{"id":187,"date":"2024-08-13T16:19:47","date_gmt":"2024-08-13T06:19:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/?page_id=187"},"modified":"2025-12-31T09:21:39","modified_gmt":"2025-12-30T23:21:39","slug":"childcare-st-albans-main-road","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/our-centres\/childcare-st-albans-main-road","title":{"rendered":"Childcare St Albans Main Road"},"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                                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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      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                                                  <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 class=\"g8-centre-banner__badge\">\n                       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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_68bfb5bead2ff_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\">Childcare and 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 daycare and early learning centre is ideally located for families in St Albans, Deer Park, Kings Park, and Sydenham. St Albans Main Road East Early Learning Centre offers long day care and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/our-centres\/kindergarten-st-albans\">a kindergarten program<\/a> for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, with extended hours to suit busy families.<\/p>\n<p>Our purpose-built daycare and kindergarten centre in St Albans offers innovative early learning programs in a safe and nurturing environment. Our St Albans childcare centre features three spacious outdoor play areas for children to explore, including bike tracks in the toddler and kinder yards and a climbing fort in the kinder yard. Surrounded by abundant plants and trees, our purpose-built indoor and outdoor spaces offer natural resources for learning and exploration. We have long-standing team of educators who have been here for over 10 years, providing a safe and nurturing environment. Our Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher delivers a Government-approved Kindergarten program that prepares children for a smooth transition to school. Many families return with siblings, appreciating our family atmosphere. We offer weekly sports programs and various incursions, including farm animals, dance programs, and cultural activities. Community walks to local spots are another favourite among children and educators.<\/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                                                                                                    <\/div>\n       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         <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-sixth\">\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-sixth\">\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\">Passionate, qualified educators<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-sixth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-5-nappy\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Nappies and wipes provided<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-sixth\">\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-sixth\">\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-sixth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-46-child-notebook\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Individual learning plans<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-sixth\">\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                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-sixth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-4-flexible-hours\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Extended\/flexible hours<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-sixth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-12-excursion-incursion\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Incursions\/excursions<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card one-sixth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-10-sunblock\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Sun protection aware<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div 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class=\"g8-centre-features__icon-card__description\">Sports activities<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n\n                                                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-centre-managers_6_66b99f2477b77\" class=\"g8-centre-managers  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__header g8-block-header\">\n                            <h2 class=\"g8-centre-managers__title\">Meet our team<\/h2>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div\n                                class=\"g8-centre-managers__slides swiper\">\n                                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\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\/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                                                        With the centre since 2010                                                    <\/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-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 innovative early learning programs<\/h2>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-icon-card__description g8-block-content\"><p>At our early learning centre in St Albans, our experienced educators and teachers continually seek innovative ways to enrich your child\u2019s education. Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, we offer a variety of engaging and diverse learning experiences, including:<\/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-leaf\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Sustainability<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">We open your child&#8217;s mind to the outdoors, raising their awareness of the environment and the importance of their role in protecting it. Our sustainability program emphasises using recyclable and natural resources, with children actively learning about watering plants and caring for the environment.  <\/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\">Inclusion<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">We create a sense of belonging for your child to ensure they feel heard and empowered to make choices, fostering their independence. We celebrate each child&#8217;s unique strengths, helping them to thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.<\/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-36-music\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Music and movement<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">Our evidence-based Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR) program is designed to develop fundamental skills that help support children\u2019s self-regulation, memory, and concentration. It is an innovative approach to holistic learning, development and well-being in early childhood.<\/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\">STEM<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">We encourage your child to ask questions, experiment, and problem-solve, all while engaging their natural curiosity. By fostering this inquisitive mindset, we help them develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the world around them.