Little Sophia has been part of the local Community in different forms over the last 25 years. 

Our aim is to foster enthusiasm, joy and wonder for life in an environment of goodness, beauty and imagination.

The quality and depth of our experience speaks volumes for the care and love our community of teachers, organisers and parents bring to our kindergarten, and the warmth and joy they take home. 

We are a Not-For-Profit and accredited Kindergarten offering Family Playgroup and Funded all day Kindergarten, with CCS eligibility.

Little Sophia runs family Playgroups for children from birth to 3.5 years of age and kindergarten programs within a long daycare setting, with high staff-child ratios, for children 3 to 6 years of age. 

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Giraffe Childcare Docklands is a centre-based early learning centre located in
Docklands, Victoria. The facility provides long daycare for a maximum of 150 children
aged from six weeks to five years.

Giraffe Childcare Docklands is conveniently located within Dockland’s Harbour Town,
with easy CityLink access and affordable parking nearby. We offer a warm, welcoming
atmosphere and personalised education for every child.

Services

We present a range of exciting curricula at our centre, including a School Readiness
program to help three to five-year-olds prepare for the challenges of ‘Big School’. By
building skills in independence, self-confidence, social awareness, and communication,
we aim to give children the best possible head-start in their lifelong learning journey.

Each of our programs centres around the Australian government’s Early Years Learning Framework, where children will develop five essential skills:

- A strong sense of identity
- A deep connection with the outside world
- Positive wellbeing
- Confidence and involvement in learning
- Communication

We build these skills by connecting with children directly and allowing them to make
choices about their learning.

Nutrition

Our in-house cook has trained overseas and locally, developing an inspired range of food
preparation skills. Each day, our cook prepares fresh meals based on a varied, seasonal
menu, crafted to suit the nutritional, cultural, and allergy-based needs of every child.

For the early risers, we serve breakfast each day, along with morning tea, lunch, and
afternoon tea. We also offer fresh fruit throughout the day and encourage each child to
explore new flavours.

Grounds

Our grounds feature plenty of wide-open space, a large playground, and natural
gardens. Through exciting outdoor play equipment, we aim to encourage children to
keep active and challenge themselves.

In our pre-school program, children are free to choose whether they would prefer to play indoors or outdoors.

Communication

At Giraffe Childcare Docklands, we have an open-door policy—meaning families are welcome to visit our centre at any time. We appreciate feedback from parents and caregivers and will incorporate suggestions into our teaching strategies wherever
possible.

We encourage families to meet with our educators at regular intervals to discuss their
child’s likes and dislikes, unique interests, and individual needs.

Giraffe Child Care Pty Ltd

Little Sunshine Early Learning is located at 2 Hedge End Road in Nunawading, Victoria. Our centre is a proud provider of centre-based early childhood education and care. We cater to children between the ages of six months and four years. 

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At Little Sunshine Early Learning, we are committed to providing a fun and engaging learning environment in which young children are encouraged to grow and explore. We recognise the importance of quality early education in preparing children for success, and we tailor our programs individually to ensure that each child gets the most out of our education offerings. 

The talented educators at our centre work to foster a love of learning and to help children develop independence and interpersonal skills. We promote positive social development, critical thinking and problem-solving, and self-expression and creativity. We provide children with opportunities to engage in purposeful learning activities and to explore new skills and challenges every day. 

Our early education programs support social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. We invite children to play an active role in their learning, contributing interests and ideas. Our centre also offers a range of specialist programs and additional learning experiences such as incursions. These help to provide children with new opportunities to learn and grow in our care. 

Nutrition policy

At Little Sunshine Early Learning, we know the importance of good nutrition. We encourage children to develop healthy eating habits that align with the requirements set by the Australian Dietary Guidelines. 

Grounds

Our early learning centre has plenty of open space for children to explore. We also have a playground and a range of high-quality educational tools and resources.  

Communication

Our educators believe that families are an integral part of children’s learning. We encourage parents and families to play an active role in our education programs. Parents are welcome to start discussions with educators at pick-up and drop-off times. 
We document each child’s learning on an app-based system, where we create individualised learning portfolios and observe, record, and capture details of each day’s learning activities. Families can view educator stories and share information of their own.

