{"id":1229,"date":"2025-04-28T12:53:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T02:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/?page_id=1229"},"modified":"2026-04-17T23:58:00","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T13:58:00","slug":"kindergarten-st-albans","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/our-centres\/kindergarten-st-albans","title":{"rendered":"Kindergarten St Albans"},"content":{"rendered":"    <section id=\"g8-centre-banner_0_66b99f2477b65\" class=\"g8-centre-banner has-availability primary  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__inner-container--images\">\n                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__main-slides swiper\">\n                                    <div 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Centre<\/h1>\n                                                                                                    <style>\n                                        :root {\n                                            --availability-color: #5FB529;\n                                            --availability-color--light: #bfe1a9;\n                                        }\n                                    <\/style>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__availability-status\">\n                                        <span class=\"g8-centre-banner__availability-status__icon-container\">\n                                            <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-check-circle\"><\/i>\n                                        <\/span>\n                                        <span class=\"g8-centre-banner__availability-status__label\">\n                                            Places available                                        <\/span>\n                     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                              <span>Monday<\/span>\n                                                        <span>6:30\u202fAM\u2009\u2013\u20096:00\u202fPM<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__sub-list\">\n                                                        <span>Tuesday<\/span>\n                                                        <span>6:30\u202fAM\u2009\u2013\u20096:00\u202fPM<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__sub-list\">\n                                                        <span>Wednesday<\/span>\n                                                        <span>6:30\u202fAM\u2009\u2013\u20096:00\u202fPM<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__sub-list\">\n                                                        <span>Thursday<\/span>\n                                                        <span>6:30\u202fAM\u2009\u2013\u20096:00\u202fPM<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__sub-list\">\n                                                        <span>Friday<\/span>\n                                                        <span>6:30\u202fAM\u2009\u2013\u20096:00\u202fPM<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                                                <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__link\">\n                                                                                            <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-medal-ribbon-star\"><\/i>                                                <span>Nursery, Toddler, Kindergarten<\/span>\n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__badge-review\">\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__badge-group\">\n                                                                                                                                    <div 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<span>37<\/span><span> reviews<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/a>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        \n        \n                    <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__availability-container\">\n                <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__availability\">\n                                            <h2 class=\"g8-centre-banner__availability-title\">Enrolment availability<\/h2>\n                    \n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-banner__availability-body g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>The information below gives an indication of current availability at the centre.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                    \n                    <ul 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It\u2019s the perfect time to discover a place where your child can learn, grow and belong.<\/p>\n<p>Come and experience how we support your child\u2019s individual learning journey.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-cta__buttons-group\">\n                                                                                                            <a href=\"\/book-a-tour?centre=st-albans-main-road-east-early-learning-centre\" id=\"g8-call-to-action_2_68bfb5dd9603c_cta_0\" class=\"g8-cta__button\" target=\"\" title=\"Book your tour today\"><span>Book your tour today<\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-image-content_2_66b99f2477b6e\" class=\"g8-image-content g8-block-container  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-image-content__container full no-image\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--image\">\n                                                                                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-pattern-star-heart pattern-one\"><\/i>\n                                                                                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-pattern-sun-pen pattern-two\"><\/i>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--content\">\n                                                                                        <h2 class=\"g8-image-content__title g8-block-subtitle\">Kindergarten in St Albans, VIC<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>Welcome to St Albans Main Road East Early Learning Centre. Our kindergarten and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/our-centres\/childcare-st-albans-main-road\">early learning centre<\/a> is ideally located for families in St Albans, Deer Park, Kings Park, and Sydenham.<\/p>\n<p>At our kindergarten in St Albans, we offer a welcoming and dynamic environment where children are supported to learn, grow, and thrive. Our inclusive program is built on national and Victorian early learning frameworks, focusing on key developmental milestones, including social-emotional skills, independence, early literacy, and problem-solving. Guided by passionate and experienced Early Childhood Teachers, children enjoy a wide range of enriching experiences\u2014like sports, dance, technology, art, and RAMSR sessions\u2014while also benefiting from strong school transition programs and community partnerships. With a committed team and active family involvement, we provide the ideal environment for confident learners and a successful start to school.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__buttons-group\">\n                                                                                                            <a href=\"\/book-a-tour?centre=st-albans-main-road-east-early-learning-centre\" class=\"g8-image-content__button\" target=\"\" title=\"Book a tour\"><span>Book a tour<\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                                                                <a href=\"\/enquire-now\/?centre=st-albans-main-road-east-early-learning-centre\" class=\"g8-image-content__button\" target=\"\" title=\"Enquire now\"><span>Enquire now<\/span><\/a>\n                                                        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                                                      <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-fifth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-3-playground-adventures\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Spacious outdoor environments<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-fifth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-1-passionate-qualified-team\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Qualified and experienced teachers<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-fifth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-8-chef-meals\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Chef-prepared meals<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-fifth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-2-gov-approved-program\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Government-approved Kindergarten program<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-fifth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-9-communication-app\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Family