Pakenham Childcare & Day Care Early Learning

Indoors, children learn in purpose-built spaces with interactive and natural resources. The rooms give children opportunities to explore ideas, take part in play-based learning and build skills through everyday experiences. Our Transition to School program helps children build confidence, independence, and readiness for the next step.
An Eden hat and wetbag for every child to help build belonging, confidence, and pride from their very first day. Fresh meals and snacks are prepared each day to keep children energised, with options to suit different dietary and cultural needs. We recommend you speak to your maternal and child health nurse about your child’s development. Complete the below form and one of our staff members will get in touch to discuss your requirements with you. We’re part of many different communities, supporting families from all walks of life. Every Story House-er brings something unique and when all those different pieces connect, it creates something truly beautiful.
Children express ideas and make meaning using pakenham early learning a range of creative experiences, including painting, drawing, drama, dance, storytelling,music and craft activities. These experiences encourage imagination, self-expression and confidence while supporting fine motor development. Children take part in regular music and movement programs, along with sports incursions that add energy and variety to the week. Special events such as woodworking and cultural dancing enrich children’s learning with hands-on and creative experiences.

Alternatively, you may complete our online enquiry form, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Goodstart Early Learning acknowledges all Traditional Custodians across Australia and recognises First Nations peoples’ continued cultural and spiritual connection to the land, sky and waterways that surround us. That’s why we’ve gathered all the essential information you need to make the best choice for your family in just these two pages.
This subsidy will be deducted from their fees in weekly installments throughout the year. Every kindergarten program at Cire is led by a university-trained, Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher. This ensures that every child in a Cire Melbourne kindergarten program receives an education that aligns with the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development  Framework (VEYLDF).
Our Art Program at Inspire Early Learning Journey Pakenham encourages creativity, imagination, and self-expression through hands-on artistic experiences. Children explore a variety of materials and techniques, developing fine motor skills, confidence, and creative thinking. The program values the creative process, supporting children to express ideas, emotions, and cultural understanding in meaningful ways. At our Pakenham early learning centre, all meals are cooked fresh daily with no processed foods. We are highly allergen-aware and cater to all dietary requirements, including Halal, allergy management, and preferences for picky eaters.

This program helps prepare your child for a successful transition to kindergarten and formal learning. Our campus welcomes children from 6 weeks to 6 years old, with dedicated spaces for Nursery, Toddler, and Kindergarten programs. Each stage is supported with a Montessori-inspired curriculum and play-based learning experiences. Children enrolled in our kindergarten or preschool rooms will participate in the 7.5-hour government-approved kindergarten or preschool program as part of their long day care day. This means you get the piece of mind and convenience of your child’s kindergarten and preschool education plus year-round care and long day hours.
Our centre Cook prepares fresh, nutritious meals on-site each day, following a rotating menu designed to meet the dietary needs of young children. We cater for common allergies and dietary requirements, and you’re always welcome to view the weekly menu. Fresh, nourishing meals prepared daily by an in-house chef help children grow strong, and build healthy relationships with food every day. Our in-house chef prepares fresh, nutritious meals daily, catering to allergies, dietary needs, and cultural preferences.

We’re proud to be the only early learning provider certified three times as a Great Place to Work and named as one of Australia’s Best Workplaces. We’ve been recognised for our commitment to wellbeing, inclusion, and innovation because creating inspiring environments starts with creating an inspiring workplace. When your path leads to Story House, you’ll find a place where the pieces just fit.
Educators work closely with families to support each baby’s routines, comfort and developmental needs. Children regularly head out on community excursions to nearby locations and welcome special guests into the centre. Visitors such as librarians, emergency services and dancers bring new people, stories and experiences into the program. Children have space to learn and explore outdoors, with a bike track, climbing fort and vegetable garden. These areas give children room to ride, climb, garden, move their bodies and enjoy active play throughout the day. Most families are entitled to the Child Care Subsidy, which makes early learning significantly more affordable.
Once your paperwork is complete, your child is ready to start their early learning journey with us. Educators plan play-based learning experiences based on children’s interests and goals. Our centre is an extension of home, where children can learn, grow, and feel part of a supportive community.