By having these high and exceeding standards that promote our beliefs and values, we are able to continue to practice what we always do and allow the children to thrive. Our Glacier Room recognises the importance of preparing children for the next stage in their learning journey by providing meaningful and enriching learning environments. Our staff hold high expectations for your child’s learning, believing all children are competent and capable individuals who can overcome challenges and reach new heights to prepare them for 3-year-old Kinder. As your child enters a new stage of development, our Windmill Room educators cater to their social, emotional, and physical wellbeing by providing a program based on your child’s interests and abilities. We believe children can reach all developmental goals with the right support and encouragement. Our approach to early childhood education, high-quality programs and services, as well as our operational policies and procedures is consistent across all G8 brands.
Since 1980, Oz Education Early Learning Centres has been proudly family-owned, delivering high-quality childcare and early education for children aged 0–5 across Australia. As one of the country’s longest-standing providers, we have grown with purpose-prioritising quality over rapid expansion to ensure every child receives the best possible start in life. Our childcare centres in Melbourne offer high-quality, Government-approved Kindergarten programs delivered by Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers, with access to flexible hours, Child Care Subsidy benefits, meals and more. Your child could also be eligible for up to 15 hours per week at early learning greensborough no cost, thanks to the Victorian Government’s “Free Kinder” Program.
Our Safari Room educators aim to provide a loving and caring environment where all children and families feel safe and supported. While ensuring all children's needs are met, they provide a stimulating program where babies learn and grow through play in their early years. We offer a full early learning curriculum that includes STEM, literacy, numeracy, creative arts, sensory play, physical development and school readiness. Children also enjoy enrichment programs like dance, cooking, gardening, and multisports.
Your child will need a backpack or bag, a refillable water bottle, a change of clothes, a wide-brim sun hat and their favourite toy, which can help them settle in. For kindergarten your child will need morning tea and lunch (dependent on the length of the program day). Little Environeers is operated by Little Environeers Pty Ltd, which contributes insignificant to the total available child care capacity in Victoria. Oz Education centres in Victoria are approved for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and participate in the Victorian Government’s Free Kinder initiative.
We have strict procedures in place to manage allergies and prevent cross-contamination. In our nurturing setting, children learn and grow, fostering their independence and self-confidence. At Mayfield Early Learning Centre Clyde North, we're dedicated to empowering your child to reach their full potential while providing a safe, inclusive, and loving space where they can thrive. Our centre provides freshly prepared meals and snacks daily, created to support healthy growth and wellbeing. Menus are balanced, nutritious, and designed to introduce children to a variety of flavours and foods. Families are warmly encouraged to book a tour to meet our caring educators, and see firsthand why Oz Education is a trusted choice for childcare.
Through play-based activities, they discover the world around them, laying the groundwork for lifelong learning. Our Koala Program supports toddlers as they grow in confidence, independence and curiosity. Through play-based learning, social interaction and structured routines, children begin to explore the world around them while developing early friendships and communication skills. Our Platypus Program provides a nurturing environment where babies feel safe, secure and supported. Through gentle routines and meaningful interactions, our educators build strong bonds that support development, communication and emotional wellbeing. At our Melbourne childcare centres, seasonal, delicious and nutritious meals are freshly made daily.
Our carefully designed rooms are equipped with stimulating materials and resources tailored to each age group, creating an environment where children can thrive and explore. At Oz Education Early Learning Centres, we’re proud to partner with families to create a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for every child. From early education to teen development, the Y offers programs for children to learn, grown and thrive. G8 Education owns 21 well-respected and recognised early education brands across Australia. Together, we are one team of 9,500 dedicated, passionate and supportive team members and experienced educators committed to empowering children and helping them develop and grow. Educators promote self-help skills, expanded vocabulary, problem-solving, and emotional regulation through imaginative play, sensory activities, and physical movement.
They will ask you for information from your doctor about how much your child takes and how often. They will set up a new plan to support you, including any necessary training. Little Environeers provides centre-based care for up to 92 approved spaces. It is an inclusive centre and we are so grateful to be part of their community.
We offer high-quality, age-appropriate early learning programs that support your child’s development from infancy through to Preschool or Kindergarten. Each program is designed to nurture your child’s social, emotional, physical and cognitive development in a safe, caring and play-based environment. Through play, exploration and meaningful interactions, children experience joy and curiosity while developing essential skills. Families searching for childcare choose Oz Education because we foster happiness and confidence through nurturing, play-based learning.
We cannot fund all of the infrastructure and programs our community needs on our own. We advocate across all levels of government to secure the funding and influence the policies our community needs to thrive. We will be tracking any election commitments that specifically relate to Banyule and align with our priorities.
Programs include creative curriculum, STEAM, literacy and arts, sensory play, age-appropriate activities including swimming, and sports, gross motor skills space, nutritious snacks, and more. It’s essential to take the time to choose a centre where you feel confident that your child will be safe, happy, and well cared for. Look for a place that offers a nurturing learning environment where experienced educators provide guidance and role models to help children grow into independent, capable individuals with important life skills. Also, don’t forget to consider practical factors like location, cost, and what’s included to find the best fit for your family. Our centres are more than childcare – they are state-of-the-art early learning environments designed with safety in mind.
When it comes to your child, we go beyond core language, literacy and numeracy to also focus on supporting their social and emotional development – including overall resilience. Our passionate teachers and educators deliver the Early Years Learning Framework through Headstart’s innovative play-based learning program, which covers key curriculum areas. At Headstart, we make a promise to all our families, to put the safety of your child first and to always partner with you every step of the way, enriching your child’s early learning journey at every moment and milestone. The Eagle Room supports our curious toddlers through an exciting phase of exploration and independence. Just like the eagle, children in this room are beginning to spread their wings, gaining confidence and developing new skills each day. My daughter has been attending since the moment the centre opened and it has been such a wonderful experience.
Oz Education centres in New South Wales are approved for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and participate in the NSW Start Strong program. Happy Valley Early Learning Centre provides centre-based care for up to 122 approved spaces. G8 Education has almost 400 centres across Australia, and you can find a centre near you by using our map search tool. You will be provided with a list of all centres surrounding your desired location.