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Paynesville Uniting Kindergarten

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Paynesville Uniting Kindergarten

100 Langford Parade, Paynesville Victoria

Or call 1800 183 103

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Early Learning Centre

Early learning in Paynesville.

Our kindergarten is located on Langford Parade, opposite Southon Bush Reserve.

Our educators are passionate about nurturing your child’s self-esteem, sense of belonging and wellbeing to help them thrive.

Your child will engage in hands-on, nature-based activities and collaborative play to foster their strengths, interests and social connections.

We have experienced educators who specialise in working with children of all abilities embrace their diverse ways of learning.

Our kinder has access to a range of specialists, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, paediatric consultants, social workers and maternal and child health nurses.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

Our kinder features inviting indoor and outdoor learning spaces that provide connections with nature, community and foster curiosity and creativity through play-based learning. Our kindergarten features:

Planned indoor spaces
Leafy yards that attract local birds
Undercover pergola areas
Amphitheatre
Mud kitchen
Sand pits
Boat

Our centre

Planned indoor spaces
Leafy yards that attract local birds
Undercover pergola areas
Amphitheatre
Mud kitchen
Sand pits
Boat
Swings
Cubby houses
Large fort, climbing equipment and slide
Water tanks
Vegetable garden and fruit trees
Worm farms.

Our little learners say

“I love coming to kinder to see all of my friends.”

- Chloe, little learner

Learning experiences

Your child will be provided with interesting and stimulating materials to help them investigate, discover and create.

Your child will enjoy:

Incursions
Regular walking excursions in our local community
Nature bush and beach kinder
Recycling projects
Cultural awareness activities
Visiting local schools and retirement villages.

Family and community connections

We encourage you to participate in your child’s learning journey. We invite you to:

Celebrate each family’s unique culture
Volunteer time to be a part of the program
Share your individual skills, interests and hobbies
Assist with fundraising
Participate in our Parent Partnership Group.

Program hours and fees

Early Childhood Teacher

Lisa

Hi, I’m Lisa and I’m the Early Childhood Teacher at Paynesville Kindergarten. I have worked in early learning for over 30 years and hold an Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Teaching 0–8-year-olds.

My values as a teacher are kindness, commitment, and professionalism. I am passionate about early learning because it is vital that children experience a rich, positive, engaging, and calming learning and development environment in their formative years. Creating a love for learning, in which each child feels a sense of place and belonging, is my heart felt goal. Every day is different, every child and group is different, and that makes my job so refreshing, rewarding and a rich learning experience for me too. Families are always the child’s first and foremost teacher and I endeavour to support them by building strong and trusting relationships.

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. We offer yoga, mindfulness and relaxation techniques for children. Our educators 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.

Physical wellbeing

We offer learning experiences and activities that will help your child to care for their physical health. We offer:

Perceptual Motor Program
Smiles 4 Miles Program
Growing fruit, vegetables and herbs through the Stephanie Alexander Program
Cooking experiences
Sun Smart Program
Bushfire awareness.

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.

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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Kent Road Uniting Kindergarten

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Kent Road Uniting Kindergarten

137 Kent Road, Pascoe Vale Victoria

Or call 1800 183 103

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Early Learning Centre

Early learning in Pascoe Vale.

Located on Kent Road, our kindergarten has educated and cared for children in the local Pascoe Vale community since 1961.

Our educators will encourage your child to follow their curiosity, explore and discover the world around them through hands-on, nature-based activities.

We plan our activities with your child’s interests and abilities in mind, so they engage with the program and develop a love of learning.

Our educators offer an inclusive environment and can support children who live with physical and intellectual disabilities.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

Our play areas encourage children to be physically and socially active. Our kindergarten features:

Our centre

Our play areas encourage children to be physically and socially active. Our kindergarten features:

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Undercover deck
Sand and mud pits
Trees and natural shade
Vegetable and herb gardening beds
Shade sail
Play area with climbing equipment
Swings
Cubby house
Water tanks.

The parents say

“The smiles on the kids' faces after a busy day of learning and fun is such a joy to see.”

- Danica, parent

Learning experiences

We offer an abundance of learning resources, craft supplies, and play equipment for children to run, climb, dig, create, read and let their imaginations go wild.

