Auburn Kindergarten And Childcare Centre Inc

Auburn Kindergarten And Childcare Centre Inc is a not-for-profit community-based early childhood education provider located in Hawthorn East, Victoria, Australia. Registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) under ABN 71391629625, the organisation delivers quality early learning programs and childcare services for children aged 3 to 6 years.

Programs and Services

The centre offers a range of educational programs designed to support children's development in a nurturing environment:

• 4-Year-Old Kindergarten: Known as the Dragonfly group, this is a funded, dedicated stand-alone sessional program tailored for children aged four years.
• 3-Year-Old Kindergarten: The Peppercorn group provides a dedicated stand-alone sessional program for three-year-old children.
• Waratah Program: Includes Kindi Care, which introduces children to social interaction with peers of similar age in a part-day format, ideal for those not requiring full-day attendance.

The centre combines long day care and sessional kindergarten programs, allowing flexibility for families while maintaining a strong focus on early childhood education.

Educational Approach and Facilities

Auburn Kindergarten And Childcare Centre prides itself on creating innovative, evolving play and learning spaces that foster inclusion, respect, and community. The environment encourages imaginative and physical play, recently enhanced through upgrades funded by the Building Blocks Improvement Grants program. These upgrades incorporated natural materials to enrich the outdoor play areas, supporting children's physical and creative development.

Staffed by experienced and highly qualified early childhood professionals, the centre adheres to the National Quality Framework (NQF) standards which ensure high-quality care and education through improved staff-to-child ratios and continuous quality improvement systems.

Community and Reputation

The centre enjoys a positive reputation among parents for its thoughtful, caring educators and supportive community atmosphere. Families appreciate the seamless integration of long day care and kindergarten options, as well as the centre’s commitment to nurturing each child's interests and needs in a welcoming setting.

Governance and Funding

As a registered charity, Auburn Kindergarten And Childcare Centre Inc operates on a community-based, not-for-profit model, reinvesting resources to sustain and enhance program quality and facilities. Funding support from government initiatives such as the Building Blocks Improvement Grants has enabled recent facility enhancements.

Auburn Kindergarten And Childcare Centre Inc represents a community-focused organization dedicated to high standards of early childhood education and care, contributing positively to the development and well-being of children in the Hawthorn East region.

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