communication app<\/p>\n                                 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      <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Incursions\/excursions<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-fifth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-34-book\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Personalised learning plans<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-fifth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-square-academic-cap\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Local school connections<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-fifth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-23-sports-program\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Sports activities<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                         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                             <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__photo-container\">\n                                                    <picture class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__photo\">\n                                                        <source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\"\n                                                            srcset=\"https:\/\/api.g8education.edu.au\/\/uploads\/st_albans_childcare_centre_manager_2_3c257a3747.jpg\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/api.g8education.edu.au\/\/uploads\/st_albans_childcare_centre_manager_2_3c257a3747.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                                                    <\/picture>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                            \n                                            <div\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__content-container\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__name\">Helen<\/p>\n                                                <h3 class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__subtitle\">Centre Manager                                                <\/h3>\n                                                                                                    <p class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__year\">\n                                                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-calendar\"><\/i>\n                                                        16 years with our centre\n                                                    <\/p>\n                                                                                                                                                    <ul class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__qualifications\">\n                                                                                                                    <li>\n                                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-square-academic-cap\"><\/i>\n                                                                <span>Advanced Diploma of Children&#8217;s Services<\/span>\n                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                                                    <li>\n                                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-square-academic-cap\"><\/i>\n                                                                <span>Diploma of Community Services <\/span>\n                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                                            <\/ul>\n                                                                                                <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__short-content\">\n                                                    &#8220;We prioritise positive interactions and attentive listening to meet each child&#8217;s individual needs.&#8221;                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                    <div\n                                                        class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__full-content\">\n                                                        <p>My career in early childhood education began in 1996, and I joined St Albans Main Road East Early Learning Centre in 2010. From a young age, I was passionate about interacting with children. This passion inspired me to pursue a career in early education and childcare. As the Centre Manager, I am dedicated and passionate about my role. I find it rewarding to build positive relationships with families, children, and my team. <\/p> <p>Recognising that all children are unique with different needs, we strive to provide the best quality care. Our approach fosters a love of learning in a safe, caring, and nurturing environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We prioritise positive interactions and attentive listening to meet each child&#8217;s individual needs. <\/p> <p>Our team is dedicated to creating a home away from home for our families and children. We celebrate diversity, with many educators speaking various languages. We build positive relationships with families to ensure everyone feels welcome at our centre. We adhere to policies and procedures to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all team members, children, and families.  <\/p> <p>We guide new families through the enrolment process, providing support and assistance. We ensure families understand the requirements, including the enrolment form, activity test, and necessary documentation such as birth certificates and immunisation summaries. <\/p> <p>The team at St Albans Main Road East Early Learning Centre looks forward to meeting your family and starting this exciting journey together. <\/p>                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                            <a href=\"#\" class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__read-more\"><span>Read <span\n                                                                    class=\"more\">more<\/span><span class=\"less\">less<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__photo-container\">\n                                                    <picture class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__photo\">\n                                                        <source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\"\n                                                            srcset=\"https:\/\/api.g8education.edu.au\/\/uploads\/Kritika_st_albans_main_road_ECT_95a8f09978.jpg\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/api.g8education.edu.au\/\/uploads\/Kritika_st_albans_main_road_ECT_95a8f09978.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                                                    <\/picture>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                            \n                                            <div\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__content-container\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__name\">Kritika<\/p>\n                                                <h3 class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__subtitle\">Early Childhood Teacher (4-year-old Kinder)                                                <\/h3>\n                                                                                                                                                    <ul class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__qualifications\">\n                                                                                                                    <li>\n                                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-square-academic-cap\"><\/i>\n                                                                <span>Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood)<\/span>\n                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                                            <\/ul>\n                                                                                                <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__short-content\">\n                                                    &#8220;I love seeing the spark of curiosity in their eyes and supporting them as they explore, create, and discover the world around them.&#8221;                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                    <div\n                                                        class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__full-content\">\n                                                        <p>I\u2019m passionate about creating meaningful and engaging learning experiences for young children. Working with children has always been something I\u2019ve felt deeply committed to. I believe in the power of early education to shape a child\u2019s future, and I feel privileged to play a role in that journey. What inspires me most is the opportunity to truly listen to children\u2014their thoughts, ideas, and perspectives\u2014and use that understanding to build strong, respectful relationships.