Childcare and early learning programs for every age
Nursery, toddler, early learning and funded kindergarten programs across our Hoppers Crossing and Sydenham centres, each shaped around what children need at that stage and where they are heading next.
Childcare and early learning programs at Kids Kingdom
Kids Kingdom runs a full set of childcare and early learning programs by age, from a nursery program for babies through to funded 3 and 4 year old kindergarten, at both our Hoppers Crossing and Sydenham centres in Melbourne's west. Each program is play-based and guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, so children build language, confidence and independence at the right pace for their stage. Because every program sits inside the same centre and daily routine, children move up as they are ready without changing environments or educators, and the funded kindergarten years happen without a separate kinder run.
- Nursery, toddler and funded 3 and 4 year old kindergarten programs
- Play-based learning guided by the Early Years Learning Framework
- Children progress between programs as they are ready, keeping familiar faces
- Every program included in one all-inclusive daily fee, at both centres
Program snapshot
Childcare
Dependable all-day care with nurturing routines, practical family support, and confident daily communication.
Explore childcareEarly Learning
Play-based experiences that build language, social confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.
Explore early learningKindergarten
Funded kinder pathways that support readiness, routine, confidence, and strong foundations for school.
Explore kindergartenWhat each program focuses on
Every age group has its own program, shaped around what children need at that stage and where they are heading next.
Nursery program
Responsive, one-on-one care built around each baby's sleep, feed and play rhythms, with sensory experiences, tummy time, and lots of language and connection.
Toddler program
Active, hands-on learning for busy toddlers, growing language, independence and social skills through play, music, messy art and outdoor exploration.
3-year-old kinder
The funded 3-year-old kindergarten program introduces group learning, early literacy and numeracy, and the social skills that set up the kinder year.
4-year-old kinder
The funded 4-year-old kindergarten program, led by a qualified teacher, builds school readiness through intentional play, confidence and independence.
A Montessori preschool program at both centres
Alongside our nursery, toddler and funded kindergarten programs, both centres run a Montessori preschool program. Children choose hands-on activities in a calm, prepared room, build independence through practical life skills, and learn at their own pace with educators guiding each next step, all within the Early Years Learning Framework.
- Child-led learning with open, child-height shelving
- Practical life skills that build independence
- Runs at both Hoppers Crossing and Sydenham
A day at Kids Kingdom
Each day balances warm routines with meaningful learning moments.
Welcome and settle
Children are supported into the day with calm greetings, family handover, and familiar routines.
Morning learning
Educator-led and child-led experiences build language, social connection, sensory exploration, and confidence.
Meals, rest, and play
Nutritious meals, quiet rest opportunities, and active play help children stay regulated and engaged.
Afternoon connection
The day closes with reflection, play, and clear family communication about routines, learning, and wellbeing.
Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework
Our programs are grounded in the Australian Early Years Learning Framework of Belonging, Being and Becoming. This means every routine, activity, and interaction is designed with clear learning intentions in mind. Through intentional teaching, educators plan and respond purposefully to each child's interests and developmental stage, building real outcomes alongside warmth and security.
- Belonging, Being & Becoming, Australia's national EYLF guides our approach
- Intentional teaching that balances child-led play with educator-guided experiences
- Individual learning goals tracked and communicated with families
- Play-based outcomes covering language, social skills, independence, and confidence
Programs and learning FAQs
What does a typical day look like?
A typical day balances calm arrivals, educator-guided and child-led learning, meals, rest, outdoor play, and clear family communication at pick-up.
What learning framework guides your programs?
Our programs are guided by the Australian Early Years Learning Framework of Belonging, Being and Becoming. Educators use intentional teaching to design experiences with clear learning intentions, balancing play-based exploration with purposeful educator-led activities that build real developmental outcomes.
How do programs change across age groups?
The routines and learning experiences are adapted to each stage, with younger children supported through security and routine, and older children given more independence, language, and school-readiness opportunities.
How much outdoor or active play do children get?
Active play is part of the daily rhythm, alongside indoor learning and group experiences, so children have opportunities to move, explore, and regulate throughout the day.
Can I ask detailed program questions on tour?
Yes. Tours are a good time to ask how routines work, what children do during the day, and how educators support your child's stage and temperament.
What programs do you offer by age?
We run a nursery program for babies, a toddler program, and funded 3 and 4-year-old kindergarten programs. Each is shaped around that stage, and children move up as they are ready while keeping familiar educators and routines.
How do children move between programs?
Transitions happen when a child is developmentally ready rather than strictly by birthday. Educators plan gentle move-ups with visits to the next room, so children keep their confidence and familiar faces as they progress toward kinder.
Are the kindergarten programs funded?
Yes. Both the 3-year-old and 4-year-old kindergarten programs are government funded and delivered by a qualified kindergarten teacher inside the regular day, so children access funded kinder without leaving their centre.
Which centres run these programs?
All programs run at both Kids Kingdom centres: Hoppers Crossing at 310 Derrimut Rd and Sydenham at 5-7 Pecks Rd, so families across Melbourne's west and north-west can access the same approach close to home.
How do I enrol my child in a program?
Book a tour or enquire, and the team will confirm availability for the right program at your preferred centre, talk through the daily routine, and guide you through enrolment and the Child Care Subsidy.
Looking for care that supports your child's next stage?
Book a tour to explore the spaces, ask program questions, and see how children learn here.
