Top Rated Centre
(03) 9126 0533
(03) 9126 0533Address:
450 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
Care Type:
Long Day Care, Pre-school
Hours:
7:30AM to 6:30PM
Vacancies
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Infant
0-1 years
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$205 /day
Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Sentia Early Learning.
Address:
450 Flinders Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
Rating Score
Excellent centre, more than just childcare. Our son has thrived here and we are devastated to be leaving for logistical reasons. Admin staff are flexible and accomodating to working parents. Could not recommend more highly.
- Louise Boyle
Out daughter has spent 2.5 wonderful years at Sentia where she has thrived. From the first time we walked into Sentia, we felt comfortable and we loved the way our entire family were welcomed into the Sentia community. I will always be grateful to Sentia for the care they have provided for my daughter and the way she has developed under their care.
- Matthew Cooke
A unique ELC full of dedicated and caring Educators. We loved the Sentia community and were so glad our daughter was able to be there for her early years.
- Sarah Paparo
Welcome to Sentia Early Learning!
Sentia Early Learning is a one of a kind child care centre on Flinders Street in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. With an incredible rooftop playground that was designed by the children, little ones can enjoy views over the Yarra River as well as the city’s train line.
The team is committed to building strong relationships with the children and families, and their high staff retention is a key indicator of happy educators at the centre. Sentia Early Learning has an atmosphere of safety and joy, crafted to inspire children, build their confidence and take their first steps toward a lifelong love of learning.
This family-owned centre is open from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm and cares for children from 3 months to school age. Parents can enjoy free parking to make drop off and pick up times more convenient.
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Welcome to Sentia Early Learning!
Sentia Early Learning is a one of a kind child care centre on Flinders Street in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. With an incredible rooftop playground that was designed by the children, little ones can enjoy views over the Yarra River as well as the city’s train line.
The team is committed to building strong relationships with the children and families, and their high staff retention is a key indicator of happy educators at the centre. Sentia Early Learning has an atmosphere of safety and joy, crafted to inspire children, build their confidence and take their first steps toward a lifelong love of learning.
This family-owned centre is open from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm and cares for children from 3 months to school age. Parents can enjoy free parking to make drop off and pick up times more convenient.
Programs
Service Extras
Why not book a tour today!
State Government Approved Programs
Big shout out to the Educators at Sentia who have cared for our son like members of our family.
Nat - parent
From day dot, it has been lovely dealing with all your staff and it was such a relief knowing that your team cared for him as much as we do.
Jo - parent
We are so happy that our son attends a centre where families, children and educators are valued, respected and happy.
Sam - parent
Regular excursions: the children go on walks around the city to nearby historic and cultural sites. This creates a sense of place and strengthens the children's connection to the local community.
Science program: the kindergarten children enjoy the specialist science program, allowing them to understand how things work and to always question why.
Music program: children of all ages at the centre enjoy regular music lessons as part of their daily routine.
Sports and physical education: the children take part in fun sports, physical activity and yoga regularly at the centre.
3 months +
The program for the babies respects and follows each child's own routine from home. The educators provide a safe and secure environment that allows for each child’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development. The children's interests help shape the intentional and spontaneous teaching aspect to the program. The babies enjoy both calm and stimulating environments, with plenty of rest, gentle play and safe exploration.
1 year - 2 years
The experienced and compassionate educators are attentive, comforting and listening to the toddlers at their level. They enjoy singing sessions, story time, science, craft time, sand and water play. The program is based on the children's interests and their developmental milestones. Educators encourage imagination through art to express emotions and ideas. From drawing and painting to music, dancing and theatrical performance, the activities help promote creative thinking and personal expression. With a variety of craft, books, construction, puzzles and natural materials, their language, literacy and numeracy experiences are integrated through every aspect of their daily journey.
Early Pre-Kinder: 2 years - 3 years
The children enjoy their singing sessions, story time, science, craft time, sand and water play. Educators support and nurture the children’s growing confidence as they move to greater independence, gently preparing them for their journey towards kinder. Educators support parents with toilet training and other independent tasks such as meal times and dressing. The children enjoy lots of outdoor play, no matter the weather.
Late Pre-Kinder: 2 years - 3 years
Educators seek to foster the children’s independence while providing them a safe base to build from. Toddlerhood features plenty of significant milestones in their cognitive and social development. The centre’s Pre-Kinder program offers plenty of opportunities to these busy little people through social, emotional, physical, cognitive, language, creative, cultural and environmental learning. All children are encouraged to interact in group play, to teach the values of sharing and cooperation as they develop friendships.
