Rowen Street Kindergarten is a not-for-profit early childhood education center located in Glen Iris, Victoria. Established in 1945, the kindergarten has a rich history of providing quality education to children aged 3 to 5 years old. Managed by a dedicated volunteer parent committee, Rowen Street Kindergarten offers a play-based curriculum that focuses on fostering children’s creativity, problem-solving skills, and social interactions.
With a strong emphasis on outdoor play and learning, Rowen Street Kindergarten boasts an extensive and inviting outdoor playspace designed for active bodies and nature-play in all weather conditions. Children are encouraged to interact with the environment through various activities such as building cubbies, water-play, and gardening. The kindergarten’s commitment to sustainability is evident through practices like composting, growing vegetables, and teaching children to be caretakers of the environment.
Rowen Street Kindergarten follows the National Quality Framework to ensure high-quality education and care services for children. The kindergarten’s educators, who are highly qualified and experienced, work closely with families to support each child’s sense of belonging, being, and becoming. Through continuous reflection and improvement, Rowen Street Kindergarten remains dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive learning environment where children can thrive and develop essential skills for their future.
