--- title: "Childcare Morphett Vale" url: https://www.earlylearningservices.com.au/our-centres/childcare-morphett-vale description: "Get the best start to early learning with our child care and kindergarten programs at Morphett Vale Early Learning Centre. Enquire today to secure a place." type: page date: 2024-08-13 modified: 2026-06-11 --- # Childcare Morphett Vale ## Morphett Vale Early Learning Centre Limited spots remaining [105-107 Flaxmill Rd Morphett Vale SA 5162](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=105-107+Flaxmill+Rd+Morphett+Vale+SA+5162) [1800 413 885](tel:1800%20413%20885) [morphettvale@earlylearningservices.com.au](mailto:morphettvale@earlylearningservices.com.au) Monday - Friday 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM Daily fees before CCS Nursery $175.05 Toddler $175.05 Preschool $175.05 [Calculate your out-of-pocket cost](.g8-centre-fees) [4.8 /5 28 reviews](.g8-google-reviews) ## Enrolment availability The information below gives an indication of current availability at the centre. - Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Friday Green – Places available now Orange – Limited availability   Availability can change quickly. For the most up-to-date information and advice, please contact our Family Support Team. [Book a tour](/book-a-tour?centre=morphett-vale-early-learning-centre) [Enquire now](/enquire-now/?centre=morphett-vale-early-learning-centre) ## Childcare and preschool in Morphett Vale, SA Morphett Vale Early Learning Centre offers long day care and a preschool program for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, conveniently located for families in Morphett Vale, Aldinga Beach, Christies Beach, Huntfield Heights, Port Noarlunga South, Woodcroft and Seaford Meadows. #### All-weather outdoor environments Each outdoor space includes a veggie garden and worm farm, giving children regular opportunities to care for the environment and learn about nature. Each room also has access to a sandpit, while the preschool outdoor space features a fixed play fort. The verandah around the centre helps children enjoy outdoor play in different weather. #### Indoor spaces for play-based learning Indoors, children take part in open-ended activities shaped around their interests and developmental needs. The rooms include spaces for exploration, creativity and quiet moments, giving children different ways to learn, play and reset during the day. #### Art, craft and technology Art and craft experiences are available for all age groups, giving children everyday opportunities to create, experiment and express their ideas. The preschool room also includes a smart board, adding another way for children to engage with group learning. #### Consistent educator team Children are cared for by a familiar team, with some educators having been at the centre since it opened. This consistency helps children build strong relationships and feel settled with the people who know them well. All educators have learnt simple Auslan to help children develop language and communication skills. #### Government-approved Preschool program Our preschool program is delivered by a Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher. The program helps children practise routines, build friendships and develop the skills they need for a confident start to school. #### Individual learning plans Each child has an Individual Learning Plan that reflects their strengths, interests and developmental goals. Educators use these plans to guide learning experiences and build on each child’s progress over time. #### Fresh meals prepared daily Fresh meals and snacks are prepared daily to help children feel nourished and ready for their day. Menus include balanced options throughout the day and cater for allergies and individual dietary requirements. #### Updates through our family app Families can keep up with their child’s day through photos and updates in our family app. This includes routines, learning moments, centre activities and the experiences children are enjoying throughout the week. ## Secure your place today Book a tour to experience the centre and confirm availability for your child. [Book a tour](/book-a-tour?centre=morphett-vale-early-learning-centre) [Enquire now](/enquire-now/?centre=morphett-vale-early-learning-centre) ## Our innovative early learning programs At our early learning centre in Morphett Vale, our play-based curriculum is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), supporting children to learn through play, exploration and discovery. #### Sustainability We promote sustainability by planting vegetable gardens and worm farms in each outdoor space. Children actively participate in recycling, including managing room-specific bins and collecting bread tags for wheelchair donations. Energy conservation is practised by turning off lights during quiet time. #### Social and emotional learning Children develop a strong sense of identity as they feel safe, secure and supported, building confidence, resilience and a positive sense of self. Through group activities, conversations and play, children learn to interact with others with care, empathy and respect, building positive relationships and friendships. #### Music and movement Our evidence-based Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR) program is designed to develop fundamental skills that help support children’s self-regulation, memory, and concentration. It is an innovative approach to holistic learning, development and well-being in early childhood. #### Independence and life skills 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. ##### Book a tour to experience our centre today [Book a tour](/book-a-tour?centre=morphett-vale-early-learning-centre) ## Age-appropriate early learning ### 6 weeks – 2 years Nursery ### Nursery 6 weeks – 2 years 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. Children in this age group experience: - Responsive care and nurturing relationships that support emotional security and attachment - Sensory exploration through textures, sounds, music and movement - Early communication development through songs, stories, gestures and conversations - Tummy time and movement experiences that support physical development [Our nursery rooms](https://www.earlylearningservices.com.au/childcare-and-early-education/nursery) ### 2 – 3 years Toddlers ### Toddlers 2 – 3 years Our toddler program encourages curiosity, independence and early social skills as children begin exploring the world with growing confidence. Children in this age group experience: - Play-based learning experiences that encourage curiosity and problem solving - Language-rich environments with storytelling, songs and conversations - Opportunities to build independence, such as