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Child's Play Mambourin

Child's Play Mambourin

121 Callaway St, Mambourin, VIC, 3024 view map
Verified
4.9
Recently Opened
New Centre
(03) 9749 4399

Care Type:

Long Day Care

Hours:

6:30am to 6:30pm

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Address:

121 Callaway St, Mambourin, VIC, 3024

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4.9

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Read our 39 Reviews

Very Well Informed!!!

- Nitish Bajaj

I recently toured this centre, and I am genuinely impressed. From the moment I walked through the doors, I felt welcomed and valued. The Centre Director was absolutely exceptional. In all my experiences visiting childcare centres, I have rarely come across someone so professional, knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely passionate about early childhood education. Every question I had was answered with patience, clarity, and remarkable attention to detail. It was evident that the children’s wellbeing, learning, and development are at the heart of everything they do. The centre itself is warm, inviting, clean, and thoughtfully designed to create a safe and nurturing environment for children. The staff members I met were friendly, caring, and highly engaged, which gave me great confidence in the quality of care provided. What stood out most was the positive culture throughout the centre. There was a genuine sense of warmth, respect, and professionalism that is difficult to find. You can immediately tell that this is a place where children are encouraged to thrive, explore, and develop with confidence. Choosing a childcare centre is one of the most important decisions a parent can make, and after my visit, I left feeling incredibly reassured and excited. Thank you to the entire team, and especially the Centre Director, for such a wonderful experience. I would highly recommend Childsplay at Mambourin to any family seeking exceptional early childhood care and education. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A centre can have beautiful facilities, but it’s the people who make the real difference—and the people here are truly outstanding.”

- Puneet Sharma

We’ve had a great experience with Child’s Play Mambourin for our two boys, including one in Kinder. Our boys settled in really well, which has been very reassuring. We love the regular updates and daily photos showing all the activities they’re involved in. It’s clear they’re happy and engaged. The educators are amazing as well — caring and very supportive. We’re very happy with the care our boys are receiving and would recommend the centre to other families.

- Blessing Kanhemba

About Child's Play Mambourin

Located at 121 Callaway Street, our newest family-owned centre offers high-quality care and early education for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. Guided by parents and educators Sam and Ian Johnson, we are committed to building strong connections with families and the community.

Our centre features eight beautifully designed rooms, each reflecting familiar home and community settings to help children feel safe, confident, and ready to learn. With separate nursery, toddler, and kinder rooms, we support every stage of early development. 

Our calming indoor spaces use natural timber furniture and soft, welcoming tones, while our outdoor areas spark imagination and physical play, because every day should feel like a new adventure!

At Child’s Play Mambourin, we believe in play with purpose, and that Every Child Matters. Join us and be part of a community where children feel cared for, safe, and inspired to grow.

Book a tour to explore our childcare and kindergarten centre - We're so excited to meet you!

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Centre philosophy

Centre philosophy

At Child’s Play ELC, our philosophy is simple: every child matters. We believe each child is unique, capable and deserving of care, respect and opportunities to thrive. Our centres are guided by values of inclusion, belonging, kindness and respect, creating a place where families feel supported and children feel at home.

As immigrants from the UK, our founders Sam and Ian Johnson came to see childcare as an extension of family. After many years working in education, they dreamed of creating their own centres where children are truly nurtured and families feel deeply connected. That vision lives on today, in welcoming spaces that feel like a second home and give every child the chance to grow into a confident, compassionate learner.

Health and Nutrition

Health and Nutrition

We know healthy food fuels happy learning. That’s why our in-house chefs prepare fresh, seasonal meals and snacks daily, designed to give children the nutrients they need to grow and thrive.

Our meals are as diverse as the little learners we serve, featuring a variety of cuisines, including Mexican, Italian, Indian, and classic Australian dishes. Plus, we’re flexible – adjusting our menu based on children’s needs and preferences, making mealtimes a truly delightful experience.

About the Curriculum

About the Curriculum

Our curriculum is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, which sees every child as curious, capable and full of potential. We focus on seven key areas of learning, including literacy, numeracy, creativity, wellbeing, social and emotional development. This balance helps children build confidence and skills for both school and life.


Learning happens through play, real-world experiences and meaningful connections with others. Our educators listen to children’s ideas and guide their learning in ways that reflect their interests and cultural background. This creates a program that feels fun and engaging while also supporting each child to grow into a confident and compassionate individual.

Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Our kindergarten program is led by qualified kindergarten teachers who guide children through a rich, play-based curriculum inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. With a strong focus on school readiness, we help children grow in confidence, independence and a love of learning.

Alongside literacy, numeracy and creativity, we celebrate the little milestones that make a big difference: putting on jackets, packing bags and caring for belongings. These everyday achievements, supported by our caring teachers, give children the skills and self-assurance they need to step into school with excitement and pride.

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$151-$166 /day

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Child's Play Mambourin Reviews (39)

4.9 /5

Based on 39 Reviews

Our average ratings are pulled from verified reviews from Google Reviews and direct parent reviews posted on the Care For Kids website.
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Nitish Bajaj

5.0 1 week ago

Very Well Informed!!!

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Puneet Sharma

5.0 2 weeks ago

I recently toured this centre, and I am genuinely impressed. From the moment I walked through the doors, I felt welcomed and valued. The Centre Director was absolutely exceptional. In all my experiences visiting childcare centres, I have rarely come across someone so professional, knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely passionate about early childhood education. Every question I had was answered with patience, clarity, and remarkable attention to detail. It was evident that the children’s wellbeing, learning, and development are at the heart of everything they do. The centre itself is warm, inviting, clean, and thoughtfully designed to create a safe and nurturing environment for children. The staff members I met were friendly, caring, and highly engaged, which gave me great confidence in the quality of care provided. What stood out most was the positive culture throughout the centre. There was a genuine sense of warmth, respect, and professionalism that is difficult to find. You can immediately tell that this is a place where children are encouraged to thrive, explore, and develop with confidence. Choosing a childcare centre is one of the most important decisions a parent can make, and after my visit, I left feeling incredibly reassured and excited. Thank you to the entire team, and especially the Centre Director, for such a wonderful experience. I would highly recommend Childsplay at Mambourin to any family seeking exceptional early childhood care and education. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A centre can have beautiful facilities, but it’s the people who make the real difference—and the people here are truly outstanding.”

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Blessing Kanhemba

5.0 1 month ago

We’ve had a great experience with Child’s Play Mambourin for our two boys, including one in Kinder. Our boys settled in really well, which has been very reassuring. We love the regular updates and daily photos showing all the activities they’re involved in. It’s clear they’re happy and engaged. The educators are amazing as well — caring and very supportive. We’re very happy with the care our boys are receiving and would recommend the centre to other families.

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Garima Khatri

4.0 1 month ago
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Lovepreet Kaur

5.0 1 month ago

Hi, We are there for only a week but so far experience was great . All the help from front staff, room staff(room5) was great . We are so happy to send our daughter and it was great decision for us chossing child’s play mambourin.

How Child's Play Mambourin Compares

with Mambourin, 3024

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Price

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Child's Play Mambourin

$156

Suburb Average

$144.16

NQS

The National Quality Standard is an industry benchmark defined by the government.

Child's Play Mambourin

Provisional

Suburb Average

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NQS Rating Breakdown

Overall

Provisional

Educational Program and Practice Provisional
Children's Health and Safety Provisional
Physical environment Provisional
Staffing Arrangements Provisional
Relationships with children Provisional
Collaborative partnerships with families and communities Provisional
Governance and leadership Provisional

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