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Pelican Childcare Fairways

Pelican Childcare Fairways

94-100 Fairways Boulevard, Craigieburn, VIC, 3064 view map
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4.7
1800 517 042

Care Type:

Long Day Care, Pre-school

Hours:

6:30AM to 6:30PM

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Address:

94-100 Fairways Boulevard, Craigieburn, VIC, 3064

4.7

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"Great learning environments with engaging experiences."

- Enrolled Family

About Pelican Childcare Fairways

We are conveniently located for families in or commuting through Craigieburn, Roxburgh Park, Somerton and Greenvale and surrounding areas. Many of our Children go on to attend local schools such as Craigieburn South Primary School, supporting a smooth transition to school.

We offer nurturing care and quality early education for children from 6 weeks to 6 years, with flexible hours (9, 10, 11, and 12-hour sessions) to suit busy families.

Our Learning Environments

Our children benefit from familiar faces as they grow, creating a sense of continuity:

  • Nursery (0-2 years): A safe, nurturing environment for babies to explore with tailored sensory and social experiences.
  • Toddler (2-3 years): Play-based learning encourages curiosity, confidence, and social skills.
  • Kindergarten (3-6 years): A stimulating learning environment that prepares our children for school through our Enhanced Learning Program.

We’re proud to have qualified teachers and educators, supported by a team of national education experts, ensuring the highest quality childcare and early education.

Innovative Early Learning Programs

Our teachers deliver the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF or the national curriculum) through play-based learning that covers language, literacy, numeracy, STEM, social, and emotional development. Our program also includes:

  • Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR), an evidence-based program developed by Queensland University of Technology to support children’s executive function and self-regulation.
  • Environmental and social sustainability learning experiences.
  • Personalised learning plans for each child.
  • Local school connections.

We focus on strong family partnerships through regular learning and development conversations with your child’s lead educator, learning showcases, and in-centre family events. Our Xplor app provides real-time updates and learning summaries daily to keep you informed on your child’s journey.

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Services Provided by Pelican Childcare Fairways

State Government Approved Programs

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VIC Government Approved Kindergarten Program

Our Kindergarten program supports children’s learning, development, and well-being, ensuring a confident transition to school.

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Experienced & Nurturing Educators

Our long-standing team, with over 10 years of experience, provides a calm and supportive environment where children feel safe and secure.

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Community Engagement Experiences

Children explore their local community through excursions and visits, helping them build connections and learn about their environment.

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Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Our centre offers the Victorian Government-approved ‘Kinder: Best Start, Best Life’ program for 3–4-year-olds, providing up to 15 hours per week of funded Kindergarten. This program supports children’s learning, development, and well-being, setting them up for future success.

Our Enhanced Learning Program for Kindergarten children focuses on:

  • Numeracy & Literacy: Developing key skills for lifelong learning.
  • Self-Regulation: Fostering emotional control and resilience.
  • Social & Emotional Development: Supporting independence and building healthy relationships.
  • Creativity & Problem-Solving: Encouraging curiosity and critical thinking.

With extended hours and a year-round program (excluding public holidays), our Kindergarten program is delivered by qualified Early Childhood Teachers committed to supporting your child’s individual development.

Additional Benefits Include:

  • Government subsidy: Further reduces out-of-pocket Kinder fees in addition to your eligible Childcare Subsidy (CCS).
  • Personalised Learning Plans: Tailored to your child’s unique needs.
  • Rhythm and Resilience Program: Music and movement to improve emotional regulation.
  • School Readiness: Preparing your child for a smooth transition to school.

We also engage with local schools and provide transition statements, ensuring your child feels confident and prepared for the next steps in their education journey. Stay connected with your child’s progress via our Xplor platform, which offers regular updates on their learning and development.

About the Curriculum

About the Curriculum

“Let the child be the scriptwriter, director and the actor in their own play” - Magda Gerber

Nursery Space: 6 weeks – 2 years

Learning starts from before birth, and our Educators have created a welcoming and nurturing nursery environment where each baby feels safe to explore and discover new things - through their senses, their communication and cues (body language, facial expression and sounds) and through experimentation. On any given day you can see the nursery children engaging in all types of play including sensory play, music time, story time and more. Every day provides a brand new, exciting adventure for our babies to support their development, learning and wellbeing.

Toddler Space: 2 - 3 years

Our teachers and educators encourage the children to learn through play to help enhance their sensory-motor development. This happens through carefully planned music, dance, games, role playing and reading experiences.

On any given day the Toddlers can be seen developing their numeracy by building a tower, sorting objects, pointing and identifying shapes and patterns and participating in counting songs and games.

Children in our toddler space are encouraged to participate in group play. Group play is important as it helps our toddlers develop important social skills such as, turn-taking, developing self-confidence and emotional self-regulation. Our skilled team helps children through talking, planning and role modelling.

Kindergarten Space: 3 – 6 years

Kindergarten is a unique time for learning with peers and developing skills for later learning including confidence and curiosity, important skills for starting school. Our play-based program has school readiness at its core, encouraging active engagement in learning and supporting a range of positive developmental outcomes including resilience, independence, critical thinking and creativity.

The oral language supports literacy learning and a child’s oral language ability is the best predictor for later success in learning to read and write. Hearing the sounds within a language is the first critical step for all literacy learning. Our team supports our Kindergarten children's literacy development by engaging in rich discussions, reading, storytelling, dramatic play and experimentation all of which introduce new vocabulary as part of everyday conversations.

Throughout the Kindergarten year, children use their language to share ideas, ask questions, express themselves, and connect with peers and adults in social settings.