<\/p> <p>I take a child-centred approach in my teaching, which means I follow the interests and strengths of each child to guide our learning together. This approach helps children feel valued and confident, and gives them a sense of ownership over their learning. I love seeing the spark of curiosity in their eyes and supporting them as they explore, create, and discover the world around them.<\/p> <p>I look forward to working closely with you and your child throughout their kinder year. I\u2019m excited about the milestones we\u2019ll reach together as a class, and even more so about the individual growth each child will achieve. It\u2019s going to be a joyful, rewarding journey.<\/p>                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                            <a href=\"#\" class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__read-more\"><span>Read <span\n                                                                    class=\"more\">more<\/span><span class=\"less\">less<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__photo-container\">\n                                                    <picture class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__photo\">\n                                                        <source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\"\n                                                            srcset=\"https:\/\/api.g8education.edu.au\/\/uploads\/Nancy_st_albans_main_road_ECT_9e4df7bcab.jpg\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/api.g8education.edu.au\/\/uploads\/Nancy_st_albans_main_road_ECT_9e4df7bcab.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                                                    <\/picture>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                            \n                                            <div\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__content-container\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__name\">Nancy<\/p>\n                                                <h3 class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__subtitle\">Early Childhood Teacher (3-year-old Kinder)                                                <\/h3>\n                                                                                                                                                    <ul class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__qualifications\">\n                                                                                                                    <li>\n                                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-square-academic-cap\"><\/i>\n                                                                <span>Master of Teaching<\/span>\n                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                                            <\/ul>\n                                                                                                <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__short-content\">\n                                                    &#8220;I believe the first step in a child\u2019s learning journey is feeling a strong sense of belonging and connection\u2014to the environment, the educators, and their peers. &#8221;                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                    <div\n                                                        class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__full-content\">\n                                                        <p>I hold a Master of Teaching (Early Childhood) with a specialisation in Inclusion from Deakin University, and I am passionate about supporting young children through these important early years of learning.<\/p> <p>My teaching philosophy centres around the holistic development of each child. I believe the first step in a child\u2019s learning journey is feeling a strong sense of belonging and connection\u2014to the environment, the educators, and their peers. When children feel safe, supported, and valued, they are more open to exploring, learning, and growing.<\/p> <p>In our classroom, we view the environment as the children\u2019s first teacher. We intentionally design spaces that encourage curiosity, creativity, and self-discovery. Through play-based experiences and self-exploration, children begin to understand the world around them, build relationships, and develop confidence in their abilities.<\/p> <p>I look forward to working in partnership with you and your child as we navigate this exciting learning journey together.<\/p>                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                            <a href=\"#\" class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__read-more\"><span>Read <span\n                                                                    class=\"more\">more<\/span><span class=\"less\">less<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g8-slider-pagination-container\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__pagination g8-slider-pagination\"><\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__prev-button\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-left\"><\/i><\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__next-button\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/div>\n                            \n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-star-two\"><\/i>\n                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-three-lines\"><\/i>\n                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-book\"><\/i>\n                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-music\"><\/i>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-image-content_8_67ff26d2299bd\" class=\"g8-image-content g8-block-container  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-image-content__container full no-image\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--image\">\n                                                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--content\">\n                                                                                        <h2 class=\"g8-image-content__title g8-block-subtitle\">Our St Albans Kindergarten&#8217;s Philosophy<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>We believe that every child is an active participant in their learning journey. Our curriculum is built on the principles of the National Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF). Children are given opportunities to make decisions, explore their interests, and develop socially, emotionally, and intellectually through a hands-on, inclusive learning program. We actively involve families in our learning community and believe that strong relationships with families and caregivers help children succeed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-icon-card_8_66b99f2477b7c\" class=\"g8-icon-card  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-icon-card__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-icon-card__header g8-block-header\">\n                                                            <h2 class=\"g8-icon-card__title\">Our kindergarten learning goals<\/h2>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-icon-card__description g8-block-content\"><p>At our kindergarten in St Albans, children&#8217;s learning goals align with the Early Years Learning Framework and are tailored to each age group. Below are four key areas of development we focus on, represented in a format that makes it easy for families to understand how we support your child\u2019s growth:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__cards swiper\">\n                                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                                                            <div\n                                            class=\"g8-icon-card__card swiper-slide lg-one-fourth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-33-peer-play\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Social and emotional development<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">We help children build strong relationships, develop empathy, and learn to regulate their emotions through shared group experiences and mindfulness practices.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div\n                                            class=\"g8-icon-card__card swiper-slide lg-one-fourth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-28-language-development\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Language and literacy<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">Through storytelling, singing, and conversations, children develop vocabulary, listening, and early reading and writing skills to support school readiness.