Chelsea World of Learning 1

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Childcare and early education in Chelsea, VIC

Welcome to World of Learning Chelsea 1. Our daycare and early learning centre is ideally located for families in Chelsea, Bonbeach, Carrum, Chelsea Heights, Edithvale and Seaford in Melbourne. World of Learning Chelsea 1 offers long day care for children aged 6 weeks to 3 years, with extended hours to suit busy families.

Our purpose-built daycare centre in Chelsea offers innovative early learning programs in a safe and nurturing environment. Our Chelsea childcare centre boasts a large outdoor space enjoyed by all age groups, featuring a bike path, sandpit, climbing fort, garden beds, and a yarning circle while still providing ample room for personal choice experiences. Our welcoming indoor environments offer a cozy feel where children can explore various activities, including natural play resources and easy access to outdoor areas. Our diverse team strives to create a calm and comfortable environment, fostering a strong family feel and community involvement. Many of our educators speak a variety of languages, enhancing our inclusive atmosphere.

Why you’ll love Chelsea World of Learning 1

Spacious outdoor environments

Passionate, qualified educators

Nappies and wipes provided

Family communication app

Extended/flexible hours

Vegetable garden

Incursions/excursions

Close to public transport

Meet our Centre Manager

Ashlee

  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
  • First Aid, Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Child Protection Trained
“We provide an environment where children learn through play, interaction, and guidance, engaging them in experiences that foster their development.

I began my career in early childhood education and care in 2007 and started working at Chelsea World of Learning 1 in 2010. I hold a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care, and I’m trained in. Throughout my career, I have worked in various roles within early education, with most of my experience focused on caring for children under two and a half years. I served as a room leader for five years in the baby and toddler rooms before stepping into my role as Centre Manager in 2015.

One of the key benefits we offer children at our Chelsea early learning centre is the opportunity to explore a wide variety of experiences with peers of their own age and level throughout the day. These first interactions and friendships are crucial for young children. We provide an environment where children learn through play, interaction, and guidance, engaging them in experiences that foster their development.

We ensure all children are looked after to a high standard, maintaining safe and secure environments for exploration. Our team regularly upskills and updates their training to ensure children’s safety and meet their daily needs with professionalism, care, and dignity.

Building strong relationships with our families is a priority. We are always available to support them, whether it’s advice about enrolment, orientation, or personal experiences. We support families in various ways throughout the year. We hold an annual date night for parents, in-centre events like Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Grandparents’ Day, and our annual Halloween party. We also offer morning tea for families at different times of the year.

I look forward to welcoming your family to World of Learning Chelsea 1.

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Our innovative early learning programs

At our early learning centre in Chelsea, our experienced educators and teachers continually seek innovative ways to enrich your child’s education. Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, we offer a variety of engaging and diverse learning experiences, including:

Sustainability

We run a strong sustainability program with thriving vegetable gardens that the children plant, water, and harvest, along with a worm farm for daily scraps. We incorporate recycled materials into our play experiences and observe Earth Hour daily by turning off lights and most powered items for an hour.

Inclusion

We create a sense of belonging for your child to ensure they feel heard and empowered to make choices, fostering their independence. We celebrate each child’s unique strengths, helping them to thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Music and movement

Our evidence-based Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR) program is designed to develop fundamental skills that help support children’s self-regulation, memory, and concentration. It is an innovative approach to holistic learning, development and well-being in early childhood.

STEM

We encourage your child to ask questions, experiment, and problem-solve, all while engaging their natural curiosity. By fostering this inquisitive mindset, we help them develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of the world around them.

Age-appropriate Early Learning

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(0-18 months)

Nursery

In the Nursery, our goal is to create a nurturing and secure environment where infants can develop a sense of trust and safety. We focus on sensory exploration and fostering early communication skills through responsive interactions. Our educators provide stimulating activities that support physical development, such as tummy time and grasping exercises, encouraging milestones like crawling, standing and walking.

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(18 months-2.5 years)

Toddler 1

In the Toddler 1 room, our goal is to support the development of self-help skills. We encourage toddlers to explore their environment, engage in imaginative play, and participate in activities that enhance their fine and gross motor skills. Language development is a key focus, with activities designed to expand vocabulary and encourage expressive language. Social interactions and cooperative play are fostered to build early friendships and social understanding.

