Give your child a nurturing start in a safe, play-based environment guided by experienced educators.
Support your child’s school readiness through our 3- and 4-year-old kindergarten programs, aligned with the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework.
Learn what makes our family-owned centre unique — from smaller class sizes and long opening hours to our commitment to the Victorian Child Safe Standards.
Our family-owned centre combines warmth, care, and educational excellence in a natural, nurturing environment.
At Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre, we are a family-owned and operated child care centre and Kindergarten providing high-quality early learning for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.
Located in Ferntree Gully at the base of the Dandenong Ranges, our centre has proudly supported families for over 20 years across Boronia, Knoxfield, Scoresby, Bayswater, Upwey, Tecoma, The Basin and surrounding suburbs.
As a family owned childcare centre, we understand the joys and challenges of raising little ones – because we’re parents too!
That’s why we’ve built a centre that feels more like a second home than a business.
Our purpose-built, architecturally designed facilities are filled with natural light and feature seamless access to outdoor play areas, encouraging exploration, creativity, and connection with nature. We offer a balanced curriculum that blends structured learning with play-based experiences, guided by a team of passionate and qualified educators.
Whether you’re seeking long day care, early learning programs, or a funded Kindergarten program, we’re here to support your child’s development every step of the way.
When you walk through our doors, you’re not just enrolling your child – you’re becoming part of our extended family!
Parents sometimes ask: “But how does play prepare my child for school?”
Here’s how:
At Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre, every child’s journey is unique — and we celebrate that individuality every day.
Our educators take the time to get to know each child personally, building strong, trusting relationships that help them feel safe, confident, and ready to explore.
Children thrive on consistency, warm relationships and engaging environments.
Having consistent, trusted educators builds strong, nuturing relationships where children feel values, heard, and supported.
A safe, stable environment provides the foundation for children to explore, learn, and grow – knowing they are care for and protected every step of the way.
Through a combination of intentional teaching and play-based learning, children develop essential social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skills that form the foundation for lifelong learning.
We follow the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), ensuring every experience — from outdoor discovery to group storytelling — supports key developmental milestones.
Our programs encourage curiosity, independence, and creativity, with a focus on helping children feel a strong sense of belonging and community.
We follow the observe → plan → implement → reflect cycle to track each child’s growth.
Documentation isn’t about filling apps with photos—it’s about sharing meaningful learning stories with families so they can see progress, celebrate milestones, and feel included in their child’s journey.
Families are at the heart of everything we do. We value open communication and genuine partnerships, keeping parents informed and involved through regular updates, discussions, and family events (like book week).
Our goal is to make every family feel supported and confident that their child is receiving the very best care and education.
