East Melbourne Childcare Co-op Yarra Park Children’s Centre is a not-for-profit childcare provider established in 1992, offering high-quality childcare and funded kindergarten programs at affordable prices. With a commitment to providing a nurturing and supportive learning environment, the centre incorporates the guiding principles of the National Quality Standard and the Early Years Learning Framework. The dedicated educators focus on enhancing children’s learning and development by building on their interests and knowledge, while fostering a sense of community involvement and partnership with families.
The centre values the input of parents and family members as co-educators, recognizing the importance of relationships in a child’s healthy development and learning success. Committed to providing a safe and inclusive space for all children, East Melbourne Childcare Co-op promotes children’s agency and ensures zero tolerance of child abuse. With a diverse and inclusive community, the centre thrives on collaboration and partnership between management, educators, families, and the children themselves, creating a holistic approach to early childhood education.
East Melbourne Childcare Co-op Yarra Park Children’s Centre is dedicated to reconciliation and respect for Australia’s First Peoples. Acknowledging the traditional custodians of the land and committing to reconciliation through a formal Reconciliation Action Plan, the centre embeds Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge and traditions into its programs. With a focus on unity, equity, and equality, the centre aims to promote understanding and appreciation of Indigenous cultures while celebrating their rich histories and current achievements.