Childcare
Our childcare centres offer long day care, occasional care and kindergarten programs.
Yarra Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) centres meet the National Quality Standards for education and care services and are guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and Victorian Early Years Learning Development Framework.
All Council and independent providers of childcare in Yarra can be found on our list of children's centre [ PDF, 219.89 KB] or visit the Victorian Government’s Starting Blocks website and search by postcode.
Further information
There are many different types of early childhood education and care services available in the community.
The Victorian government has websites with information to help understand the different types of early childhood education and care services, including:
- key considerations when selecting a service
- detailed descriptions of services available across Victoria
- guidance to support families as they begin planning their child’s early education.
Please use the links below for the latest information.
We understand the important of children's safety when they are enrolled in an early childhood service. For information on what child safety looks like in early childhood settings, including:
- measures in place to protect children attending ECEC services
- advice for parents on how to raise concerns or make complaints with services and the ECEC Regulator
- information about actions being taken to strengthen child safety in Victoria.
Connie Benn Early Learning Centre
Connie Benn Early Learning Centre
The Connie Benn Early Learning Centre is in the heart of Fitzroy and caters for children from 6 weeks to 6 years.Our centre has a large outdoor area with trees for shade and fun places to play.
Gold Street Children's Centre
Gold Street Children's Centre
The Gold Street Children’s Centre in Collingwood is an early learning and care service for children from 6 weeks to 6 years.Our centre has 52 places and features spacious playrooms filled with lots of natural light.
Keele Street Children's Centre
Keele Street Children's Centre
Keele Street Children’s Centre welcomes children from 6 weeks to 6 years old.
North Carlton Children's Centre
North Carlton Children's Centre
Yarraberg Children's Centre
Yarraberg Children's Centre
Yarraberg Children’s Centre is an early learning and childcare service in Richmond, welcoming 54 children from 6 weeks to 6 years old.We’re a family and community-focused centre with a warm, lived-in atmosphere.
Family information sessions
NEED HELP DECIDING IF YOUR CHILD IS READY FOR KINDER?
Are you looking for support with family decision making?
Would you like to explore all things kinder?
Do you want more information on the concept of “readiness”?
Join us for a free online discussion with a panel of professionals who will share their thoughts on what kindergarten readiness looks like.
Together we will:
- Develop an understanding of what learning looks like in a kindergarten environment
- Navigate the kindergarten system to choose the right place for your child
- Understand when is best for your child to commence kindergarten
- Additional community resources you could explore.
DATE Tuesday 29 April 2025 1pm – 2:30pm
LOCATION Online via Teams
REGISTER Reserve your spot at https://www.trybooking.com/CXHBH
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