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-slider-pagination-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-icon-card__pagination g8-slider-pagination\"><\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-icon-card__prev-button\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-left\"><\/i><\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-icon-card__next-button\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-promotional-banner_10_673fd7a4efe68\" class=\"g8-promotional-banner  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-promotional-banner__container g8-block-container\">\n                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-promotional-banner__banner\">\n                                                                                                                        <a href=\"\/family-information\/funded-kindergarten-preschool\/victoria\" target=\"\" title=\"Learn more about Free Kinder\">\n                                                                                        <picture class=\"g8-promotional-banner__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/g8_vic_kindergarten_webbanners_072025-1024x223.png\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/g8_vic_kindergarten_webbanners_072025-500x109.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/g8_vic_kindergarten_webbanners_072025.png\" alt=\"g8_vic_kindergarten_webbanners_072025.png\" width=\"2347\" height=\"511\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <\/a>\n                                                                                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-promotional-banner__terms\">\n                                                                                            <a href=\"#\" class=\"read-more\">*Disclaimer<\/a>\n                                                <div class=\"g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-close-circle\"><\/i>\n                                                    <p style=\"text-align: left;\">*Free Kinder funding is subject to specific requirements and child eligibility. 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-slider_10_66b99f2477b80\" class=\"g8-slider  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-slider__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-slider__header g8-block-header\">\n                            <h2 class=\"g8-slider__title\">Age-appropriate early learning<\/h2>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slides swiper\">\n                                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-nursery.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-nursery-500x333.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-nursery.jpg\" alt=\"ELS-centre-nursery\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                    <h4 class=\"g8-slider__slide__subtitle\">(0-2 years)<\/h4>\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Nursery                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>Our nursery room is purposely designed to make every baby feel safe exploring and discovering new things. Our spaces are filled with sensory experiences and activities to encourage intentional and responsive play-based learning. We focus on building secure relationships between children and educators, closely following home routines, and supporting each child in meeting their developmental milestones.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__buttons-group\">\n                                                                                                                                                                                    <a href=\"\/childcare-and-early-education\/nursery\" class=\"g8-slider__button\"\n                                                                    target=\"\"\n                                                                    title=\"Our nursery rooms\"><span>Our nursery rooms<\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            &nbsp;\n                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Toddlers                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-toddler-3.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-toddler-3-500x333.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-toddler-3.jpg\" alt=\"ELS-centre-toddler-3\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                    <h4 class=\"g8-slider__slide__subtitle\">(2-3 years)<\/h4>\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Toddlers                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>Our toddler room is set up with intentional play-based learning in mind. Within the curriculum framework, play enables your toddler to develop fundamental skills for life-long learning. It also creates the perfect environment to socialise and form friendships. Our activities enhance language skills and promote collaborative group play, laying a strong foundation for their future learning experiences.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__buttons-group\">\n                                                                                                                                                                                    <a href=\"\/childcare-and-early-education\/toddlers\" class=\"g8-slider__button\"\n                                                                    target=\"\"\n                                                                    title=\"Our toddler rooms\"><span>Our toddler rooms<\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Nursery                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Kindergarten                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-kindy.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-kindy-500x333.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-kindy.jpg\" alt=\"ELS-centre-kindy\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Kindergarten                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>In our kindergarten room, our curriculum is tailored to accommodate your child\u2019s individual learning and development needs, which helps boost their enthusiasm, motivation, and willingness to learn. Through structured learning experiences, our Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher and educators are committed to helping your child gain the necessary skills for a successful transition into school and beyond.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__buttons-group\">\n                                                                                                                                                                                    <a href=\"\/childcare-and-early-education\/kindergarten-preschool\" class=\"g8-slider__button\"\n                                                                    target=\"\"\n                                                                    title=\"Our kindergarten rooms\"><span>Our kindergarten rooms<\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Toddlers                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            &nbsp;\n                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-slider-pagination-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__pagination g8-slider-pagination\"><\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g8-slider__prev-button\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-left\"><\/i><\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g8-slider__next-button\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/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 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\/08\/els-centre-kindergarten-program.