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(2.5-3.5 years)

Toddler 2

In the Toddler 2 room, our goal is to build on the foundation of independence and social skills. We provide opportunities for more complex problem-solving and cognitive development through hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences. Our curriculum promotes creativity and critical thinking, encouraging children to ask questions and explore solutions. Emotional regulation and empathy are emphasised, helping children to understand and express their emotions appropriately while developing positive relationships with peers.

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We’re all about healthy, nutritious eating

Thanks to the in-house chef at our Chelsea child care centre, your child can expect healthy, nutritious, and yummy meals. We offer a rotating seasonal menu, providing breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack freshly made daily. We cater for all children’s dietary requirement, preferences and cultural requirements.

What a typical day looks like for your child

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Arrival at the centre

Your child will be welcomed by our team of educators, who will ensure the morning transition from home to centre goes as smoothly as possible. On arrival, share information about your child’s specific needs for the day.

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Mealtimes

Our centre chefs prepare a nutritious menu for your child to sit down and eat. This is a great time for everyone to share stories from the day. Educators model healthy eating practices, social behaviours and support children’s growing independence with mealtime routines.

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Infant care

If you have an infant, we spend one-on-one time with them to establish a connection. Educators talk gently and respond to babies’ cues. We use songs, games, and conversations to strengthen relationships and build language skills.

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Play-based learning

Your child is naturally curious. They want to learn and explore, which is why we teach through play-based learning. It supports language, motor skills, memory, emotions and social relationships. Educators plan play-based learning experiences based on children’s interests and goals.

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Sleep, rest and relaxation

We match routines to your child’s individual needs. Opportunities for rest and relaxation help make them feel safe. Play-based learning experiences are provided for older children who no longer don’t sleep in centre.

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Heading home

As your child prepares to head home, this is your opportunity to speak with our friendly educators about your child’s day and everything they learnt. We look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow.

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Communicating with families

We prioritise clear and consistent communication with families to foster a strong partnership in supporting each child’s development. We ensure families feel informed, involved, and confident in their child’s early learning journey.

Our families love hearing about their child’s progress and the experiences they’re having day to day. We share these moments through centre newsletters, our Xplor App, one-on-one meetings, and at various centre events.

Fees

The Child Care Subsidy can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family’s entitlements.

  • Nursery0 – 2 years

    $171.50
  • Toddler2 – 3 years

    $171.50
  • Kindergarten3 – 5 years

    $171.50

Child Care Subsidy Estimator

Discover how much child care subsidy you may be entitled to by entering the fields below.*

1-4 days = full day session; 5 days = 10 hour per day sessions

CCS Estimator results

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  • Total fees

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*This estimator provides an estimate only and is based on the following assumptions:

  • Accuracy and currency of family income information entered;
  • Family CCS entitlements include 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight. Please note your family may be entitled to less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight – if you are unsure we recommend you use the comprehensive CCS estimator in the link below.
  • Where 1-4 days of care is selected, full day sessions apply (being full operational hours of the centre, which can vary between centres)
  • Where 5 days of care is selected, 10-hour per day sessions apply (ie, 50 hours p/w to optimise 100 hours of CCS subsidised care across the fortnight)

Where a family’s CCS entitlements include less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight, please use the comprehensive CCS calculator as a guide via the link below.

For a more complete subsidy estimation, check out our comprehensive CCS calculator here.

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Frequently asked questions

A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family’s schedule. Click here to book a tour online.

On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You’ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.

Our Family Support Team will add your child’s name to our waitlist if one of our childcare centres is currently full in your child’s age group. We will then contact you as soon as a place becomes available.

We also do monthly check-ins to review availability, and you will receive a text message confirming whether you’re still happy to remain on the waitlist each month. If you would like an update at any point, you’re welcome to reach out on our Web Chat or give us a call.

Our Family Support Team can also help you find more G8 early learning centres near you, with the same offerings at the World of Learning centre you are interested in that have immediate availability.

It’s common for a child to experience separation anxiety when they first start child care. When you’re getting ready to start child care, you can help your child overcome anxieties by visiting the child care service together for a Stay and Play session, and easing into new routines at home.

Read more tips about how to make the transition easier for your child.

Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.

For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits and spare socks.

For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it’s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits and spare socks.

Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.

It’s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.

World of Learning uses Xplor Home as our family communication app. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child’s day.

After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child’s learning, learn about your child’s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.

If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, World of Learning is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children.

Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), families are allowed 42 absence days per child, per financial year. These can be taken for any reason, including public holidays and when children are sick, without requiring families to provide documentation.

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We look forward to welcoming your family.