Explorers Early Learning
Care and Kinder for children from six weeks until school age
Reggio emilia inspired
Chef prepared tasty & nutritious meals
A sense of wellbeing & belonging
About Explorers
Explorers Early Learning offers high quality early learning, Kindergarten and care for children from 6 weeks to school age.
We teach using a unique Emergent Curriculum which focuses on interest and play based learning, with a philosophy inspired by Reggio Emilia. Children explore, learn and play in an inviting learning environment in which they feel a sense of belonging.
Enrolling for 2021
Why choose Explorers?
Sustainable practices are embedded in our program.
Our four year old Kinder School Readiness Program prepares children for school and beyond.
Our Indoor/Outdoor Program gives children free choice in exploring their learning environment.
We conduct ‘Explorers Extras‘ Programs to complement your child’s learning – including Speech Therapy, Music and Movement, Language and Sustainability.
Each centre has a dedicated Educational Leader to oversee the children’s curriculum.
We promote an open door policy, welcome feedback and encourage all families to be part of their child’s learning.
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News & Advice
Top 5 Tips to prepare your child for childcare
Sending your child to childcare for the first time can be a nerve-racking experience for both children and parents. Luckily, there are a few ways to help prepare yourself and your child for this excit…
UooUoo, aka Lucky Lotus, finds a new home at Explorers
Over the past few months (January to April 2021), the streets of Melbourne and Geelong have been dotted with 100 mythical Australian creatures, the UooUoo (pronounced ‘you you’), to mark the 150th…
Why Families Love Explorers?
Thank you to all families who recently completed our Parent Satisfaction Survey, where we asked for their feedback on our Centre operations. We are proud to announce that 53% of our family community p…
Working from home with children
1. Create a schedule Children respond well to a routine; a schedule will allow you allocate ‘together time’ and ‘work time’ where independent play is required. Create a schedule for you and…
The wonder of loose parts
At Explorers, we encourage all children to explore their world through the natural environment. Our environment curriculum provides opportunities for children to explore their curiosities and discover…
Exploring Colour
This is a multi-sensory experience. Exploring with colours and different textures presents a multitude of learning opportunities whilst your little Explorer is having fun. This experience provides …
What our Families Say
“The educators are Lovely, attend call every time and answer all the questions and let you know how the bub is doing.”
Saroj
Explorers williams landing
“My one year old has recently started at explorers and I could not be happier. The staff are so welcoming and the setting calm yet stimulating for a little persons development.”
Kirsty
Explorers Brighton east
“I love their focus on sustainability and outdoor play. They are also very accommodating for dietary requirements which is much appreciated. I wouldn’t send my children anywhere else.”
Grace
Explorers armadale
“We’ve used many childcare centres in the past 6 years as we’ve moved around but our children have always settled in best at an Explorers Centre. The staff members are always welcoming and professional. They have always felt trustworthy and reliable”
Clare
explorers surrey hills
“I started sending my daughter to this childcare recently and she is thoroughly enjoying going there as they have pretty good staff, very professional and cheerful. I certainly recommend this to anyone who is looking for childcare in Tarneit.”
Shyam
explorers tarneit
“My 2 and a half year old loves Mernda Maples! She’s always so excited to go and always so happy at the end of the day. She always has good things to tell me about what activities she did, what she ate, always tells me “Mummy I love my school. I’m happy”.
Kayla
Maples – Mernda
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