Childhood, as nature intended.

A nature-led early learning Family Day Care provider in Southern Tasmania where children belong, childhood is slow, and each child is known.

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A PLACE TO BELONG

Rooted in nature.

Connected in community.

Known for who they are.

At Beyond the Burrow, our Family Day Care educators across Southern Tasmania honour childhood as it should be - slow, curious and connected. In our small-group environments, children are supported to explore, wonder and grow at their own pace, surrounded by natural beauty and meaningful relationships. 

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Our Foundations

KNOWN DEEPLY

We build strong, trusting relationships so every child feels safe, seen and truly understood.

LEARNING WITH NATURE

Nature is our teacher. We learn through play, exploration and connection to the world around us.

FREE TO BE CHILDREN

We protect time for play, imagination and joy - the heart of a meaningful childhood.

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Charne Chandler
MEET CHARNÈ

Founder & Early Childhood Educator

 

I created Beyond the Burrow to offer children the kind of childhood I value most - one that is rooted in nature, guided by respect, and filled with time to simply be.

 

With a background in early childhood education and a deep love for the natural world, I feel so grateful to support educators in creating places where children can belong, grow and experience childhood as it should be. 

Charnè

Discover

Nature-Inspired Learning

Why do we follow a Nature-Inspired Learning program?

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Our approach gives children time and space to explore, wonder, play and connect with the natural world around them.

At Beyond the Burrow, we don’t just play in nature - we learn with it.

Family Day Care

What does Beyond the Burrow offer, and why?

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Beyond the Burrow provides nurturing Family Day Care across Southern Tasmania, connecting families with passionate educators who offer high-quality early learning and care in welcoming home environments.

Where

can you find us?

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Beyond the Burrow services Southern Tasmania. 

Learn

About our family day care

Discover what makes Beyond the Burrow different. 

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At Beyond the Burrow, we are dedicated to providing a unique and enriching nature-based early learning and care experience for young children.

Benefits

What are the benefits of enrolling my child at Beyond the Burrow?

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At Beyond the Burrow we believe early childhood education should be grounded in warmth, wonder, and respect for nature.  We provide nurturing spaces where children can grow, explore, and thrive.

How to choose

How can I choose the right early learning and care option for my child's needs?

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Selecting the right early learning and care for your child's needs is crucial. Here are some steps to consider...

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Enquire

We would love to hear from you, and welcome your family to Beyond the Burrow

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Finding care is about so much more than availability. It is about finding someone who will truly see your child, understand their little ways and create a place where they can feel safe, connected and free to be themselves.

Our Curriculum

At Beyond the Burrow, we offer warm and nurturing environments where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and learn at their own pace.

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Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to foster independence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning, with a strong emphasis on nature-based education and meaningful, play-rich experiences.

 

FAQs

Click here for the answers on our most Frequently Asked Questions

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Click here for the answers on our most Frequently Asked Questions

our Philosophy

Family Day Care the Beyond the Burrow way..

Childhood is something to be lived, not hurried through.

 

At Beyond the Burrow, we believe childhood should be slow, curious and connected. A time for children to play deeply, explore freely and grow within relationships where they feel known, valued and understood.

 

Our Family Day Care educators create nurturing home environments where learning unfolds naturally - through play, connection, time outdoors and the everyday moments that make childhood meaningful.

We believe children need time to wonder, take risks, get messy, follow their ideas and simply be children.

 

Because play isn't the break between learning. It is the learning.

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BECOME AN EDUCATOR

WANT TO JOIN OUR TEAM

For educators who believe care should feel personal, purposeful and deeply connected, Beyond the Burrow offers the guidance and support to create a home-based service that reflects your own values and strengths.

Become part of a thoughtful family day care community where educators are valued for what makes their approach unique and families are supported to find the educator who feels right for them.

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ENROL with us today!

Childhood here is filled with muddy hands, big ideas, shared discoveries and the quiet confidence that comes from being truly known.

 

Contact us now to secure a place.

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