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div\n                                            class=\"g8-icon-card__card swiper-slide lg-one-fourth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-29-people-stimuli\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Independence and self-help skills<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">From dressing and toileting to managing belongings and making choices, children build confidence in their abilities to care for themselves and navigate daily routines.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div\n                                            class=\"g8-icon-card__card swiper-slide lg-one-fourth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-37-microscope\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Creative thinking and problem solving<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">We nurture children&#8217;s natural curiosity and cognitive growth with hands-on learning, early numeracy concepts, puzzles, games, and investigations that encourage creative thinking.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n      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Funding is available when a qualified Early Childhood Teacher delivers the Kinder program and is subject to scheduling and staffing resources.<\/p>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                        <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-image-content_12_67ff26d2299c5\" class=\"g8-image-content g8-block-container  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-image-content__container image-right\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--image\">\n                                                            <picture 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<h2 class=\"g8-image-content__title g8-block-subtitle\">Exciting extracurricular activities<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>Our kindergarten children enjoy a variety of engaging extracurricular activities designed to enhance learning:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Little Sports Heroes \u2013 Promoting physical development and teamwork through active play<\/li>\n<li>Technology Corner \u2013 A computer station in the 4-year-old room that supports digital learning and early tech skills<\/li>\n<li>Library incursions \u2013 Visits from the local library to build a love of books and storytelling<\/li>\n<li>Dance and movement \u2013 Creative expression and coordination through music and dance<\/li>\n<li>Art activities \u2013 Available all day to encourage creativity, sensory exploration, and self-expression<\/li>\n<li>Buddy program \u2013 A partnership with a local primary school where older students visit and interact with our kindergarteners through shared activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We also encourage family involvement through:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gardening \u2013 Families are invited to help children plant and care for a small garden<\/li>\n<li>Book sharing \u2013 Parents can participate in shared reading experiences<\/li>\n<li>Profession sharing \u2013 Families are invited to share insights about their careers and interests to support real-world connections<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-image-content_12_66b99f2477b83\" class=\"g8-image-content g8-block-container  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div 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                       <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--content\">\n                                                                                        <h2 class=\"g8-image-content__title g8-block-subtitle\">Daily rhythm and routine<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>We offer a balanced daily structure with flexibility to support child-led learning and exploration. All rooms participate in the RAMSR (Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation) program, designed to help children manage emotions and build coordination through music and movement.<\/p>\n<p>4-Year-Old Kindergarten<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Yarning circle with Acknowledgement of Country<\/li>\n<li>Choice of indoor or outdoor play<\/li>\n<li>Progressive lunch to support autonomy<\/li>\n<li>Free choice play with emphasis on social, literacy, and numeracy skills<\/li>\n<li>Sustainability activities and respectful interactions with peers and educators<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>3-Year-Old Kindergarten<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Developmental play time<\/li>\n<li>Yarning circle with songs and culturally inclusive stories<\/li>\n<li>RAMSR (Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation) program and coordination games<\/li>\n<li>Story-based learning and self-guided play<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Yoga and fitness programs are run onsite by our educators and embedded into the weekly routine.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-image-content_14_66b9a0064fce5\" class=\"g8-image-content g8-block-container  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-image-content__container image-right\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--image\">\n                                                            <picture class=\"g8-image-content__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/gb_kindypositioning_website_photos_1080x7205-1024x683.avif\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/gb_kindypositioning_website_photos_1080x7205-500x333.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/gb_kindypositioning_website_photos_1080x7205.jpg\" alt=\"gb_kindypositioning_website_photos_1080x7205\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--content\">\n                                                                                        <h2 class=\"g8-image-content__title g8-block-subtitle\">Local school partnerships<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>Our strong relationships with nearby schools support smooth transitions to primary school. We collaborate with St Albans Meadows Primary School and St Albans Heights Primary School in these areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Our educators prepare detailed transition statements to support each child&#8217;s move to school.<\/li>\n<li>Assist with additional documentation and share insights into each child&#8217;s development with future educators.<\/li>\n<li>Arrange Term 4 transition visits so children can explore school environments, meet teachers, and become familiar with classroom routines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We also host:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Kindergarten information evenings \u2013 Events where local school representatives are invited to connect with families. These sessions provide opportunities for families to ask questions, meet staff, and gain a deeper understanding of how our kindergarten program prepares children for their next step into formal education.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-image-content_16_66b99f2477b8a\" class=\"g8-image-content g8-block-container  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-image-content__container image-left\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--image\">\n                                                            <picture class=\"g8-image-content__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/g8_vic_kindergarten_digitalbanners_nov2023.png\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/g8_vic_kindergarten_digitalbanners_nov2023-500x333.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/g8_vic_kindergarten_digitalbanners_nov2023.png\" alt=\"G8_VIC_Kindergarten_DigitalBanners_Nov2023\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--content\">\n                                                                                        <h2 class=\"g8-image-content__title g8-block-subtitle\">Kindergarten program with long day care hours<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>Whether you\u2019re a parent who works, studies, or simply needs additional flexibility in your day, our enhanced learning program offers the perfect balance of quality early education and extended care. We provide access to the Victorian Government\u2019s \u201cBest Start, Best Life\u201d Kinder Program within a long daycare setting, ensuring children receive a structured, play-based learning experience while benefiting from longer care hours.