Banyule Childcare and Kindergarten Directory 2010[3]

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INDEX 1. Introduction & acknowledgements.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2. Navigating the Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 (i) Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 (ii) Useful Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 (iii) Funding Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 3. In-Home Care (i) Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 (ii) Service List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 4. Family day Care (i) Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 (ii) Service List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 5. Location of Child Care Centres in Banyule Map. . . . .19 6. Occasional Care (i) Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 (ii) Service List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 6. Long Day Care (i) Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 (ii) Service List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 7. Location of Kindergartens in Banyule Map . . . . . . . . 51 8. Funded Kindergarten (i) Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 (ii) Service List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

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INTRODUCTION AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

This directory has been produced by Banyule City Council’s Early Childhood Services Department to encourage families to explore the range of early childhood education and care options available in Banyule. Special thanks go to all contributing Children’s Service providers and the Banyule Childcare Network for their considered contribution to the development of this directory.

Parts of the text in this publication are reproduced with the permission of the Department of Education Early Childhood Development (DEECD), Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) and the Family Assistance Office (FAO).

Disclaimer

The content of this directory is provided for information purposes only. Whilst reasonable efforts have been made to ensure its accuracy at the time of publication, Banyule City Council does not warrant its accuracy or completeness and readers are encouraged to verify all information before relying on it. Banyule City Council does not accept any liability to any person/ organisation for the information, or use of such information, which is provided in this publication.

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NAVIGATING THE DIRECTORY

The Banyule Child Care and Kindergarten Directory aims to provide you with an overview of the types of education/ care options available in Banyule.

The directory is divided into sections to allow you to skip ahead to your preferred section at any time.

There are a total of 8 sections in this directory:

Section 1- Information to Navigate the Early Years includes definitions; useful information and funding options (Commonwealth and State government) available for all education/ care types.

Section 2- In- Home Care - definition and details of services offered for Banyule residents.

Section 3- Family Day Care – definition and details of services offered for Banyule residents.

Section 4- A map of the location of Child Care Centre’s in Banyule - highlights all licensed children’s services (Occasional Care and Long Day Care) located in Banyule.

Section 5- Occasional Care - definition and details of licensed services located in Banyule.

Section 6- Long Day Care - definition and details of licensed services located in Banyule.

Section 7- A map of the location of Kindergartens in Banyule - highlights all licensed kindergartens (and independent schools which offer kindergarten programs) located in Banyule.

Section 8- Kindergarten/Preschool - definition and details of licensed services located in Banyule.

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USEFUL DEFINITIONS

Below are some useful definitions relating to childcare and kindergarten that will help you navigate this directory.

• Children’s Service

A licensed premise/ location where children are cared for/ educated, which is situated outside of the home. This term is often used to describe occasional care, long day care childcare and kindergarten.

• Staffing Requirements

All licensed children’s services in Victoria are required to maintain minimum staff to child ratios. This means that there needs to be a minimum of two staff (one of whom is qualified) at a service at all times that the service is operating. Please refer to the following website for further details: http://www.education.vic.gov.au/ocecd/childrens-services

• Qualified Childcare Worker

Holds a minimum 2 year Diploma in Children’s Services Qualification.

• Qualified Early Childhood Teacher

Holds a minimum 3 or 4 year tertiary degree e.g. Bachelor of Early Childhood.

• Working With Children Check (WWCC)

The Department of Justice (DoJ) requires that all persons working with children, whether volunteers or employees, to have a current WWCC.

• Criminal History Check

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) requires all Representatives and Primary Nominees of a licensed children’s service to have a Criminal History Check.

• Funded Kindergarten (also known as preschool)

In Victoria the State Government subsidies four year old kindergarten. To be eligible children must have turned four years of age prior to the 30 April in the year they will attend kindergarten. Some long day care services have been approved by the DEECD to provide a funded kindergarten program, these services will have a certificate of approval on display.

• Licence/ Certificates of Registration

All licenced children’s services are required to display their licence at the main entrance/ foyer of their service. The licence includes the name of the

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service; registration number; conditions of licence; any exemptions from licence conditions and representatives of licence.

• Licensed children’s services

Licensed children’s services provide care and education for children in a range of settings. In Victoria, all licensed children’s services must comply with all of the minimum standards set out in the Children’s Services Act 1996 and Children’s Services Regulations 2009, which include requirements such as minimum staff to child ratios, the employment of qualified staff. Information regarding all licensed children’s services in Victoria can be obtained from the Children’s Service Register at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/ocecd/childrens-services/register.html

• Licence capacity of services

How many children can be cared for or educated at the service at any time.

• First Aid Qualifications

Each service is required to have at least one staff member with first aid qualifications to be on duty at all times when children are present at a licenced service. Most services ensure that the majority of staff hold a first aid qualification (please check with your service).**If your child has severe allergies, medical conditions or requires an epipen, please advise the service prior to enrolling and ask if staff have had training.

• Registered Care

Registered care is care for work related purposes that is provided by grandparents, relatives, friends or nannies who are registered as carers with the Family Assistance Office. Registered care may also be provided by individuals in kindergartens, some outside school hours care (OSHC) services and some occasional care centres. Carers/ teachers in these services must be registered with the Family Assistance Office. Your carer can tell you if they are registered. For more information please visit http://www.familyassist.gov.au/internet/fao/fao1.nsf/content/payments-ccb-how_much-what_approved_care.htm

• Approved In Home Care

Works to the National In Home Care Guidelines. This is Government approved care in your own home. Eligible families accessing this care may also be eligible for CCB (means tested Child Care Benefit), CCTR (non means tested Child Care Tax Refund) and sole parent families who access JET (Jobs Education and Training) funding.

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OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION

• Quality in Children’s Services

All children’s services (except kindergartens, independent schools, in-home care and some occasional care services) are required to meet the National Childcare Accreditation Council (NCAC) standards in order to receive funding. Families seeking quality education/ care for children are encouraged to visit or contact the service and to look out for the following: the environment of the centre, whether the atmosphere is warm, friendly and welcoming; whether the staff interactions with children are positive, whether the children are engaged in a wide variety of experiences, and if there is a current program on display. A current Certificate of Accreditation will be displayed in all accredited services. For further information please visit the website at: http://www.ncac.gov.au or on 1300 136 554.

You can contact the Childcare Access Hotline to find a Commonwealth Government approved child care service and information on vacancies in your area, you can ring on 1800 670 305 (TTY 1800 639 327) or visit http://www.familyassist.gov.au/internet/fao/fao1.nsf/content/payments-ccb-how_much-what_approved_care.htm.

• Assistance available for children with additional needs

A range of services are available to support children with a disability or developmental delay from birth to school entry and their families to use children’s services. Each children’s service will be able to provide you with information about the services you and your child may access. Further information is also available from:

• Maternal and Child Health Services- See Banyule Council’s website at: www.banyule.vic.gov.au or phone 9490 4222 for the contact details of Banyule centres or see the Local Government section in your phone directory for centres outside of Banyule.

• Early Childhood Intervention Services- There are at least two Early Intervention services based in Banyule: Kalparrin Early Intervention Centre (Greensborough) and Noah’s Ark Northern (Heidelberg Heights). For details regarding other services/ programs that support Banyule residents please call the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) – Specialist Children’s Services on 1800 783 78.

• Inclusion Support Services- Banyule City Council provides assistance to Commonwealth funded children’s services, e.g. In Home Care; Family Day Care; Long Day Care; Out of School Hours care and Vacation Care to support the inclusion of children with disabilities or developmental delays, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres

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Strait Islanders into their service. For further details about the program please visit Council’s website at: www.banyule.vic.gov.au or phone 9490 4222 and ask to speak with an Inclusion Support Facilitator (ISF). In addition to the above, there is also support available for children participating in a funded kindergarten program. Please contact Broadmeadows Uniting Care on 9351 3600 and ask to speak with the Preschool Field Officer or visit the website at: www.vicnet.net.au/~bacre

• Complaints/Grievances

If you have a concern about the health, safety or wellbeing of your/ a child you can refer to any of the following:

• Take it directly to the service or contact the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) regional office on (03) 9412 5333 and ask to speak to a Children’s Services Adviser.

• Concerns relating to In-Home Care and Family Day Care should be directed to each scheme/ resource unit.