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-kindergarten-program-500x333.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-kindergarten-program.jpg\" alt=\"ELS-centre-kindergarten-program\" 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\">Victorian Government-approved Kindergarten program<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>Our St Albans early learning centre offers the VIC Government-approved Kindergarten program, supporting your child\u2019s development and well-being from now, at school and beyond. 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.<\/p>\n<p>In Victoria, 3 and 4-year-old children are able to access a funded kindergarten program led by a Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher. If eligible, your child will be able to participate in the Government-approved Kindergarten program, at no cost, up to a minimum of 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year. Talk to us about how this reduces your out-of-pocket costs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__buttons-group\">\n                                                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/our-centres\/kindergarten-st-albans\" class=\"g8-image-content__button\" target=\"\" title=\"Learn more about our Kindergarten program\"><span>Learn more about our Kindergarten program<\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                    <\/div>\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-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\/2024\/08\/els-centre-page-food-2.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-page-food-2-500x333.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-centre-page-food-2.jpg\" alt=\"ELS-centre-page-food-2\" 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\">We\u2019re all about healthy, nutritious eating<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>Thanks to the in-house chef at our St Albans child care centre, your child can expect healthy, nutritious, and yummy meals. We offer a rotating seasonal menu, providing breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack freshly made daily. We cater to all dietary requirements, including halal. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-slider_14_66b99f2477b86\" class=\"g8-slider  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-slider__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-slider__header g8-block-header\">\n                            <h2 class=\"g8-slider__title\">What a typical day looks like for your child <\/h2>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slides swiper\">\n                                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-arrival-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-arrival-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-arrival-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-arrival-648x300-1.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Arrival at the centre                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>Your child will be welcomed by our team of educators, who will ensure the morning transition from home to centre goes as smoothly as possible. On arrival, share information about your child&#8217;s specific needs for the day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            &nbsp;\n                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Mealtimes                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-mealtime-2-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-mealtime-2-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-mealtime-2-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-mealtime-2-648x300-1.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Mealtimes                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>Our centre chefs prepare a nutritious menu for your child to sit down and eat. This is a great time for everyone to share stories from the day. Educators model healthy eating practices, social behaviours and support children\u2019s growing independence with mealtime routines.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Arrival at the centre                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Infant care                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-infant-care-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-infant-care-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-infant-care-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-infant-care-648x300-1.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Infant care                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>If you have an infant, we spend one-on-one time with them to establish a connection. Educators talk gently and respond to babies\u2019 cues. We use songs, games, and conversations to strengthen relationships and build language skills.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Mealtimes                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Play-based learning                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-play-based-learning-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-play-based-learning-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-play-based-learning-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-play-based-learning-648x300-1.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Play-based learning                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>Your child is naturally curious. They want to learn and explore, which is why we teach through play-based learning. It supports language, motor skills, memory, emotions and social relationships. Educators plan play-based learning experiences based on children\u2019s interests and goals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Infant care                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Sleep, rest and relaxation                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sleep-rest-slider.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sleep-rest-slider-500x231.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sleep-rest-slider.jpg\" alt=\"sleep-rest-slider\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Sleep, rest and relaxation                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>We match routines to your child\u2019s individual needs. Opportunities for rest and relaxation help make them feel safe. Play-based learning experiences are provided for older children who no longer don\u2019t sleep in centre.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Play-based learning                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Heading home                                            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                                            <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--content\">\n                                                                                        <h2 class=\"g8-image-content__title g8-block-subtitle\">Communicating with families<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>We prioritise clear and consistent communication with families to foster a strong partnership in supporting each child\u2019s development. We ensure families feel informed, involved, and confident in their child\u2019s early learning journey.