BUNINYONG CHILDCARE CENTRE
A play-based curriculum that builds confident learners
Our curriculum draws on both the national and Victorian Early Years Learning Frameworks. We work in partnership with every family, and our daily program is filled with play-based learning, giving children chances to create, discover, improvise and imagine.
Discover curriculum7am–6pm
Monday to Friday
Four age-based rooms
Babies through to kindergarten
Meals & essentials
Included in daily care
Family connection
Daily reflections & updates
Curriculum / 01
Five outcomes for every child
Children have a strong sense of identity
Children are connected with, and contribute to, their world
Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
Children are confident and involved learners
Children are effective communicators
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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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Key learning areas
Numeracy
Literacy
Science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM)
Cognitive development
Social and emotional awareness
Physical development
Expressive arts
Environmental sustainability
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Keeping families in the picture
Each room shares a reflection of your child's day and a photographic diary of each age group's activities. Our learning curriculum is on display in every room, and parents are encouraged to read it, take part in planning and give feedback.
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Natural outdoor space
Our open-space yard has real grass and plenty of open-ended play. Children run, dig, explore and grow, with a veggie garden supporting our garden-to-plate learning.
Explore facilitiesOur 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 2641What ages do you care for?
We welcome children aged 0 to 6 across our Babies/Nursery, Toddler, 3-Year-Old and 4-Year-Old Kindergarten rooms. Call us to check availability for your child's age.
What are your opening hours?
We are open from 7:00am to 6:00pm, Monday to Friday.
Do you offer funded kindergarten?
Yes. We offer funded 3 and 4-year-old kindergarten as part of our long day care program.
What is included in the fees?
We supply nappies, milk (soy, oat, rice or other), sunscreen and all meals, so you do not need to pack them. Ask our team for current fees and how the Child Care Subsidy may apply to your family.
Can I book casual days?
Yes. Casual days are available when we have space. Contact us to check what is available.
Do you welcome children with additional needs?
Absolutely. Children with additional needs, anxiety, learning difficulties or separation issues are warmly welcomed, and we have a quiet space available.
How do I enrol?
Book a tour, then enrol online. After you enrol, you are invited to attend with your child to help them settle in.
See it in action
Tours run Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and weekends by appointment. Call 03 5341 2641.
309 Learmonth Street, Buninyong