Safe and valued
Children are welcomed into a calm setting where trust, belonging and emotional security come first.
Lower Templestowe family day care
A gentle home where little steps become big confidence.
Tiny Steps Family Day Care gives children a calm, nurturing place to feel safe, valued and supported while they learn through play, routine and real connection.
Home-based care
Creative learning
404 Thompsons Road
ABN 97 321 128 065
Meet Tina
Experienced care with the warmth of home.
Welcome to Tiny Steps Family Day Care. Tina has more than 15 years of experience working with children in a variety of early childhood roles across Melbourne, and has proudly operated Tiny Steps as her own family day care service for several years.
As both an experienced educator and a mother, Tina understands how important it is to find the right care for your child. Her approach is personal, patient and responsive, helping each child feel known before they are expected to grow.
I look forward to meeting your family and being part of your child's learning journey.Tina, Tiny Steps Family Day Care
Care Philosophy
Small-group attention, thoughtful routines and room to explore.
Play-led learning
Age-appropriate experiences encourage curiosity, language, movement, creativity and confidence.
Individual interests
Special activities are shaped around children's developing skills, personalities and favourite discoveries.
Family partnership
Parents are invited to visit, ask questions and choose care with clarity before making any decision.
Learning Experiences
Everyday moments designed for development.
Tiny Steps supports children through craft, stories, movement, sensory exploration, nature play, music and practical routines. Each activity is chosen to be age-appropriate, engaging and achievable, so children can try new things while still feeling secure.
- Creative arts, books, music and pretend play
- Language, sharing, turn-taking and independence
- Indoor and outdoor activities for whole-child growth
A Day at Tiny Steps
A predictable rhythm that still leaves space for wonder.
01
Warm arrival
Gentle settling, family updates and familiar play choices help children ease into the day.
02
Guided discovery
Creative, sensory and early learning activities support confidence and connection.
03
Outdoor movement
Fresh air, nature moments and physical play help children reset and build coordination.
04
Rest and reflection
Quiet routines, stories and calm transitions keep the day balanced and child-centred.
Environment
Home comforts, child-safe spaces and meaningful play.
Families are warmly invited to tour the environment, meet Tina in person and see whether Tiny Steps feels right for their child.
Visit Before You Decide
Come and see Tiny Steps for yourself.
Choosing care is personal. Book a conversation, arrange a visit and walk through the space with Tina before making your decision.
Contact
Start with a quick hello.
Ask about availability, arrange a tour or share what your child needs from care.