3 years - 4 years
The educators support the children as their emotional and language skills develop. They learn to explore their feelings and become more interested in making friends and playing with other children. The program is derived from the children’s interests and supports their development based on age appropriate milestones, with a play-based approach. Educators focus on particular topics children want to learn and explore these through a variety of mediums in which they can relate, learn and converse. The children enjoy messy play, construction, pretend play, stories, counting, songs and small group activities.
4 years - 5 years
The educators are there to guide each child to prepare them for the next exciting stage of their educational journey. Children at this age are emerging as confident, independent little people with their own thoughts and ideas about the world around them. Educators place a high emphasis on the environment both indoors and outdoors, to ensure that there are opportunities for children to explore, discover and engage in learning. Children take part in activities such as music, science, interest based activities, yoga, outdoor play experiences and educational excursions within the local community.
We wholeheartedly appreciate what a big decision it is for parents to entrust us with their child. Your confidence largely rests on the people who will take care of your most valuable asset! This is why our most valuable asset is our staff.
We pride ourselves on having committed, experienced educators with a long history with us. Building relationships with staff creates trust and security for both parents and children.
The centre is guided by four pillars: trust, security, support and growth. I believe Sentia Early Learning is a truly magical place.
Angela, Centre Director
Our program is centred around providing our children with a supportive and welcoming environment that encourages them to be who they are as individuals and embraces cultural diversity and beliefs.
Erika, Educational Leader
The educators see food as an integral part of the children’s day, not only as healthy nourishment, but as a way to learn more about the food, it’s sources, different cultures and the importance of connection and the conversations it brings.
Educators and children come together for each meal to enjoy what the in-house chef has prepared for the day. The six week rotating menus are inspired by fresh, seasonal produce and veggies from their own patch outside.
Children help prepare the food, allowing them to explore ingredients, experience the joy of cooking and presenting a meal through to eating the delicious end-result. By introducing them to a world of delicious flavours and being involved in the process, it helps encourage children to try new foods.
The meals each day include breakfast, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. This is an egg and nut free centre, and they always offer meals that meet all children's dietary and cultural requirements.
Morning
Alexandra is ten months old and loves going on excursions in the pram with her nursery friends. Today they’re heading to the local park to see what birds they can spot in the trees.
Lunch
Alexandra is playing with some soft blocks on the mat before she heads off for a nap in the sleeping area. Her educator reads her some books before preparing her for a rest.
Afternoon
Alexandra loves music, and today the educators have set out lots of small musical instruments for the children to explore.
Morning
Emmett is two and a half and loves playing outside. Today the children enjoy some fun soccer activities, kicking balls to each other and trying to score a goal.
Lunch
Emmett is looking forward to today’s excursion, as they are walking to the local park to try out the swings and slide.
Afternoon
Emmett and his friends love their yoga classes, as these mindfulness sessions give them the skills to self-regulate.
Morning
Ella is four years old and loves to play outside. She and her friends are helping the educators water the plants in the veggie garden.
Lunchtime
After lunch, Ella and her friends are taking part in the centre’s yoga program. Led by an educator, Ella learns to hold her pose and is improving her balance every week.
Afternoon
Ella loves taking part in the cooking demonstrations with the centre chef. Today they’ve picked some raspberries from the garden to use in homemade muffins for afternoon tea.
Infant
0-1 years
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Toddler
1-2 years
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Pre-Kindy
2-3 years
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Kindy
3-5 years
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Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Sentia Early Learning.
Rating Score
Louise Boyle
Excellent centre, more than just childcare. Our son has thrived here and we are devastated to be leaving for logistical reasons. Admin staff are flexible and accomodating to working parents. Could not recommend more highly.
Matthew Cooke
Out daughter has spent 2.5 wonderful years at Sentia where she has thrived. From the first time we walked into Sentia, we felt comfortable and we loved the way our entire family were welcomed into the Sentia community. I will always be grateful to Sentia for the care they have provided for my daughter and the way she has developed under their care.
Sarah Paparo
A unique ELC full of dedicated and caring Educators. We loved the Sentia community and were so glad our daughter was able to be there for her early years.
with Melbourne, 3000
Above average
Above average
Sentia Early Learning
$205
Suburb Average
$169
Above average
The National Quality Standard is an industry benchmark defined by the government.
Sentia Early Learning
Exceeding
Suburb Average
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