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          \n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__cards-wrapper\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__left-column\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-3-playground-adventures\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Flexible indoor and outdoor learning                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Children have room to climb, ride, dig and play outdoors, with climbing A-frames, bike riding, sandpits and garden beds. The learning environment is flexible, with educators responding to children\u2019s interests, development, family input and spontaneous moments that naturally come up during play.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-1-passionate-qualified-team\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Highly qualified educator team                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Our highly trained educators are all diploma-qualified or above. The team is passionate about building strong connections with families, helping children feel understood, settled and ready to take part in the day.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-46-child-notebook\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Individual Learning Plans                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Individual Learning Plans are developed in partnership with families, reflecting each child\u2019s strengths, interests and developmental goals. Educators use these plans to shape learning experiences around each child\u2019s needs, family input and daily progress.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-2-gov-approved-program\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Government-approved Kindergarten program                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Our Government-approved Kindergarten program is delivered by a Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher. The program helps children practise routines, build friendships and feel more comfortable as they get ready for school.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__right-column\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-12-excursion-incursion\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Local community excursions                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Children take part in excursions to local parks and schools, giving them opportunities to explore their community beyond the centre. These outings help children become familiar with local places and practise social skills in different settings.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-22-cooking-classes\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Cooking, yoga and centre activities                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Centre-based activities include cooking lessons and yoga sessions, giving children hands-on ways to learn, move and try something new. These activities add variety to the week and help children build practical skills, focus and confidence.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-8-chef-meals\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Fresh meals prepared daily                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Fresh meals and snacks are prepared daily to help children stay nourished and ready for their day. Menus include balanced options throughout the day and cater for allergies and individual dietary requirements.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-9-communication-app\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Updates through our family app                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Families can stay connected through regular photos and updates in our family app. It gives families a simple way to follow their child\u2019s routines, learning moments and centre experiences throughout the day.<\/p>\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\">Secure your place today<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p style=\"text-align: center\">Book a tour to experience the centre and confirm availability for your child.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__buttons-group\">\n                                                                                                            <a href=\"\/book-a-tour?centre=st-albans-sweet-sounds-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-sweet-sounds-early-learning-centre\" class=\"g8-image-content__button\" target=\"\" title=\"Enquire now\"><span>Enquire now<\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\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 Centre Manager<\/h2>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div\n                                class=\"g8-centre-managers__slides swiper swiper--single\">\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\/may_st_albans_sweet_sounds_6e0ed1b5ab.jpg\">\n                                                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/api.g8education.edu.au\/\/uploads\/may_st_albans_sweet_sounds_6e0ed1b5ab.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\">May<\/p>\n                                                <h3 class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__subtitle\">                                                <\/h3>\n                                                                                                                                                    <ul class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__qualifications\">\n                                                                                                                    <li>\n                                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-square-academic-cap\"><\/i>\n                                                                <span>Diploma of Children&#8217;s Services<\/span>\n                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                                            <\/ul>\n                                                                                                <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__short-content\">\n                                                    &#8220;Nothing brings me more joy than watching children discover, imagine, and express themselves freely, and seeing their unique personalities shine a little brighter each day.&#8221;                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                    <div\n                                                        class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__full-content\">\n                                                        <p>I began working in early childhood education in 2009, and I joined the wonderful community at Sweet Sounds in 2025. I am passionate about creating environments where every child feels seen, supported, and inspired to grow. Nothing brings me more joy than watching children discover, imagine, and express themselves freely, and seeing their unique personalities shine a little brighter each day.