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Genius Childcare Reservoir

192 Albert Street, Reservoir, VIC, 3073 view map
2.0
1800 249 186

Care Type:

Long Day Care

Hours:

6.30am to 6.30pm

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192 Albert Street, Reservoir, VIC, 3073

Genius Childcare Reservoir Reviews (9)

2.0

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Angelina

Mar, 2025

This childcare was just broadcasted on four corners, praying childcares like this get shut down.

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Ashlee Harrison

Mar, 2025

If you've come to check the reviews following the 4 Corners investigation, it is all 100% true. We removed our child from Genius in late 2024 due to the disturbing mismanagement of the centre. The centre was incredible at the beginning with a wonderful manager, 2IC and a team of dedicated staff who genuinely cared about our child. Genius has consistently underpaid or not paid their workers. Many have not been paid super in 2+ years. Turnover was insanely high, new casual educators every second day as they can't retain staff. Ratios are ignored and casual educators sit watching the children rather than interacting or assisting crying kids. I personally had to comfort children who were crying as the casual educators sat and watched. Educators spread gossip about other children and parents, providing kids medical information to unrelated parties on multiple occasions. Staff were passed up for promotions because the manager is "sick of training people". My child came home crying every single day. Despite having a known allergy with the -CORRECT AND VALID- ASCIA paperwork, the casual educators continued to cause allergic reactions. I had to collect him multiple times due to their negligence which left him with painful welts on his face for days at a time. Management denied that they had caused the reactions, stating that it was HFM. Upon yet another call asking me to collect him, I asked the casual educator who confirmed they had been causing the allergic reactions. Management still denied, even after I had proof of this occuring and verified by our GP. Management is quick to retaliate when you raise concerns by threatening exclusion from the service (but will still want to charge you the full fees). Confidentiality and privacy was breached multiple times which I doubt has been reported as required. There is no compassion or care given by management, they absolutely do not care for you or your children's wellbeing. Manager won't even bother to pick up the phone and call you back, instead makes the 3IC have the difficult conversations. Middle management is also just as bad. They will gaslight you, ignore your concerns and try to go against what is best for your child. They disregard educators' attempts to advocate for your child and their development. They claim to know what's best for your child despite never setting foot in the room or even knowing your child's name. They are unsupportive of the staff on the ground, have unrealistic expectations, and are part of a much bigger issue. Genius is by far the worst centre I have heard of, or come across. I am one of many parents who have removed their children from the centre. I feel for the last remaining full time educators who are incredible and doing their best to care for the children but are being left unsupported by management, who think the way to resolve issues is to silence people, force educators & parents to leave and throw untrained casuals into the centre. I'll await my "take down the bad review" email that is incoming, as the manager enjoys attempting to intimidate people into removing reviews.

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Ardy Taghavi

Mar, 2025

This was just on 4 corners

About Genius Childcare Reservoir

For children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, Genius Reservoir offers an inspiring learning environment where they can reach their full potential. The educators are nurturing and caring, working with each child to build a strong and meaningful relationship.

The impressive outdoor play space has a large UFO for the children to explore. They can also try their hand at gardening, ride their bikes around the track or simply run, jump and play!

The modern indoor space is bright and filled with light to create an inspiring learning environment. Filled with resources to support the children’s development, the classrooms are like a home away from home.

Located on Albert St, the centre is convenient to access. Why not book a tour of this warm and welcoming centre today?

Centre Highlights:

  • Passionate and qualified educators
  • Nutritionally-balanced meals prepared on-site daily
  • Nappies, bibs, bedding and sunscreen provided
  • Approved kindergarten program
  • Large outdoor playspace
  • Lifeskills program
  • Holistic curriculum
  • Regular incursions and excursions

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Price

Genius Childcare Reservoir

$143

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$145

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