Welcome to Glen Iris Child Care and Kindergarten
Glen Iris Childcare and Kindergarten is an 82-place early childhood education and care service that has proudly served the Glen Iris community since opening in February 2015. We are a valued part of the Trident Early Learning organisation, dedicated to delivering high-quality care and education.
Our service caters to children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, offering nurturing, play-based programs tailored to each stage of development. We welcome families from Glen Iris, Ashburton, Ashwood, Burwood, Camberwell, Malvern, and surrounding areas. Located on Wurundjeri Country, within the City of Boroondara, we acknowledge and respect the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and play.
At Glen Iris Childcare and Kindergarten, we are committed to delivering the highest standard of early education and care. Our play-based learning program offers a rich balance of experiences to support every aspect of a child's development—social, emotional, physical, creative, intellectual, and language. We strive to create a warm, safe, and engaging environment that fosters a love of learning and empowers children to reach their full potential.
A key strength of our service is our dedicated and consistent team of Educators. We are proud of our high staff retention, with many of our core Educators having been with us for three to nine years. We do not use agency staff; instead, we employ our own team of casual Educators to maintain consistency, build strong relationships, and provide a sense of familiarity for children and families.
In our most recent Assessment and Rating Visit (May 2025), we achieved a rating of Meeting the National Quality Standard, reflecting our strong commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in early childhood education.
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Funded Kindergarten Program
We implement an emergent curriculum in our Kindergarten program, where learning is driven by the emerging interests and needs of each child. This play-based approach allows children to learn and develop at their own pace, while engaging in experiences that resonate with their individual curiosities and strengths.
By offering open-ended learning opportunities, we support each child’s unique developmental journey. This approach not only nurtures their academic growth but also encourages creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking. We value the children’s voices and empower them to lead their own learning, turning their ideas into meaningful activities.
Through this process, children build confidence in their abilities and become independent learners, taking ownership of their learning experiences and developing a lifelong love of learning.
Our Garden Program
Our outdoor environments offer a rich garden space where Educators and children come together to engage in hands-on activities like planting, caring for, and harvesting fresh herbs, vegetables, and plants. The garden is not only a place of learning but also a source of joy and connection for the children.
One of the children's favourite activities is picking the produce they’ve helped grow. The harvested ingredients are then used in our cooking activities, allowing the children to experience the full journey from garden to plate. Occasionally, we also offer some of the produce to families, so they can enjoy the fruits of our collective efforts at home.
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Land on which we live, play, learn and work – the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation, and we pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We wish to acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this Land.
We are Committed to Child Safety
At Glen Iris Childcare & Kindergarten, we deeply value children and young people. We are dedicated to providing safe and nurturing environments where children’s rights, needs, and interests are not only met but respected.
We believe in actively listening to children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard and their ideas are considered in shaping their learning experiences.
Our commitment extends to creating culturally safe, inclusive, and equitable environments, where every child feels valued, supported, and able to thrive. We strive to ensure that all children, regardless of their background, identity, or ability, have access to equal opportunities and the respect they deserve.
We are a Sun Smart Centre
We are proud to be a Sunsmart service at Glen Iris Childcare & Kindergarten. From September through to April, all children and Educators are required to wear Sunsmart hats and apply sunscreen (when the UV index is over 3) before going outside.
Our Educators actively teach the children about important Sunsmart practices, such as covering shoulders and seeking shade, to help them develop good habits for sun safety. We are committed to ensuring a safe and healthy outdoor environment for all.
Dental Health Service
Twice a year, the centre hosts a dentist and dental assistant who visit to offer bulk-billed dental checks for children aged 3 years and older. If needed, they also provide fluoride as part of their visit.
During the visit, the dentist engages with the children, educating them about the importance of dental hygiene in a fun and interactive way. After the check-up, a dental health report is sent home to families, outlining the child’s dental health and any recommended follow-up care.
We are an Inclusive Service
Glen Iris Childcare and Kindergarten is an inclusive service where we warmly welcome all children, families, Educators, staff, and visitors. We celebrate the rich diversity that makes up our community and our world, and we are committed to creating a supportive and respectful environment for everyone.
Our centre values and fosters an atmosphere where every individual feels respected, valued, and included, regardless of background, identity, or ability.
