Pakenham Early Learning Centre

We provide most of the essentials that may be needed throughout the day. We ask that you pack and label; spare clothes, water bottle, comfort items/dummies. And if your child requires a sleeping bag, milk bottles, formula, or breast milk. All inclusions are subject to availability and are provided at the discretion of the centre director. We have a full time cook with required Food Handlers Certification who is committed to serving home-made nutritious meals and snacks.
These sessions are usually close to the first day and act as a good lead in. It gives you, your child, and the educators time to get to know each other and the opportunity to ask day care pakenham any questions or provide important information. These sessions are usually organized once enrolment is confirmed, they last for 2 hours and are free of charge.

At Great Beginnings, we understand that finding the right child care near you is an important decision. Our early learning centre offers a Government-funded kindergarten program and long day care under the one roof. Our kindergarten teachers are University qualified and provide a play-based learning program that will support your child in learning the skills for school and life.
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. A space for our littlest learners to start to babble, crawl, and explore. Transparency and honesty are the centre of our relationships with everyone who engages with us. Discover the transformative benefits of an early learning experience at Little Stars. Centre supply and current places are an output, not a leading indicator.
Pakenham YMCA Early Learning Centre provides centre-based care for up to 104 approved spaces. The best centres keep you in the loop all day, through an app, a daily sheet, or photos, so you know your baby ate, slept, and played. When you are back at work and missing them, that window into their day is worth more than any piece of equipment.

Families receive photos and updates through our family app about routines, play and learning. Educators also keep families up to date through everyday conversations at drop-off and pick-up. Our educators are carefully selected for their knowledge and approach to early childhood education. Each child has an Individual Learning Plan developed with families around their strengths, interests and developmental goals. Independent rankings of the best childcare centres in every Victorian suburb.
For more information on how fees are charged, please contact the centre. We invite you to visit us and learn more about the Ryan Road Childcare difference. Ryan Road Childcare has 168 approved places, representing approximately 4% of the total count for Mayfield Childcare Limited. The ratings for Ryan Road Childcare were issued as of November 2022.

Our Government-approved kindergarten program is delivered by Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers. Children build friendships, independence and early learning skills through play and routines before starting school. A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family’s schedule.
Our Kindergarten program prepares children for school through engaging, play-based learning experiences that build confidence, independence and a love of learning. From the very beginning of my career, I discovered a genuine passion for supporting children's growth and development. I believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where they can build confidence, develop meaningful relationships, and create lasting memories through play and learning. I am committed to ensuring every family feels welcomed, valued, and supported throughout their child's early learning journey. At Lakeside Children’s Centre we take pride in providing a warm, welcoming environment that gives children the confidence to explore and grow.