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FUNDING OPTIONS

• Funding for childcare

The Commonwealth Government provides Childcare Benefit as well as Jobs Education and Training assistance and Adult Migrant Education Program subsidies to offset the cost of childcare for families using approved or registered care. Approved Care and Registered Care attract different rates of Childcare Benefit. The Family Assistance Office makes the payment and can supply you with the relevant information. You should also contact the Family Assistance Office if you wish to become a registered or approved carer. For further information please call 13 61 50 or visit their website at- www.familyassist.gov.au

• Kindergarten Fee Subsidy - Help with kindergarten for eligible families

In Victoria, the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) assists families to offset the cost of funded kindergarten through the provision of the kindergarten fee subsidy payment, which makes these programs free or almost free for Health Care Card Holders. It is paid directly to kindergarten services on behalf of eligible families. The kindergarten fee subsidy works to support eligible families by meeting the cost of 10 hours of kindergarten per week.

• Eligible Families will have one of these cards

• Health Care Card • Pensioner Concession Card • Temporary Protection/ humanitarian Visas 447, 451, 785, 786. Visas

have been extended to include: 200 – 217 and asylum seeker bridging visa holders A-F.

• Department of Veterans Affairs Gold Card • If you have triplets or quadruplets attending kindergarten in the same

year you are also eligible for the subsidy for each child.

Please note this subsidy also available to children of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, who have either of the cards above and are attending three year old kindergarten.

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• Occasional Care

Take A Break (TAB) Child Care Program Funding The Take a Break child care program provides funding in the form of a contribution made to a service to enable affordable short term care for families seeking respite for children aged six years.

Adult, Community and Further Education (ACFE) Child Care Program The Adult, Community and Further Education child care program provides funding towards child care so that parents or guardians are able to access vocational education and training through the Adult Community Education (ACE) sector, in venues such as neighbourhood houses, learning centres, community centres and community houses.

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IN HOME CARE

Approved in home care began in 2001 and operators of the scheme vary from family day care units to stand alone privately managed agencies. Some in home care providers are open 52

weeks a year, 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Typically, children are cared for in their own home. In home care is flexible

care for those whose working arrangements or family circumstances cannot fit around standard long day care operating hours. Such families may include those with shift workers, those

working non standard hours or parents with disabilities or illnessess. In home care may also be suited to those with multiple

births (more than 2) and children under school age.

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Kids In Home Care 12

Placement Solutions In Home Care 13

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KIDS IN HOME CARE

Contact Details Ph: 9489 3405

Email: [email protected]

Location 476 Queens Parade Clifton Hill 3068

Opening Hours 24 hours, 7 days per week

Licensed capacity N/A

Fees Dependent on family circumstances and government rebate.

Service information Kids In Home Care enables families to have their child care provided in their own home and receive a government rebate providing the family meets the criteria. Care can also be provided if families do not meet the criteria through our full fee paying nanny service.

In Home Care places are targeted to families who have no access to existing child care services, and/or their circumstances mean that an existing child care service cannot meet their needs, and where the family meets one or more of the following criteria:

• the child has, or lives with another child who has an illness or a disability;

• the child's guardian (or guardian's partner) has an illness or disability that affects their ability to care for the child;

• the child lives in a rural or remote area; • the work hours of the child's guardian (or guardian's partner) are hours

when no other approved child care service is available; • the child's guardian (or guardian's partner) is caring for three or more

children who have not yet started school.

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PLACEMENT SOLUTIONS

IN HOME CARE Contact Details Suite 103 to105

832 High Street Kew Ph: 1300 854 624 Mail: PO Box 5030 Alphington, 3078 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mothersdreamteam.com.au

Location Suite 104 High Street, Kew 3101

Opening Hours 8.30 am – 5.30 pm, Monday to Friday Care Provided 24/7

Licensed capacity 100 fulltime places

Fees Fees range from $18.50 to $42.65 –CCB & CCTR rebates apply Higher fees are for Night Nannies

Service information Inaugural government approved In-Home Care Service since 2001. An established Agency owner-operated by the same person since 1988. Member of national steering committee to develop national In-Home Care standards. Founding member of AANA & NICA. Totally committed to quality childcare in your home. We are the agency that only accepts experienced Nannies and Carers.

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FAMILY DAY CARE

Family Day Care provides flexible, small group care environment, offering quality educational experiences in the security and safety

of the Careproviders own home. Family day care is a well-established system of childcare which is governed by a set of

National Standards administered by the Commonwealth Government. Care is provided by accredited and insured

Careproviders to children aged 0-5 years and before/after school care is available for school aged children.

Service Name Page No. Bambini Child Care Services 15 Banyule City Council Family Daycare 16 Day to Day Family Daycare Services 17 Kids R Kids 18

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BAMBINI CHILD CARE SERVICES


Email: [email protected] Website: www.bambini.com.au

Location Head office: 20 Worthing Avenue Burwood East VIC 3151

Opening Hours Varies with each carer


Fees Varies with each carer

Groups N/A

Service Information We are an approved and accredited Family Day Care scheme. We also provide an approved In Home Care service. We have family day carers throughout the Banyule area. We currently have positions available for people wanting to be family day carers or nannies.

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BANYULE CITY COUNCIL FAMILY DAY CARE



Location 44 Turnham Avenue Rosanna 3084

Opening Hours Monday – Friday 8am-6pm (approx, can vary)


Fees Contact service

Groups N/A

Service Information Banyule City Council offers a flexible, small group care environment, offering qualified educational experiences in the security and safety of the Careproviders own home. Careproviders in this scheme are required to have completed a minimum certificate 3 qualification. All Careproviders and family members in the home hold a police check and a Working with Children Check. Depending on individual Careproviders, flexible care options can include: full-time, part time, casual, respite, emergency, shift work, 24 hour, public holidays, weekend, before/after school and school holiday care. Banyule City Council Family Day Care is an accredited and approved child care service and therefore eligible for the federal government funded Child Care Benefit (CCB) and the Child Care Tax rebate. The decision on eligibility for CCB resides with the Family Assistance Office. Contracted Careproviders are supported by a qualified and co-coordinated unit of staff (including a bi-lingual worker) who provide all carers with regular monthly support and resource visits.

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DAY TO DAY

FAMILY DAY CARE SERVICES Contact Details Ph: 9484 3071

Melways: 30F6 Email: [email protected]

Location Shop 1, 787 High Street, Thornbury 3071

Opening Hours N/A Licensed capacity N/A Fees Contact service

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KIDS R KIDS

FAMILY DAY CARE SERVICES Contact Details Ph: 9384 1889


Location 83 Holmes Street Brunswick 3056

Opening Hours 8.30 am – 6.30pm

Licensed capacity N/A Fees Contact service

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OCCASIONAL CARE

Occasional care services are provided in a range of settings including Neighbourhood Houses and Sports and Leisure facilities. Services provide flexible care arrangements for children 0-6 years for short periods of time. Please check with the individual service

for session days & times.

Service Name Page No. Banyule Nets Stadium Childcare Centre 21 Greenhills Neighbourhood Centre 22 Heidelberg Occasional Childcare 23 Ivanhoe Aquatic & Fitness Centre Occasional Care 24 Macleod YMCA Occasional Care 25 Montmorency Occasional Childcare 26 Rosanna Fire Station Community House Occasional Care 27 Watsonia Occasional Childcare 28

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BANYULE NETS STADIUM- CRECHE


Email: [email protected] Website: www.banyule.vc.gov.au

Location 2 Somers Avenue Macleod VIC 3085 Melways Ref: 20 B8

Opening Hours Crèche facilities operate on Monday mornings only and coincides with the Banyule Districts Netball Association Competition game times.

Licensed capacity 15 Fees Contact centre Groups N/A

Service information This Crèche facility is available to Netball participants only. Our qualified and professional staff are happy to take care for your child whilst you participate in the Netball Competitions and you will be satisfied knowing that your child is being offered a variety of development and age appropriate activities in a safe and family friendly environment. We encourage you to come and visit with us to discuss any queries that you may have and spend some time with your child in the room to settle them in.

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Fax: 9432 4304 Email: [email protected]

Location Community Drive, Greensborough 3088 Melways: 21 B1

Opening Hours Available Sessions Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 12.00 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm

Licensed capacity 14

Fees 1 child: $16.00 per session 2 children: $28.00 per session 3 children: $40.00 per session (booked on a school term basis)

Groups N/A

Service information Community managed and based childcare offering parents the opportunity for “time-out” to pursue child-free activities or appointments. Our experienced and friendly staff offer a variety of age appropriate activities in a safe and nurturing environment

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HEIDELBERG OCCASIONAL CHILDCARE Contact Details Ph: 9458 2962


Location 26 Leicester Street Heidelberg Heights 3081 Melways: 31 J2

Opening Hours Monday & Wednesday: 9.00am–2.00 pm Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 9.00am–12.00 pm; 1.00pm–4.00 pm


Fees Contact directly for details.

