Childcare & Education Oakleigh East

Following the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines, our kindy program helps children grow across five key learning areas and get ready for prep with early literacy, numeracy and science skills. Designed for children from birth to 5 years, KU long day care services provide safe, supportive and enriching environments where your child can learn, grow and thrive. Our Queensland Government Approved Kindergarten program provides a rich learning play-based environment led by our wonderful, qualified Kindy Teachers.
Our program supports children’s curiosity, creativity, problem solving, resilience and real-world knowledge and skills. As outlined above, there are multiple benefits to attending a government-approved kindergarten program integrated in a long day care service, 3 year old kinder oakleigh with families afforded greater flexibility with out of home care arrangements. Children also benefit from extended hours to establish and enjoy friendships, develop trusting relationships with their teachers, and demonstrate leadership and peer-mentoring across the service. As the needs of families and communities change over time, diverse service types afford greater choice in relation to access, hours, and affordability. Welcome to Guardian Childcare & Education Oakleigh East, a modern and inviting childcare centre. Our long day care services offer extended hours, operating for hours each day, 5 days a week and up to or over 50 weeks a year (excluding public holidays).

The day usually ends with a calm wind-down session, such as storytime, music, or quiet reflection. This helps children transition smoothly from kindergarten to home, giving them time to process the day and develop self-regulation skills. Teachers often share brief updates with parents, highlighting achievements, milestones, or memorable moments from the day. Teachers greet children individually, helping them settle in and reconnect with friends.
At Little Learners Day Care Centre, we are dedicated to offering a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children aged 6 months to 6 years. Our kindergarten programs are eligible for subsidisation under the Victoria government’s ‘Best Start, Best Life’ program. Navigating early childcare programs can sometimes present a source of confusion.
Some age groups — particularly the under-2s room and popular days — fill 6 to 12 months ahead. For 3-year-old and 4-year-old kinder programs, enquiring at least 6–12 months before your child’s intended start date gives you the best chance of securing your preferred days. Children enjoy playgrounds or nature spaces where they can climb, run and play cooperative games.

Meals are prepared on-site by our chefs to ensure children eat fresh, nutritious food. Oakleigh East 3166 is served by 6 child care centres for an estimated 333 children under 5 — around 2.2 children per long day care place. See how local fees, occupancy and supply gaps compare with Greater Melbourne.
From activities and learning, to healthy food and rest time, a day in the nursery delivers everything your child needs to develop and grow. Quality care for children, affordability for families and financial viability of the service are the key elements in determining fees. Our expansive grounds provide for ever-changing outdoor play opportunities. The children spend time outdoors every day moving from the sandpit, climbing equipment and exploring the natural gardens. They also enjoy the opportunity to create their own play spaces, bringing together loose play equipment to explore. All services will receive extra funding when they deliver more hours of 4-Year-Old Kinder.

At Kindy Patch, 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. At long daycare, Child Care Subsidy is available to reduce daily fees according to eligibility of families. Preschool (as it is called in NSW) & Kindergarten (as it is called in VIC & QLD) helps prepare children for primary schooling. This normally occurs in the 2 years prior to starting school, from 3 years old up to school age.
Every learning activity is designed with a focus on developing and enhancing the social skills and cognitive skills of young children. A government registered, teacher led kinder program that builds school readiness, curiosity and a love of learning. Most long day care centres accept children from six weeks of age through to school age. Each centre sets its own minimum age based on staffing and room arrangements, so it’s worth confirming when you enquire. Our experienced and qualified educators will support your child with genuine warmth and care.
Majella Long Day Care and Kindergarten is a nurturing early learning centre surrounded by bushland, where every child is supported to grow, explore and thrive. Our teachers use these spaces to help children foster a connection to the natural world through their daily activities. This helps them understand how to care for living things and the importance of recycling and strengthens their appreciation of our environment.

Play improves children’s physical, social and emotional wellbeing, and supports language, thinking and problem-solving skills. Children attending our Centre will also have the chance to see the same familiar faces as they move on up from our nursery room, into our Oakleigh East Kindergarten program. This funded two-year Kindergarten program is designed specifically to help prepare your child transition from early learning to primary school.