<\/p> <p>Over the years, one lesson has guided me above all others: every child is unique. Because of this, our approach should be just as unique. I tailor my teaching and leadership with this in mind, nurturing each child\u2019s individuality and honouring the moments that matter most to them. <\/p> <p>When speaking with families about the benefits of early learning, I highlight the rich opportunities that a dedicated early childhood setting provides, especially the social connections, collaborative play, emotional development, and real-world learning experiences that simply can\u2019t be replicated in the home environment. At Sweet Sounds, I am incredibly proud of our multicultural team. Many of our educators have been with us for several years, and each brings their own philosophy, strengths, and creativity to our centre. We respect, celebrate, and learn from one another. We make sure that children feel that sense of belonging too.<\/p> <p>I also strongly believe in the village approach. A successful early learning community is built on genuine partnerships, not just among educators, but with families too. I value open, honest communication and deeply respect the insight parents bring. By listening, collaborating, and sharing in each child\u2019s journey, we create a supportive environment that helps children flourish. <\/p> <p>I look forward to welcoming your family to our St Albans early learning centre.<\/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                            \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 style=\"text-align: left\">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-special-icon-28-language-development\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Language and early literacy<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">Children develop early literacy through storytelling, books, songs and meaningful conversations. Educators support children to explore language in many forms, including speaking, listening, viewing, drawing and writing, while building confidence communicating with others.<\/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-40-self-help\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Independence and life skills<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">Children develop autonomy, interdependence, resilience and a sense of agency through meaningful participation in everyday routines, such as preparing snack, caring for plants, and tidying shared spaces. <\/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-30-art-program\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Creative Arts<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">Children express ideas and make meaning using a range of creative experiences, including painting, drawing, drama, dance, storytelling,music and craft activities. These experiences encourage imagination, self-expression and confidence while supporting fine motor development.<\/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\">Exploration and problem solving<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">Educators introduce open-ended materials and invitations to explore, such as building, measuring and experimenting. Through shared conversations and investigation, children develop curiosity, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.<\/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-anchor-link-banner_1_6a0d3f6ecea6c\" class=\"g8-anchor-link-banner  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-anchor-link-banner__inner\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-pattern-sun-pen\"><\/i>\n                            <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-pattern-star-heart\"><\/i>\n                                                <h5 class=\"g8-anchor-link-banner__title\">Book a tour to experience our centre today<\/h5>\n                                                    <a href=\"\/book-a-tour?centre=st-albans-sweet-sounds-early-learning-centre\" class=\"g8-anchor-link-banner__link\" target=\"\" title=\"Book a tour\">\n                                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-calendar\"><\/i>\n                                                                <span>Book a tour<\/span>\n                            <\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_0_6a1503b4deadf\" class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container g8-block-container\">\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__intro\">\n                                            <h2 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__main-title g8-block-title\">Age-appropriate early learning<\/h2>\n                    \n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__description g8-block-content\">\n                            <p style=\"text-align: left\">We provide learning experiences tailored to each stage of your child\u2019s development. Our programs are guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and designed to support children&#8217;s wellbeing, confidence and growing independence.<\/p>\n                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n            \n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__inner\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item is-active\"\n                            data-index=\"0\">\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-header\">\n                                                                    <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-thumbnail\"><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>\n                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-header-content\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title\">6 weeks \u2013 2 years<\/h3>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle\">Nursery                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body\">\n                                <button class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-close\" aria-label=\"Close accordion item\"><i\n                                        class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-close-circle\"><\/i><\/button>\n                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-inner\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-left\">\n                                                                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title-active\">\n                                                Nursery                                            <\/h3>\n                                                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-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-horizontal-accordion__item-active-meta\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle-active\">\n                                                    6 weeks \u2013 2 years                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-right\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content-inner\">\n                                                <p>In our nursery environment, educators focus on building strong, secure and respectful relationships so babies feel safe, settled and supported as they explore the world around them.