Groups Casual and permanent bookings available, all age sessions (6 months to six years) as well as 3 yrs + sessions.

Service information Heidelberg Occasional Care is open to any who wish to attend. We have a warm, caring and relaxed environment where the children’s individual needs are met. We take the time to get to know each child, how to help them settle comfortably into the routine of the centre and we plan for all age ranges and developmental stages, even an open age setting. For the 3 years+ group we spend individual time with the children, helping them to advance and be ready for kindergarten and school with fun and challenging activities.

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IVANHOE AQUATIC & FITNESS CENTRE OCCASIONAL CARE Contact Details Ph: 9490 7111 Customer Service

Ph: 9490 7119 Creche direct (during operating hours) Email: [email protected] Websites: www.iafc.vic.gov.au www.banyuule.vic.gov.au

Location 170 Waterdale Road, Ivanhoe 3079 Melways: 31 F6

Opening Hours Monday to Friday 9.00am- 12pm Creche Session 1: 9.00am-10.30am Creche Session 2: 10.30am-12.00pm Occasional Care: 9am-12.00pm

Licensed capacity 15 15 places are available in both sessions. 5 places are available in Occasional Care each day

Fees Contact Centre

Service information Our qualified and professional staff are happy to care for your child while you utilise the other areas of our centre, such as the gym, pool or group fitness class. Alternatively, you can book in for an Occasional Care session and enjoy the morning to yourself knowing that our friendly staff are offering a variety of development and age appropriate activities in a safe and friendly environment to your child. We encourage that you to come and visit with us to discuss any queries that you may have, and spend some time with your child in the room to settle them in.

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MACLEOD YMCA OCCASIONAL CARE

Contact Details Ph: 9459 9022 Email: [email protected]

Location 157 Wungan St, Macleod 3085 Melways: 20 A8

Opening Hours Monday Tuesday & Thursday 8:45am – 2:00pm Wednesday & Friday 8.45-1pm


Fees Please contact YMCA for schedule of fees as costs vary.

Groups N/A

Service information Enjoy peace of mind as your children are fully supervised in a registered child care service with qualified and experienced staff. Your children will enjoy a variety of developmentally appropriate activities and choices. Occasional Care is also available if you need to leave the Centre for work, shopping or simply taking some time out for yourself.

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MONTMORENCY OCCASIONAL CHILDCARE


Location Petrie Park,

Montmorency 3094 Melways: 21 D5

Opening Hours Wed and Friday 9am – 12pm (over 3’s only)


Fees Contact Service

Groups N/A

Service information Term bookings only, limited vacancies.

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ROSANNA FIRE STATION COMMUNITY HOUSE OCCASIONAL CARE



Location

232 Lower Plenty Road, Rosanna 3084 Melways: 20 B12

Opening Hours Mon, Wed, Fri 9.15am – 12.45pm Tue and Thursday 8.45am – 12.15 and 12.45pm – 4.15pm


Fees Full Fee: 1st child $7.30ph - $25.55 per session 2nd Child etc. $6.30ph - $22.05 per session Concession Fee: 1st child $6.30ph - $22.05 per session 2nd child etc. $5.30ph - $18.55 per session

Service Information We are a community facility offering a range of courses, groups and services to the Banyule and wider community. Our registered centre offers your children a welcoming a stimulating environment. An attractive outdoor play area is one of the features. Also offering a climate controlled environment (funding provided by Banyule and Watsonia RSL trust).

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WATSONIA OCCASIONAL CHILDCARE Contact Details Ph: 9434 2235


Location 58 Gabonia Avenue, Watsonia 3087 Melway: 20 E5

Opening Hours Monday – Friday, 9.00 am – 3.00 pm* (3 or 5 hour sessions available)

Places Available 21 per session

Fees $8.00 per 1 hour; annual membership of $100 or $30 per term also available.

Service information Watsonia Occasional Child Care allows parents of children aged between 2-5 years to take a break from everyday parenting duties to enjoy lunch with friends, go to the hairdressers, gym, the doctor, catch up on housework or just read a book. We provide quality affordable childcare in 3 hour or 5 hour sessions. Children learn to become more independent, learn social skills by mixing with other children and be cared for by experienced caring professionals.

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LONG DAY CARE

Long day care services provide full-time or part-time care for children 0-6 years. Services typically operate for up to 10 hours a day, five days a week for a minimum of 48 weeks per year (some

services may offer up to 52 weeks, excluding public holidays). Most long day care services also provide a funded kindergarten

program. Long day care services that offer a funded kindergarten program will display a certificate of accreditation from Department

of Education & Early Childhood Development (DEECD).

Service Name Page No. Abacus Childcare Centre 30 ABC Developmental Learning Centre- Bundoora 31 ABC Developmental Learning Centre- Heidelberg 32 ABC Developmental Learning Centre- Ivanhoe 33 ABC Developmental Learning Centre- Rosanna 34 Austin Child Care Centre 35 Cheeriokids Heidelberg 36 East Ivanhoe Early Learning Centre 37 Greensborough Early Learning Centre 38 Ivanhoe Children’s Community Cooperative 39 Joyce Avenue Children’s Centre 40 Mission Australia Early Learning Centre 41 Morobe Street Children’s Centre 42 Rainbow Children’s Centre 43 Rosanna Village Child Care Centre 44 Platypus Junction Montmorency 45 Skye Children’s Cooperative 46 St Faiths Childcare and Early Learning Centre 47 St Hellier Street Children’s Centre 48 Viewbank Childcare Centre 49 Waterdale Road Childcare Centre 50

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ABACUS CHILDCARE CENTRE Contact Details Ph: 9434 7933


Location

3-5 William Street Greensborough 3088 Melways: 20 G1

Opening Hours Monday - Friday 6.30am – 6.30 pm

Licensed Capacity 75

Fees $75 per day $325 per week

Service Information: We are a privately owned and operated 75 place centre, with four groups/ rooms, which include babies, toddlers, pre-kinder and a funded kindergarten program, with a qualified Early Childhood teacher. Easy access off Grimshaw Street, with easy parking.

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ABC DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING CENTRE- BUNDOORA Contact Details Ph: 9467 8500

Email: [email protected] Website: www.childcare.com.au/Bundoora

Location:

17 –19 Bendoran Cres, Bundoora 3083 Melways: 20 A3

Opening Hours Monday - Friday 6.30 am – 6.30 pm


Fees Contact Centre for fee schedule. Service Information: We have friendly and caring staff at our centre that come from a variety of diverse backgrounds. Our educational programs are developmentally appropriate for each age group & focus on each individual child achieving their developmental milestones and more. Every Wednesday morning we have the ‘Kinder Dance" music program. . Nutritious Meals & Nappies provided. Centre Director of over 9 years looks forward to hearing from you.

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ABC DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING CENTRE – HEIDELBERG

Contact Details Ph: 9455 2799 Email: [email protected] Website: www.childcare.com.au

Location:

28 Rosanna Road, Heidelberg 3084 Melways: 32 B4

Opening Hours Monday – Friday 7.30 am – 6.30 pm


Fees Please contact service for fee schedule.

Service Information: Please contact service.

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ABC DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING CENTRE- IVANHOE

Ph: 9499 8399 Email: [email protected] Website: www.childcare.com.au

Location 49 Marshall Street, Ivanhoe 3079 Melways: 31 F9



Fees Under 3 yrs: $84.20 per day, $371 per week Over 3 yrs: $83.70 per day, $368.50 per week

Service Information: We have friendly and caring staff at our centre and offer nutritious meals daily.

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ABC DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING CENTRE- ROSANNA Contact Details Ph: 9459 3051

Email: [email protected] Website: www.childcare.com.au

Location

93 – 97 Banyule Road, Rosanna 3084 Melways: 20 D12



Fees Under 3 yrs: $79.30 per day $346.5 per weekOver 3 yrs: $77.80 per day $336.50 per week

Service Information We offer long day care for babies through to children 6 years of age. Our centre offers age appropriate and individual learning experiences based on children’s development and interests.