self-help skills and routines - Social learning experiences that help children practise sharing, cooperation and empathy [Our toddler rooms](https://www.earlylearningservices.com.au/childcare-and-early-education/toddlers) ### 3 – 5 years Preschool ### Preschool 3 – 5 years Our Government-approved Preschool program prepares children for school through engaging, play-based learning experiences that develop confidence, independence and a love of learning. Children in this age group will build: - Early literacy and numeracy skills through play-based activities, stories, songs and everyday routines - Problem solving and critical thinking through play-based projects and exploration - Collaboration and teamwork through group learning experiences - Self-help skills that support school routines, such as opening lunchboxes, looking after belongings and getting dressed independently [Funded Preschool in SA](https://www.earlylearningservices.com.au/family-information/funded-kindergarten-preschool/south-australia) ## We’re all about healthy, nutritious eating Thanks to the in-house chef at our Morphett Vale 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. ## What a typical day looks like for your child ### Arrival at the centre 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’s specific needs for the day.   Next: Mealtimes ### Mealtimes 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’s growing independence with mealtime routines. Previous: Arrival at the centre Next: Infant care ### Infant care If you have an infant, we spend one-on-one time with them to establish a connection. Educators talk gently and respond to babies’ cues. We use songs, games, and conversations to strengthen relationships and build language skills. Previous: Mealtimes Next: Play-based learning ### Play-based learning 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’s interests and goals. Previous: Infant care Next: Sleep, rest and relaxation ### Sleep, rest and relaxation We match routines to your child’s 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’t sleep in centre. Previous: Play-based learning Next: Heading home ### Heading home As your child prepares to head home, this is your opportunity to speak with our friendly educators about your child’s day and everything they learnt. We look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow. Previous: Sleep, rest and relaxation   ## Fees The Child Care Subsidy can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family’s entitlements. Nursery 0 - 2 years $175.05/day Toddler 2 - 4 years $175.05/day Preschool 4 - 5 years $175.05/day Step 1: Family Information & Financial State ### Child Care Subsidy Estimator Discover how much child care subsidy you may be entitled to by entering the fields below. #### 2026 3-Day Guarantee From 5th January 2026, based on the information you have entered, here's an estimate of your CCS entitlements and your out-of-pocket costs. Total Fees $0.00 Estimated CCS Fee Subsidy $0.00 Preschool/Preschool Subsidy $0.00 Out of Pocket Cost (what you pay) $0.00 ##### Matrix Out of Pocket Cost Is your CCS working for you? Check the out-of-pocket cost matrix per child against session lengths and weekly days below. Please note: The table in the matrix only shows out-of-pocket costs after CCS (Child Care Subsidy). Child 1 1 Day 2 Days 3 Days 4 Days 5 Days *Kindergarten/preschool subsidy applied: **$0.00** *This estimator provides an estimate only and is based on the following assumptions: - Accuracy and currency of family income information entered. - 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 – if you are unsure we recommend you use the comprehensive CCS estimator in the link below. - Where 1-4 days of care is selected, full day sessions apply (being full operational hours of the centre, which can vary between centres). - 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). - Where a family’s CCS entitlements include less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight, please use the comprehensive CCS calculator as a guide. - NSW Preschool Fee Relief is effective from 1st January 2026.   Kindergarten/preschool subsidy is subject to State Government specific requirements including child age eligibility criteria and the delivery of the funded program by an Early Childhood Teacher on the day the subsidy is claimed by the family. Calculations herein are based on the assumption all eligibility criteria is met. Please contact your centre for detailed information. Read more Book a tour ### Send your results by email Enter your email address and we’ll send you a copy of your calculation results. ## What our families say 4.8(28 reviews) Source: Google Business Profile. Reviews are correct at the time of accessing this webpage. ### Michelle I honestly couldn’t be happier with this child care centre. The Director, Lynda and Assistant Director Alex are absolute gems and do such an amazing job running the centre. They are approachable, caring, and genuinely invested in the kids and.... **See more** I honestly couldn’t be happier with this child care centre. The Director, Lynda and Assistant Director Alex are absolute gems and do such an amazing job running the centre. They are approachable, caring, and genuinely invested in the kids and families, you can really feel how much they care. The staff are just as wonderful. They’re kind, supportive, and always go the extra mile to make the kids feel safe, happy, and loved. It’s so reassuring knowing our children are in such good hands, and the communication from the team is always great. We feel very lucky to be part of such a supportive and caring child care community. Huge thanks to Lynda, Alex and her incredible team for everything they do every day! 💛 ### Ben Chambers Finding a place you trust to take care of your child is daunting. We checked out four other centres. This was the first that every single educator addressed our child directly and with energy. We signed up on the spot and it has been a fantastic.... **See more** Finding a place you trust to take care of your child is daunting. We checked out four other centres. This was the first that every single educator addressed our child directly and with energy. We signed up on the spot and it has been a fantastic experience since. Our child has now been here for nearly 4 years. They provide food throughout the day providing a decent variation for exploring foods. The activities are varied and the educators are constantly bouncing ideas off parents on what we would like to see in their rooms/schedules. Very respectful, approachable and helpful. I generally have trust issues and they provided true comfort. The communication through the app was brilliant; when we first started the updates helped to ease any anxiety, as time went on we were less glued to the app, however we still love going through the daily images to see what they have been up to! We aim to send our newborn here soon, provided there is space!! 