Mini Mates Dural Early Learning Centre

09/07/2026

Let’s Draw & Write! ✏️🎨

Our little ones at Mini Mates love drawing and writing on the chalkboard during outdoor play! 💚 A firm favourite that builds fine motor skills and early literacy, all through fun.

09/07/2026

🌿💛❤️🖤 NAIDOC Week at Mini Mates 🖤❤️💛🌿

This week, our children are celebrating NAIDOC Week by exploring and learning about the rich histories, cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through meaningful stories, art, music and hands-on experiences.

Together, we celebrate, learn and grow with respect for the world’s oldest continuing cultures. 🌏✨

09/07/2026

🌧️ Muddy Adventures 🌿💦

Our little explorers had so much fun splashing in puddles, making muddy creations, and discovering nature in their raincoats and gum boots. Wet weather play helps children build confidence, curiosity, and a love of the outdoors! ☔👢🤎

20/06/2026

06/06/2026

🔬✨ Science Fun at Mini Mates! ✨🔬

Our little scientists had a wonderful time exploring, experimenting, and discovering how the world works! From mixing, predicting, and observing reactions, the children showed amazing curiosity and excitement 🌈🧪

With so many “wow!” moments, they learned through hands-on science play while building confidence, creativity, and problem-solving skills 💡💙

We love seeing learning come alive through play at Mini Mates! 😊

06/06/2026

🇦🇺 Thank You, Families! 🇦🇺

A huge thank you to all our wonderful families for supporting our Biggest Australian Morning Tea fundraiser by purchasing the delicious cupcakes made by our children. 🧁❤️

Thanks to your generosity, we raised valuable funds for a wonderful cause. Your support helped make the event a great success while giving the children a fun and meaningful baking experience. The children were so proud to share their baking with everyone!

We truly appreciate your kindness, generosity, and community spirit. Thank you for being part of this special day!

18/05/2026

Sensory play is always so much fun at Minimates 🌈✨

Our children enjoy exploring different textures, colours, and materials through hands-on experiences. Sensory activities support children’s creativity, curiosity, fine motor skills, and learning while they play and discover together 💛