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AUSTIN CHILD CARE CENTRE Contact Details Ph: 9456 5552

Email: [email protected] Website: www.austin.com.au

Location

Studley Road, Heidelberg 3084 Melways: 31 J5

Opening Hours Contact service Licensed Capacity Contact service Fees $76 per day

$335 per week Service Information

Work based child care for Austin Health Employees & staff based at Medical Centre who are paid by approved associate organisations such as Ludwig, ARI & NSRI are eligible to access centre. Austin Health employees will have priority of access.

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CHEERIOKIDS HEIDELBERG Contact Details Ph: 9457 4237

Fax: 9457 4237 Email: [email protected] Website: www.cheeriokids.com.au

Location 8 Sackville Street, Heidelberg Heights 3081 Melways: 31 G2

Opening Hours Monday to Friday 6.30 am – 6.00 pm


Fees Daily: $74.00 Weekly: $329.00 Half Day: $50.00 OSHC Booked session: $15.00 OSHC Casual session: $30.00

Groups See below.

Service Information Cheeriokids- Heidelberg is a small, family run, multicultural, compassionate Childcare Centre. We have three rooms including: Babies (10 places / 0 to 24months), Toddlers (10 places / 2 to 3years) and Kinder (20 places / 3 to 5years) rooms.

We also provide OSHC (Outside School Hours Care) also known as Before & After School Care.

We have mature, friendly and very experienced staff that are passionate about the care they are providing in our centre.

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EAST IVANHOE EARLY LEARNING CENTRE Contact Details Ph: 9499 7690


Location 71 Lower Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe 3079 Melways: 31 E9



Fees $79 daily $335 weekly

Service information Offer indoor/outdoor experiences which are structured & developmentally appropriate. All meals are cooked on the premises. We have music/ movement and introduction to singing sessions, through the “Hey Dee Ho” program. We also have Italian classes which run on Thursdays and visits from the local librarian. Our centre also has a fully qualified Kindergarten teacher.

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GREENSBOROUGH EARLY LEARNING CENTRE Contact Details Ph: 9435 3174


Location 9 Campbell Road, Briar Hill 3088 Melways: 21 C10

Licensed capacity Monday - Friday 6.30 am – 6.30 pm

Places Available 55

Fees $67 per day $280 per week

Service information We offer all meals throughout the day. We have a large playground, with large sandpit, our own vegetable patch and we also have pets such as rabbits and guinea pigs. Our centre offers a funded kindergarten program with a qualified Early Childhood teacher.

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IVANHOE CHILDREN’S COMMUNITY CO-OPERATIVE Contact Details Ph: 9497 1204

Email: [email protected] Website: www.ivanhoecoop.org

Location 58 Livingstone Street, Ivanhoe 3079 Melways: 31 D7

Opening Hours Monday to Friday 7.30 am – 6.00 pm 49 weeks of the year (Closed 3 weeks over Christmas)


Fees $75 per day

Groups 18 months – 3 yr old 3 – 4 yr old 4 – 5 yr kindergarten

Service information Ivanhoe Children’s Community Co-operative is a warm and caring environment, in which each individual feels safe, secure with a sense of belonging, whilst being valued as a unique and precious person. One of the Co-operative’s distinctive characteristics is that we offer a “family grouping” program. All age groups are combined to promote a supportive, family environment.

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JOYCE AVENUE CHILDREN’S CENTRE Contact Details Ph: 9434 6098

Email: [email protected] Website: www.banyule.vic.gov.au

Location 1 Joyce Avenue, Greensborough 3088 Melways:20 K1

Opening Hours Monday – Friday, 7.00 am to 6.15 pm


Fees $78.50 per day $325 per week

Service information Our centre is a small, community minded childcare centre which offers a funded kindergarten program with a qualified Early Childhood teacher. It offers care for a total of 34 children in three rooms: Babies, Toddler and Kindergarten. All staff are committed to providing a warm, nurturing and safe environment for all children and share an extensive range of skills and knowledge, several of whom are bi-lingual. We aim to make parents feel welcome and supported and confident that their children are receiving high quality childcare. We are an inclusive centre and welcome all children, including children with additional needs and diverse backgrounds. Our centre offers an inclusive program which is based on children’s strengths and interests. Banyule’s Early Childhood Services Philosophy Banyule Early Childhood Services are committed to professionalism and are advocates for children and families.

Our services are inclusive, recognising diversity within an environment where children, families and staff experience a sense of belonging. We believe that all children learn through play.

Our services will demonstrate a commitment to the sustainability of the environment.

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MISSION AUSTRALIA EARLY LEARNING CENTRE


Email: [email protected] Website: www.missionaustralia.com.au/early-learning-services/victoria/1289-lower-plenty

Location 412 Main Rd, Lower Plenty 3093 Melways: 21 F10



Fees Under 3 years: $68.50 per day Over 3 years: $71.50 per day 4 days 5% discount 5 days 10% discount Direct debit payment an additional 5% discount

Service Information We are a not-for-profit long day care centre with 6 rooms with ages ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years. We are a family orientated centre with a parent advisory committee and are fully accredited through the National Childcare Accreditation Council (NCAC). Our staff are experienced Childcare Professionals who each bring something special and unique to our team. Included in our fee's are all meals, nappies, bedding, sunscreen and each child recieves a sunat on enrolment. All food is cooked fresh daily on site by our fantastic cook and we also provide a 4 week rotating menu for the children. We offer high quality programs in all age groups which follow the Early Years Learning framework and our Kinder room offers an extensive school readiness program. We also have the He De Ho music and movement program on a Tuesday morning which is an extra $6.00 per child per class. We have a doctor who visits our centre on a Tuesday and a Friday who Bulk Bills families and a speech pathologist who works from the centre on a Thursday if families wish to utilise these services.

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MOROBE STREET CHILDREN’S CENTRE Contact Details Ph: 9459 8998


Location 229 Oriel Rd, Heidelberg West 3081 Melways: 19 F12



Fees $70.00 per day $312.00 per week

Service information Our staff are experienced childcare workers from a variety of cultural backgrounds and are responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate, challenging, fun and educational programs with an emphasis placed on children’s strengths and interests. Our centre also offers a funded kindergarten program run by a qualified Early Childhood teacher. We have 4 rooms including babies, toddlers, Pre-Kinder and Kindergarten. We are an inclusive centre supporting children from diverse backgrounds and children with additional needs. We offer a nutritionally balanced Halal menu prepared on the premises by a cook who caters to children’s dietary and cultural requirements. The centre is an accredited Eat Right Start Right centre which encourages children and families to embrace a healthy lifestyle. We are also working in partnership with the Children’s Protection Society (CPS) and have a family support worker visit our centre once a week to assist all families. Early Childhood Services Philosophy Banyule Early Childhood Services are committed to professionalism and are advocates for children and families.



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RAINBOW EARLY LEARNING CENTRE



Location

51-55 Greensborough Road, Macleod 3085 Melways: 20 D10



Fees Under 3 yrs old $71.00 per day $305.00 per week Over 3 yrs old $70.00 per day $300.00 per week.

Service Information Our centre offers a happy spacious environment and is a home away from home. All nappies, food and sunscreen included. Our meals are cooked fresh each day on site. School readiness program included.

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ROSANNA VILLAGE CHILD CARE CENTRE Contact Details Ph: 9457 2930


Location 32 Turnham Ave, Rosanna 3084 Melways: 32 A1



Fees Under 3 yrs: $79.50 per day $347.55 per week Over 3 yrs: $78 per day $347.55 per week

Service information We are a purpose built centre that offers long day care and a funded kindergarten program delivered by a qualified Early Childhood teacher. We are fully accredited through the National Childcare Accreditation Council (NCAC) and have a music program available once a fortnight at no additional cost to families

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PLATYPUS JUNCTION MONTMORENCY

Ph: 9435 1399 Email: [email protected]

Location 60-62 Sherbourne Road, Montmorency 3094 Melways: 21 D4


Licensed capacity

120

Fees $63 per day $270 weekly

Groups N/A

Service information Our service offers a funded kindergarten program with a qualified Early Childhood Teacher. We also offer long day care throughout the week.

