761 Nepean Highway, Brighton East, VIC 3187
7.00am - 6.30pm
Light filled, with a sense of 'home'
Detailed attention has been placed on planning each indoor and outdoor space at our centre, with a focus on nature and sustainability. Our centre has been designed to stimulate children’s creativity, exploration and sense of belonging.
- Two indoor art piazzas
- A large communal dining room and kitchen
- Designated sleep rooms for babies
- Natural landscaping, materials and lots of natural light
- An underground car park for families
- Rooms dedicated to the learning and development of each age
- Extensive outdoor play areas including mud pits, community garden, cubby houses, sensory gardens, climbing equipment and sandpits
Our children are given the opportunity to play outdoors in large yards designated to each age group. We have community gardens, messy play areas, cubby houses, climbing equipment, sensory gardens, teepees and much more.
We are pleased to announce to our Explorers families an improved extracurricular program for your Little Explorer called, the Enrichment Program. The Enrichment Program has been created to enhance your Little Explorer’s experience and provide opportunities for learning in specialised areas, taught by qualified Educators. All children are welcome to participate in this program at no additional cost to our families.
These programs include:
- Prep for Prep
- One World, One Planet
- Little Impressionists
- Little Linguists
- Active Explorer
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Our child initiated, play based program stimulates children’s learning, exploration and social connections.
Children are seen as active participants in creating their own learning environment within a safe indoor/outdoor program that fosters their well-being and development.
This program (for 3 and 4 year olds) uses a play based approach that emphasises learning through exploration and investigation. The program encourages children to be creative in all areas, whether it is problem solving or the expressive arts. It also encourages lateral thinking and positive social interactions.
Our program runs within long day care hours.
Access the basement parking from the service lane on Nepean Highway.
The service lane is all day parking.
- Hannah Russell
I have a toddler son with extra needs (hearing aids) and toured a few places before I visited Explorers on... read moreI have a toddler son with extra needs (hearing aids) and toured a few places before I visited Explorers on recommendation. The general feel and vibe of the centre is very open and speaks for itself. I walked in last week on a cold morning and the fire was going, Christmas tree lit up, yummy smells drifting from the kitchen, just wanted to stay there myself. I have caught many one on one moments between Educators and children and the conversations and experiences always exceed my expectations. In my sons room, they have some weeks where they go on an excursion every single day: to the park, for baby-ccinos at a cafe, Etc. The incursions: music and french classes and frequent visits to other rooms in the Centre. My son has a fish tank in his room which he is obsessed with! There are all these extra shared spaces in the centre for experiences whether that be art, social eating or play that you just don’t see at other centres. The Educators are involved, creative, personal and have been well selected. My son has developed so much confidence, independence, social skills and language since starting. Book a tour! read less
Angela LingMy child has been with EEL since 11months old and I have had very good experience with the lead educators.... read moreMy child has been with EEL since 11months old and I have had very good experience with the lead educators. All regular staff/educators genuinely take very good care (while having fun and capturing moments for us parents) of all the children. Emma (centre director) is very lovely, attentive to details and professional. My child is 18 months now and the transition between rooms was thoughtful and smooth. My child really enjoys her time there and always doing something fun! The centre is diligent in handling any difficult matters and very good at keeping parents informed of current events. I have visited at least 6 centres and EEL Brighton East is our family's top choice! If you're thinking about which cc centre to choose, I highly recommend you book a tour and see it for yourself. read less
Paul O'MahonyI have been very impressed with the staff at Explorers Brighton, the team are amazing. From the front office staff,... read moreI have been very impressed with the staff at Explorers Brighton, the team are amazing. From the front office staff, who are always smiling and positive, to the carers, who are truly kind, caring people.
We have 2 kids educated in the center and have no worries about their care needs while they attend. The education both are receiving is of a very high standard.
The food is also excellent.
The level of professionalism and communication throughout the Covid crisis has also been well managed.
All-in-all, I believe this is a great early learning center, and I would have no hesitation recommending it. 5 stars from a tricky customer..... read less - Anchana Smith
We enrolled our son into Explorers Brighton East after a terrible experience at a previous Center during orientation. The educators... read moreWe enrolled our son into Explorers Brighton East after a terrible experience at a previous Center during orientation. The educators at Explorers from Day 1 have been nothing but supportive and nurturing, making it easy for us as he transitioned into daycare and from the nursery to the toddler room. The educators definitely make drop offs less nerve wrecking when he is upset, giving me comfort in knowing he will be well looked after. There are always stimulating and fun activities for the kids in each of the rooms to enjoy ranging from French to music to arts to water play! I can’t speak more highly of Explorers Brighton East! 🙂 read less
