Pakenham Early Learning & Kindergarten

Our dedicated Family Support Team can find the right local centre near you. That way, we can ensure we meet the needs of large groups and individual children. Our team of highly qualified and experienced educators genuinely loves what they do. They are dedicated to the safety and development of each little one that comes through our centre each day. Our long-term educators  allow you and your child to develop meaningful relationships with them. Creative Garden is part of G8 Education, which proudly operates over 400 childcare, kindergarten, and preschool centres across 21 trusted early learning brands in Australia.
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 daycare 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.

We also regularly welcome special guests, such as librarians and emergency services, enriching the children’s learning experiences. With a balance of structured and play-based learning, children are encouraged to explore their interests, build confidence and develop independence. This approach helps lay the foundation for a smooth transition into four-year-old kindergarten and a lifelong love of learning. This space fosters a strong sense of  community, as children from different age groups share in the learning experiences during these important times. Our Thornhill Park childcare centre is staffed by a team of experienced and fully qualified educators who are committed to providing the best possible care for every child.
The Victorian Government offers funding to provide families with up to 15 hours of free kindergarten a week, in addition to the Childcare Subsidy. The funding offsets the fees for three and four-year-old children that are part of the centre’s long daycare kindergarten program. The Little Learners Toddler Program is designed to create an engaging environment that supports your toddler’s social and cognitive development. We provide a fun, play-based learning approach that engages their young and active minds within a safe and stimulating environment. Accessing high quality early childhood education for two years has a substantial and positive impact on a child’s cognitive, emotional, and social skills (Centre for Education Statistics and Evaluation, 2018). Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families can learn about the benefits of kindergarten through Koorie Kids Shine.
All of our childcare centres throughout the city feature the same excellent facilities and programs. This guarantees that every child enrolled at Goodstart receives the same high standard of care and education. Kindergarten is an important part of your child’s educational development and prepares them for school. Kinder can even build your child's awareness, confidence and self-esteem. This early education provides a vital foundation for your child’s future success in life. Great Beginnings is part of G8 Education, which proudly operates over 400 childcare, kindergarten, and preschool centres across 21 trusted early learning brands in Australia.

At Aspire Thornhill Park, we’re committed to connecting children and families with the wider community through meaningful experiences and partnerships. All parents/guardians planning to enrol their child at childcare or kindergarten in Victoria must provide the service with a current immunisation history statement from the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR). Puppy pre-school is designed for puppies in their critical socialisation period who are new to training and learning new skills for the first time.
Our experienced and attentive educators encourage children to set their imagination free and uncover their own path to learning. It is our aim to provide an environment in which the children are able to safely and freely experience the world around them through exploration, inquiry and discovery within a Christ-centred framework. The Early Years Learning Framework describes childhood as a time of belonging, being and becoming.
Your child could also be eligible for up to 15 hours per week at no cost, thanks to the Victorian Government’s “Free Kinder” Program. We offer free Victorian Government funded sessional kindergarten for three and four-year-olds. Our programs are guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and National Quality Standards (NQS) to support each child’s learning and development.

Everyday she is coming home and telling lot of things that she learnt through out the day. Educators are very thorough in providing me the information regarding how her day went. They are very friendly and I feel very comfortable when talking to them regarding her routine or any concerns and they do listen to it and always try to come up with the solution.
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Both three-year-old kinder and four-year-old kinder is offered and led by a bachelor-qualified early childhood teacher. Little  Beacons Learning Centre, Pakenham Campus, is a spacious, light-filled space with natural materials throughout and a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor areas. The sustainable building design and programs are mirrored in Little Beacons, Berwick Campus, which opened at the start of 2020. Both centres are rated as ‘Exceeding’ under National Quality Standards. 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.