{"id":843,"date":"2026-09-04T09:13:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-03T23:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/montessoriminds.vic.edu.au\/hoppers-crossing\/faqs\/"},"modified":"2026-09-10T11:38:24","modified_gmt":"2026-09-10T01:38:24","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/montessoriminds.vic.edu.au\/hoppers-crossing\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"cs-content\" class=\"cs-content\"><div class=\"x-section e843-e1 mnf-0 mnf-1 mnf-2\"><div class=\"x-bg\"><div class=\"x-bg-layer-upper-img\" data-x-element-bg-layer=\"{&quot;parallaxSize&quot;:&quot;120%&quot;,&quot;parallaxDir&quot;:&quot;h&quot;,&quot;parallaxRev&quot;:false}\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/montessoriminds.vic.edu.au\/hoppers-crossing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/mmhc-faq-banner.jpg\" alt=\"faqs with parents and their child\" loading=\"lazy\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-row x-container max width e843-e2 mnf-9 mnf-b mnf-c\"><div class=\"x-row-inner\"><div class=\"x-col e843-e3 mnf-f mnf-g mnf-h\"><div class=\"x-grid x-container max width e843-e4 mnf-k mnf-l mnf-m mnf-n mnf-o mnf-p mnf-q\"><div class=\"x-cell e843-e5 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e6 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><hr class=\"x-line e843-e7 mnf-26 mnf-27\"\/><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e8 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2g mnf-2h mnf-2i mnf-2j mnf-2k mnf-2l mnf-2m mnf-2n mnf-2o\"><span class=\"logocolor\">\u2014<\/span> \u2014 <span>A guide for considering families <\/span>\u2014<\/div><hr class=\"x-line e843-e9 mnf-27 mnf-28\"\/><div class=\"x-text x-text-headline e843-e11 mnf-3x mnf-3y\"><div class=\"x-text-content\"><div class=\"x-text-content-text\"><h1 class=\"x-text-content-text-primary\">The questions parents <span class=\"logocolor\"><em>actually<\/em><\/span> ask us.<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e12 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e13 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e14 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e15 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2v mnf-2w mnf-2x\">Choosing the right early learning environment is one of the most important decisions a family makes. We've put together clear, honest answers to the questions families bring on tour \u2014 about fees, Free Kinder, the Montessori approach, settling in, and daily life at our Norlane centre.<\/div><hr class=\"x-line e843-e16 mnf-27 mnf-29\"\/><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e17 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2v mnf-2w mnf-2x mnf-2y\">Can\u2019t find what you\u2019re looking for?<\/div><hr class=\"x-line e843-e18 mnf-27 mnf-28\"\/><a class=\"x-anchor x-anchor-button has-graphic e843-e19 mnf-40 mnf-41 mnf-42 mnf-43 mnf-44 mnf-45 mnf-46 mnf-47 mnf-48 mnf-49 mnf-4a mnf-4b mnf-8\" tabindex=\"0\" href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/contact\/\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;durationBase&quot;:&quot;300ms&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-anchor-content\"><span class=\"x-graphic\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"x-icon x-graphic-child x-graphic-icon x-graphic-primary\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><i class=\"x-icon x-graphic-child x-graphic-icon x-graphic-secondary\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf178;\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"x-anchor-text\"><span class=\"x-anchor-text-primary\">Get In Touch!<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e20 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-section e843-e33 mnf-0 mnf-1 mnf-3 mnf-4\"><\/div><div class=\"x-section e843-e179 mnf-0 mnf-1 mnf-4 mnf-5\" id=\"mycontainer\"><div class=\"x-row x-container max width e843-e180 mnf-9 mnf-a mnf-b mnf-d\"><div class=\"x-row-inner\"><div class=\"x-col e843-e181 mnf-g mnf-h mnf-i\"><\/div><div class=\"x-col e843-e182 mnf-g mnf-h mnf-i\"><div class=\"x-row e843-e183 mnf-9 mnf-b mnf-e\"><div class=\"x-row-inner\"><div class=\"x-col e843-e184 mnf-h mnf-i mnf-j\"><div class=\"x-div e843-e185 mnf-4s mnf-4u mnf-4z mnf-50\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e186 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2i mnf-2j mnf-2l mnf-2m mnf-2o mnf-31 mnf-32 mnf-34 mnf-3e mnf-3m\">On this page<\/div><hr class=\"x-line e843-e187 mnf-27 mnf-28\"\/><hr class=\"x-line e843-e188 mnf-58 mnf-59\"\/><hr class=\"x-line e843-e189 mnf-27 mnf-28\"\/><div class=\"mm-faq-toc\">\n        <ul>\n          <li><a href=\"#getting-started\">Getting Started<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"#fees\">Fees &amp; Subsidies<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"#approach\">Montessori Approach<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"#daily\">Daily Life<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"#settling\">Settling &amp; Wellbeing<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"#safety\">Safety &amp; Health<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"#community\">Community &amp; Culture<\/a><\/li>\n          <li><a href=\"#contact\">Still Have Questions?<\/a><\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-col e843-e192 mnf-g mnf-h mnf-i\"><div class=\"x-acc e843-e193 mnf-5b\" id=\"x-acc-e843-e193\"><div class=\"e843-e194 x-acc-item mm-faq-section\" id=\"getting-started\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e194\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e194\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e194\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\"><span class='faqsectitle'>Getting <em class=\"logocolor\">Started<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e194\" role=\"region\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e194\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e194\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e195 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e195\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e195\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e195\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What ages do you cater for and what are your hours?