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SKYE CHILDREN’S CO-OPERATIVE Contact Details Ph: 9435 2302


Location 9-11 Skye Street, Macleod 3085 Melways: 20 B6


Licensed capacity

42

Fees Daily: $67.00 Weekly: 297.00

Groups N/A

Service information

We are a non-for profit co-operative childcare centre.We divide the children into three groups, determined by age and individual development. A parent committee manages the centre and parents have a very real influence in the day to day operation. Our staff have been with us for many years. We offer a high quality program.The centre organises extra incursions for all age groups at no extra cost for the parents.

We also offer a funded kindergarten programme, delivered by a Qualified Early childhood teacher.

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ST FAITHS CHILDCARE AND EARLY LEARNING CENTRE Contact Details Ph: 9435 8496

Location

56 Mountain View Rd, Montmorency 3094 Melways: 21 D4



Fees $62per day $270 per week

Service Information We are a small, personalised centre and is owned and operated by a local family with 11 years experience in childcare. We have a large natural play area for children to explore. Care available: long day care, sessional kinder and occasional care all run by a qualified kindergarten teacher.

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ST HELLIER STREET CHILDREN’S CENTRE Contact Details Ph: 9459 5227


Location

95 St Hellier Street, Heidelberg Heights 3081 Melways: 31 F9



Fees $73.00 per day $302.50 per week

Service Information We are a community based long day care centre that also offers a funded kindergarten program run by a qualified Early Childhood teacher. Staff are experienced child care workers who share a diverse and wide variety of skills, talents and knowledge. The centre is grouped according to age into three rooms, the babies, pre-kinder and kindergarten room. Our centre is an inclusive centre and welcomes all children including children with additional needs and diverse backgrounds. All staff receive professional development throughout the year to ensure staff have access to the most up to date information and contemporary childcare philosophies. Early Childhood Services Philosophy Banyule Early Childhood Services are committed to professionalism and are advocates for children and families.



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VIEWBANK CHILDCARE CENTRE Contact Details Ph: 9432 8288

Email: [email protected] Website: www.viewbankchildcare.com.au

Location Postal Address

26-32 Bannockburn Road, Viewbank 3084 Melways: 20 G9 PO Box 616 Rosanna 3084


Licensed capacity

110

Fees $82 per day $350 weekly.

Service information Our centre offers a funded 4 year old pre-school program, a 3 year old kinder program and 4 family grouping rooms where children are grouped in mixed ages from 6 weeks to 5 years of age.

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WATERDALE CHILDCARE CENTRE Contact Details Ph: 9455 1075

Fax: 9455 1072 Email: [email protected]

Location

502 Waterdale Rd Heidelberg Heights VIC 3081 Melways: 19 G12

Opening Hours Monday - Friday 6.30 am – 6.30 pm We are open all year except public holidays.


Fees $65 per day

Service information We are a long day care centre operated and owned by a small friendly, caring family group. Our centre caters for a range of ages from 6 months to school age within multicultural setting. We also offer before and after school care to our parents and a drop off and pick up service to and from school with our own transport. Our centre offers all meals cooked daily on the premises with a 4 week rotating menu of a variety of foods. Our centre staff and owner are friendly and caring with experience and Early Childhood qualifications. Our centre also offers a funded kindergarten program with a qualified Early Childhood teacher.

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KINDERGARTEN

In Victoria four year old Kindergarten is subsidised by the State Government, for children in the year before they start school.

Kindergartens provide a developmentally appropriate program, planned and delivered by an early childhood teacher.

Each eligible child must be offered a minimum of 10 hours of funded kindergarten per week coinciding with Victorian school term dates.

Children who are eligible for a year of funded kindergarten are required to have turned four years of age by 30 April in the year they are to attend kindergarten, or have sought approval for a second year of

funded kindergarten. Some services also offer additional hours of care.

Banyule City Council manages the Central Enrolment program for all four year old Kindergarten places in the municipality. Please note that

some services may not operate up to their licence capacity, due to community or service needs, check with the service prior to enrolment.

Three Year old Kindergarten is run by a Qualified Early Childhood Teacher for children aged 3+ years of age, children are required to have

turned 3 years of age before they can commence (please check with your service’s policy for enrolment details). Three year old Kindergarten

is not funded by the State Government.

Service Name Page No. Service Name Page No. Apollo Parkways Preschool 53 Macleod Preschool 69 Audrey Brooks Preschool 54 Olympic Village Preschool 70 Briar Hill Preschool 55 Panorama Heights

Preschool 71

Bundoora Preschool 56 Rosanna Uniting Church Kindergarten

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Delta Road Preschool 57 Sherbourne Preschool 73 East Ivanhoe Preschool 58 St Andrews Uniting Church

Kindergarten 74

Fairy Hills Preschool 59 St Helena Preschool 75 Grace Park Preschool 60 Viewbank Preschool 76 Greenhills Preschool 61 Wahroonga Preschool 77 Greensborough Preschool 62 Warrawee Park Preschool 78 Heidelberg Preschool 63 Watsonia Preschool 79 Interlaken Preschool 64 Winston Hills Preschool 80 Ivanhoe Grammar Early Learning Centre

65 Watsonia North Preschool 81

Ivanhoe Girl’s Grammar Early Learning Centre

66 Yallambie Park Preschool 82

Ivanhoe Uniting Church Kindergarten

67 Yandell Kindergarten 83

Lower Plenty Preschool 68

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APOLLO PARKWAYS PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9435 8752

Email: [email protected]: [email protected] Website: www.apolloparkwayspreschool.com.au

Location 31 Plenty River Drive, Greensborough 3088 Mel ways: 10 K12

Opening Hours Monday – Friday 8.15 pm – 4.15 pm

Licensed capacity 30 Fees Per term:

3 year old: $235 (5 hours per week) 3 year old: $135 (2 ½ hours per week) 4 year old: $190 (11 hours per week)

Groups 2 x 3 year old groups 2 x 4 year old groups (11 hrs per week)

Service Information We offer programs that are child centred and related to children’s interests and level of development. We have experienced and qualified Early Childhood teachers running both the 3 year old and 4 year old kindergarten programs. Parental involvement is encouraged and welcome. Our kindergarten is well equipped and set in a natural treed setting. Our playground has recently been redeveloped, creating a great play space for children. Prospective families are welcome to contact us for more information and/or to arrange a visit.

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AUDREY BROOKS PRESCHOOL

Contact Details Ph: 9459 1931 Email: [email protected] Website: www.banyule.vic.gov.au

Location 347 Bell Street, Heidelberg West 3081 Melways: 31 E3

Opening Hours Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

Licensed capacity 28 Fees No charge for those families who have a current

Health Care Card.

Per term: $118.00 for those families who are entitled to Family Assistance $196.00 for full fee paying families

Groups 4 year old Blue group Wednesday and Friday 9:00am – 3:00p Yellow group: Tuesday and Friday, 9:00am– 3:00pm

Service information Our service offers a fully funded play based kindergarten program with a qualified Early Childhood teacher. Our centre promotes children’s strengths and interests and the development of respective and positive relationships with peers, families, staff and the wider community. Our kindergarten is situated within a diverse community of West Heidelberg. We are an inclusive centre supporting children and families from diverse backgrounds and children with additional needs. We aim for children to have a positive sense of identity, belonging and to develop an enjoyment of learning within a safe environment. We believe staff‘s role is crucial to assist children’s learning and growth and in supporting families. Our staff are committed to providing children with challenges to extend their thinking and learning through supportive, caring and respectful relationships. All staff have qualifications in early childhood and several speak community languages. We also run a breakfast program each morning. Banyule’s Early Childhood Services Philosophy Banyule Early Childhood Services are committed to professionalism and are advocates for children and families. Our services are inclusive, recognising diversity within an environment where children, families and staff experience a sense of belonging. We believe that all children learn through play.


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BRIAR HILL PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9435 2734

Email: [email protected] Website: http://home.vicnet.au/~briarhps

Location 118 Karingal Drive, Briar Hill 3088 Melways: 21 E2

Opening Hours Monday – Friday 8.30am – 3.45 pm


Fees Per term: 3 year old: $240 (2 sessions) $155 (1 session) 4 year old: $195

Groups 4 year old 3 year old (2 sessions) 3 year old (1 session)

Service Information At Briar Hill our programs operate within a spacious, safe and happy environment. We are a well equipped and maintained kindergarten, with a large outdoor play area surrounded by natural parklands, and a unique open indoor area with plenty of natural light. Our experienced staff have Early Childhood qualifications and offer quality, varied, stimulating and exciting programs that provide a valuable stepping stone to school. We are always open to visitors.