<\/p>\n<p>Our centre offers flexible long daycare options, with session lengths of up to 9, 10, 11, or 12 hours, catering to different family needs. Plus, families can take advantage of our combined Kindergarten and Long Daycare program, which includes 15 hours per week, 600 hours per year, at low or no cost. ** This means your child gets the best start in their educational journey while you enjoy the convenience and support of extended care options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__buttons-group\">\n                                                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/family-information\/funded-kindergarten-preschool\/victoria\" class=\"g8-image-content__button\" target=\"\" title=\"Learn more about Free Kinder\"><span>Learn more about Free Kinder<\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-centre-fees_18_66b99f2477b8d\" class=\"g8-centre-fees g8-block-container  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__header-section\">\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__header-content\">\n                                                                    <h2 class=\"g8-centre-fees__title\">\n                                        Fees                                    <\/h2>\n                                \n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__description g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family\u2019s entitlements. In Victoria, your kindergarten-aged child could also be eligible for up to 15 hours per week of kinder at low or no cost, on top of your CCS savings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fees-card\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fees-grid\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-item\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-label\">\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-name\">Nursery                                            <\/p>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-age\">\n                                                0 &#8211; 2 years                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-amount\">\n                                            $182.65\/<span>day<\/span><\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-item\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-label\">\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-name\">Toddler                                            <\/p>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-age\">\n                                                2 &#8211; 4 years                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-amount\">\n                                            $182.65\/<span>day<\/span><\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-item\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-label\">\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-name\">Kindergarten<\/p>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-age\">\n                                                4 &#8211; 5 years                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-amount\">\n                                            $182.65\/<span>day<\/span>\n                                        <\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-two-leaves\"><\/i>\n                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-leaf\"><\/i>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                    <\/div>\n\n                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__content-container\">\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-indicator\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-indicator-bars\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-bar g8-centre-fees__step-bar--active\"><\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-bar\"><\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-label\">\n                                    Step 1: Family Information &#038; Financial State                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-section\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-content\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-header\">\n                                        <h3 class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-title\">\n                                            Child Care Subsidy Estimator                                        <\/h3>\n                                        <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-subtitle\">\n                                            Discover how much child care subsidy you may be entitled to by entering the fields below.                                        <\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <form id=\"g8-centre-fees\" class=\"g8-centre-fees__form g8-centre-fees\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form-group\">\n                                            <label\n                                                for=\"family-income\">Family Income<\/label>\n                                            <input type=\"text\"\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-fees-family-income g8-form-field--input mask-currency\"\n                                                id=\"family-income\" name=\"family-income\"\n                                                placeholder=\"Input amount\"\n                                                required=\"required\" \/>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form-group\">\n                                            <label\n                                                for=\"days-of-care\">Number of Days of Care<\/label>\n                                            <select class=\"g8-centre-fees-days-of-care g8-form-field--select\"\n                                                id=\"days-of-care\" name=\"days-of-care\" required=\"required\">\n                                                <option value=\"\" selected disabled>\n                                                    Input days                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"1\">1<\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"2\">2<\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"3\">3<\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"4\">4<\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"5\">5<\/option>\n                                            <\/select>\n                                            <small class=\"g8-centre-fees__days-hint\">**1-4 days =\n                                                11.5 hour sessions, 5 days = 100 hours<\/small>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__hint-box\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__hint-content\">\n                                                <p><strong>Changes to CCS &#8211; The 3-Day Guarantee (Starting 5th January 2026)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Australian Government is replacing the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) Activity Test from 5th January 2026, to provide a min. 72 hours per fortnight or 3 days per week of subsidised early childhood education and care (ECEC) for eligible families.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form-group\">\n                                            <label for=\"age-group\">Age Group<\/label>\n                                            <select class=\"g8-centre-fees-age-group g8-form-field--select\" id=\"age-group\"\n                                                name=\"age-group\" required=\"required\">\n                                                <option value=\"\" selected disabled>\n                                                    Choose your service                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option\n                                                    value=\"VIC|nursery|182.65\">\n                                                    Nursery (0 &#8211; 2 years)                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option\n                                                    value=\"VIC|toddler|182.65\">\n                                                    Toddler (2 &#8211; 4 years)                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"VIC|3yr-kindergarten|182.65\">Kindergarten (3 &#8211; 4 years)<\/option><option value=\"VIC|4yr-kindergarten|182.65\">Kindergarten (4 &#8211; 5 years)<\/option>                                            <\/select>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form-group g8-form-group--check\">\n                                            <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"agree-privacy-policy\"\n                                                class=\"g8-agree-privacy-policy form-check-input g8-form-field--check\"\n                                                name=\"agree-privacy-policy\">\n                                            <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-check\"><\/i>\n                                            <label class=\"form-check-label\" for=\"agree-privacy-policy\">\n                                                <p>I have read and agree to G8 Education&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/g8education.edu.au\/privacy-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Privacy Policy.