Excursions and Incursions

Guest visitors and excursions bring our kinder to life through:

Family and community connections

Our kindergarten welcomes family participation and encourages community spirit. We encourage you to get involved in:

Celebrating significant cultural festivals and days
Talking to the children about your job, hobbies or other interesting topics
Volunteering you time to provide support and resources for our programs
Our Parent Partnership Group
Assisting with fundraising and social activities.

Learning Languages Program

We are part of the Victorian Department of Education and Training (DET) Early Childhood Language Program. Our kindergarten offers a Mandarin Language Program. Mandarin is incorporated into everyday learning experiences to give children meaningful opportunities to use the language themselves. Children learn this language through play, art, music, singing, dancing, and stories. A qualified Mandarin teacher delivers the language program in partnership with the other staff at the kinder. Learning in languages other than English helps children to improve their overall literacy and understanding of how language in general works. There are many benefits to children learning in another language at a young age, including:

Our staff are trained to use some key word signing. We can also have communication translated and interpreted for families who speak languages other than English.

First Nations learning

We recognise Reconciliation through our an inclusive and culturally safe kindergarten environment. We create respectful relationships with our children, families and the wider community through continuing to support Reconciliation.

We embed First Nations perspectives in meaningful ways by acknowledging the past, understanding our culture, valuing our culture and the children’s rights to learning about culture and by continuing our journey of walking forwards.

Program hours and fees

Nominated Supervisor and Kindergarten Teacher

Renee

Hi, I’m Renee and I’ve been the Nominated Supervisor and Kindergarten Teacher at Kent Road Uniting Kindergarten since 2020. I have worked with Uniting for the past nine years at several of our services across Melbourne’s north west as a teacher and Nominated Supervisor.

I have a Post Graduate Degree in Education (Early Years) and a Bachelor of Business with a double major in Human Resource Management and Communications.

As a mother of two children, I understand the importance of my role. I feel I have the very real opportunity to make a difference to the lives of children by building strong, connected and respectful relationships with each child and their family.

At Kent Road, our team is passionate about creating a safe, supportive, nurturing, stimulating, imaginative and happy learning environment at all times to ensure that every child experiences success.

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

We empower children to make healthy choices at our kindergarten and at home. Your child will learn about nutrition and the importance of a balanced lifestyle, develop skills to take care of their bodies and form good eating habits.

Safe environment

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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Roxburgh Park Uniting Kindergarten

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Roxburgh Park Uniting Kindergarten

2 4 Perry Ct, Roxburgh Park Victoria

Or call 1800 183 103

Roxburgh Park Uniting Kindergarten is closing in December 2024. We are no longer accepting enrolments for 2025.

Please visit Hume City Council website for enrolment options.

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Early Learning Centre

Early learning in Roxburgh Park.

Located on the Roxburgh Park Uniting Church site in Perry Court, our kindergarten is led by educators who are passionate about nurturing the social growth and learning needs of your child.

We encourage children to follow their curiosity, explore and discover the world around them through hands-on, nature-based activities.

We plan our play experiences with your child’s interests, abilities and learning style in mind so they engage with the program and develop a love of learning.

Our educators offer an inclusive environment and can support children who live with physical and intellectual disabilities.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Sand pit
Trees and natural shade
Gardening beds for vegetables and herbs
Pergola
Shade sail
Wooden log structures to explore

Learning experiences

We participate in lots of fun and engaging activities to foster your child’s learning and social development.

Your child will:

Learn about recycling and everyday sustainable practices
Enjoy local excursions and workshops covering a range of interesting topics
Visit local schools to help with school readiness
Learn about First Nations culture and celebrate all cultures through different events.

Family and community connections

We love it when families get involved in our kindergarten. You can get involved in:

Languages

We also have educators who speak Samoan and Japanese and Hindi. We can have all forms of communication translated for families who speak languages other than English.

Program hours and fees

Kindergarten Teacher

Bessie

Hi, I’m Bessie and I’ve been the Early Childhood Teacher at Roxburgh Park Uniting Kindergarten for over a decade. I’ve worked in early learning for over 20 years and hold a Bachelor of Education in Teaching Early Childhood.