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BUNDOORA PRE-SCHOOL

Contact Details Ph/Fax: 9467 5343


Location 20 Noorong Avenue, Bundoora 3083 Melways: 19 2K


Licensed Capacity 30 per group Fees Per term:

3 year old: $240 (2 sessions per week) $140 (1 session per week) 4 year old: $195 (2 sessions per week) (include excursions/incursions)

Groups 3 year old Bilby Group: Monday 9.00am-11.30am & Wednesday 1.30am-4.00pm Joey Group: Thursday 9.00am- 11.30am & Friday 1.30pm- 4.00pm 4 year old Possum Group: Monday 12.30pm- 4.00pm, Tuesday 8.45am -11.45am & Thursday 12.30-4.00pm Koala Group: Tuesday 1.00pm- 4.00pm , Wednesday 8.45am-12.15pm & Friday 8.45am-12.15am

Service Information Bundoora Preschool offers a play based program planned and delivered by highly trained and experienced staff. Emphasis is placed on providing a program which challenges children’s thinking and problem solving to help them develop into individuals who can live in harmony with their peers, feel confident to try new ventures and demonstrate resilience to cope with problematic situations. The program aims to develop each child to their potential and provides for learning in the social, emotional, cognitive, communication, physical, moral and aesthetic domains. Our kindergarten promotes environmental learning and encourages children to be responsible for each other and for the physical environment. Emphasis is placed on providing an inclusive environment which incorporates the diversity each child and family brings. Childhood is a precious time and we aim for each child to experience it with a feeling of security and happiness.

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DELTA ROAD PRESCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9434 1113


Location

15 Delta Rd, Watsonia 3087 Melways: 20 G5

Opening Hours Monday -9.00am – 12.30pm Tuesday-Thursday- 9.00am-3.45 pm Closed Friday


Fees 3 year old: $15 per session 4 year old: $160 per term

Groups 3 year old & 4 year old groups

Service Information Our program is tailored to meet the needs of each child with emphasis on social and communication skills, confidence and self esteem, independence and school readiness. Four year old programs run in the morning and the three year old program runs in the afternoon. For small sessional fee four year olds have the option of staying for a full day, joining in with the three year old program or can stay for four mornings a week. Limited vacancies available.

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EAST IVANHOE PRESCHOOL


Email: [email protected] Website: www.ecms.org.au/eastivanhoe

Location 1 King Street East Ivanhoe 3079 Melways: 31 K8


Fees

Contact Service


Groups 3 year old Yellow Group Tuesday 8.45 am – 11.30 am & Friday 1.15 pm – 4.00 pm Green Group Monday 1.15 pm – 4.00 pm & Thursday 1.15 pm – 4.00 pm 4 year old Blue Group Monday 8.45 – 12.15 pm, Wednesday 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm & Thursday 8.45 am – 12.15 pm Red Group Tuesday 12.30 pm – 4.00 pm & Wednesday 8.45 am – 11.45 am

Service information East Ivanhoe Preschool is a not for profit community managed service, providing sessional 3 and 4 year-old kindergarten to children in the local community.

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FAIRY HILLS PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9499 5429

Email: [email protected] Website: www.ecms.org.au/fairyhills

Location 7 Thyer Rd, Ivanhoe East 3079 Melways: 31 D7



Fees Annually: 3 year old $960 4 year old $760

Groups 3 and 4 year old

Service Information We are proud of our rich history that enables us to blossom into the magical kindergarten we are today. From our cosy well equipped indoor environment to our large enchanted gardens, Fairy Hills Kindergarten is a truly stimulating place for preschool children to learn and play. Kindergarten is a very important year for children as it is the beginning of your child’s formal education. “Play” is the main focus as this is the way children learn. The kindergarten is set up to develop all facets of a child’s development.

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GRACE PARK PRE-SCHOOL Red Group - Wednesday (instead of 8.45 it should be 8.30 - 12.00) Contact Details Ph: 9435 6179


Location 179 Nepean Street, Greensborough 3088 Melways: 20 J4

Opening Hours Monday –Friday 8:15am-4:00pm

Licensed capacity 27 Fees Contact Service

Groups 3 year old groups

Green Group Monday 8.30am - 11.00am 2nd, 3rd and 4th terms Yellow Group Tuesday and Thursday 8.30am - 11.00am 2nd, 3rd and 4th terms 4 Year old Groups Red Group Tuesday 12.45am - 4.00pm Wednesday 8.30am- 12.00pm Thursday 12.45am - 4.00pm Blue Group Monday 12.30am - 4.00 pm Wednesday 1pm – 4pm Friday 9.15am - 12.45pm **See Centre for 1st Term settling in times

Service information Our Service provides experienced, enthusiastic and caring teachers and assistants. We have a supportive committee and we pride ourselves on being a community focused preschool. One of the four year old groups is a partnership group with Kalparrin Early Intervention Centre which is designed for children with a ratio of 6 children with additional needs and10 children with typical abilities as role models. This group is run by two teachers and 1 program assistant. We have a very new playground that has been designed and built for children of all abilities and provides opportunities for physical development and social play. We also have the advantage of an Environmental playground which provides children with the opportunity to explore their world and have hands on experience learning about how to care and appreciate the environment.

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GREENHILLS PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9434 3379


Location Community Drive, Greensborough 3088 Melways: 21 B1

Opening Hours Monday to Wednesday 8.30am – 4.00 pm


Fees Per term: 3 year old: $240 4 year old: $210

Groups 3 year old groups 1x 5hrs 1x 3hrs 4 year old groups 2 groups, 11 hours per week each group

Service information Our service provides a nurturing, stimulating environment where children develop and learn at their own rate. Our program offers a play based curriculum which focuses on the needs of each individual child. Our centre is community based and has fantastic support from our kinder families. Our kindergarten is situated in a beautiful setting behind Yandell Reserve. We welcome families to come and look at our wonderful centre and to meet our qualified and experienced staff.

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GREENSBOROUGH PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9434 4645

Email:[email protected]

Location 17-19 Ester Street, Greensborough 3088 Melways: 20 H2

Opening Hours Monday to Friday 8.45am – 3:45 pm


Fees 3 year olds: $280 per term 4 year olds $220 per term

Groups 3 year old Red Group Monday 1.45pm-3.45pm Friday 8.45am-11.45pm Green Group Tuesday 1.45pm-3.45pm Friday 12.45-3.45pm 4 year old Seal Group Monday 8.30am-1.00pm Wednesday 8.30am-12.00pm Thursday 12.45pm- 3.45pm Dolphin Group Tuesday 8.30am-1.00pm Wednesday 12.45pm-3.45pm Thursday 8.30am-12.00pm

Service information Greensborough Preschool offers a unique program developed with the individual children’s needs in mind. We offer two groups for 4 year old children and two groups for 3 year old children. We are lucky to have a great team of staff and an extensive and beautiful environment for the children to enjoy. All prospective families are welcome to meet the staff and have a look for yourself.

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HEIDELBERG PRE SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9457 2492

Fax: 9457 3946 Email: [email protected] Website: [email protected]

Location Orient Place, Heidelberg 3084 Melways: 31 K4

Opening Hours Monday – Friday 8.40am – 4.30pm


Fees Per term: 3-4 yr old Red Group $280 4-5 yr old Blue Group $310 4-5 yr old Yellow Group $210

Groups 3-4 yr old Red Group 2 sessions p/w (total 6hrs) 4-5 yr old Blue Group 2 days p/w (12.5 hrs total) 4-5 yr old Yellow Group 1.5 days p/w (10hr total)

Service information Our educational programs are play based and strongly influenced by The Reggio Emilia Approach to Early Childhood and Education. We embrace each child’s unique inspirations through play based learning and to explore, inquire, create and have fun. We harness the strengths in our strong community and our expansive surrounds to support the journey of discovery for lasting memories.