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Footscray Early Learning Centre is based in Footscray, Victoria. The facility offers centre-based long daycare for a maximum of 50 children aged from newborn to six years.

The centre is owned by Approved Provider Leila Alameddine, who holds a diploma in Children’s Services. Leila is passionate about delivering high-quality, safe, and welcoming care for all young children.

Services

At Footscray Early Learning centre, we believe in the potential of all children to be who they want to be. We engage children’s natural desires to learn and grow through structured and unstructured play. We support and encourage children to develop at their own pace and explore their unique interests.

We structure our curriculum around the Early Years Learning Framework, which emphasises ‘Belonging, Being & Becoming’. Based on this framework, we support children in developing:

- A keen sense of identity
- A deep connection with the outside world
- Positive wellbeing
- Confidence and involvement in learning
- Effective communication and social skills

We achieve these standards by modelling positive behaviour and creating a warm, judgment-free learning environment.

Nutrition

Our in-house kitchen prepares nutritionally balanced and healthy meals for children each day, including freshly baked goods. Our kitchen is registered with the Maribyrnong council as an approved facility.

We offer:

- A 4-week rotating menu
- Locally sourced fresh fruit and produce
- A menu supported by Nutrition Australia
- Fresh fruit bowls in each room
- Reduced white carbohydrates and sugar
- A progressive approach to mealtime
- Freely available water

We cater to the cultural, individual, and dietary needs of each child in our meal planning.

Grounds

At Footscray Early Learning Centre, outdoor exploration is a vital part of our philosophy. We encourage children to get outdoors and become familiar with their natural environment. Our grounds feature a colourful playground, open spaces, and an entertaining sandpit area.

Communication

We believe clear communication with families is vital to a child’s growth. We encourage parents and caregivers to get in touch via email, mobile phone, and text messages to ask questions and provide feedback throughout the day.

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Dallas Early Learning Centre is a well respected and trusted quality care and education facility in the Melbourne suburb of Dallas approximately, 17km north west of Melbournes CBD.

We provide quality settings with detailed, age specific resources to enrich the development and education of your child. The five years of a child’s life significantly affects their learning, health and well-being. Therefore, we provide children with opportunities to learn, grow, play, build relationships and to develop positive social skills, giving your child the possibility to thrive and excel. Our educators are qualified and caring and are committed to ongoing training to better their skills and knowledge within the industry.

We have a structured a comprehensive curriculum to support and enhance young children’s learning. Dallas Early Learning Centre programs are unique and tailored to suit the age and development stage of your child. The service environment is bright and inviting and our Directors and Educators are helpful, welcoming and willing to provide you with any information you require.

We ensure that a safe and nurturing environment is provided filled with encouragement, attention and affection. We encourage you to bring your child in for a visit and familiarise both yourself and your child with our educators, centre and facilities. We aim to provide continuity of care between home and our centre to ensure that your child/ren is respected and comfortable in our services.

Our aim is to offer high quality, affordable long day care where we recognise and embrace individual personalities, cultures and family values

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Launchpad Early Learning Centre, located in Lower Plenty, Victoria, provides long daycare for a maximum of 124 students. Launchpad educators offer care and education in a centre-based setting.
 
Launchpad derives its name from its core goal—to launch children into a universe of discovery. By investigating a world of possibilities in a robust community environment, children will develop essential life skills and a deep sense of self-worth.

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At Launchpad, we emphasise three core values: Readiness, Respect, and Resilience.

Readiness means we take a rich, reciprocal approach to learning, focusing on literacy and storytelling.

Respect means we teach respect for others, ourselves, and the world around us.

Resilience means we encourage self-worth and assurance in all children under our care. Through taking risks and directing their own learning, children will develop the confidence to rise above life’s barriers and pitfalls.

Our curriculum centres around the five “selves”:

- The Emotional self
- The Social self
- The Cognitive self
- The Creative Self
- The Physical self

Together, these “selves” form the “Whole Child”. 

