EARLY LEARNING CENTRE AND KINDERGARTEN Pakenham Reviews
Individual and collaborative play helps children to develop cognitive skills through learning how to problem solve, think creatively, and concentrate. Play also supports literacy and numeracy development, by learning new concepts such as counting, measuring, vocabulary and identifying letters and words. For information about scheduled closures - for example, during holiday periods - please contact the early childhood education and care service directly. We focus on getting children school ready through educational, social and emotional learning.
Twinklekids Early Learning Centre has been successful in creating a positive workplace culture which reflects a high level of respect and regard for the skills and professionalism of educators. All families who are entitled to CCS will have this applied to their daily fee. Our daily fee is inclusive of all nappies, sunscreen, meals and educational programs. We ask that all families please make sure all accounts are kept up to date at all times. We are a community based centre that childcare centres pakenham provides long day care, before and after school and Vacation care for the children of Pakenham Consolidated School community. Our centre is managed by our school council, with a person nominated to oversee day to day operations.
Our fees are charged at a daily rate of 12 hours, and any additional days you required must be paid for at the full rate. For more than two full days care eligibility with CCS, you must pass the government’s Work/Training/Study test. Understanding children’s emotions requires patience and nurturing behaviour, which I wholeheartedly believe in. Educating children and respecting their environment is an essential part of their growth.
We acknowledge the rich culture of our First Nations people and pay our respects to Elders past and present. In integrated settings, a “Free Kinder” subsidy is applied to your account, reducing your out-of-pocket costs for the Melbourne kindergarten program. G8 Education acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands we live, work and play on each day.
I bring many years of experience across a range of leadership roles within early learning. Since joining Great Beginnings Pakenham, I have worked as a Lead Educator, Educational Leader, Assistant Centre Manager, and now Centre Manager. Each role has given me the opportunity to develop new skills, explore different areas of the sector, and deepen my passion for ensuring children receive the best possible start to their education journey.
For children with additional needs or behaviours of concern, we collaborate with inclusion support professionals, allied health teams, and our Kindergarten Improvement Advisor. These partnerships help us apply for additional support, develop strategies, and create inclusive, nurturing environments where all children can thrive. Educators introduce open-ended materials and invitations to explore, such as building, measuring and experimenting. Through shared conversations and investigation, children develop curiosity, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
You will also receive daily photos and updates of your child’s learning and development through our family communication app. Story House Early Learning’s daily fee includes meals, nappies, wipes, sunscreen, learning programs, extracurricular activities, digital updates, and supportive care essentials. Everything is designed to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for your child’s growth. Our program builds life skills through daily routines that promote problem-solving, communication, independence, and teamwork. With a strong focus on mental and physical wellbeing, children engage in mindfulness, healthy eating, and active play.
Please keep your child home for at least 24 hours if they show any of these symptoms. Children learn about nature through our veggie garden, mud kitchen, worm farm, and greenhouse. We also educate them about environmental responsibility, discussing Clean Up Australia Day each January to highlight the importance of looking after the environment.
Families stay connected through educator conversations and updates shared in our family app, including photos, notes, routines and moments from their child’s day. Children practise routines, group learning, friendships and independence as they build the skills they will use at school. Great Beginnings Pakenham offers long day care and a Kindergarten program for children aged 6 weeks to school age, conveniently located for families in Pakenham, Beaconsfield and Officer in Melbourne. You may also like to visit the centre with your child, meet their educators and ask our team about what to bring on the first day.
Popular dishes like Spaghetti Bolognese Pasta, Chicken Vegetable Curry with Rice and Chicken Hokkien Noodles with Vegetables, are amongst the children’s favourites, making each class a delicious adventure! As part of our commitment to fostering healthy habits and a love for fresh food, all Story House services have introduced the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program (SAKGP). This hands-on initiative connects children with growing, harvesting, preparing and sharing fresh, seasonal food.
Twinklekids Early Learning Centre has been successful in creating a positive workplace culture which reflects a high level of respect and regard for the skills and professionalism of educators. All families who are entitled to CCS will have this applied to their daily fee. Our daily fee is inclusive of all nappies, sunscreen, meals and educational programs. We ask that all families please make sure all accounts are kept up to date at all times. We are a community based centre that childcare centres pakenham provides long day care, before and after school and Vacation care for the children of Pakenham Consolidated School community. Our centre is managed by our school council, with a person nominated to oversee day to day operations.
Our fees are charged at a daily rate of 12 hours, and any additional days you required must be paid for at the full rate. For more than two full days care eligibility with CCS, you must pass the government’s Work/Training/Study test. Understanding children’s emotions requires patience and nurturing behaviour, which I wholeheartedly believe in. Educating children and respecting their environment is an essential part of their growth.
We acknowledge the rich culture of our First Nations people and pay our respects to Elders past and present. In integrated settings, a “Free Kinder” subsidy is applied to your account, reducing your out-of-pocket costs for the Melbourne kindergarten program. G8 Education acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands we live, work and play on each day.
I bring many years of experience across a range of leadership roles within early learning. Since joining Great Beginnings Pakenham, I have worked as a Lead Educator, Educational Leader, Assistant Centre Manager, and now Centre Manager. Each role has given me the opportunity to develop new skills, explore different areas of the sector, and deepen my passion for ensuring children receive the best possible start to their education journey.
For children with additional needs or behaviours of concern, we collaborate with inclusion support professionals, allied health teams, and our Kindergarten Improvement Advisor. These partnerships help us apply for additional support, develop strategies, and create inclusive, nurturing environments where all children can thrive. Educators introduce open-ended materials and invitations to explore, such as building, measuring and experimenting. Through shared conversations and investigation, children develop curiosity, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
You will also receive daily photos and updates of your child’s learning and development through our family communication app. Story House Early Learning’s daily fee includes meals, nappies, wipes, sunscreen, learning programs, extracurricular activities, digital updates, and supportive care essentials. Everything is designed to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for your child’s growth. Our program builds life skills through daily routines that promote problem-solving, communication, independence, and teamwork. With a strong focus on mental and physical wellbeing, children engage in mindfulness, healthy eating, and active play.
Please keep your child home for at least 24 hours if they show any of these symptoms. Children learn about nature through our veggie garden, mud kitchen, worm farm, and greenhouse. We also educate them about environmental responsibility, discussing Clean Up Australia Day each January to highlight the importance of looking after the environment.
Families stay connected through educator conversations and updates shared in our family app, including photos, notes, routines and moments from their child’s day. Children practise routines, group learning, friendships and independence as they build the skills they will use at school. Great Beginnings Pakenham offers long day care and a Kindergarten program for children aged 6 weeks to school age, conveniently located for families in Pakenham, Beaconsfield and Officer in Melbourne. You may also like to visit the centre with your child, meet their educators and ask our team about what to bring on the first day.
Popular dishes like Spaghetti Bolognese Pasta, Chicken Vegetable Curry with Rice and Chicken Hokkien Noodles with Vegetables, are amongst the children’s favourites, making each class a delicious adventure! As part of our commitment to fostering healthy habits and a love for fresh food, all Story House services have introduced the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program (SAKGP). This hands-on initiative connects children with growing, harvesting, preparing and sharing fresh, seasonal food.
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