Long day care · Dunsborough, WA

Where little gems grow, between the bush and the beach

Locally owned childcare in Dunsborough for children aged 6 weeks to Pre-Kindy, with beach kindy, nature walks and a curiosity approach to play.

6 weeks to Pre-Kindy

Care and early learning across three age-based rooms.

Small by design

A maximum of 50 children a day, so every child is known.

Beach & bush on our doorstep

Regular excursions to the beach and bushland, both within walking distance.

Flexible 10-hour days

Full, half and casual days, open 7.00am to 6.00pm weekdays.

About GEMS

Locally owned and family run since 2006

We called our centre GEMS because children are exactly that: precious, unique and deserving of care and admiration. Founded by teachers Monique and Kent Vollprecht, GEMS began as a Pre-Kindy program in 2006 and has offered long day care in Dunsborough since 2010.

Our holistic approach nurtures each child’s physical, social, emotional and spiritual wellbeing, with learning through play, natural resources and sustainability from the start.

Our rooms

Three rooms, one nurturing community

Each room is designed for its age group, with indoor and outdoor spaces that feel like an extension of home.

Babies

Ruby Room

Up to 8 babies a day, with a separate sleep room and an undercover outdoor area bathed in morning light.

Toddlers

Diamond Room

Up to 15 toddlers a day. Glass sliding doors open onto the outdoor area, so children can choose where they play.

Pre-Kindy

Sapphire Room

A Pre-Kindy program led by an Early Childhood Teacher, preparing children for their formal years of schooling.

Our philosophy

Learning that starts outdoors

Through our Curiosity Approach, children are free to follow their natural curiosity and imagination, make their own choices and direct their own learning.

We get children outside as much as we can. Regular walks to the local bushland and beach help them build a love for the natural world and a real connection to their community.

What parents say

What families say about GEMS

    
 
 
         
   Georgia Driscoll 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend. My son loves attending and is always well cared for and the educators have great communication. We really love all of the outside play and beach trips the kids do
  
 
        
   Madeline Macnish 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We’ve had such a wonderful experience with this daycare! My kids absolutely love going, and I love the variety of experiences and opportunities they get, from mountain biking and beach outings to creative, fun learning activities and outdoor adventures. The delicious food served is another big bonus! The educators are fantastic, and the welcoming, inclusive environment makes it even more special. Being locally owned gives it that lovely personal touch and community feel. We’re so lucky to have a daycare like this in our community!
  
 
        
   Maddie gazelle 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My kids have loved coming here to gems , love the space and love the girls its been such a blessing and has helped my son really grown into his own :)

Thank you to the wonderful staff at gems x x
  
 
        
   Laura Krynen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We love this centre. They spend lots of time outdoors. Mountain bike riding, bush walks, trips to the beach. Lots of arts and crafts and a nice relaxed after school care program to unwind and play after school.
  
 
        
   Jennifer Deman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our Clan couldn't be happier with our experience at Gems �We've got three of our babes there every Tuesday in the babies, toddler and pre-kindy rooms. From the very beginning, our kids have felt extremely settled there and always come home with tales of the fun and inventive activities they have done. We especially love the Kindy preparation that our eldest is exposed to in the pre-Kindy program. Having access to Storypark allows us to see what the kids have been up to and it makes for good dinner time discussions. Thanks guys!! :)
  
 
        
   Stephanie Dunning 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone at GEMS. What an excellent pre-school experience for my kids. We've been lucky enough to experience both the toddler room and the pre-kindy room and both are excellent. The staff go above and beyond and my kids have always been happy and content. Drop off is easy! It has been the best transition to school and the after school service has been very handy too! Thank you :)

Life at GEMS

Follow along with our little explorers

See what the children have been up to, from beach kindy and bush walks to cooking, crafts and celebrations. We share updates and upcoming events on Facebook and Instagram.