Perry Street Childcare Centre & Elizabeth Gorman Memorial Kindergarten 129 Perry Street, Fairfield, Victoria 3078
About the Business
Welcome to Perry Street Childcare Centre & Elizabeth Gorman Memorial Kindergarten, a vibrant and inclusive early childhood education centre located in Fairfield, Australia. Situated at 129 Perry Street, our establishment is a point of interest in the Darebin community, attracting families from Fairfield, Northcote, Preston, Thornbury, Alphington, and beyond.
With a rich history spanning 40 years, our centre is a testament to our commitment to providing excellence in early childhood education. We take pride in being rated as "Exceeding" in all seven national Quality Areas, ensuring that your child receives the highest standard of care and education in a safe and nurturing environment.
At Perry Street, we understand and celebrate the uniqueness of each child and family. Our dedicated staff, many of whom have been with us for a decade, utilize their deep understanding of the children to create a supportive and engaging atmosphere. We believe in fostering early language and social interactions, allowing children to develop essential skills while feeling secure and supported.
In our Acacia Room, we encourage creativity and social development in preparation for Kindergarten. Our 3- and 4-year-old kindergarten programs are delivered by two bachelor qualified teachers and two diploma qualified educators in a Long Day Care setting, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience for your child.
We are fortunate to have beautiful bush gardens, sand pits, and even chickens for the children to enjoy. Our outdoor play spaces provide ample opportunities for exploration and physical activity, enriching your child's experience at Perry Street. Our families appreciate the emphasis we place on outdoor play, as highlighted by one parent who said, "I feel so lucky to be able to send both my children to Perry Street. The kids spend so much time playing outside in the bush gardens, in the sand pits and with the chickens - it's so great! The staff are lovely and have very little turnover - most have been there for several years."
As an institution, we acknowledge and pay respect to the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation, the traditional custodians of the lands on which we live, learn, and work. We value their culture, community, and wisdom, and strive to incorporate Indigenous perspectives into our educational programs.
At Perry Street Childcare Centre & Elizabeth Gorman Memorial Kindergarten, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where your child can thrive. Join our community and give your child the best start in their educational journey. Contact us today to learn more or schedule a visit.
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Location & Phone number
129 Perry Street, Fairfield, Victoria 3078, Australia
Hours open
Monday:
07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday:
07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday:
07:30 - 18:00
Thursday:
07:30 - 18:00
Friday:
07:30 - 18:00
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"You don't know what you're missing - until you find it elsewhere...at Perry St. My oldest went to another local childcare, which I thought was pretty good. However my younger son has been at Perry St for over a year now and we are so delighted and grateful that he is there. The educators are amazing and caring, with low turnover (many have been there for 10yrs+). The outdoor spaces are beautiful and stimulating. Communication by management and the committee have always been frequent, transparent and reassuring, in particular during Covid-19. Just a wonderful community to be a part of."
"We love Perry St as does our daughter. The wonderful caring staff are amazing and most of them have been there for quite some time. The food is fantastic and the outdoor space is lovely with chickens and plants and herbs growing. The educators and centre staff are responsive and caring and always open to any questions. I can highly recommend."
"Why we chose Perry St Childcare & kindergarten. Was we were impressed instantly with homely and welcoming feeling on our first visit. We were looking for a small community family centre. The educators have always been professional as well as caring and understanding. The positive attitude of the staff has assisted in our little girl to blossom and achieve her personal goals. I believe the big contributor to her achievements is the amazing outdoor play areas. The natural habitat of the surroundings gardens and chickens. The team at Perry street are always supportive and approachable.Thank you so much."
"I feel so lucky to be able to send both my children to Perry Street. The kids spend so much time playing outside in the bush gardens, in the sand pits and with the chickens - it's so great! The staff are lovely and have very little turn over - most have been there for several years. One of the reason we moved our children to Perry St is because the centre provides both 3 and 4 yo kindergarten programs. There is also great environmental and indigenous cultural education throughout the age groups. The babies' room is also very caring and gentle, my daughter is always happy to be left there - a great relief! The centre Director is very skilled, long term child care professional who has been involved in broader policy work to improve the industry. She obviously deeply cares about this centre, its staff and the kids! There are multiple community events that the centre runs that we enjoy attending. This extra level of work and commitment makes for a very happy community around the centre which I really appreciate."
"My children love attending Perry St and we love being involved with this unique community-based centre. The outdoor gardens are what first caught our attention when visiting the centre - they are beautiful and our kids have an absolute blast exploring in the gardens, tending to the chickens, and creating all sorts of things in the learning spaces that are set up and changed regularly. The staff are amazing teachers and very responsive to the needs and interests of the children. Most staff have been at Perry St for many years, making it have a family feel, and we feel very lucky that our kids are being educated by such experienced and caring people. The food is delicious too!"
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