The opportunity to engage in young people’s lives and build on their sense of belonging in this world through play, exploration, building relationships and even making mistakes; is always part of my foundation for working in early learning.

Our service has been here for the community for years. Our early learning foundation is strong and has provided care and education in the Roxburgh Park Community for generations of families. Come for a visit we would love to meet you.

Mental Health

Nutrition

We will encourage your child to make the right food choices. Children bring their own snack, lunch and water bottle. At our kindergarten, we:

Safe Environment

As a child safe organisation, our educators undergo regular working with children’s and police checks. All staff practise the Victorian Child Safe Standards regularly. 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.

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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Longford Uniting Kindergarten

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Longford Uniting Kindergarten

6-8 High Street, Longford Victoria

Or call 1800 183 103

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Early Learning Centre

Early learning in Longford.

Our kindergarten is located next to the Longford Recreation Reserve and has educated and cared for children in the Longford community since 1983.

Uniting educators are passionate about creating a welcoming and nurturing kinder environment to support your child’s strengths, interests and social connections.

We teach values that reflect our small local community, including kindness, resilience and teamwork.

Our educators offer an inclusive environment and can support children who live with physical and intellectual disabilities.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

Our kindergarten offers indoor and outdoor play areas and equipment to support the physical and social development of your child. Our kinder features:

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Sand and mud pits
Trees and natural shade
Gardening beds for herbs and vegetables
Shade sail
Play area with climbing equipment
Swings

Bicycle track
Cubby house
Equipment for climbing, skipping, throwing and catching
Worm farm
Water tank
Fish, stick insects and visiting quails at certain times of the year.

Our centre

Our kindergarten offers indoor and outdoor play areas and equipment to support the physical and social development of your child. Our kinder features:

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Sand and mud pits
Trees and natural shade
Gardening beds for herbs and vegetables
Shade sail
Play area with climbing equipment
Swings
Bicycle track
Cubby house
Equipment for climbing, skipping, throwing and catching
Worm farm
Water tank
Fish, stick insects and visiting quails at certain times of the year.

The parents say

“The teachers been such a supportive presence, not only in my son’s life but for our whole family.”

- Alicia, parent

Learning experiences

Our outdoor space has a wealth of natural resources to help your child connect with the environment through nature-based play and experiential learning. We offer a quiet room stocked with new learning resources

Caring for the environment

We encourage an appreciation for nature and a sense of adventure by showing children the beauty of our local environment, often in partnership with members of our community. Our activities include:

Recycling materials and water
Managing the worm farm
Composting
Hatching chickens
Bush kinder sessions
Dune restoration planting at the Seaspray Surf Lifesaving Club
A visit from the Wellington Shire Sustainability Officer.

Excursions

We go on exciting excursions to a variety of places including:

Incursions

We love welcoming guest speakers from:

Wild Action Animals
Water Safety
Emergency services
Museum of Victoria
Responsible Pet Ownership and Dog Awareness programs
Sustainability Program.

Family and community connections

We want you to get involved in your child’s early learning experience and encourage participation in:

Celebrating cultural festivals and days
Assisting with fundraising
Volunteering to support our programs
Joining us on excursions
Talking to the children about interesting topics
Joining the Parent Advisory Committee.

Local community members, groups or services we partner with to foster your child’s understanding and connections with our region include:

Longford Primary School
The local library
The local art gallery
Museums
Indigenous community members or groups, including donating pre-loved items to the Numbulwar School Fete
Emergency services
Local farmers through project Longford to Longreach and Kids Helping Kids
The local chiropractor for wellbeing sessions
Smiles 4 Miles program
Kids Matter initiative.

Languages

We are part of the Victorian Department of Education and Training (DET) Early Childhood Language Program. Our kindergarten offers a Japanese Language Program. Japanese is incorporated into everyday learning experiences to give children meaningful opportunities to use the language themselves. Children learn this language through play, art, music, singing, dancing, and stories. A qualified Japanese teacher delivers the language program in partnership with the other staff at the kinder. Learning in languages other than English helps children to improve their overall literacy and understanding of how language in general works. There are many benefits to children learning in another language at a young age, including:

We can also have communication translated and interpreted for families who speak languages other than English.

