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Glen Iris Road Uniting Kindergarten
200 Glen Iris Road, Glen Iris VIC 3146
Early Learning Centre
Early Learning in Glen Iris.
Our Early Learning Centre is situated on Glen Iris Road and neighbours the surrounding suburbs of Malvern, Camberwell and Ashburton.
Our early learning kindergarten environment is based on the values of friendship, kindness, empathy, belonging, resilience, teamwork, fun and fairness. Our educators focus on nurturing your child’s strengths, interests and social connections.
Our close proximity to Glen Iris Primary School allows us to offer a cherished buddy program, helping to prepare your child for life beyond kinder.
We offer an inclusive and creative kinder program, and our early learning educators are experienced in supporting children who live with physical and intellectual disabilities.
At Uniting’s Glen Iris Road early learning kindergarten, we are focused on delivering learning and development in a safe and supportive environment, so you can trust that your child is in good hands.
Program hours and fees
Our centre
Our Glen Iris Road kindergarten offers indoor and outdoor play areas and equipment to support the physical and social development of your child. Our early learning centre features:
- Planned indoor spaces
- Sand pit with surrounding decking
- Mud pit
- Gardening beds with planter boxes
- Worm farm
- Water tank
- Shade sail
- Play equipment for climbing, skipping, throwing and catching
- A church hall we can access for activities and on wet days.
Our centre
Our Glen Iris Road kindergarten offers indoor and outdoor play areas and equipment to support the physical and social development of your child. Our early learning centre features:
- Planned indoor spaces
- Sand pit with surrounding decking
- Mud pit
- Gardening beds with planter boxes
- Worm farm
- Water tank
- Shade sail
- Play equipment for climbing, skipping, throwing and catching
- A church hall we can access for activities and on wet days.
Out little learners say
“I love Bush Kinder, pancakes and learning Chinese. We do yoga and I play with my friends.”
- Little learner
Learning experiences
Children enjoy a range of activities at our kinder that expose them to the world in fun and educational ways.
Connecting with nature
Your child will participate in sustainable practices like recycling materials and water, composting and tending to the worm farm. Our kindergarten runs a year-round Nature Kinder Program at the Glen Iris Wetlands. Through this weekly program, your child will connect with the local environment and discover the many benefits of getting involved in nature and an active lifestyle.
Excursions and incursions
Your child will experience excursions, incursions and visitors to our kindergarten that will help them learn and foster their interests. In the past, these have included:
- Responsible Pet Ownership Program
- Yearly farm excursion
- Royal Botanic Gardens
- Melbourne Museum
- Wiggly Worm Dance Company
- Australian wildlife lectures
- Bollywood dancing
- Native American drumming
- Librarians from the Ashburton Library.
Family and community connections
Families and carers help us build a sense of community at our kindergarten and enrich the learning experience. We welcome you to:
- Celebrate cultural events
- Talk to the children about exciting topics
- Volunteer time to support our programs
- Assist with fundraising
- Join our Parent Partnership Group.
Languages
We run a Chinese language program supported by a qualified Chinese teacher and supplement this with the Early learning Languages Australia Program through iPad apps and play. We can have all forms of communication translated for families who speak languages other than English.
Program hours and fees
Centre Co-ordinator and Teacher
Kathy
Hi, I’m Kathy and I’ve been the Centre Co-ordinator and a teacher at Glen Iris Rd Uniting Kindergarten since 2009 and have worked in the sector for 30 years. I have a Diploma of Teaching in Early Childhood and a Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Studies.
The old saying that “it takes a village to raise a child” is so true. I live, work and have raised a family in this community and feel a true connection to the children and families that I work with and the broader community.
The early years are the foundation to life and what we do as Early Childhood Educators in collaboration with families can make a huge difference to a child. I feel privileged to be able to contribute to the lives of children in such a positive way.
At Glen Iris Rd Kinder we are a dedicated, passionate, and caring team of Early Childhood educators with a wealth of knowledge and experience. Your child’s safety and education in a nurturing and fun environment is paramount to us. Drop in anytime to say hi, we’d love to meet you.
Key Upcoming Dates
- No upcoming events
Health and wellbeing
Mental health
Our educators are trained in various programs to support the mental health of your child and are skilled in working with children who have experienced challenges and trauma. We also offer mental health support for families if you find yourself in need of assistance.
Nutrition
Kindergarten is a time for your child to learn about basic nutrition, food safety and the importance of exercise. Your child will take part in activities to promote a healthy lifestyle, such as gardening, cooking and playtime exercise. We grow our own fruit, vegetables and herbs and always practise food safety.
Safe environment
As a child safe organisation, our educators undergo regular working with children’s and police checks. We are focussed on delivering learning and development in a safe and supportive environment, so you can trust that your child is in good hands.
FAQs
Yes, Glen Iris Road Kindergarten provides convenient parking facilities for parents and caregivers during drop-off and pick-up times. There is a dedicated parking area close to the kindergarten entrance to ensure the safety and ease of access for families. Additionally, there are clear signage and designated spaces to facilitate a smooth and organised drop-off and pick-up process. We ask that all parents adhere to the parking guidelines to ensure the safety and convenience of everyone.
Our educators are experienced in supporting children with physical and intellectual disabilities. We provide an inclusive environment tailored to meet the unique needs of every child, ensuring they thrive and succeed. Learn more about our inclusion support.
Our Glen Iris Road kindergarten features a range of facilities designed to support the holistic development of children. These include well-planned indoor spaces for structured activities and creative play, an expansive outdoor area with a sandpit, a mud pit for sensory play, and
gardening beds with planter boxes. Additionally, we have a worm farm and water tank to teach sustainability, a shade sail for sun protection, and various play equipment for climbing, skipping, throwing, and catching.
Our kindergarten offers free enrollment for all three- and four-year-old children enrolled in our sessional programs. This initiative is part of our commitment to providing accessible early childhood education for all families. The free kindergarten program ensures that every child can benefit from our high-quality educational services without the barrier of cost. If you have any questions about additional services or specific program details, please contact us directly.
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