Learn
Play &
Grow
Providing care and education to the Darebin Community for over 54 years.
Sunsmart
We are a Sun smart centre
monitoring the UV levels throughout
the day adhereing with our
sun protection policy
Local SunSmart UV rating
We have provided care and education to the Community for over 54 years. Our approach is educational, inclusive and promotes children’s holistic development and values.
Long Day Care: For children aged 6 months to 6 years
We have three rooms that we call, Duckling (6mnths-2yrs), Penguin (2yrs-3yrs) & Rosella (3yrs-6yrs).
3-year-old Pre-Kindegarten Funded Sessional & Integrated Programs
Sessional program on a Wednesday, from 9:15am – 4:15pm.
Integrated session Monday or Tuesday, from 9:15am – 4:15pm.
* Reservoir = Sessional & Integrated Option
* Preston = 3 year old Kindergarten - Integrated Option Only
4-year-old Funded Sessional & Integrated Kindergarten Programs
We have two Kindergarten teachers with two groups available. The sessions run on a Monday & Tuesday (red group) or Thursday & Friday (green group), from 8:30am – 4:45pm.
* Reservoir = Sessional & Integrated Option
* Preston = 4 year old Kindergarten – Sessional and Integrated Option.
*Integrated Kindergarten children can attend the centre before and after the session time in Long Day Care which attracts CCS (Child Care Subsidy)
Busy but don’t want to miss out?
See, Learn and Experience more of your child’s day.
Do you wonder what your child is doing when you’re not there? Storypark allows educators to send you updates, photos and videos while they work with your child.
Better understanding your child’s learning can help you improve their personal development.
Storypark is a safe and secure site which is owned and controlled by you. Parents are the administrators of their child’s account, and the owners of all photos, videos and content.
OUR LOCATIONS
Our centres are designed to enhance learning in an inclusive and nurturing environment
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
An inclusive and holistic childcare and kindergarten serving the Preston community.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
An inclusive and holistic childcare and kindergarten serving the Reservoir community
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PARENT ENGAGEMENT
Collaboration is key to our community
Committee of Management
Our centres are a non-profit organisation occupying council buildings, but not operated by City of Darebin. We rely heavily on parent involvement to enable the implementation of the day to day operation of the centres to meet families needs.
We hold meetings on the last Wednesday on each month commencing at 7pm for about 1 hour. All parents are welcome to join the committee.
FAQ
What parents often ask
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A new online portal is available for families registering with the Darebin Child Care Registration System. To register your child online visit: City of Darebin
After the registration is submitted, you will receive an email confirming the registration. A registration is not complete until you receive a confirmation email.
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This will depend on how many families are already on the waiting list, the availability in the rooms and the amount of days you require.
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Once you have registered, you will receive an email from Darebin Council confirming that you are on the waiting list. When a position is available you will receive a call from Darebin Council (centralised waiting list. After you have accepted the position DCC&K will be in contact via email provided.
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City Of Darebin Centralised Waiting List
Phone: (03) 8470 8825
Fax: (03) 8470 8877
Email: mailbox@darebin.vic.gov.au