Program hours and fees

Key Upcoming Dates

15 May 24

Open day: Longford Uniting Kindergarten 2:30pm - 4:30pm

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Kindergarten Teacher

Sue-Ellen

Hi, my name is Sue-Ellen and I have been working in Early Childhood Education for around 40 years. In this time, I have worked in many different areas of the sector and am currently also a mentor for the Victorian Teachers Institute. I am passionate about teaching and that is why I have remained in the sector my entire working life.

Our team at Longford have a strong emphasis on community and the environment. We promote the benefits of outdoor play and learning to care for and respect the land of the Gunaikurnai, the traditional custodians of the land. We also believe in teaching children to be global citizens and learning about sustainable practice.

Mental Health

Nutrition

Your child will learn about sustainable living, basic nutrition and the importance of exercise. At our kinder, we:

Grow our own fruit, vegetables and herbs
Enjoy cooking lessons
Emphasise food safety
Work with families from a range of cultural backgrounds to ensure cultural foods meet food standard requirements
Educate children and families about healthy eating and nutrition.

Safe Environment

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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St Andrew’s Uniting Kindergarten Sunbury

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St Andrew’s Uniting Kindergarten Sunbury

2 Barkly Street, Sunbury Victoria

Or call 1800 183 103

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Early Learning Centre

Early learning in Sunbury.

Located next to Sunbury Uniting Church, close to the centre of town, our educators are passionate about nurturing the social growth and learning of your child.

Our kindergarten offers an environment based on the values of friendship, kindness, empathy, belonging, resilience, teamwork and fairness.

We welcome all children to our kinder and have a strong focus on supporting families from diverse backgrounds and needs.

Our educators provide an inclusive environment and are experienced in supporting children with physical and intellectual disabilities.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Sand and mud pits
Trees and natural shade
Play area with climbing equipment
Vegetable and herb gardens
shade sail

Our centre

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Sand and mud pits
Trees and natural shade
Play area with climbing equipment
Vegetable and herb gardens
shade sail
Swings
Recycling area
Cubby house
Worm farm
Water tanks

The parents say

“Our daughter has come a long way in her development. Choosing Uniting has been an excellent decision.”

- Rachel, parent

Learning experiences

We participate in lots of fun and engaging activities to enhance your child’s learning and social development.

Your child will:

Learn about recycling and sustainable living
Enjoy local excursions and workshops covering a range of interesting topics
Visit local schools to help with school readiness
Learn about responsible pet ownership
Learn about road safety.

Family and community connections

We love it when families get involved in our kindergarten. You can get involved in:

Languages

Our educators are trained to use some key word signing. We can also have communication translated and interpreted for families who speak languages other than English.

Program hours and fees

Nominated Supervisor

Letitia McBean

Hi, I’m Letitia, the Nominated Supervisor at St. Andrew’s Uniting Kindergarten Sunbury. I am fortunate to be part of a lovely, dedicated team at our beautiful service that we are so proud of.

I have a Bachelor of Education, and a Graduate degree in Early Childhood Teaching. I was initially a primary school teacher and have been a Kindergarten Teacher for over 12 years.

I absolutely love my job and feel so fortunate as a teacher to help children grow and develop and give them the best possible start to their learning journey.

At St. Andrew’s kinder, we provide a play-based curriculum, where children are safe to explore, play and learn in a space that gives everyone an equal start in their educational journey. We encourage children to be the best they can be and help them discover their individual ways of belonging, being and becoming.

I enjoy getting to know each child individually and building positive relationships with each family.

Mental Health

Nutrition

We have a strong focus on healthy eating and nutrition. At our kindergarten, we:

Grow our own produce
Accommodate all dietary requirements Emphasise food safety
Work with families from a range of cultural backgrounds to ensure cultural foods meet food standard requirements
Offer progressive snack and lunch time to empower children to ask for what they want and when.

Safe Environment

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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Horsham Uniting Early Learning

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Horsham Uniting Early Learning

9 Roberts Avenue, Horsham VIC

Or call 1800 183 103

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Early Learning Centre

Early learning in Horsham.