<\/a><\/p>                                            <\/label>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <input type=\"hidden\" id=\"centre-daily-hours\" name=\"centre-daily-hours\"\n                                            value=\"11.5\" \/>\n                                        <input type=\"hidden\" id=\"centre-nsw-seifa-rating\" name=\"centre-nsw-seifa-rating\"\n                                            value=\"10\" \/>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form__submit-container\">\n                                            <button type=\"submit\" class=\"g8-form__submit g8-centre-fees__calculate-btn\"\n                                                aria-label=\"Calculate\"\n                                                data-fee-nursery=\"182.65\"\n                                                data-fee-toddler=\"182.65\"\n                                                data-fee-kindergarten=\"182.65\">\n                                                <span>Calculate<\/span>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/form>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-section visually-hidden--force\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-header-content\">\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-title\">2026 3-Day Guarantee                                            <\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-subtitle\">\n                                                From 5th January 2026, based on the information you have entered, here&#039;s an estimate of your CCS entitlements and your out-of-pocket costs.                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-cards\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-label\">\n                                                    Total Fees                                                <\/p>\n                                                <p\n                                                    class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-value g8-centre-fees__result__total-fees\">\n                                                    $0.00<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-label\">\n                                                    Estimated CCS Fee Subsidy                                                <\/p>\n                                                <p\n                                                    class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-value g8-centre-fees__result__subsidy\">\n                                                    $0.00<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card kindergarten-subsidy__container visually-hidden--force\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-label\">\n                                                    Kindergarten\/Preschool Subsidy                                                <\/p>\n                                                <p\n                                                    class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-value g8-centre-fees__result__kindergarten-subsidy\">\n                                                    $0.00<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card g8-centre-fees__result-card--highlight\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-label\">\n                                                    Out of Pocket Cost (what you pay)                                                <\/p>\n                                                <p\n                                                    class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-value g8-centre-fees__result__out-of-pocket-cost\">\n                                                    $0.00<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-section\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-header\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-header-content\">\n         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Check the out-of-pocket cost matrix per child against session lengths and weekly days below. Please note: The table in the matrix only shows out-of-pocket costs after CCS (Child Care Subsidy).<\/p>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <button type=\"button\"\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-toggle g8-centre-fees__matrix-toggle--show\"\n                                                aria-label=\"See matrix\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                                <span>See matrix<\/span>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-content visually-hidden--force\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-table\">\n                                                <div class=\"table-responsive\">\n                                                    <table class=\"table\">\n                                                        <thead>\n                                                            <tr>\n                                                                <th>Child 1<\/th>\n                                                                <th>1 Day<\/th>\n                                                                <th>2 Days<\/th>\n                                                                <th>3 Days<\/th>\n                                                                <th>4 Days<\/th>\n                                                                <th>5 Days<\/th>\n                                                            <\/tr>\n                                                        <\/thead>\n                                                        <tbody>\n                                                            <!-- Matrix rows will be dynamically generated based on centre daily hours -->\n                                                        <\/tbody>\n                                                    <\/table>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-kindergarten-note visually-hidden--force\">\n                                                <p>*Kindergarten\/preschool subsidy applied:                                                    <strong\n                                                        class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-kindergarten-amount\">$0.00<\/strong>\n                                                <\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-footer\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__disclaimer-section\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__disclaimer\">\n                                                    <p>*This estimator provides an estimate only and is based on the following assumptions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Accuracy and currency of family income information entered.<\/li>\n<li>Family CCS entitlements include 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight. Please note your family may be entitled to less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight &#8211; if you are unsure we recommend you use the comprehensive CCS estimator in the link below.<\/li>\n<li>Where 1-4 days of care is selected, full day sessions apply (being full operational hours of the centre, which can vary between centres).<\/li>\n<li>Where 5 days of care is selected, 10-hour per day sessions apply (ie, 50 hours p\/w to optimise 100 hours of CCS subsidised care across the fortnight).<\/li>\n<li>Where a family&#8217;s CCS entitlements include less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight, please use the comprehensive CCS calculator as a guide.<\/li>\n<li>NSW Preschool Fee Relief is effective from 1st January 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                                                                                                            <div class=\"disclaimer-full\">\n                                                            <p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Kindergarten\/preschool subsidy is subject to State Government specific requirements including child age eligibility criteria and the delivery of the funded program by an Early Childhood Teacher on the day the subsidy is claimed by the family. Calculations herein are based on the assumption all eligibility criteria is met. Please contact your centre for detailed information.