Manchester Preschool
132 Manchester Road, Mooroolbark, Victoria 3138
About the Business
Welcome to Manchester Preschool, a community-based kindergarten located in Mooroolbark, Australia. Operated by an annually-elected parent committee of management, Manchester Preschool is a not-for-profit institution that offers sessional programs for 3/4-year-old and 4/5-year-old groups.
Situated on Manchester Road, our preschool facilities are owned and maintained by the Yarra Ranges Council, and we are proud to be funded by The Department of Education and Training (DET) to deliver a high-quality early childhood program for the children of Mooroolbark and surrounding suburbs.
One of the highlights of Manchester Preschool is our expansive outdoor playground. With lush greenery and well-established trees, the playground offers children ample opportunities to explore, engage with nature, and develop their physical and social skills. From a dry creek bed and fairy garden to climbing trees and traditional kindergarten structures, our playground is a haven for discovery and play.
Inside, our children's room is bright, spacious, and exceptionally well-resourced. Equipped with art and craft materials, educational tools, and a variety of toys, it provides a welcoming and homely space for children to learn and grow.
At Manchester Preschool, we take great pride in our team of friendly, caring, and experienced staff members. Passionate advocates for quality early childhood education, they work collaboratively to provide engaging and stimulating educational programs that enhance the learning and developmental outcomes for all children under their care.
We believe in inclusivity and recognize the individual strengths and potential of every child. Our staff members strive to establish close and positive relationships with families, aiming for shared understandings and goals for each child. We value the home/preschool partnership and warmly welcome and encourage all families to participate in our preschool community.
Child safety is of utmost importance to us. We have a zero-tolerance policy towards child abuse and actively work to listen to and empower children, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
As a community that acknowledges the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land, we pay our respects to their Elders past, present, and future. We celebrate the rich heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as Australia's First Peoples and the world's oldest living culture. Through true reconciliation, we aim to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to foster mutual respect, relationships, and opportunities.
Join us at Manchester Preschool and become a part of our nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Together, let's create a bright future for your child.
Contacts
132 Manchester Road, Mooroolbark, Victoria 3138, Australia
Reviews
"I have already had all my older kids go here! And I wouldn’t ever go anywhere else. They are the best down at Manchester pre school!"
"Such a fabulous preschool with nuturing and professional educators and both inside and outside play areas are of high standard. My little one loves going. I highly recommend this preschool."
"Educators are nurturing & engaging. They encourage the kids to explore the space & use this as learning opportunities for them. Independent play is encouraged and wet weather doesn't stop them from playing outside - wet weather clothes are provided. There's a beautiful inclusive community spirit. My child flourished in the play based learning and I love that 2 years on, she still has a strong connection to 'my kinder' & the educators."
"Manchester Preschool is a warm, friendly kinder where everyone is welcome and encouraged to be as involved as they want to be. The teachers are down to earth and loving - they nurture each child where they are at and gently encourage their development. They do everything they can to help the children in the transition from leaving their parents - and are genuinely happy for parents to stay around as long as they or their children feel it is necessary. There is a fantastically reresourced outdoor area which includes a fire pit as part of the 4yo program. There is a real emphasis on allowing children opportunities to learn and explore.. This includes a "risky play" policy which allows children unique opportunities to develop self awareness and confidence through experiences such as tree climbing, etc (in a safe, supervised environment) ... Cannot recommend this kinder highly eenough :)"
"Creative, play based learning at its best! My child along with quite a few others have completely emerged from their shells within the first few weeks of kinder! Teachers are amazing as is the whole kinder community! Couldn't recommend enough!"
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