Located on Roberts Avenue in the heart of Horsham, we provide childcare and kindergarten services.

You can rely on us for long day care to support your busy schedule, while we provide fun and creative early learning experiences for your child.

Your child will enjoy social and educational activities to build their sense of belonging, resilience, kindness and teamwork.

Our educators are passionate about nurturing Horsham’s children, offering localised early learning experiences in the community we know and love.

We are experienced in supporting children who live with a range of physical and intellectual disabilities.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

Your child will explore their surroundings and play with their peers in our new outdoor playground. From enjoying picnics on the lawn to growing vegetables in our garden, your child will have endless opportunities to explore, discover and learn. Our early learning centre features:

Our centre

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Play area with climbing equipment
Bike track
Birds, chickens and fish
Trees and natural shade
Vegetable and herb gardens
Shade sail
Pergola
Worm farm.

The parents say

“Our son is thriving – thank you for providing such a safe and nurturing environment”

- Lena, parent.

Learning experiences

Our fun and educational activities will encourage your child to learn about sustainable practices
through our gardening and recycling programs. They will learn more about our community through
excursions and guest speakers.

Caring for the environment

We will encourage your child to participate in:

Incursions

We regularly welcome visitors to our centre from:

Melbourne Museum
Visiting pets (a rabbit, lamb and dog)
Wildlife exposure
A local elder
Local First Nations playgroup
Pet Safety Program
Horsham Foot and Ankle Clinic.

Family and community connections

We encourage families to get involved in our activities.

We welcome you to:

We have strong connections with our local Aboriginal community, surrounding schools, museums and farms for your child to create connections and celebrate diversity.

Your child will visit:

Language

We can have all forms of communication translated for families who speak languages other than English.

Program hours and fees

Health and wellbeing

Mental health

Nutrition

Our centre provides nourishing and balanced meals and snacks to help fuel your child’s growth and foster healthy eating habits. We cater for dietary and cultural food requirements for all children.

Safe environment

As a child safe organisation, our educators undergo regular working with children’s and police checks. 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.

Policies and downloads

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Autistic Girls in Early Childhood Mini Resource.

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St Luke’s Uniting Kindergarten Highton

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St Luke’s Uniting Kindergarten Highton

172 Barrabool Road, Highton Victoria

Or call 1800 183 103

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Early Learning Centre

Early learning in Highton.

Our kindergarten is located near Highton’s main shopping area, next to St Luke’s Highton Uniting Church.

Our kinder has been nurturing and caring for children in the Geelong community since 1964.

We encourage children to follow their curiosity, explore and discover the world around them through hands-on, nature-based activities.

We plan our activities with your child’s interests, abilities and learning style in mind so they engage with the program and develop a love of learning.

Our educators offer an inclusive environment and can support children who live with physical and intellectual disabilities.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Sand pit
Trees and natural shade
Gardening beds
Worm farm
Water tank.

Our centre

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Sand pit
Trees and natural shade
Gardening beds
Worm farm
Water tank
Pergola
Shade sail
Swings
Cubby house
Play equipment for climbing, skipping, throwing and catching.

Learning experiences

We encourage children to be active, creative and to socialise during playtime. Our kindergarten features plenty of outdoor and indoor spaces where children can participate in activities such as climbing, ball sports and gardening.

Caring for the environment

We encourage children get their hands dirty in our gardening beds and worm farms. To teach children about the importance of caring for for the environment, we:

Excursions and incursions

Your child will participate in fun and adventurous excursions, including:

Ambulance and fire truck visits
Local primary and high school visits
Church activities
Work with First Nations educators
Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Queenscliff Marine Discovery Centre
Geelong University Hospital.

We also invite guest speakers to present to the children, including:

Reptile handlers
Dog carers
Road safety instructors
Local emergency service providers
Bravehearts
Sun smart
Pancake Day ambassadors.

Family and community connections

We love it when families get involved in our kindergarten. We also foster connections with the local community to broaden your child’s understanding of the outside world. You are encouraged to participate in:

Celebrating significant cultural festivals and days
Talking to the children about your job, hobbies and other interesting topics
Volunteering your time to support our programs
Assisting with fundraising
Our Parent Partnership Group (positions are elected at the annual meeting of our kindergarten parents).

