The Best Early Learning & Care for kids in Macleod

By having these high and exceeding standards that promote our beliefs and values, we are able to continue to practice what we always do and allow the children to thrive. Our Glacier Room recognises the importance of preparing children for the next stage in their learning journey by providing meaningful and enriching learning environments. Our staff hold high expectations for your child’s learning, believing all children are competent and capable individuals who can overcome challenges and reach new heights to prepare them for 3-year-old Kinder. As your child enters a new stage of development, our Windmill Room educators cater to their social, emotional, and physical wellbeing by providing a program based on your child’s interests and abilities. We believe children can reach all developmental goals with the right support and encouragement. Our approach to early childhood education, high-quality programs and services, as well as our operational policies and procedures is consistent across all G8 brands.
Toddlers, with guidance throughout the day, navigate social situations, investigate cause and effect relationships and build on essential early language and motor skills. Daily routines give children the opportunity to develop a sense of security, confidence, and willingness to engage with their peers. Each learning space has been thoughtfully designed to balance structured education with nurturing care, helping children feel safe, build confidence and develop independence every day. Our son has been attending Oz Education since happy valley kindergarten he was a baby, and now, as he gets ready for school, we couldn’t be happier with his progress. The educators are caring, professional, and nurturing, always supporting his learning and development. He loves coming to the centre every day, and we feel completely confident knowing he’s in such a safe and welcoming environment.

She has built trusting relationships with her educators and she talks about them all the time at home. Some  of the things she comes home talking about are simply amazing, and I know she has learnt them from her educators. She loves attending and as a parent, it makes it so much easier to be at work, knowing she is in a space she enjoys, learns and feels safe. To provide our Educators with the training, environment, motivation, and empowerment to deliver exceeding quality education to children, partnering with families, and giving children a voice and the opportunity to lead wonderful fulfilling lives. Our curriculum, which is a balance of child led and adult intentional teaching, offers children the opportunity to participate in active learning, whilst having the support and challenge they need from Educators. From 5 January 2026, the Australian Government is updating the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) to guarantee at least 3 days of subsidised early childhood education and care per week.
ECMS is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to achieving high-quality early learning outcomes for children across our 76 kindergarten and childcare centres, with child safety and wellbeing at the centre of everything we do. Assessment and Rating can be a dauting process but at Macleod Preschool, we are constantly reflecting as a team to help provide strong and supportive connections with our families and kinder community. We love helping others to see the importance of early childhood and how each child and their learning journey is different.

I love that we seek to make quality early education available to everyone, regardless of their economic position. That we focus  more on suburban children and advocate for their rights, Nido is truly a movement and not one to join without knowing you will need to put your heart on the line every single day. Every day, our curriculum and quality resources turn experiences into lasting learning – from cooking and gardening to science and well-being, every day brings something new. Please answer a few questions to ensure we match you with qualified businesses.Expect to be contacted by businesses within 24 hours.This is a free service.
Our pride and joy lie in creating a dynamic and holistic environment where children are encouraged to be the architects of their own learning journeys. We support children and embrace various approaches, including peer scaffolding, teacher-initiated learning, and the importance of interdependence. Families receive regular updates, daily reports, and ongoing feedback from educators. These communications help you stay connected with your child’s learning journey and give you peace of mind that they’re thriving in our care.

A service rated as ‘Exceeding NQS’ goes beyond the expected standards in at least four of the seven quality areas. It reflects consistent, high-quality practice, strong leadership, and a deep commitment to continuous improvement and meaningful engagement with children and families. We use a secure digital platform to share updates, photos, and learning stories with parents. We also offer regular parent-educator meetings to discuss your child’s development.
Children enrolled in our kindergarten or preschool rooms will participate in the 7.5-hour government-approved kindergarten or preschool program as part of their long day care day. This means you get the piece of mind and convenience of your child’s kindergarten and preschool education plus year-round care and long day hours. To help reduce daily out of pocket costs, eligible families will benefit from state government subsidised kindergarten and preschool in our centres, with the addition of the federal government’s Childcare Subsidy, where eligible. This means families have the flexibility for their child/ren to receive the highest quality learning experiences on days that best support them. At Headstart, we provide state-of-the-art, purpose-built childcare facilities along with a comprehensive, developmental and educational program.
Like the reindeer—steadfast and social—our children are growing in confidence, navigating friendships, and refining their communication skills. Our programs combine a nurturing environment with a structured, research informed approach, building strong foundations in literacy, numeracy and social development to support genuine school readiness. Nido Early Schools offer early education and childcare for children from 6 weeks to school age. We provide local Kinder places across greater Melbourne to develop school readiness.

This means that all CCS-eligible families will receive at least 72 hours per fortnight (3 days/week) of subsidised childcare regardless of their work, study, or volunteering status. We provide nutritious meals, including morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea, all prepared fresh on-site. Our kitchen team and educators work closely with families to ensure that all meals meet specific needs.
When your child is part of the Oz Education family, you can feel confident knowing their safety is embedded in everything we do – every day. Different subsidies may also apply to the kindergarten or preschool programs, depending on the state you live in. If you would like to get an update on your enrolment at any point, you’re welcome to reach out on our Web Chat or call our family support team. Our Family Support team can also help you find an alternate centre near you, with the same offerings, that might have immediate availability. Families eligible for the Child Care Subsidy can now access a minimum of 3 days per week of subsidised early learning and care.

The Government has introduced the 3 Day Guarantee, which provides all CCS eligible families with a minimum of 72 subsidised hours per fortnight, no matter your work, study or training hours. Get in touch with our Family support team to discuss waitlists, enrolments, fee structure and centre availability. We regularly review room availability, as a result, you will receive a text message confirming if you’re still happy to remain on the waitlist each month or if your plans have changed. If a centre is full, our Family Support team will place your child on our waitlist. Conveniently located for families in Bellfield, Preston and Heidelberg West, the centre offers easy access and a smooth daily routine for busy families. Macleod Preschool has 51 approved places, representing approximately 2% of the total count for Early Childhood Management Services Inc.
At Oz Education, nothing is more important than the happiness, safety and wellbeing of your child. G8 Education acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands we live, work and play on each day. G8 Education proudly owns and operates 400+ Early Learning, Kindergarten, and Preschool Centres throughout Australia, spanning across 21 brands. Find out how much you can save with our Child Care Subsidy Calculator today. To make an informed choice, parents should approach the process with a thorough understanding of what to look for, and which questions to ask. Banyule City Council accepts the invitation of the Uluru Statement from the Heart and supports a First Nations Voice to Parliament enshrined in the Australian Constitution.