😊 A big well done to everyone here! ### Jamie Wiese Morphett Vale Early Learning is a fantastic centre. The staff are all friendly and welcoming towards children and parents alike and they made the transition back to work very easy for our family. It is clear that my son loves being at day care, I'm.... **See more** Morphett Vale Early Learning is a fantastic centre. The staff are all friendly and welcoming towards children and parents alike and they made the transition back to work very easy for our family. It is clear that my son loves being at day care, I'm often able to watch him play before he realises that I've arrived, and seeing how happily he interacts with the staff and explores his environment gives me great confidence in the quality of care he receives. The centre has excellent resources, I'm pleased to notice that there are always different toys or activities put out for the day as part of the educational program. Each room has a little pet, and my son loves to show me the fish and birds each day. The chef provides a varied and nutritional menu, which is clearly delicious as my son often eats multiple servings! The staff are all knowledgeable about child development and I love receiving his daily progress reports and photos of the different activities he has enjoyed throughout the day. I would highly recommend this centre! ### Skye Koop We really struggled to find a centre that felt like home and provided the safety and fun environment we wanted for our son to be in. We looked at 3 other centres and found morphett vale ELC to be the most comforting, connected with parents and the.... **See more** We really struggled to find a centre that felt like home and provided the safety and fun environment we wanted for our son to be in. We looked at 3 other centres and found morphett vale ELC to be the most comforting, connected with parents and the educators are in tune with the kids needs. Everyone made the effort to help us transition as a family and we are very confident with the team. Happy to have found and trust this place! ### Lauren McMillan Morphett Vale Early Learning has been amazing, since my son started there earlier this year at 18 months old and already he has learnt so much. I enjoy him sharing with me the new things he learns each week. The staff are always a pleasure and happy.... **See more** Morphett Vale Early Learning has been amazing, since my son started there earlier this year at 18 months old and already he has learnt so much. I enjoy him sharing with me the new things he learns each week. The staff are always a pleasure and happy to talk to you. My son has developed a great bond with the staff in the rooms he has been in. His first friendships are beginning to form and it makes me so happy to hear him talk about his friends and call them by name. I have moved house since I first began sending my son to this centre and there are several other centres closer to where I now live but I will not be changing centres because I think Morphett Vale is fantastic and I highly recommend them. ### Source: Google Business Profile G8 Education does not control or endorse the content of individual reviews. We encourage families to contact the centre directly for the most up-to-date information. ## Explore nearby G8 Education centres Looking for other great childcare, kindergarten or preschool options? Discover more G8 Education centres near you! - [Kindy Patch Reynella 3.45km](https://www.kindypatch.com.au/our-centres/childcare-reynella) - [Community Kids McLaren Vale Early Education Centre 9.63km](https://www.communitykids.com.au/our-centres/childcare-mclaren-vale) - [Community Kids Blossomvale Early Education Centre 10.71km](https://www.communitykids.com.au/our-centres/childcare-blossomvale) ## Frequently asked questions ## 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’s schedule. [Click here to book a tour online.](/book-a-tour) On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You’ll 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. ## Enrolling is simple, and our Family Support Team will guide you through each step. 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’ll receive an enrolment offer for your child. If a place is not currently available in your child’s age group, we can add your child to the waitlist and keep you updated. To finalise your enrolment, you’ll complete an online enrolment form through a secure link sent by our Family Support Team. You’ll also need to provide key details and documents, including your child’s birth certificate, Medicare details, immunisation history statement and, if eligible, your Child Care Subsidy details. Before your child’s 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. [Read our step-by-step guide on how to enrol here.](/family-information/how-to-enrol) ## Starting child care is a big milestone, and a little preparation can help your child feel more comfortable and confident. Before your child’s 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. When your child starts, our educators will take the time to get to know your child’s 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. [Learn more about our Settling-in Program.](/family-information/settling-in-program) ## 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. For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits and spare socks. For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it’s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits and spare socks. Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication. It’s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included. ## Early Learning Services uses Xplor Home as our [family communication app](/family-information/family-communication). It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child’s day. After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child’s learning, learn about your child’s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information. ## If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, Early Learning Services is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children. Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), families are allowed 42 absence days per child, per financial year. These can be taken for any reason, including public holidays and when children are sick, without requiring families to provide documentation. ## Contact us We look forward to welcoming your family. [Book a tour](/book-a-tour?centre=morphett-vale-early-learning-centre) [Enquire now](/enquire-now/?centre=morphett-vale-early-learning-centre)