We regularly engage with:

Local primary schools
Emergency service providers
Medical professionals
Indigenous community groups and members
Animal trainers and handlers
Local farmers.

Languages

We can have all forms of communication translated for families who speak languages other than English including Arabic, Farsi and Mandarin.

Program hours and fees

Team Leader

Emma

Hi, I’m Emma and I’ve been the Team Leader at St. Luke’s since 2019 and have taught in the Early Childhood sector since 2015. I also have experience working as a teacher in both primary and secondary schools in Victoria and the ACT, and hold a Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Early Childhood).

My teaching style is based on a socio-cultural approach, and I strongly believe in the importance of providing an engaging kindergarten experience by welcoming the children’s families into our program. I’m passionate about teaching young children about different cultures and introducing them to new languages to help them develop respect, awe and understanding.

At St Luke’s, our team of qualified educators works closely with our community to enhance the educational outcomes of the children in our care through respect for each individual’s values and uniqueness. We collaborate regularly as a team with our families, local schools and our wider community to establish a shared vision for our service around the needs of our children, our goals, quality improvement practices and our Reconciliation Action Plan.

Mental Health

Nutrition

Our team will ensure your child receives fresh and nutritional food using homegrown and locally sourced produce. We encourage healthy eating by:

Safe Environment

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Stratford Uniting Kindergarten

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Stratford Uniting Kindergarten

15 Dixon Street, Stratford Victoria

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Early Learning Centre

Early learning in Stratford.

Located opposite Stratford Station, our kindergarten has educated and cared for local children since 1970.

Our educators teach children the importance of care and respect for others, reflecting the values of our local community.

We encourage your child to follow their curiosity, explore and discover the world around them through hands-on, nature-based activities

Our educators offer an inclusive environment and can support children who live with physical and intellectual disabilities.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Sand and mud pits
Shade sail
Swings
Cubby house
Water tank

Our centre

Planned indoor spaces
Large outdoor spaces
Sand and mud pits
Shade sail
Swings
Cubby house
Water tank
Trees and natural shade
Gardening beds for herbs and vegetables
Chickens
Indigenous outdoor area with native gardens, a mural and play cooking area
worm farm

The parents say

“We have been thrilled with all of the educators”

- Early learning parent.

Learning and Programs

Your child will engage in fun, educational and collaborative activities each day to nurture their learning and social development.

Caring for the environment

Caring for the environment is a big part of our daily activities.

At our kindergarten, we:

Excursions and incursions

We love to go on excursions to:

We also love welcoming visitors who educate and entertain us on a variety of topics, including:

Family and community connections

We love it when families get involved in our kindergarten. You can get involved in:

To help your child connect with our local community, we regularly engage with:

Program hours and fees

Key Upcoming Dates

20 May 24

Open day: Stratford Uniting Kindergarten 2:45pm - 3:30pm

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Kindergarten Teacher

Nina Adams

Hi, I’m Nina and I’ve the Director/Kindergarten Teacher at Stratford Uniting Kindergarten for over ten years. I’ve worked in early learning for over 20 years and hold a Bachelor of Teaching Early Childhood. I also have a Diploma in Community and Children’s Services and a Certificate III in Language and Literacy Teacher’s Aid.

As an Early Childhood Teacher I get great joy watching children grow and develop; forming their own personalities and identities is rewarding. I enjoy sharing children’s achievements with families throughout their time at kindergarten.

At Stratford Kinder, our team helps children develop their confidence and independence. We provide a stimulating environment where children develop the skills they need for learning and lay the foundations for their future learning. We promote close relationships with families and share the education of their children.

Mental health

Nutrition

We encourage children to make nourishing, nutritious food choices through education and involvement in food preparation. At our kindergarten, we:

Grow our own fruit, vegetables and herbs
Accommodate all dietary requirements
Practise food safety
Work with families from a range of cultural backgrounds to ensure cultural foods meet food standard requirements
Run a weekly lunch cooking program.

