at 39 Scotts Road, Darra, directly across the road from Darra State School. For families in the area, it is one of the most convenient childcare options in Brisbane's south-west, offering long day care from 6:30am to 6:30pm, a Queensland Government approved Free Kindy program, and Before and After School Care for school-aged children.
Why location matters for childcare families
For working parents, proximity to school is one of the most practical considerations when choosing childcare. Being able to drop off and collect children from one location — or from two locations that are steps apart — removes significant daily stress and makes the morning and afternoon routine much more manageable.
Scotts Road's position directly opposite Darra State School means families can manage drop-offs and pick-ups for children of different ages without needing to travel between multiple locations across the suburb. Find out more about how to find us, including directions from Darra Train Station and the Ipswich Motorway.
What Scotts Road Child Care Centre offers
Long day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years
Our centre provides early learning and care for babies, toddlers and preschool-aged children across four dedicated programs. Our Nursery program caters to babies from 6 weeks in purpose-built rooms with qualified educators and heart and breathing monitors on every cot. Our Toddler program provides open, resource-rich spaces for children aged 1 to 3 to explore and develop. Our Preschool and Free Kindy program is led by a Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher and prepares children for a confident start to primary school.
Queensland Government approved Free Kindy
Children turning 4 by 30 June are eligible for 15 hours of funded kindy per week for 40 weeks per year through our approved Free Kindy program. This is delivered within our long day care setting, meaning families do not need to travel to a separate kindy location.
Before and After School Care and Vacation Care
Our OSHC and Vacation Care program provides Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care for children attending Darra State School. With our centre located directly across the road, the transition between school and care is simple and safe for families and children alike.
All-inclusive fees
Our daily fee includes all meals prepared on-site, nappies, wipes and sunscreen. Fees start from as little as $12.19 per day after the Child Care Subsidy. There is no enrolment fee and no waitlist fee.
Who we are
Scotts Road Child Care Centre has been serving the Darra community for over 40 years. We are a family-owned centre with a passionate team of experienced educators, many of whom have been with us for years. Our educators are dedicated to building genuine relationships with children and families, creating an environment that feels like a second home.
Our centre is open Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 6:30pm, 52 weeks a year, providing reliable, consistent care that working families can count on.
Suburbs we serve
Our central Darra location makes us a popular choice for families from across Brisbane's south-west, including Oxley, Richlands, Forest Lake, Sinnamon Park, Jamboree Heights, Seventeen Mile Rocks, Mount Ommaney, Sumner, Inala and Wacol. With easy access from the Ipswich Motorway and Darra Train Station nearby, we are a practical choice for commuting families across the region.
What our families say
"The care is like childcare used to be. Our children's artwork is displayed on the walls, the educators know each child's name, the children even welcome all of the children and parents as they arrive."
Book a tour
The best way to experience Scotts Road is to visit in person and see our programs in action. We encourage families to come and meet our team, explore our outdoor spaces, and ask every question on their list.
To book a tour, visit our enquiries page or call us on (07) 5512 0910. You can also read our frequently asked questions for more information about programs, fees and enrolments.
2026 and 2027 enrolments are now open. Places are limited — we encourage families to enquire early.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Scotts Road Child Care Centre located? We are located at 39 Scotts Road, Darra QLD 4076, directly across the road from Darra State School. Full directions and a map are available on our location page.
Does Scotts Road offer Before and After School Care for Darra State School? Yes. Our OSHC program provides Before School Care, After School Care and Vacation Care for primary school-aged children, conveniently located across the road from Darra State School.
What age groups does Scotts Road Child Care cater to? We welcome children from 6 weeks to 5 years across our Nursery, Toddler and Preschool and Free Kindy programs, plus Before and After School Care for school-aged children.
Is there parking at Scotts Road Child Care? Yes. On-site and street parking is available for drop-off and pick-up. See our location page for full details.