Olivia FontanaWe have been attending Explorers since opening and I now have 2 children attending. I cannot fault the staff and... read moreWe have been attending Explorers since opening and I now have 2 children attending. I cannot fault the staff and the centre. It is a genuine, caring and nurturing environment. They love the children and take such good care of them. I have every confidence leaving my children in the care of the educators and management at Explorer's. Communication from educators and management is wonderful and no request is ever too much. It's just like being part of a big extended family. Thank Explorers read less
Kali SandbrookSo happy with EEL Brighton East. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, warm and professional. All the rooms are kept clean... read moreSo happy with EEL Brighton East. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, warm and professional. All the rooms are kept clean and tidy. My son is able to explore and enjoy new experiences and is building a beautiful relationship with each of his teachers. I absolutely love this place and would recommend it to anyone looking for childcare (particularly when compared with other centres in our area, this centre is really the stand out). read less
- Kirsty Sellenger
My one year old has recently started at explorers and I could not be happier. The staff are so welcoming... read moreMy 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. As parents we have found the communication between the educators and home to be open and collaborative. I have complete confidence that my child is in great, caring hands. read less
Holly SandersAbsolutely fantastic place!!! The staff have all made us feel so welcome and have gone above and beyond in the... read moreAbsolutely fantastic place!!! The staff have all made us feel so welcome and have gone above and beyond in the care given to my 6 month old baby Ellie. We love seeing the updates and photos of the fun activities she has been up to during her day. You can really tell that the staff genuinely care for all the children!
Thank you!! 🥰 read lessCancan MefflinJust amazing! From the facilities, to the program to the most important, the staff we couldn’t be happier! My little... read moreJust amazing! From the facilities, to the program to the most important, the staff we couldn’t be happier! My little boy is constantly challenged in a holistic way!! In his own words “I love my school”
Best team of educators and dynamic! Moving him in Jan 2019 has been the best decision! Well done Emma and your amazing team! read less - Matt Hamilton
After checking out several centres in the area we are so happy we settled on Explorers. The team have been... read moreAfter checking out several centres in the area we are so happy we settled on Explorers. The team have been amazing from day one. Such dedicated and passionate educators who really have your child's interests at heart. Love the app notifications throughout the day too - especially when your child is tagged in a post! read less
Tash AndersonAmazing centre with the loveliest staff I have ever met! They genuinely care and it shows in every conversation we... read moreAmazing centre with the loveliest staff I have ever met! They genuinely care and it shows in every conversation we have. My daughter loves the staff, the activities and especially the food! Honestly, this centre has gone above and beyond for our family and I can’t rate them highly enough! read less
Dina GrilliExplorers is a wonderful centre. We joined right after it opened and my kids have had a great experience there.... read moreExplorers is a wonderful centre. We joined right after it opened and my kids have had a great experience there. The carers are fantastic and caring, the place is well designed and child focused and the food is top notch. I will miss it when my youngest heads to school! read less
- Marina Watson
This place is one in a million. We have been bringing our kids here for a couple of years, and... read moreThis place is one in a million. We have been bringing our kids here for a couple of years, and have had nothing but excellent service. The staff are wonderful, the kids love it too. The programs are excellent, really above and beyond. I highly recommend. read less
kabba08 .As both a mum and staff member of Explorers Brighton East, I couldn't be happier with the care and love... read moreAs both a mum and staff member of Explorers Brighton East, I couldn't be happier with the care and love within my daughters room. We both absolutely love being here 🙂 Especially visiting the little chickens upstairs..! read less
Marina WatsonMy 3-y-o is very shy socially but loves going to daycare. The educators are pretty amazing, with a wealth of... read moreMy 3-y-o is very shy socially but loves going to daycare. The educators are pretty amazing, with a wealth of knowledge and a never-ending list of fun educational activities for the kids. read less
- Elena Bloom
I can’t say enough good things! The facilities are wonderful but most importantly the staff are amazing, I feel so... read moreI can’t say enough good things! The facilities are wonderful but most importantly the staff are amazing, I feel so happy in knowing my daughter is well looked after there. read less
Melinda ReidGreat Centre with caring, responsive staff. Both of my children have attended attend Brighton East since it opened and we... read moreGreat Centre with caring, responsive staff. Both of my children have attended attend Brighton East since it opened and we are very happy with our experience. read less

Reggio Emilia inspired early learning

Chef prepared tasty & nutritious meals

Art, Gardening, Music, French & Speech Therapy

Connections with nature & sustainability

Beautiful indoor & outdoor environments

Nurturing & passionate educators

A sense of wellbeing & belonging

Care & kinder from six weeks to school age