As guided by the Reggio and Montessori educational philosophies, we encourage play-based learning. We also centre our curriculum around the Australian government’s National Quality Standards and Early Years Learning Framework. 

Nutrition

At Launchpad, we recognise the invaluable benefits of healthy eating and active living. Based on the Victorian Government’s Healthy Eating Advisory Service, we craft balanced, nutritious menus for our children to enjoy.

Each day, our in-house chef prepares delicious homemade meals. Where possible, we incorporate fresh produce from our veggie patches and fruit trees into these meals.

We cater to all dietary requirements and take allergies and intolerances very seriously. Our staff are all trained in Anaphylaxis/EpiPen usage and First Aid.

Grounds

By exploring our lush, natural play spaces, children will develop respect for the environment and develop their sensory, creative, problem-solving, and social skills. Our dedicated outdoor areas feature native plant life, sensory decks, dirt-digging patches, bush cubbies, and much more.

Communication

Community and family connections are essential to a child’s development. We encourage parents and caregivers to get in touch with our support team at any time with questions, feedback, or enrolment enquiries. 

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Nido Early School offers families a premium standard of early education and care in Werribee for children aged 6 weeks to school age.

Embracing the world-class educational approach, Reggio Emilia, Nido Early School creates a learning environment enriched with creative and sensory experiences as avenues for growth, allowing every child to reach their full potential.

We are proud of our:

   - Degree-qualified kindergarten teachers
   - Industry-best educators
   - Weekly curriculum incorporating self-expression through creativity
   - Inclusive village-style approach engaging child, family and community
   - Architecturally-designed indoor and outdoor spaces which optimise learning and development
   - Wholesome, delicious foods from our Cucina (menus designed by Nourished Beginnings)
   - Work-friendly hours from 6.30am to 6.30pm and easy drop off area
   - Full government rebates

We invite you take a look at this fantastic service in Werribee.

Think Childcare Services Pty Ltd

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Albert Park Preschool Inc

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Gowrie Victoria is a not-for-profit organisation, established in 1939, committed to its purpose: For those who teach and care for children, Gowrie Victoria champions good early childhood education and care. Because when children learn, we all grow.

Our service offerings include:
Children’s Programs located at Carlton North,  Docklands and Broadmeadows

A Registered Training Organisation (RTO 3900) that delivers nationally recognised qualifications in the full scope of vocational training in Early Childhood and School Age Education and Care
A Professional Development program that includes short courses, webinars and customised training.

Lady Gowrie Child Centre (Melb) Inc

Jindi Woraback Children’s Centre is a not-for-profit 131 place community based children’s centre with an incorporated Government funded kindergarten program. We are situated on Victoria University Campus in St Albans and cater to any family working, studying or living in the city of Brimbank. 

 Educators undertake both group and individual professional development, attend monthly team meetings, maintain and upgrade their qualifications regularly and set yearly goals. There is a strong emphasis on accountability, selfevaluation and educators being in charge of their own learning through educator portfolios. 

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Wesley’s holistic approach to learning – a True Education – is our passionate commitment to the development of the whole child in an inclusive, coeducational environment.

The richness, breadth and depth of a Wesley education provides unparalleled opportunities for students to discover their passions and nurture their talents.

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Kidscape at Yungaburra is a unique childcare centre that offers full time care for children between the ages of 15 mths and 5 years. It provides a safe and caring environment for your child in the heart of Yungaburra Village.

Being a limited vacancy centre means your child has the privilege and comfort of learning in a 21 place setting. Here the children develop a 'love of learning' which they cherish for life. Kidscape children gain a respect for the environment, its inhabitants and most importantly each other.

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At Kidscape we are all guided by the Montessori philosophy 'nurturing the uniqueness of each child'. We look forward to meeting the individual needs and requirements of each child while discovering and supporting their early learning development.

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Education and child care

City of Melbourne has a range of child care options - council and community-run centres, family day care, outside school hours and school holiday services. We own and manage five children's centres and there is a range of schooling options in the municipality.

