VIC Preschools & Kindergartens

From engaging activities to our comprehensive curriculum, every aspect is tailored to meet each child’s unique needs. Our qualified educators utilise innovative teaching methods to ignite a love for learning and empower children with the skills they need to succeed. Melbourne is widely recognized as one of Australia's top cities for education, with excellent schools across both government and private sectors.
Welcome to KingKids Early Learning Hallam, a launchpad for young minds and a place where laughter fills the air! We offer a warm and welcoming environment for little learners aged 6 weeks to 6 years. Register for your preferred centre through your local childcare in pakenham council or directly with ECMS. The process varies by kinder, so follow the instructions on the centre page. Beaconhills’  eXtra program includes before and after school care and vacation care.

Laying a foundation for learning is certainly the basis of all that we do at Chairo Kinder. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, Greenwood is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children. The average cost for child care around Pakenham is $133.87/day.The average NQS Rating for Pakenham is Meeting National Quality Standard.
This includes long day care, outside of school hours care and stand alone kindergarten programs. Our daycare and early learning centre is a convenient choice for local families in Cranbourne North, Clyde North, Cranbourne East, Narre Warren South, Cranbourne North and Pakenham. Great Beginnings Cranbourne North offers long day care and a kindergarten program for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, with extended hours to suit busy families. At Creative Garden, we believe that the education of children in their early years is most effective when learning through play. Nurturing their development by encouraging hands on activities is fundamental to our philosophy.
Our dedicated team of long-standing educators and teachers creates a safe, calm, and supportive environment for all children to learn and grow. Our Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers deliver a Government-approved Kindergarten program, preparing children for school.  We have regular music and movement programs, sports incursions, and special events like woodworking and cultural dancing to enrich children’s learning.

Please see our current daily price for child care (long day care) below. ECMS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the traditional custodians of the lands on which we live, learn, work and play. Aboriginal people have a long tradition of teaching and learning through sharing their connections with country, community, language and culture. We recognise their continuing connection to the country, and we pay respects to elders past and present. Here within the tranquil grounds of Lakeside Children’s Centre, children play, discover and  learn, engaging with each other and the world around them in a warm environment suitable for exploration.
Both Pakenham and Berwick centres offer a high-quality, experience-based curriculum personalised to every child’s strength and learning style. Nutrition plays a vital role in a child’s development, and our on-site chefs prepare fresh, balanced meals every day. With garden-grown produce and wholesome ingredients, we promote positive food habits and provide the energy children need to learn, play, and grow with confidence. We welcome special guests from the local Pakenham community, such as police, the fire brigade, and pet ownership experts, to support children’s interests. These visits foster a sense of belonging and help children develop social and observational skills with various people, places, and environments. Choosing Inspire ELJ for child care in Pakenham means giving your child the best possible start in life.
This  allows them to learn at their own pace, whilst building social skills by engaging with their peers. The interior has a variety of glass windows which offer natural light throughout the centre, dedicated learning areas and room for every child to explore. We recognise the role of the family in a child’s education, and we operate in a community minded manner. Our qualified educators are dedicated to delivering a high quality and developmentally appropriate, fun-filled learning program to all the children in our care.

This is available at sessional kindergartens and early learning centres. Most children's education and care services will have a National Quality Standard (NQS) rating. These are one way of helping families choose the best service for their children. We're participating in the Victorian Government's Free Kinder program. Free Kinder provides up to 15 hours of free kindergarten for three and four-year-olds, up to a value of $2000 for integrated kindergarten programs. I am passionate about creating strong relationships with families to support continuity between home and care.
We recommend you speak to your maternal and child health nurse about your child’s development. Wherever they are, children deserve to feel accepted, wanted, and valued. Our environment is a safe space for your child to do what they do best – be themselves. Our Family Support Team can also help you find more G8 early learning centres near you, with the same offerings at the Community Kids centre you are interested in that have immediate availability.
In Victoria, all students can enrol in their local government school. Eligible students with disability may also seek enrolment at a government specialist school. The Community room is used as a play space for children and parent groups with a range of toys and resources available as part of the room hire. Regardless of where you reside in Melbourne, chances are a Goodstart centre will be located close to either your home or workplace.