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INTERLAKEN PRESCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9458 1148

Email: [email protected] Website: www.ecms.org.au/interlaken

Location 19 Interlaken Parade, Rosanna 3084 Melways: 20 C11

Opening Hours Mon & Wed- 9:00am – 4:00pm Tue, Thu & Fri- 9:00am-2:30pm


Fees Per term: 4 year old: $228 (Green group 11 hours) $218 (Yellow group 10 hours) 3 year old: $295 (Blue group 5 hours)

Groups 4 year old Green group Monday: 9.15am – 12.15 pm Wednesday:1pm – 4pm Friday: 9.15 – 2.15 pm Yellow group Tuesday: 9.15am-2.15pm Thursday: 9.15am-2.15pm 3 year old: Blue group Monday 1.15pm – 3.45 pm, Wednesday 9.15am – 11.45 am

Service Information We aim to provide a happy, safe and stimulating learning environment and encourage parent participation both in the children’s programs and in the kindergarten. We offer a play based curriculum, formulated around the developmental needs and interests of the children. Activities and subjects covered in the programs include pre literacy, pre numeracy, art, science, music, motor skill development, through to guided social play and unstructured play time. The programs are further enhanced by excursions and visitors who present topics of interest or entertainment to the children.

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IVANHOE GRAMMAR EARLY LEARNING CENTRE Contact Details Ph: 9490 3426

Email: [email protected] Website: www.igsvic.edu.au

Location The Ridgeway, Ivanhoe 3079 PO Box 91, Ivanhoe 3079 Melways: 31 F9

Opening Hours Monday to Friday 9am – 3pm After hours care program operates until 6pm


Fees $4296 - $10,566 pa (depending on year level and no of days attended).

Groups 3 and 4 year old

Service information The Ivanhoe Grammar School Early Learning Centre provides a supportive and welcoming environment, with bright rooms, an outdoor play area and dedicated teachers. Being situated in a separate facility within the Buckley House Campus means our ELC children have access to music, physical education, Japanese and library facilities as well as special support services. We welcome enrolments of three and four year olds. For three year olds there is a program of three mornings a week or three full days. As the children move into the four year old group, there is the option of three or four full days.

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IVANHOE GIRL’S GRAMMAR EARLY LEARNING CENTRE

Contact Details Ph: 9490 6222 Email: [email protected] Website: www.ivanhoegirls.vic.edu.au

Location 18 Noel Street, Ivanhoe 3079 Melways: 31 F7

Opening Hours Contact service



Groups Contact service

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IVANHOE UNITING CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Contact Details Ph: 9499 5797


Location 15 Seddon Street, Ivanhoe 3079 Melways: 31 F8

Opening Hours Monday – Friday, 8.15 – 5.00 pm


Fees Per Term: 4 year old group $180 3 year old group $240 Healthcare care holder $57.50

Groups 3 year old Wednesday:8.45 – 10.45 am Friday: 1.45 – 3.45 pm 4 year old Blue group Monday: 8.45 – 11.45 am Tuesday: 9.15 – 2.15 pm Wednesday: 12.00 – 4.00 pm Green group Monday:12.45 – 3.45 pm Thursday: 9.15 – 2.15 pm Friday: 8.45 – 12.45 pm

Service information Our kindergarten has qualified Early Childhood teachers delivering our programs.

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LOWER PLENTY PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9434 6490


Location 1 Para Road, Lower Plenty 3093 Melways: 21 F10

Opening Hours Tuesday to Thursday 9.00am – 3.45 pm


Fees Per term: 3 year old: $320 4 year old: $230 3-5 Occasional Care: $30 per session Plus maintenance levy $100 (refundable)

Groups 3 year old Tuesday: 9.00am-11.30 am Thursday: 12.45 pm– 3.15 pm 4 year old Tuesday: 12.15 - 3.45 pm Wednesday: 9.00 - 12.30 pm Thursday: 9.00 – 12.00 pm Occasional Care Group Fridays 9am-1pm or 9am-3pm

Service Information Lower Plenty Kindergarten has an outstanding playground and indoor play environment. The program is “play based”, attentive to the development and needs of all children with an emphasis on children’s social and emotional development.

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MACLEOD PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9457 6284

Email: [email protected] Website: www.ecms.org.au/macleod

Location Birdwood Avenue, Macleod 3085 Melways: 20 B8



Fees Per term: 3 year old: $260 per term (plus $20 resource levy) per term.4 year old: $170 per term (plus $20 resource levy) per term.

Groups 3 year old Group A Monday: 9.00am-11.30am Thursday: 9.00am- 11.30am Group B Tuesday:9.00am-11.30am Thursday:12.30pm-3.00pm 4 year old Group A Monday:12.30pm-4.15pm Wednesday: 9.00am-3.15pm Group B Tuesday:12.30am-4.15pm Friday:9.30am-3.15pm

Service information Our kindergarten operates two 4 year old groups and two 3 year old groups during the week. Each group is run by a qualified Early Childhood teacher.

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OLYMPIC VILLAGE PRESCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9459 9195


Location 29 Alamein Rd, Heidelberg West 3081 Melways: 19 E11

Opening Hours Monday to Thursday 9.00 am – 3:00 pm

Licensed capacity 29 Fees No charge for those families who have a current

Health Care Card

$118.00 for those families who are entitled to Family Assistance

$196.00 for full fee paying families Groups 4 year old only:

Green Group:Mon & Wed, 9am – 3pm Red Group: Tues & Thurs, 9am – 3pm

Service information Olympic Village Preschool offers sessional kindergarten programs for 4 year old children, implemented by qualified Early Childhood teachers. Our kindergarten is situated in the heart of Olympic Village providing children with the opportunity to be part of the community and to celebrate it’s diversity.

Our philosophy focuses on the social and emotional well-being as well as the development of each child and the importance of all families.

Banyule’s Early Childhood Services Philosophy Banyule Early Childhood Services are committed to professionalism and are advocates for children and families.

Our services are inclusive, recognising diversity within an environment where children, families and staff experience a sense of belonging. We believe that all children learn through play.Our services will demonstrate a commitment to the sustainability of the environment.

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PANORAMA HEIGHTS PRE-SCHOOL Contact Detail Ph: 9439 7014


Location 3 Mitchell Avenue, Montmorency 3094 Melways: 21 E8



Fees Per term: 3 yr old $170 (1 session p/w) 3yr old $275 (2 sessions p/w) 4 y old $215 4 yr old extended session $145.

Service information Panorama Heights offers a play based preschool program for both 4 year old and 3 year old children. We also offer an “extended session” which allows each four year old group to attend for one long day each week. We have a magnificent shaded playground, dedicated experienced staff and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for all families. We have introduced “learning stories” to our centre as a method of programming that allows children and families to be more involved in the children’s learning. Learning experiences are each day in individual journals and this record of their learning experience is used to plan for further learning.

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ROSANNA UNITING CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Contact Details Ph: 9458 1060


Location 23 Bellevue Avenue, Rosanna 3084 Melways: 19 K12



Fees Per term: 4 year-old: $230 3 year-old: $300 (2 sessions p/w) or $170 (1 session p/w)

Groups 3 Year-Old Group Monday 1.15pm - 3.45pm Wednesday 8.45pm - 11.15am 4 Year-Old Green Group Tuesday/Thursday 9.00am - 1.45pm Friday 1.15 - 3.45pm 4 Year-Old Yellow Group Monday/Friday 8.30am - 12.30pm Wednesday 12.00pm - 4.00pm

Service Information

Rosanna Uniting Church Kindergarten is a traditional kindergarten with deep roots in the heart of Rosanna. Our philosophies are based on each individual child's needs and interests, using a strength-based approach. A play-based program with an emphasis on developing confidence, curiousity, self-esteem, emotional resilience and communication skills provides an excellent start for your child's lifelong love of learning before they start primary school.

We believe learning should be fun and each child is given the opportunity to learn through play and imagination. Learning Journals and Portfolios are used to document everyday experiences and to demonstrate your child's developmental growth during their Kindergarten year.

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SHERBOURNE PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9439 2992


Location 156 Sherbourne Road, Montmorency 3094 Melways: 21 F4


Licensed capacity

30

Fees Per Term: 4 year old $185 per term 3 year old $210 per term

Groups 3 year old: 5 hours per week x 2 sessions 4 year old: 12 hours per week x 2 or 3 sessions

Service information Sherbourne Preschool provides a progressive, high quality learning environment for early childhood education. Our program creates a positive supportive environment focusing on the development of the whole child. Activities are planned to promote learning in all developmental domains; social, emotional, cognitive, language and physical. Our program is play based and interest based and delivered by Qualifies early Childhood teachers. Play is considered to be one of the most important ways a child can learn about their world.