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Welcome to the exceptional Guardian Early Learning Centre at 101 Collins Street, an education and childcare centre right in the heart of Melbourne's CBD. Step inside an environment designed to inspire wonder and curiosity in the hearts and minds of children, as they explore, grow, play, learn, and interact in a safe, supportive and secure environment.

Our location near major office buildings and public transport make drop offs and pickups convenient and easy. Book yourself in for a tour of our Early Learning Centre today!

Guardian Corporate Early Learning Centres Pty Ltd

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Our program and ethos is developed from the 'My Time, Our Place Framework for School Aged Care in Australia' and 'Belonging, Being and Becoming: The Early Years Learning Framework for Australia'. Through a combination of qualified staff, comprehensive programing, certificates and awards, structure and consistency and daily group reflections, MSHC creates opportunities for your child to develop new attitudes, behaviours and choices and allows for MSHC to have a positive influence on their lives.

We believe that children;
Are individuals and should be treated as such
Should be treated with respect
Should be encouraged to learn about life
Learn through play and experiences
Flourish when nurtured through loving and meaningful relationships with staff, other children and their communities
Deserve to be heard and valued.
Our professional educators ensure our program remains diverse, challenging and conducive to the children's interests through engagement with all families, children and the wider community. We value the diversity of our families and encourage all to participate regardless of race, gender or socio-economic background.
MSHC is committed to providing the highest standard of care for your children. We are licensed by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, are registered to participate in the quality assurance program through the National Quality Framework. Child Care Benefit is available for all eligible families, for more information regarding your eligibility please refer to the DEEWR website. Spaces are extremely limited so be sure to book in early by calling us on 1300 86 84 83.

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With close proximity to Flinders Street station as well as trams and busses going into the CBD, plus on-site parking available, Oac's Southbank early learning and kindergarten centre offers a fantastically convenient experience for parents. More than that, though, is the experience we create for the 0-6 year olds in our care. Our beautiful Southbank day care has been designed in collaboration with 4d Architect & Design and Elsie+Betty, to complement the warm, inspiring, and inviting atmosphere Oac's educators work hard to create. The interior is stunning, with views looking across the Yarra River and CBD skyline, and the outdoor space is even more spectacular, allowing children to interact and learn utilising a bike track, handcrafted tree house, water play area, sandpit, and more. The first 6 years make such an impact on a child's development, and choosing the right daycare is an important decision. We would love for you to book a tour of our Southbank campus, to allow us to introduce our team and our holistic approach to early learning.

Only About Children Pty Ltd

Haileybury Early Learning Centres establish a pathway for each child to learn, discover and grow.

Through flexible educational programs, children aged three to five learn to apply their newfound knowledge to every aspect of their lives.

At Haileybury, we recognise the early years as a time of exploration. Each child is supported to develop their unique capabilities and a love of learning.

Haileybury's ELC programs are comprehensive, engaging and educational.

Based on the Early Years Learning Framework, developmentally appropriate activities are designed to sustain each child's engagement. Pedagogical strategies support concentration and learning through play.

Children develop their creativity, social skills, emotional wellbeing, higher-order thinking skills and a sense of belonging.

Our play-based curriculum includes Language and Literacy, Numeracy, Social Thinking, and Diversity and Inclusion.

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We understand the challenges that every parent has with entrusting the care of your child to others away from home.

At Little Assets, we take pride in providing a warm, happy and safe environment for your family. Your child should feel comfortable, happy and inspired in our early learning centre.

We focus on beautiful and engaging play spaces designed with natural elements that enable children to flow freely between the indoor and outdoor learning environments.

Careful consideration is also given to our families and parents are encouraged to engage and enjoy the environment just as much as children.

Our centre has been specially designed to provide a safe, nurturing, and dynamic learning environment for children.  The high quality education program features a child-centred approach that recognises the unique characteristics of each child, with routines that are progressive, flexible and tailored to meet their needs.

Little Assets WTC Pty Ltd

Part of the Junior Adventures Group of companies, ImageOSHClub is Australia's leading premium provider of outside school hours care (OSHC) and school holiday programs.*

Servicing more than 400 schools nationally, we offer quality care to primary-aged students, in an environment where children feel safe, learn and have fun.