Safe environment

As a child safe organisation, our educators undergo regular working with children’s and police checks. We are focusedon delivering learning and development in a safe and supportive environment, so you can trust that your child is in good hands.

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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Gormandale Uniting Kindergarten

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Gormandale Uniting Kindergarten

38 Main Road, Gormandale VIC 3873

Or call 1800 183 103

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Early Learning Centre

Early learning in Gormandale.

Located on Main Street in Gormandale, our town’s rural backdrop will form part of your child’s kindergarten program with hands-on, nature-based learning experiences at their fingertips.

We offer activities that make learning fun and engaging, while encouraging your child to make social connections with their peers, in the local community and with the environment around them.

Our educators are passionate about working with children to build their sense of belonging, resilience, kindness and teamwork.

Our goal is to nurture happy, healthy children and inspire a lifelong love of learning.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

Our kindergarten offers indoor and outdoor play areas and equipment to support the physical and social development of your child. Our kinder features:

Our centre

Our kindergarten offers indoor and outdoor play areas and equipment to support the physical and social development of your child. Our kinder features:

Our little learners say

“I like my kinder teachers, the toys and play equipment.”

- Harvey, little learner

Learning experiences

Your child will enjoy new experiences and adventures at our kindergarten that will help them build on their strengths, interests and abilities.

Caring for the environment

We make the most of our countryside by encouraging children to explore and play outdoors while they learn about sustainability, how to care for the environment and the rewards of growing their own produce.

This includes:

Excursions

Our excursions are fun and exciting. Some of the places we visit include:

Wellington Art Gallery
Fauna Park
Family Farms
Library
Museum
Gormandale Recreation Reserve
Gormandale Post Office
Sale Wetlands.

Incursions

We’re partner with a variety of visitors for our incursions, including:

Family and community connections

There are many opportunities for families to get involved in our kindergarten in meaningful ways. We welcome you to:

Celebrate significant cultural festivals and days
Volunteer your time to support our programs
Assist with fundraising
Take an active role in our Parent Partnership Group
Talk to the children about your job or hobbies
Help in the garden, with reading or on excursions.

As a small community, we work closely with the local:

We also participate in community programs including:

Program hours and fees

Key Upcoming Dates

1 - 31 May 24

Open day: Gormandale Uniting Kindergarten

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Leading Educator

Kristy

Hi, I’m Kristy and I’m the Leading Educator at Gormandale Uniting Kindergarten. I’ve worked in a variety of early years settings for over 20 years.

I have a Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies and a Post Graduate Diploma of Education (inclusive and Special Education).

I value children’s differences and love supporting their desire to learn through play-based imaginative play spaces and intentional teaching moments. I feel that I have a natural ability to connect with children and foster their interests and development in all learning areas.

We hope that when entrusting your child’s learning to the Educators at Gormandale Uniting Kindergarten, you will feel that they are supported in their connectedness with peers and educators and that the learning environment will actively encourage them to explore their own interests and strengths.

Mental health

Nutrition

Your child will learn about good nutrition to form healthy eating habits. We do this by growing fruit, vegetables and herbs in our centre garden. We also teach food safety practices. We enjoy cooking sessions to teach the children how to prepare healthy food.

Safe environment

Policies and downloads

Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Child Safety Policy.

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Glen Iris Road Uniting Kindergarten

200 Glen Iris Road, Glen Iris VIC 3146

Or call 1800 183 103

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Early Learning Centre

Early learning in Glen Iris.

Located on Glen Iris Road, our kindergarten environment is based on the values of friendship, kindness, empathy, belonging, resilience, teamwork, fun and fairness.

With small class sizes, our educators can focus on nurturing your child’s strengths, interests and social connections.

Our buddy program with the Glen Iris Primary School will help your child prepare for life beyond kinder.

Our educators are experienced in supporting children who live with physical and intellectual disabilities.

Program hours and fees

Our centre

Our kindergarten offers indoor and outdoor play areas and equipment to support the physical and social development of your child. Our kinder features:

Our centre

Our kindergarten offers indoor and outdoor play areas and equipment to support the physical and social development of your child. Our kinder 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:

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.

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Health and wellbeing

Mental health

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.