<\/p>\n                                                        <\/div>\n                                                        <a href=\"#\"\n                                                            class=\"read-more-toggle\">Read more<\/a>\n                                                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                    <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-actions\">\n                                            <button type=\"button\"\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-fees__action-btn g8-centre-fees__back-btn\">\n                                                <span>Back<\/span>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-actions-group\">\n          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6189&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\\\/our-centres\\\/childcare-sunshine-west&quot;,&quot;allow_booking&quot;:null,&quot;book_a_tour_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\\\/book-a-tour\\\/?centre=glen-gala-childrens-centre\\r&quot;,&quot;google_review_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/widgets.reputation.com\\\/widgets\\\/667ce80434e27014029cffe1\\\/run?tk=ade61325c98&quot;,&quot;google_place_id&quot;:&quot;ChIJzb5q8CFg1moR0mYmsLumwaw&quot;,&quot;notification&quot;:null,&quot;notification_expired_by&quot;:null,&quot;availability_monday&quot;:37.6,&quot;availability_tuesday&quot;:35.5,&quot;availability_wednesday&quot;:46.2,&quot;availability_thursday&quot;:46.2,&quot;availability_friday&quot;:36.6,&quot;distance&quot;:5.404614561484974,&quot;photos&quot;:[null,null,null,null,null,null],&quot;brand&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:17,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Early Learning Services&quot;},&quot;badges&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:2,&quot;link&quot;:null,&quot;badgeImage&quot;:null},{&quot;id&quot;:5,&quot;link&quot;:null,&quot;badgeImage&quot;:null}],&quot;groups&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:5,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Kindergarten Victoria&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:16,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Melbourne West&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:17,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Greater Melbourne&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:30,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;VIC kindy info night&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:58,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;VIC Centres&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:96,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;RLP - Deer Park&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:103,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;National tour week&quot;}],&quot;services&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:1,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Nursery&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:2,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Toddler&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:3,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Kindergarten&quot;}],&quot;availability_status&quot;:{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Places available&quot;,&quot;colorCode&quot;:&quot;#5FB529&quot;}}]'>\n                                \n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__content-container\">\n                                                                    <h2 class=\"g8-centres-nearby__title g8-block-subtitle\">Explore nearby G8 Education centres<\/h2>\n                                \n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__content g8-block-content\"><p>Looking for other great childcare, kindergarten or preschool options? Discover more G8 Education centres near you!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                \n                                                                    <ul class=\"g8-centres-nearby__centres\">\n                                                                                    <li>\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/our-centres\/childcare-st-albans-sweet-sounds\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-map-point\"><\/i>\n                                                    <div>\n                                                        <p>St Albans Sweet Sounds Early Learning Centre<\/p>\n                                                        <span>1.28km<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-right\"><\/i>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                    <li>\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pelicanchildcare.com.au\/our-centres\/childcare-cairnlea\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-map-point\"><\/i>\n                                                    <div>\n                                                        <p>Pelican Early Learning Cairnlea<\/p>\n                                                        <span>2.42km<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-right\"><\/i>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                    <li>\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/our-centres\/childcare-sunshine-west\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-map-point\"><\/i>\n                                                    <div>\n                                                        <p>Glen Gala Children&#8217;s Centre<\/p>\n                                                        <span>5.40km<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-right\"><\/i>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/li>\n                                                                            <\/ul>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\" class=\"g8-accordion dark  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__title g8-block-title\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n                                                    <div class=\"accordion accordion-flush g8-accordion__items\" id=\"g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-0\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-0\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What\u2019s the difference between sessional kindergarten and the kindergarten program offered in long day care centres?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-0\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>In Australia, sessional kindergartens or preschools are usually operated by local government, religious organisations, schools, private organisations or the community. They usually run during school term and school hours, meaning the program runs for 40 weeks per year, with most sessions finishing up around 2 pm, over 2-3 days per week.<\/p>\n<p>The kindergarten or preschool program is also offered in long day care centres. Most long day care centres are open from 7:00 AM. to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday with flexible drop-off\/pick-up times to better accommodate busy working families. Long day care centres run 52 weeks per year, meaning your child would not miss out on valuable learning opportunities during school holidays.<\/p>\n<p>Nutritional meals and snacks are covered in long day care centres, so you don\u2019t have to worry about packing lunches.<\/p>\n<p>Child Care Subsidy still applies when your child attends the kindergarten or preschool programs offered in long day care services. Depending on your state or territory, different funding options can be combined with your Child Care Subsidy savings, making kindergarten or preschool more affordable for your family.<\/p>\n<p>Essentially, there is no difference between the curriculums adopted by long day care and sessional kindergarten or preschool providers. They are both run by qualified early childhood teachers, and they all align with Early Years Learning Framework, focusing on supporting individual children\u2019s development, interests and needs through play-based and intentional learning experiences.<\/p>\n<p>If your child is already settled at a long day care centre, they have the opportunity to stay in a familiar environment, transitioning together with their friends.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-1\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">How does my child become eligible for \u2018free\u2019 Kindergarten in Victoria?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-1\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>To receive the Best Start, Best Life Kinder subsidy, your child needs to turn 4 years on or before 30th April 2024 and enrolled in a funded Kindergarten program in 2024. For 3 year old Kindergarten, to be eligible your child must be 3 on or before 30th April 2024 and enrolled in a funded Kindergarten program in 2024. Your child must attend a minimum of 2 days of Kinder per week, across which can be applied over 52 weeks of the year.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-2\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">When does \u2018free\u2019 kindergarten apply?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-2\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>The government subsidised kindergarten hours apply to 15 hours a week which can be applied over 52 weeks.