**A Truly Exceptional Start to Life and Learning** Southern Cross Montessori Torquay has been nothing short of extraordinary for our family. From day one, the team has gone above and beyond—not only delivering exceptional play and educational experiences, but also providing unwavering support for our child’s developmental journey. Their expertise and genuine care in guiding both children and caregivers through early intervention and support for developmental delay has made all the difference. Their dedication is not just professional—it’s deeply personal, and we are endlessly grateful. The Montessori approach here has gifted our child with the confidence, independence, and essential skills needed for Prep next year. We have seen incredible growth in so many areas—literacy, numeracy, language, creativity, and emotional development—all nurtured through a diverse and thoughtful learning environment. Beyond academics, there’s a true focus on community, team building, and fostering a love of learning that we believe will last a lifetime. If you're looking for the best possible start to life in the play and education realm, this is it. We feel incredibly lucky to have been part of the Southern Cross Montessori Torquay community and wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking an inspiring, supportive, and enriching preschool experience for their child.

Both of our children were enrolled in the Southern Cross Montessori Kindergarten program before they continued on their homeschool journey. I can confidently say that the SCM program has been a fantastic experience and given them the best start, both socially and academically! We found the classroom to be nurturing and stimulating, and the hands-on learning allowed our kids to thrive at their own pace. The passionate teachers provided guidance whilst encouraging independent exploration. The mixed-age setup fostered collaboration and social skills, which greatly benefited my kids growth. The engaging materials promoted critical thinking, boosting our childrens confidence and independence. Overall, I highly recommend this Montessori program for its holistic approach to early childhood education. It has sparked a lasting love for learning in my children!

My daughter loves going to kinder here. Lots of natural light, fantastic staff, and great spaces indoor and out. We drive out from Geelong and it is worth it. Will send all our children here. When I ask my daughter what she loves about Montessori she says the monkey bars, the trees, making things, the sandpit, sand paper letters, brown stairs and the pink tower

My son is SO happy at Southern Cross Montessori Kindergarten and Daycare. The Montessori style of learning is a fantastic method which REALLY enables his teachers to follow his interests and help him develop who he is, NOT what someone wants him to be.

This is a special place and the children enjoy it. I love the little garden, worm farm, and chooks.