<\/p>\n<p>Children in this age group experience:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Responsive care and nurturing relationships that support emotional security and attachment<\/li>\n<li>Sensory exploration through textures, sounds, music and movement<\/li>\n<li>Early communication development through songs, stories, gestures and conversations<\/li>\n<li>Tummy time and movement experiences that support physical development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-footer\">\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/childcare-and-early-education\/nursery\"\n                                                    class=\"btn btn-primary g8-horizontal-accordion__item-btn\"\n                                                    target=\"_self\">\n                                                    <span>Our nursery rooms<\/span>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                                                            <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item \"\n                            data-index=\"1\">\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-header\">\n                                                                    <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-thumbnail\"><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>\n                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-header-content\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title\">2 \u2013 3 years<\/h3>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle\">Toddlers                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body\">\n                                <button class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-close\" aria-label=\"Close accordion item\"><i\n                                        class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-close-circle\"><\/i><\/button>\n                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-inner\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-left\">\n                                                                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title-active\">\n                                                Toddlers                                            <\/h3>\n                                                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-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-horizontal-accordion__item-active-meta\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle-active\">\n                                                    2 \u2013 3 years                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-right\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content-inner\">\n                                                <p>Our toddler program encourages curiosity, independence and early social skills as children begin exploring the world with growing confidence.<\/p>\n<p>Children in this age group experience:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Play-based learning experiences that encourage curiosity and problem solving<\/li>\n<li>Language-rich environments with storytelling, songs and conversations<\/li>\n<li>Opportunities to build independence, such as self-help skills and routines<\/li>\n<li>Social learning experiences that help children practise sharing, cooperation and empathy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-footer\">\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/childcare-and-early-education\/toddlers\"\n                                                    class=\"btn btn-primary g8-horizontal-accordion__item-btn\"\n                                                    target=\"_self\">\n                                                    <span>Our toddler rooms<\/span>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                                                            <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item \"\n                            data-index=\"2\">\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-header\">\n                                                                    <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-thumbnail\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-home-kindy.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-home-kindy-500x333.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-home-kindy.jpg\" alt=\"els-home-kindy\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>\n                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-header-content\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title\">3 \u2013 5 years<\/h3>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle\">Kindergarten                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body\">\n                                <button class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-close\" aria-label=\"Close accordion item\"><i\n                                        class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-close-circle\"><\/i><\/button>\n                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-inner\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-left\">\n                                                                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title-active\">\n                                                Kindergarten                                            <\/h3>\n                                                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-home-kindy.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-home-kindy-500x333.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/els-home-kindy.jpg\" alt=\"els-home-kindy\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\"loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-active-meta\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle-active\">\n                                                    3 \u2013 5 years                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-right\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content-inner\">\n                                                <p>Our Government-approved Kindergarten program prepares children for school through engaging, play-based learning experiences that develop confidence, independence and a love of learning.