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Babies/Nursery Room
A calm, nurturing space for our youngest children.
BUNINYONG CHILDCARE CENTRE
Child care for Ballarat families, just out of the city
Ballarat has plenty of child care choices, but few that feel like a village. Buninyong Childcare Centre is about 11 kilometres from central Ballarat, in a quieter setting with real grass underfoot and a team that gets to know every child.
Explore care for Ballarat families7am–6pm
Monday to Friday
Four age-based rooms
Babies through to kindergarten
Meals & essentials
Included in daily care
Family connection
Daily reflections & updates
We are open from 7:00am to 6:00pm, Monday to Friday, which gives you time to commute, work and be back for pick-up. Our centre is at 309 Learmonth Street, Buninyong.
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Why Ballarat families make the trip
A village setting. A heritage building next to the Buninyong Town Hall, with a natural outdoor play space.
Everything included. Nappies, milk, sunscreen and fresh meals are provided.
Funded kindergarten. Funded 3 and 4-year-old kindergarten sits within our long day care.
Flexible days. Full time, part time and casual days, plus before and after school care and school holiday programs.
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Our rooms
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Toddler Room
Room to explore, move and build independence.
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3-Year-Old Room
Where kindergarten learning begins through play.
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4-Year-Old Kindergarten
A school-ready year with plenty of challenge and fun.
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How learning works
Each child's knowledge, ideas, culture, abilities and interests are the foundation of the program.
Children are encouraged to make choices and decisions that shape their world.
Indoor and outdoor spaces are age, developmentally and culturally appropriate. Parents and children are invited to contribute ideas.
Educators use intentional teaching to extend each child's learning.
Meal times are unhurried social occasions, and older children are taught relaxation techniques.
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Our enrolment options
| Option | What it means |
|---|---|
| Full time | Five permanent days, Monday to Friday |
| Part time | One to four permanent days |
| Extra days | An extra casual day on request, subject to availability |
Our parent community
Real families. Real experiences.
Hear from the families who know Buninyong Childcare Centre, and see the moments we share with our community.
A little reassurance
Frequently asked questions
Have something else on your mind? We're happy to talk.
03 5341 2641How far is Buninyong from Ballarat?
Buninyong is about 11 kilometres from central Ballarat. Book a tour to see whether the drive suits your routine.
Do you take children from across Ballarat?
Yes. Families travel to us from many Ballarat suburbs.
Your visit to Buninyong
A village setting for Ballarat families
Our centre is in Buninyong. Visit us to explore the rooms and outdoor spaces, meet our educators and see how the journey fits your family's routine.
- Find our centre
- 309 Learmonth Street, Buninyong VIC 3357
- Tour times
- Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm; weekends by appointment
Our wider community
Areas we serve
Welcoming families from Ballarat and surrounding communities to our centre in Buninyong.
Visit us from Ballarat
Call 03 5341 2641 or book a tour online.
309 Learmonth Street, Buninyong