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Acknowledgement of Country

We would like to acknowledge the past, present and emerging Wurundjeri Woi – Wurrung  people of the Kulin nation who are the traditional custodians of the land on which Pooh Bear’s House and Pooh’s Place stand. We wish to pay respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging, and thank them for their contributions to the Wurundjeri Land. The land on which our educational facilities reside, always was and always will be Aboriginal land.

Letter from the Director

Pooh Bear’s House and Pooh’s Place are privately owned childcare centres that provide supreme quality child care by employing professional, highly trained staff within our amazing facilities, which reflects our commitment to caring for children. Our staff are trained to respect the self-esteem and individuality of each child, by catering for their interests, needs and abilities. Through play-based learning experiences, children will confidently explore, investigate and be curious about the world around them, encouraging lifelong learning. We believe, families are the most important influence in a child’s life and are the primary source of information. Therefore, we encourage parents to be actively involved in the centre, contribute ideas, and take an interest in their child’s development and growth. Together we can achieve the highest level of childcare.

Kim Russell

Pooh Bear’s House underwent assessment in 2023, and was rated ‘Exceeding’ in all quality areas. Pooh’s Place has a provisional rating, as we have recently opened. 

About our Early Childhood Services

Our commitment to the provision of the ‘Highest Quality Child Care’ is evident by;

Incorporating a 4-Year Government Funded Kindergarten, that includes a Comprehensive School Transition Program run by a university trained educator.

Our Kindergarten program runs from Monday to Friday – 8:30 am to 1:30pm with a Bachelor Qualified teacher (children can utilise our service from 6:30am-6:30pm).

3 Year Kindergarten Program.

Key Word Sign (Auslan) implemented from birth to 5 years of age.

High Quality Individually based Educational Programs inspired through the Early Years Learning Framework.

Our Qualified Early Childhood Professional team of staff.

Offering a weekly music class through Playful Notes, a weekly sports program through ‘Sports Tots’ and a weekly yoga program through Ulyssus Natural Healing.

Intergenerational Program with Park Lane Aged Residence.

Encompassing inquiry-based environments that stimulate organic learning.

 Operating from Safe, Secure and Functional Purpose-Built Premises.

Delivering a Nutritionally Balanced Menu from a trained chef.

Ensuring Low Child to Staff Ratios.

Embedding the KG Learning Method for our Educational Program.

Professional development for our educators whereby they travel to Reggio Emilia Italy annually.

Operating under the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2018 –CCMS approved.