Through Road Child Care Assoc Inc

Through Road Child Care Assoc Inc is a community-based, nonprofit organization providing early childhood education and care services in Victoria, Australia. The organization operates Through Road Early Learning (TREL), a long day care centre that offers a high level of care and educational programs for children from six months to six years of age[1][2].

Services and Programs

Through Road Early Learning provides a comprehensive childcare service incorporating both a funded 3-year-old and 4-year-old kindergarten program. The centre accommodates up to 44 children daily, offering both full-time and part-time places. The programs are designed to support early childhood development within a nurturing and safe environment, ensuring high staff-to-child ratios and employing a dedicated team of qualified professionals[1][4].

Community Involvement and Governance

TREL is managed entirely by a committee of parents, making it a truly community-driven resource. This governance model allows for active parental involvement in decision-making processes and ensures that the centre’s operations are aligned with the needs and values of the local community[1].

Child Safety and Cultural Respect

The organization emphasizes child safety, maintaining a zero-tolerance policy towards abuse or harm. Leadership at TREL actively promotes and models child-safe practices to uphold a culture where children’s wellbeing is paramount. Furthermore, Through Road Early Learning fosters a culturally safe environment where the diverse identities and experiences of Aboriginal children and young people are respected and valued. The centre implements strategies that encourage children to express their cultural heritage and enjoy their cultural rights[1].

Locations

Through Road Child Care Assoc Inc services extend across several locations in Victoria, including Camberwell, Burwood, Surrey Hills, Glen Iris, and Box Hill, providing accessible early learning opportunities across these communities[5].

Recognition and Registration

The organisation's services are officially recognized and approved under Australian national childcare regulatory standards. Through Road Early Learning holds a Service Approval (No. SE-00002854) and complies with regulatory requirements for centre-based care[4].

Through Road Child Care Assoc Inc is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), reflecting its status as a charitable organization dedicated to delivering quality early childhood education and care[2][5].

[1] https://www.throughroad.org.au [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/b9b8a898-39af-e811-a963-000d3ad24077 [3] https://www.throughroad.org.au/contact [4] https://www.acecqa.gov.au/resources/national-registers/services/through-road-child-care-centre [5] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/b9b8a898-39af-e811-a963-000d3ad24077/documents/6e3e0c95-c954-ed11-9562-002248122521