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Community Kids Pakenham Early Education Centre

Community Kids Pakenham Early Education Centre

95 Army Road, Pakenham, VIC, 3810 view map
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5.0
(03) 5902 7206

Care Type:

Long Day Care, Pre-school

Hours:

6.30am to 6.30pm

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95 Army Road, Pakenham, VIC, 3810

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I cannot thank Community Kids Pakenham enough for the incredible love, care, and support they show—not only to our little girl but to us as a family as well. In just six months of attending, we’ve been truly overwhelmed by the kindness and dedication of the educators who nurture her every single day. As parents, we’ve felt deeply supported, especially during challenging times, and that sense of community means the world to us. The centre itself is wonderful, but it’s the educators and directors who make it exceptional. A special shoutout to Linda, Acting Centre Manager, and to my daughter’s amazing primary carers—Rachel, Simone, Grace, Kaneisha, and Leah. Your care, patience, and warmth have made such a difference in our lives. We are endlessly grateful for each of you. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

- Jennifer Peake

About Community Kids Pakenham Early Education Centre

We are conveniently located for families in or commuting through Pakenham, Nar Nar Goon, Nar Nar Goon North and Pakenham Upper.

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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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.

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Community Kids Pakenham Early Education Centre Reviews (92)

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Jennifer Peake

Dec, 2025

I cannot thank Community Kids Pakenham enough for the incredible love, care, and support they show—not only to our little girl but to us as a family as well. In just six months of attending, we’ve been truly overwhelmed by the kindness and dedication of the educators who nurture her every single day. As parents, we’ve felt deeply supported, especially during challenging times, and that sense of community means the world to us. The centre itself is wonderful, but it’s the educators and directors who make it exceptional. A special shoutout to Linda, Acting Centre Manager, and to my daughter’s amazing primary carers—Rachel, Simone, Grace, Kaneisha, and Leah. Your care, patience, and warmth have made such a difference in our lives. We are endlessly grateful for each of you. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

Response from the owner 10 Dec 2025

Hello Jennifer, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review! We’re delighted that you have gotten incredible love, care, and support from our team. Your feedback fuels our passion to provide outstanding care. Kind regards, The Community Kids Team

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Carly Griffith

Nov, 2025

Im very happy with my granddaughters daycare, the staff are always posting such beautiful photos of her, and are really informative when I come. The kinder rooms are looking so engaging and the team are always working hard with the children, you can tell as soon as you walk in. Always doing something fun. I only know a couple of staff, but the two kinder room teachers are all amazing. Thank you for always doing your best with my granddaughter, she absolutely loves coming in seeing Linda out the front, and Lekan, Kalpani and Sunil. Lisa the cook, wow I was lucky to get one of her parent treats the other week. The best cook! Community kids even think of parents also. Thank you. Sorry for the long review. But super happy.

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Courtney Manks

Jul, 2025

Daycare can truly become a second home for our children when it’s the right fit – and that’s what we found with Community Kids Pakenham. From the moment we walked in, we felt the warmth and friendliness here. The educators are kind, caring, and genuinely take the time to get to know each child and family where they can. It feels more like a welcoming home than a formal learning facility. There’s a lovely sense of comfort and community that made it easy for our child to settle in here. She loves her educators and I feel, as a parent, that I can bring up consers with management and be listened to.

Response from the owner 10 Jul 2025

Dear Courtney, Thank you so much for your amazing 5-star review! We’re delighted that our centre has become a second home for your children. It’s wonderful to know that our dedication is making a positive impact on your family. Warm wishes, The Community Kids Team

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