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-3\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">Can I attend 7.5 hours on 2 days for \u2018free\u2019? <\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-3\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>The 7.5 hours free kinder is delivered during our long day care hours at our centres. The VIC Government is subsidising 7.5 hours of your long day care Kinder day, therefore there will be a reduced out of pocket cost on these days.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-4\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">How many days each week does the kindergarten program run, is it every day or just set days?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-4\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>All our kindergarten programs run every day of the week. This means families have the flexibility for their child\/ren to receive the highest quality learning experiences on days that best support them.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-5\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-5\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What happens in the weeks\/days that aren\u2019t government \u2018Free Kinder\u2019?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-5\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>The benefit of attending a G8 Education long day care centre is our enhanced learning program combines play-based long daycare programming plus the government approved Best Start, Best Life Kindergarten program. Our program runs 5 days a week for 52 weeks of the year. During the period where the government funded kindergarten does not apply, your CCS will reduce your out of pocket expense.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-6\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-6\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">Can I attend more than 2 days?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-6\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>The Victorian Government will subsidise 15 hours per week over, 600 hours per year which can be applied over 52 weeks (minimum 2 days per week). As a long day care provider, we offer a 5 day per week program and your child can attend more than 2 days per week. If you are eligible for the Childcare Subsidy (CCS), the CCS will apply on these additional days and reduce your out-of-pocket costs. Attending 2 days or more supports your child\u2019s learning, development and wellbeing to experience a successful school transition as a more confident and engaged learner.<\/p>\n<p>Attending Kindergarten at G8 Education centres means your child will benefit from our enhanced learning program that combines play-based long daycare with the VIC Government funded Kindergarten.<\/p>\n<p>Busy families will be reassured with year-round care that develops holistic school readiness. More than numeracy and literacy, our program fosters emotional and social development and resilience and self-regulation for healthy bodies and minds.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-7\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-7\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">My child attends multiple centres can I access the funding at both?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-7\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>No, you can only access funding at one centre for 15 hours a week, which can be applied over 52 weeks.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-8\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-8\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">Will the funding impact my CCS or activity hours?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-8\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>This is an additional subsidy from the Victorian Government that will apply to a portion of your fees after the Childcare Subsidy is applied. The percentage of CCS your family is entitled to for non-funded Kindergarten program hours will not change.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-9\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-9\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">I do not receive CCS. Am I eligible for free kindy?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-9\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>We have good news for families who are not eligible for CCS.<\/p>\n<p>The VIC Government will subsidise the 15 hours per week of free Kindergarten, which can be applied across 52 weeks. Outside of these subsidised hours, full fees will be applied.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-10\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-10\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What types of kindergarten programs are offered for children by G8 centres in Victoria?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-10\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>All our kindergarten programs follow the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), a national learning framework for Australia. These programs are informed by qualified and passionate Early Childhood Educators and Teachers. Our Curriculum accommodates each individual child\u2019s learning, development, and well-being.<\/p>\n<p>Kindergarten provides a unique time for children to further develop their positive dispositions to learning, oral language skills, and social\/emotional and physical capabilities.<\/p>\n<p>To learn more about the wonderful learning opportunities at the centre of your choice, reach out to the Centre Manager.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-11\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-11\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">Are there any differences between the different G8 Education early learning brands?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-11\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>G8 Education owns 21 well-respected and recognised early education brands across Australia. Together, we are one team of 9,500 dedicated, passionate and supportive team members and experienced educators committed to empowering children and helping them develop and grow.<\/p>\n<p>Our approach to early childhood education, high-quality programs and services, as well as our operational policies and procedures are consistent across all G8 brands. Every child in our care is individually nurtured and supported throughout their learning journey. The quality of education and care that our families receive is consistent across every G8 centre.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-12\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-12\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">When does the kindergarten program start?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-12\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>At G8 Education centres, we offer families year-round programming.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-13\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-13\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">Where can I find a G8 centre in Victoria with available spaces for this year or next year?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-13\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>G8 Education has over 400 centres across Australia and 100+ centres in Victoria. You can find a centre near you by using our map search tool above. Simply enter your postcode and click search to get started. You will be provided with a list of all centres surrounding your desired location.<\/p>\n<p>The best way to get accurate availability for G8 centres is to speak with our Family Support team either through Live Chat on the website or by calling them on <a href=\"tel:0756446900\">07 5644 6900.<\/a><\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-14\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-14\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What time do most G8 Education long day care centres open?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-14\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>Most of our G8 long day care centres are open from 6.30 am to 6.30 pm on weekdays. However, some centres open earlier or close later to support your busy family life! We encourage you to contact your local centre about their opening times using our Web Chat or calling our Family support team on <a href=\"tel:0756446900\">07 5644 6900<\/a>.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What\\u2019s the difference between sessional kindergarten and the kindergarten program offered in long day care centres?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"In Australia, sessional kindergartens or preschools are usually operated by local government, religious organisations, schools, private organisations or the community. 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