<\/p>\n<p>Our families love hearing about their child\u2019s progress and the experiences they\u2019re having day to day. We share these moments through centre newsletters, our Xplor App, one-on-one meetings, and at various centre events.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__buttons-group\">\n                                                                                                            <a href=\"\/family-information\/family-communication\" class=\"g8-image-content__button\" target=\"\" title=\"How we communicate\"><span>How we communicate<\/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 can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family\u2019s entitlements.<\/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                                                <h5 class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-title\">\n                                                    Matrix Out of Pocket Cost                                                <\/h5>\n                                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-description\">\n                                                    <p>Is your CCS working for you? 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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        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-three-lines\"><\/i>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n            <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-centres-nearby_22_66d7db326273e\" class=\"g8-centres-nearby  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__inner-container\">\n                            <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__map\" id=\"g8-centres-nearby__map\" data-centres='[{&quot;id&quot;:1719,&quot;ccrm_centre_id&quot;:433,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;St Albans Sweet Sounds Early Learning Centre&quot;,&quot;featured&quot;:null,&quot;address&quot;:&quot;27-29 Elizabeth Street&quot;,&quot;postcode&quot;:&quot;3021&quot;,&quot;suburb&quot;:&quot;St Albans&quot;,&quot;state&quot;:&quot;VIC&quot;,&quot;latitude&quot;:-37.74187230622326,&quot;longitude&quot;:144.79229361538333,&quot;opening_hours&quot;:[&quot;Monday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Tuesday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Wednesday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Thursday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Friday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Saturday: Closed&quot;,&quot;Sunday: Closed&quot;],&quot;phone&quot;:&quot;(03) 9310 8955&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\\\/our-centres\\\/childcare-st-albans-sweet-sounds&quot;,&quot;allow_booking&quot;:null,&quot;book_a_tour_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\\\/book-a-tour\\\/?centre=st-albans-sweet-sounds-early-learning-centre\\r&quot;,&quot;google_review_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/widgets.reputation.com\\\/widgets\\\/667cec68ac985d47bf15a0be\\\/run?tk=ade61325c98&quot;,&quot;google_place_id&quot;:&quot;ChIJE6gAS4Rf1moRmDl8l3gRwr0&quot;,&quot;notification&quot;:null,&quot;notification_expired_by&quot;:null,&quot;availability_monday&quot;:31.9,&quot;availability_tuesday&quot;:35.1,&quot;availability_wednesday&quot;:47.9,&quot;availability_thursday&quot;:40.4,&quot;availability_friday&quot;:36.2,&quot;distance&quot;:1.279587612463215,&quot;photos&quot;:[null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null],&quot;brand&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:17,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Early Learning 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                    \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 light  \">\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 can I expect from a centre tour?<\/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>A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family&#8217;s schedule. <a href=\"\/book-a-tour\">Click here to book a tour online.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You\u2019ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.<\/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\">Will I be put on a waitlist?<\/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>Our Family Support Team will add your child\u2019s name to our waitlist if one of our childcare centres is currently full in your child\u2019s age group. We will then contact you as soon as a place becomes available.<\/p>\n<p>We also do monthly check-ins to review availability, and you will receive a text message confirming whether you\u2019re still happy to remain on the waitlist each month. If you would like an update at any point, you\u2019re welcome to reach out on our Web Chat or give us a call.<\/p>\n<p>Our Family Support Team can also help you find more G8 early learning centres near you, with the same offerings at the Early Learning Services centre you are interested in that have immediate availability.<\/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\">What can I do to help my child prepare for starting care?<\/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>It\u2019s common for a child to experience separation anxiety when they first start child care. When you\u2019re getting ready to start child care, you can help your child overcome anxieties by visiting the child care service together for a Stay and Play session, and easing into new routines at home.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/news-advice\/10-tips-to-help-your-child-settle-in-when-they-start-child-care\">Read more tips about how to make the transition easier for your child.<\/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_66b99f2477b90-3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_20_66b99f2477b90-3\">\n                                                <span class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What should I pack my child for their first day?<\/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>Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.<\/p>\n<p>For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits and spare socks.<\/p>\n<p>For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it\u2019s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits and spare socks.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.<\/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 do I get updates on my child&#8217;s day?<\/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>Early Learning Services uses Xplor Home as our <a href=\"\/family-information\/family-communication\">family communication app<\/a>. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child\u2019s day.<\/p>\n<p>After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child\u2019s learning, learn about your child\u2019s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.<\/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 if my child gets sick?<\/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>If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, Early Learning Services is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children.<\/p>\n<p>Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), families are allowed 42 absence days per child, per financial year. 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