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ST ANDREWS UNITING CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Contact Details Ph: 9435 6946


Location Cnr Mountain View and Rattray Rds, Montmorency Melways: 21 D6

Opening Hours Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 3:45 pm


Fees Per term: 3 year group $300.00 per term 4 year group $250 per term

Service information At St Andrews we provide a play based curriculum where the program reflects children’s needs, interests and strengths so that they are actively involved in their own learning. The program’s provides children with opportunities to learn about themselves, other people and the world around them. We providea secure and caring environment whereby children begin to develop friendships with his/her own age group and be encouraged to explore and experiment with a range of different materials. Our service offers a funded kindergarten program with a qualified Early Childhood teacher. Occasional care is provided on Wednesday and Thursday, for an additional 2hours and 15 min hrs per session at $20 per session.

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ST HELENA PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9438 4140

Email: [email protected] Website: www.sthelenapreschool.com.au

Location 22 – 28 Wallowa Road, Eltham North 3095 Melways: 11 G9

Opening Hours Monday, Tuesday & Friday 8:30am- 4:00pm Wednesday & Thursday 8.30- 3.00pm

Licensed capacity 50 4 year olds 21 3 year olds

Fees Per term: 3 year old: $240 4 year old: $210

Groups 3 year old Possums Monday 9.30am-11.30am Friday 12.30pm-3.00pm 4 year old Koalas Monday 12.15pm-3.15pm Wednesday 9.00am- 2.00pm Friday 8.30am- 11.30am Kangaroos Tuesday 9.00am-2.30pm Thursday 9.00am-2.30pm

Service information We offer a reggio inspired program for all children. We have an exciting outdoor environment and a stimulation and inquisitive based indoor program. All staff are dedicated and committed to Preschool education.

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COME AND SEE US IN ACTION

VIEWBANK PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9459 2627

Email: [email protected] Website: http://home.vicnet.net.au/~viewbank/

Location

Cnr Lyon Road and Duff Parade, Viewbank 3084 Melways: 20 E11

Opening Hours Monday,Tuesday &Thursday 8.30am-4.30pm Wednesday & Friday 8.30am-2.30pm

Licences Capacity 27

Fees Per Term: 3/4 year old group, 1 session p/w $170 3 year old group, 2 sessions per week : $265 4 year old group, 10 hrs p/w $180 Health Care Card holder- no charge

Groups Contact service Service information Come and see us in action. Our centre offers a funded play based program for 4-5 year old children with a qualified Early years teacher. We also offer a parent funded play based preschool program for 3-4 year old children with a qualified Early years teacher. Our programs offer an integrated curriculum and our focus for children is on developing a positive self esteem, creativity, confidence, and cooperation skills. We believe these are necessary for harmonious group learning and living. We offer a play based curriculum rich in experience’s, designed to build on a child’s strengths and also encourage children to further develop their skills. We promote and value positive relationships between staff and children, children and their peers and staff and families. We promote an enjoyment of learning in a safe and appealing indoor and outdoor environment for children. All staff have qualifications and experience in Early Childhood Education. We invite you to come see us in action!

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WAHROONGA PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9434 6089

Email: [email protected] Website: http://home.vicnet.net.au/~wahroonga

Location 66 Wahroonga Cres, St Helena Melways: 11 D11



Fees Per term: 4 year old:$250 3 year old $300

Groups 3 year old Gold group Wednesday 2.00pm- 4.30 pm Friday 8.45am-11.45 am Sapphire group Thursday: 2.30pm- 4.30 pm Friday: 30pm-4.30pm 4 year old Ruby group Monday:8.45am– 12.00 pm Tuesday:12.45pm – 4.30 pm Wednesday: 8.45am-1.45 pm Emerald group Monday: 12.45pm – 4.30 pm Tuesday: 8.45am – 12.00 pm Thursday: 8.45am– 1.45 pm

Service Information Our kindergarten is set in a lovely quiet court, with an extensive natural playground and a play-based program supported by well resourced staff.

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WARRAWEE PARK PRESCHOOL



Location 10 The Rameo, Bundoora 3083 Melways: 11 D11


Licensed capacity Contact service


Groups 2 x 3 year old groups 2 x 4 year old groups

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WATSONIA PRESCHOOL

Contact Details Ph: 9434 4767 Email: [email protected]

Location 19 Crellin Crescent, Watsonia 3087 Melways: 20 E3


Places Available 4 year old: 28 3 year old: 22

Fees Per term: 3 year old group:$115 per term 4 year old group: $240 per term These costs include the provision of fruit at each session.

Groups 4 year old Group 1 Mon 9:00am-3:00pm Wed 8:30pm-11:30pm Thu 12-3pm Group 2 Tue 9:00am-3:00pm Wed 12 – 3pm Thurs 8:30-11:30am 3 year old Fri 9:15am-11:15am

Service information Watsonia Preschool is run by qualified and highly motivated staff, situated in a quiet area with no roads abutting. Our building is light filled and our outdoor area is spacious and open. Each session offers indoor and outdoor activities and fruit is also provided. We offer physical motor programs designed to suit the needs of all children, their interests and abilities, individually and within small and large groups. Evening sessions are provided for fathers/ grandfathers, mothers/grandmothers and older siblings. Parent information sessions are held each term.

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WATSONIA NORTH PRESCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9434 1998


Location 68 Macorna Street, Watsonia 3087 Melways: 10 E12

Opening Hours Monday to Thursday 8.00 am – 5.00 pm

Places Available 28

Fees Contact Service

Groups 3 year old Monday: 8.45am -11.15am Wednesday: 8.45am – 11.15am 4 year old Monday (ABC group):12.20pm – 4pm Tuesday (DAB group) 8.45am – 12.25pm Wednesday (CDA group):12.20pm -4pm Thursday (BCD): 8.45am -12.25pm

Service information Watsonia North Preschool offers 11 hours of preschool a week for the four year old group. Our three year old program provides 5 hours a week. Within our program we offer a wide range of activities to encourage development, curiosity and exploration. Including multicultural activities, music, dance, incursions/excursions and a colourful playground/outdoor area which children enjoy playing in.

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WINSTON HILLS PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9459 7593


Location 24 Rohan Street, Viewbank 3084 Melways: 20 F12


Places Available 52

Fees Per Term: 4 year old group $210 (plus $50 refundable levy) 3 year old group $265 (plus $50 refundable levy)

Groups 3 year old Koala Group Wednesday 9-11.30 Friday 1.30-4.00 Possum Group Monday 1.30- 4.00 Thursday 1.30- 4.00

4 year old Wallaby Group Monday 8.45-12 45 Tuesday 1.15-4.00 Wednesday 8.45-12.45 Wombat Group Tuesday 8.45-11.45 Wednesday 12.15- 4.00 Friday 8.45-12.45

Service information Winston Hills Preschool has been part of the Viewbank community since 1976. We are nestled in parkland overlooking the Winston Hills Estate and offer a spacious, natural environment. We are well equipped and aim to provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere to children and their families. At Winston Hills, we aim to provide a quality educational program suited to each child’s individual needs and interests.

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YALLAMBIE PARK PRE-SCHOOL Contact Details Ph: 9435 9472

Email: [email protected] Website: www.ecms.org.au/yallambie

Location Cnr Yallambie Rd & Binowee Ave, Yallambie Melways: 20 J8



Fees Per Term: 3 year old: $254 4 year old: $202

Groups 3 year old Red Group Wednesday: 12.15pm -2.45pm Friday: 8.45am-11.15am Blue Group Wednesday: 8.45am-11.15am Friday: 12.15pm-2.45pm 4 year old Orange group Monday: 12.45pm-4.00pm Tuesday: 8.30am- 12.15pm Thursday: 1.00pm- 4.00pm Purple group Monday: 8.30am-12.00pm Tuesday: 1.00pm- 4.00pm Thursday: 8.30am-12.00pm

Service Information Yallambie park Preschool provides a high quality kindergarten program for children aged 3 years to school commencement age. The inclusive program offered features indoor and outdoor programs and from time to time incursions and excursions as relevant to each program. The 3 year old program is offered as 2X 2.5 hour sessions per week, whilst the 4 year old program is offered as 3 sessions per week varying between 3 and 3.45 hour sessions. Timetables are set in the year prior to attendance.

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YANDELL KINDERGARTEN

Contact Details Ph: 9435 9472 Email: [email protected] Website: www.steiner-australia.org.vic.yandell

Location Community Drive, Greensborough Melways: 20 J8




Documents

Banyule Childcare and Kindergarten Directory 2010[3]