<\/p>\n<p>Children in this age group will build:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Early literacy and numeracy skills through play-based activities, stories, songs and everyday routines<\/li>\n<li>Problem solving and critical thinking through play-based projects and exploration<\/li>\n<li>Collaboration and teamwork through group learning experiences<\/li>\n<li>Self-help skills that support school routines, such as opening lunchboxes, looking after belongings and getting dressed independently<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-footer\">\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/childcare-and-early-education\/kindergarten-preschool\"\n                                                    class=\"btn btn-primary g8-horizontal-accordion__item-btn\"\n                                                    target=\"_self\">\n                                                    <span>Our kindergarten rooms<\/span>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\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-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-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\">Healthy, nutritious meals each day<\/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                                                                                                    <\/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-slider-heading-home-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-slider-heading-home-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.earlylearningservices.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/typical-day-slider-heading-home-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-slider-heading-home-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\">Heading home                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>As your child prepares to head home, this is your opportunity to speak with our friendly educators about your child\u2019s day and everything they learnt.\u202fWe look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Sleep, rest and relaxation                                                                                                    <\/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\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                                            $175.30\/<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                                            $175.30\/<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                                            $175.30\/<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                                                12 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|175.30\">\n                                                    Nursery (0 &#8211; 2 years)                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option\n                                                    value=\"VIC|toddler|175.30\">\n                                                    Toddler (2 &#8211; 4 years)                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"VIC|3yr-kindergarten|175.30\">Kindergarten (3 &#8211; 4 years)<\/option><option value=\"VIC|4yr-kindergarten|175.30\">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=\"12\" \/>\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=\"175.30\"\n                                                data-fee-toddler=\"175.30\"\n                                                data-fee-kindergarten=\"175.30\">\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              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Check the out-of-pocket cost matrix per child against session lengths and weekly days below. Please note: The table in the matrix only shows out-of-pocket costs after CCS (Child Care Subsidy).<\/p>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <button type=\"button\"\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-toggle g8-centre-fees__matrix-toggle--show\"\n                                                aria-label=\"See matrix\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                                <span>See matrix<\/span>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-content visually-hidden--force\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-table\">\n                                                <div class=\"table-responsive\">\n                                                    <table class=\"table\">\n                                                        <thead>\n                                                            <tr>\n                                                                <th>Child 1<\/th>\n                                                                <th>1 Day<\/th>\n                                                                <th>2 Days<\/th>\n                                                                <th>3 Days<\/th>\n                                                                <th>4 Days<\/th>\n                                                                <th>5 Days<\/th>\n                                                            <\/tr>\n                                                        <\/thead>\n                                                        <tbody>\n                                                            <!-- Matrix rows will be dynamically generated based on centre daily hours -->\n                                                        <\/tbody>\n                                                    <\/table>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-kindergarten-note visually-hidden--force\">\n                                                <p>*Kindergarten\/preschool subsidy applied:                                                    <strong\n                                                        class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-kindergarten-amount\">$0.00<\/strong>\n                                                <\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-footer\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__disclaimer-section\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__disclaimer\">\n                                                    <p>*This estimator provides an estimate only and is based on the following assumptions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Accuracy and currency of family income information entered.<\/li>\n<li>Family CCS entitlements include 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight. Please note your family may be entitled to less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight &#8211; if you are unsure we recommend you use the comprehensive CCS estimator in the link below.<\/li>\n<li>Where 1-4 days of care is selected, full day sessions apply (being full operational hours of the centre, which can vary between centres).<\/li>\n<li>Where 5 days of care is selected, 10-hour per day sessions apply (ie, 50 hours p\/w to optimise 100 hours of CCS subsidised care across the fortnight).<\/li>\n<li>Where a family&#8217;s CCS entitlements include less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight, please use the comprehensive CCS calculator as a guide.<\/li>\n<li>NSW Preschool Fee Relief is effective from 1st January 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                                                                                                            <div class=\"disclaimer-full\">\n                                                            <p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Kindergarten\/preschool subsidy is subject to State Government specific requirements including child age eligibility criteria and the delivery of the funded program by an Early Childhood Teacher on the day the subsidy is claimed by the family. 