Social-emotional skills, including the ability to self-regulate emotions, are supported through group learning experiences. Our team supports each child’s social and emotional development by labelling and talking about emotions and supporting appropriate responses as together, they engage in new and challenging situations. Our goal in the Kindergarten year is to prepare children and families for a smooth transition to primary school.

Health and Nutrition

Health and Nutrition

Our centre chef prepares and cooks nutritious meals daily, catering to the unique dietary requirements of every child. We believe that by encouraging active participation (such as growing their own fruit and vegetables, preparing, and finally cooking!) children learn to appreciate and understand the importance of healthy eating across a wide variety of food.

Our centre offers seasonal whole food-based menus – created to delight the fussiest eaters.

Meet the team

Meet the team

Hi, my name is Virdah, and I am the Centre Manager at Pelican Fairways. I’m passionate about creating a centre where children feel safe and inspired, families feel heard and valued, and educators feel supported to grow.

I have been working in early childhood education since 2020, starting my career as an Early Childhood Teacher and progressing into roles including Educational Leader and Assistant Centre Manager. I was drawn to this profession by a genuine interest in children’s development and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact during their early years. I’m passionate about creating a centre where children feel safe and inspired, families feel heard and valued, and educators feel supported to grow.

Throughout my career, I’ve learned that strong, respectful relationships are the foundation of learning. My approach is centred on building trusting relationships and creating environments where children feel confident to explore and express themselves. I aim to support not only their learning, but also their resilience, sense of belonging, and overall well-being.

At Pelican Fairways, I’m proud to lead a diverse and dedicated team of educators who bring a wide range of experiences and perspectives. Together, we create a supportive, inclusive environment and work collaboratively to deliver high-quality care and learning experiences for every child.

Building strong relationships with families is central to my role. I prioritise open communication, take the time to understand each family’s needs, and ensure they feel supported and involved in their child’s learning. By working in partnership, we create a positive community where children and families can thrive.

Programs

Programs

At our centre, we provide a variety of engaging experiences that enhance and bring our learning curriculum to life each day.

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Pelican Childcare Fairways Reviews (61)

4.7 /5

Based on 61 Reviews

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Barsha Purohit

5.0 1 week ago

I can't recommend Pelican Fairways Daycare enough.<br><br>Our daughter started her orientation on 30 April and officially began attending from 5 May when she was just 17 months old. Like many toddlers, she was very attached to us and could be quite fussy and cranky, so starting daycare was a big step for our family.<br><br>From the very beginning, everyone went above and beyond to help her settle in. A special thank you to Simran and Jagpreet, who have been absolutely amazing with her. They have been so patient, caring and attentive, and it's clear they genuinely love what they do. Seeing the bond they've built with our daughter has made all the difference, and knowing she's in such caring hands gives us so much peace of mind.<br><br>I'd also like to thank Virdah, the Centre Manager, for all her support. She has made every effort to help us throughout this transition, always taking the time to listen, answer our questions and make sure both our daughter and our family felt supported. Her kindness and genuine care haven't gone unnoticed.<br><br>Every educator we've met has been warm, welcoming and caring. It's such a lovely environment, and we've seen our daughter become more comfortable and confident each week.<br><br>Thank you to the entire Pelican Fairways team for making what could have been a difficult transition such a positive experience. We truly appreciate everything you do and feel so grateful to have found such a wonderful daycare. ❤️

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Abdullah Sadiq Janjua

5.0 1 week ago

We’ve had a wonderful experience with this childcare. The staff are caring, friendly, and genuinely invested in the children’s wellbeing and development. My daughter is always happy to attend and has learned so much. I highly recommend this childcare to any parent looking for a safe and nurturing environment.

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Sadaf Fatima

5.0 1 week ago

I cannot speak highly enough of the management team at Pelican Childcare Fairways. They are professional, approachable, and genuinely care about the wellbeing of every child and family. You can see how much effort goes into creating a warm, welcoming, and safe environment where children can thrive.<br><br>The communication is always clear, any questions or concerns are handled promptly, and the centre is exceptionally well organised. It’s reassuring to know that the management team is so hands-on and committed to maintaining high standards of care and education.<br><br>The educators are kind, nurturing, and passionate, and it’s clear that this positive culture starts with strong leadership. My son absolutely loves attending, and we have seen such wonderful growth in his confidence, independence, and learning.<br><br>I highly recommend Pelican Childcare Fairways to any family looking for a centre that truly puts children and families first.

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Mohid Baig

5.0 1 week ago

I recently went to pick up my nephew from Pelican Childcare Fairways, and I was so impressed that I felt I had to leave a review.<br><br>The first thing I noticed was how seriously the centre takes safety. The sign-in and collection process was well managed, the doors were secure, and the educators were attentive and knew exactly who was collecting each child. It gave me a great sense of confidence knowing the children are so well protected.<br><br>The centre itself was clean, calm, and beautifully presented. The educators were warm, welcoming, and engaged with the children, who all looked happy and settled. It was lovely to see such positive interactions throughout the rooms.<br><br>It’s clear that the management and team take great pride in maintaining high standards of care, safety, and professionalism. From what I observed during such a short visit, I can absolutely understand why families choose this centre. Well done to the entire team for creating such a wonderful environment for children.

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Nadine Elomari

5.0 2 weeks ago

My child has been attending this service for over two years and this looks like a second home for my son.<br>everything is absolutely perfect, staff, environment and the connections. Child safety is paramount.<br>Excellent service!

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$186.50

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$159.27

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