Choosing a child care centre is about more than supervision. Many local families want their children to experience real learning, meaningful moments, and opportunities that spark curiosity and connection.
Our Chicken Hatching program offers exactly that — a rare, hands-on educational experience that children remember long after the chicks have grown.
At Ferntree Gully Children’s Centre, chicken hatching is not a novelty activity. It is a carefully planned, educator-led learning experience that supports empathy, early STEM concepts, and emotional development in ways books and screens may not replicate.
Book a tour today to see how this experience fits into our broader early learning curriculum.
Our 12-day chicken hatching program allows children to observe the full life cycle of a chicken — from fertilised egg to fluffy chick — within a safe, supervised learning environment.
Using a clear-sided incubator and a purpose-designed brooding pen, children can:
Every stage is supported by qualified educators who explain what is happening in age-appropriate language, encouraging questions, predictions, and reflection.
Many parents worry that some child care programs rely too heavily on worksheets or digital activities. While these tools have a place, children often learn best through real-world, sensory experiences.
Chicken hatching offers learning that is:
This type of experience may support deeper engagement and understanding than abstract lessons alone.
Children learn that animals are living beings with needs. Through guided care and observation, they begin to understand gentleness, patience, and responsibility.
The program introduces age-appropriate scientific concepts such as:
These foundations align naturally with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
Educators encourage children to:
Families love seeing their children engaged in such a rare experience. While learning remains the priority, this program often creates beautiful, memorable moments for families to share.
Safety and well-being remain central to everything we do.
As a family-owned centre operating since 2009, we understand parental concerns around safety, care, and trust. Our smaller group approach allows educators to remain present, engaged, and responsive throughout the program.
Ethical care does not stop when the program ends.
Once the learning experience concludes:
This closure phase is an essential emotional and learning component of the program.
Families often tell us that these experiences are what set our centre apart — not flashy technology, but meaningful moments that support real development.
Yes. All interactions are supervised by trained educators, with strict hygiene and safety practices in place.
Participation is always child-led. Children may observe at their own comfort level.
Chicken hatching is offered periodically as part of our enrichment experiences. Availability may vary.
No. The chicks are ethically rehomed after the program concludes.
The experience supports EYLF learning outcomes and complements both extended day care and funded kindergarten learning.
Yes! In addition to chicken hatching, children can also enjoy our Reptile Incursions, where they safely meet Australian reptiles, learn about habitats and care, and explore wildlife in a curriculum-aligned way. Learn more here.
The best way to understand the value of experiences like chicken hatching is to see how they fit into our centre culture.
📍 Visit us at: 897 Burwood Highway, Ferntree Gully
📞 Call: (03) 9753 5755