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We are very happy, great place to take your child. The manager is very supportive and you will not regret sending your child here, beat early learning Centre                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                Karla Kaye Bergantinos Baines                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                                                                    <span class=\"short-text\">\n                                                My son has been attending Sweet sounds early learning centre since nursery, and it has truly been the most wonderful journey. He is now in Toddler 2 and will soon be moving into kindergarten, and I couldn\u2019t be more grateful for the love, care, and&#8230;.                                                <a href=\"#\" class=\"see-more-link\"><strong>See more<\/strong><\/a>\n                                            <\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"full-text\">\n                                                My son has been attending Sweet sounds early learning centre since nursery, and it has truly been the most wonderful journey. He is now in Toddler 2 and will soon be moving into kindergarten, and I couldn\u2019t be more grateful for the love, care, and support he has received along the way.\n\nThe educators have been incredible from the very beginning,  always so patient, nurturing, and genuinely invested in his growth and wellbeing. They not only make sure he feels safe and happy every day, but also encourage his learning, independence, and social skills in such thoughtful ways. It\u2019s clear how much they care about the children, and as a parent that gives me so much peace of mind.\n\nI\u2019ve watched my son thrive here, building strong friendships, discovering new skills, and becoming more confident each day. The educators celebrate his little milestones as much as I do, which makes me feel like we are truly a team in his early learning journey.\n\nWe are so thankful to be part of this caring community and can\u2019t wait to see him continue to flourish as he moves into kindergarten. Sweet sounds early learning centre has been such a special place for our family, and I would highly recommend it to any parent.                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                Aditi Bhardwaj                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                                                                    <span class=\"short-text\">\n                                                \u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 5\/5 \u2014 An Exceptional Start for Little Learners!\n\nWe couldn\u2019t be happier with our experience at Sweet Sounds Early Child Care Centre. From the moment we walked in, it was clear that this is not just a childcare centre\u2014it\u2019s a warm, nurturing&#8230;.                                                <a href=\"#\" class=\"see-more-link\"><strong>See more<\/strong><\/a>\n                                            <\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"full-text\">\n                                                \u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50 5\/5 \u2014 An Exceptional Start for Little Learners!\n\nWe couldn\u2019t be happier with our experience at Sweet Sounds Early Child Care Centre. From the moment we walked in, it was clear that this is not just a childcare centre\u2014it\u2019s a warm, nurturing community where children are truly loved, supported, and inspired every single day.\n\nWhat sets Sweet Sounds apart is its incredible staff. Every educator we\u2019ve met is deeply dedicated, highly professional, and genuinely passionate about early childhood development. They take the time to get to know each child individually, building real relationships and making every child feel seen, heard, and valued. Their patience, kindness, and enthusiasm are nothing short of amazing.\n\nThe communication from the team is also outstanding. We\u2019re kept informed about our child\u2019s progress, daily activities, and even the little moments that make us feel connected to their day. The staff go above and beyond to make sure parents feel supported and involved.\n\nThe environment itself is bright, clean, and thoughtfully arranged to spark curiosity and creativity. There\u2019s always something new and exciting going on\u2014from music and sensory play to outdoor adventures and storytelling. It\u2019s clear the team works hard to make learning fun and meaningful.\n\nOur child has absolutely thrived here\u2014socially, emotionally, and developmentally. We\u2019ve seen such growth in confidence, communication, and curiosity since starting at Sweet Sounds.\n\nWe\u2019re so grateful to have found this gem of a centre. To all the wonderful staff: thank you for everything you do. Your hard work, dedication, and big hearts make a lifelong difference\u2014and it shows every day.\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for a centre that truly cares, educates, and inspires\u2014Sweet Sounds Early Child Care Centre is the place.                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                Navi Thind                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                                                                    <span class=\"short-text\">\n                                                We\u2019ve had a wonderful experience with sweet sounds early learning childcare centre , and I can\u2019t recommend them highly enough! From the very first day, the staff have been warm, professional, and genuinely caring. It\u2019s clear that they truly love&#8230;.                                                <a href=\"#\" class=\"see-more-link\"><strong>See more<\/strong><\/a>\n                                            <\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"full-text\">\n                                                We\u2019ve had a wonderful experience with sweet sounds early learning childcare centre , and I can\u2019t recommend them highly enough! From the very first day, the staff have been warm, professional, and genuinely caring. It\u2019s clear that they truly love what they do, and that makes all the difference.\n\nOur child settled in quickly thanks to the nurturing environment and structured daily routine. The caregivers always keep us updated with photos and progress reports, which gives us peace of mind throughout the day. The activities are creative, educational, and fun \u2014 from arts and crafts to storytime and outdoor play, there\u2019s always something engaging .\nThank you to the entire team you\u2019ve become like a second family to us!                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                asa asa                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                                                                    <span class=\"short-text\">\n                                                This day care is the best thing that happened to my toddler, she started in nursery this year while still crawling and now is in the toddler group, she is so happy there and not even crying when we are dropping her, I love the fact that they have a&#8230;.                                                <a href=\"#\" class=\"see-more-link\"><strong>See more<\/strong><\/a>\n                                            <\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"full-text\">\n                                                This day care is the best thing that happened to my toddler, she started in nursery this year while still crawling and now is in the toddler group, she is so happy there and not even crying when we are dropping her, I love the fact that they have a dedicated play area for each age group with two teachers during play time. The teachers go way beyond to ensure that the kids are safe in their premises, they welcome the kids with a smile in the morning. We are moving houses but we will keep our child there.  Take your child there and you will not regret it.                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n\n                    <!-- Pagination -->\n                    <div class=\"g8-slider-pagination-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__nav g8-google-reviews__nav--mobile\">\n                            <button class=\"g8-google-reviews__nav-btn prev\"><i\n                                    class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-left\"><\/i><\/button>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__pagination g8-slider-pagination\"><\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__nav g8-google-reviews__nav--mobile\">\n                            <button class=\"g8-google-reviews__nav-btn next\"><i\n                                    class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/button>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"g8-popup modal fade type-text\"\n                id=\"g8-google-reviews-disclaimer-modal-g8-google-reviews_2_6a0d3f6ecea73\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\n                data-bs-keyboard=\"false\">\n                <div class=\"modal-dialog modal-dialog-centered\">\n                    <div class=\"modal-content\">\n                        <div class=\"modal-header\">\n                            <h3 class=\"modal-title\">\n                                Source: Google Business Profile                            <\/h3>\n                            <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-close-circle\" data-bs-dismiss=\"modal\"><\/i>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"modal-body g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                            <p>G8 Education does not control or endorse the content of individual reviews. 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Deer Park&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:103,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;National tour week&quot;}],&quot;services&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:1,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Nursery&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:2,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Toddler&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:3,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Kindergarten&quot;}],&quot;availability_status&quot;:{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Places available&quot;,&quot;colorCode&quot;:&quot;#5FB529&quot;}}]'>\n\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__content-container\">\n                                                                    <h2 class=\"g8-centres-nearby__title g8-block-subtitle\">Explore nearby G8 Education centres                                    <\/h2>\n                                \n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__content g8-block-content\">\n                                        <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-main-road\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-map-point\"><\/i>\n                                                    <div>\n                                                        <p>St Albans Main Road East 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>1.31km<\/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-deer-park\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-map-point\"><\/i>\n                                                    <div>\n                                                        <p>Pelican Childcare Deer Park<\/p>\n                                                        <span>5.09km<\/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            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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\">What are the steps to enrol?<\/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>Enrolling is simple, and our Family Support Team will guide you through each step.<\/p>\n<p>First, find your local centre and book a tour so you can meet the team and explore the learning environment. If the centre is the right fit and a place is available, you\u2019ll receive an enrolment offer for your child. If a place is not currently available in your child\u2019s age group, we can add your child to the waitlist and keep you updated.<\/p>\n<p>To finalise your enrolment, you\u2019ll complete an online enrolment form through a secure link sent by our Family Support Team. You\u2019ll also need to provide key details and documents, including your child\u2019s birth certificate, Medicare details, immunisation history statement and, if eligible, your Child Care Subsidy details.<\/p>\n<p>Before your child\u2019s first day, you may be invited to attend a Stay and Play session. This gives your child time to explore the centre, meet their educators, and start feeling comfortable in their new environment. Once your paperwork is complete, your child is ready to start their early learning journey with us.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/family-information\/how-to-enrol\">Read our step-by-step guide on how to enrol here.<\/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_66b99f2477b90-2\" 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>Starting child care is a big milestone, and a little preparation can help your child feel more comfortable and confident.<\/p>\n<p>Before your child\u2019s first day, you can talk positively about their new centre, explain what their day might look like, and practise small routines such as packing their bag, saying goodbye, washing hands and sitting down for meals. You may also like to visit the centre with your child, meet their educators and ask our team about what to bring on the first day.<\/p>\n<p>When your child starts, our educators will take the time to get to know your child\u2019s routine, interests, comfort items and individual needs. Settling in looks different for every child, so we work closely with families to help children feel safe, supported and ready to learn.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/family-information\/settling-in-program\">Learn more about our Settling-in Program.<\/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&#039;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>. 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