At OSHClub, the safety of children and the quality of our services are our No. 1 priority.

We employ around 2,500 employees in casual and permanent positions.

We attribute our success to the fantastic and dedicated team members taking care of children, and the many team members working in our state offices, who are providing the back-office support and infrastructure necessary for the effective operational delivery of our services.

Junior Adventures Group continues to pioneer the OSHC sector, building stronger communities and brighter futures for more than 70,000 children, 40,000 families and more than 400 schools across Australia.

Early Childhood Management Services Inc

John Street was formed in 1976 from the generous donations of E M Dauber. Formerly known as the Fitzroy Community Childcare Co-operative, a name change was initiated in 1997 in order to establish a firmer identity within the surrounding Fitzroy community.

In 1998, we merged with another well-known and well-established Fitzroy centre, Central Fitzroy Childcare Co-operative, in the interests of preserving community-based childcare.

John Street Community Early Childhood Co-op Ltd

East West Childcare Association Inc

Our service offerings include:
Early Learning Centres located at Carlton North, Docklands, Broadmeadows, Yarraville and Carlton Learning Precinct
A Registered Training Organisation (RTO 3900) that delivers nationally recognised qualifications in Early Childhood Education and Care
A Professional Development program that includes short courses, coaching and customised training

The Professor Lynn Corcoran Early Learning Centre: FROEBEL Parkville at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research (Institute) in Parkville is our newest Early Learning Centre in Melbourne. The service provides 100 places for children from approx. 6 months to 5 years of age, with an integrated Kindergarten Program. 
 
Embedded in the lively Parkville precinct, our Centre spans across four levels, each equipped with exciting and unique indoor and outdoor learning spaces. Our beautiful semi-open kitchen invites children to assist our chef in cooking and baking experiences, learning about healthy food and nutrition. 

Our Centre has a strong focus on inquiry-based, early STEM learning. FROEBEL implements its Little Scientists program, which has been endorsed by the Australian Government under the National Innovation and Science Agenda. FROEBEL holistically and continuously trains its early childhood educators and teachers at the service on all Little Scientists modules, with the shared vision of making early STEM education the trademark of the service. 

German is introduced as a second community language at the service. Whilst English is the main language of the service, a number of German-speaking educators work with the children in German, all day, every day. 

FROEBEL and the Institute are committed to reconciliation and creating meaningful integration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture into all aspects of the organisation. At our service, Indigenous culture and history are integrated into the curriculum.

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The Melbourne University Family Club first established a creche in North Carlton in 1965. The Family Club incorporated as a Co-operative in 1968 and moved into the current buildings in June 1971. Its primary purpose is to provide high quality child-care so that parents in the University and local community can combine career and family life.

The Centre uses an emergent curriculum developing children's individual portfolios and a reflection book. The programme follows the National and Victorian early years learning framework. Each group has an educational program aimed at each individual child's developmental level, with both structured and free play combined with an indoor and outdoor programme. Incorporated into Long day care is a kindergarten program.

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Nido Early School Werribee

Albert Park Preschool Centre

CPS Children's Centre

Gowrie Victoria Broadmeadows Valley

Jindi Woraback Children's Centre

Wesley College Melbourne Glen Waverley Early Childhood Learning Centre

Little Stars at Bourke Children's Centre

'Kidscape' Yungaburra Childcare Centre

Melbourne City Child Care

Guardian Childcare & Education Collins Street

Work Safe Holiday Program OSHClub

Melbourne School Holiday Club

Only About Children Southbank

Haileybury City Early Learning Centre

Queensberry Childrens Centre

Little Assets - Melbourne City Early Learning Centre

North Melbourne Childrens Centre

Carlton Gardens OSHClub

St Mary's Kindergarten

John Street Community Early Childhood Co-operative

East West Childcare

Lady Gowrie Child Centre (Melb) Inc

Professor Lynn Corcoran Early Learning Centre: FROEBEL Parkville

Melbourne University Family Club