Children's Services
We offer a reliable, caring and nurturing childcare program that prioritises the well-being and growth of each child. All our services are Childcare Subsidy (CCS) approved. All our services are Childcare Subsidy (CCS) approved.
Merinda Park Learning and Community Centre is in Cranbourne North within the City of Casey. We are a Not for Profit organisation and have been servicing the Cranbourne area for more than 20 years.
We provide quality
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FREE 3 & 4 year old Kinder
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Day Care
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Before and After School Care
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School Holiday Program
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Extended Daycare - Kinder
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Contact us to learn more:
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FREE 3 & 4 Year old Kinder
The Early Learning Centre includes a fully funded 3 and 4 year old kindergarten with sessions available up to 5 days a week from
9:30am - 2:30am
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We offer a healthy, balanced play diet. Both structured and unstructured play are equally important for a child’s well-being and growth which enables logical and creative thinking skills.
Day Care
Our nurturing and fun Day Care prioritises the well-being and growth of every child. Children from 2 months to 5 years can attend from 1 day to 5 days a week from 8:30am - 4:30pm
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You don't need to rush to work to use our Day Care, you can take some time for yourself, go shopping, do some study or care for an elderly parent.​
Before & After School Care
Our supportive childcare caters to the busy schedules of working parents with children at St Therese's Primary School.
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Your children will be fed breakfast and there are fun activities based on your children's interests, all overseen by our qualified and caring Educators. You can head to work, knowing that your children are in capable hands and will be safely taken to school.​
Monday - Friday:
BSC: 6:30am - 8:30am
ASC: 3:30pm - 6pm
School Holiday Program
We offer a range of exciting incursions for children, including Magic Shows, Aussie Wildlife experiences, and Billy Cart activities - bringing fun and learning right to our Centre.
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All excursions and activities are carefully planned and supervised by our qualified and experienced educators, ensuring the highest level of care and safety.
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For your convenience, drop off is available from 6:30am, with pick-up until 6:00pm
About Children's Services at Merinda Park Learning & Community Centre
We operate under the Early Years Learning Framework and My Time Our Place for school-aged children.​
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Qualified and Caring Educators
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Safe, Secure and Stimulating Environments
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Breakfast and Afternoon tea provided
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Daily Communication with Parents
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Flexible Enrolment Options and
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Amongst the lowest fees in Cranbourne North
Awards
2024
WINNER
Vic Kids Eat Well
A huge round of applause to Kirsty and the OSHC team for winning the Vic Kids Eat Well Award in the whole of Victoria and the Monash Health Promotion Award in the Schools and OSHC category within the City of Casey, City of Dandenong and Shire of Cardinia.
The Centre over the past 12 months has made many changes to adapt to a healthier menu and with the great help of the children in cooking, serving and cleaning up. We've also removed the processed foods and replaced them with more fresh vegetables, fruit, eggs and dairy, and encourage the children to help cook and clean each day.
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As a team effort, we are Victorian State Winners !
Click on link to read more Kids in the kitchen at Merinda Park Learning and Community Centre OSHC - Vic Kids Eat Well (health.vic.gov.au)