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e195\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e195\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e195\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e196 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>We welcome children from <strong>12 months through to 6 years<\/strong> across three age-appropriate programs:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Babies (12 months \u2013 2 years)<\/strong> \u2014 a sensory-rich environment with gentle routines and natural materials<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Toddlers (2 \u2013 3 years)<\/strong> \u2014 purposeful work, language and practical-life skills<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Kindergarten (3 \u2013 6 years)<\/strong> \u2014 our VIT-led, Free-Kinder-funded program<br \/>\nThe centre is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, and is closed on Victorian public holidays.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e197 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e197\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e197\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e197\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">Where are you located, and which suburbs do you serve?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e197\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e197\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e197\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e198 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>We are located at <strong>483 Sayers Road, Hoppers Crossing, VIC 3029<\/strong>, within the Hoppers Crossing Healthcare Precinct \u2014 alongside Sayers Dental Service. It's a setting many parents tell us feels reassuring, and one that makes school-run logistics like dental appointments easy to fold into the day.<\/p>\n<p>Families travel to Montessori Minds from across <strong>Cocoroc, Eynesbury, Laverton, Little River, Mambourin, Mount Cottrell, Point Cook, Quandong, Tarneit, Truganina, Werribee and Wyndham Vale<\/strong>. Most families find we are a 6 to 15-minute drive from home.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e199 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e199\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e199\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e199\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">Can I access more than 72 hours of subsidised care per fortnight?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e199\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e199\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e199\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e200 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>The enrolment journey at Montessori Minds is designed to give your family time to feel comfortable before any commitment is made:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Step 1 \u2014 Book a tour<\/strong>. A walk-through of the prepared environment so you can sense the space your child will spend their days in.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Step 2 \u2014 Understand your fee<\/strong>. We share daily fees, current room availability, an estimate of your fee after CCS, and the enrolment paperwork. Detailed fee information is also published at our Enrolment Fee page.<\/li>\n \t<li>S<strong>tep 3 \u2014 Two orientation sessions<\/strong>. Before your child's official start date, they meet their educators and settle into the rhythm of the room.<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Step 4 \u2014 Welcome<\/strong>. Your child begins their journey with us, and you receive daily updates through our parent app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To begin, call us on <a href=\"tel:0387422349\" onclick=\"return gtag_report_conversion('tel:0387422349');\">(03) 8742 2349<\/a> or <a href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/book-a-tour\/\">book a tour online<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e201 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e201\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e201\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e201\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What if there are no places available right now?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e201\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e201\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e201\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e202 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>If your preferred days are not currently available, you are very welcome to join our <strong>waitlist<\/strong>. We review the list regularly and contact families as places open. There is no cost to join the waitlist, and being on it does not commit you to enrolling.<\/p>\n<p>Many families plan their childcare 6\u201312 months in advance \u2014 particularly for Babies and Kinderga<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e203 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e203\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e203\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e203\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">Do you offer flexible day options or part-time care?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e203\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e203\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e203\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e204 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">Yes. Families can enrol for as few as 2 days per week or for full 5-day weeks, depending on availability in the chosen room. From <strong>5 January 2026<\/strong>, eligible families can also access a minimum of <strong>3 days (72 hours per fortnight)<\/strong> of subsidised care under the <a href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/3-day-guarantee-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CCS 3-Day Guarantee<\/a> \u2014 regardless of work or study activity.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e205 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e205\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e205\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e205\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">Are you a convenient drop-off for parents commuting to work?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e205\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e205\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e205\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e206 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Yes. We are located on the <strong>Princes Highway in Norlane<\/strong> \u2014 directly on the route between Geelong's northern suburbs and the city, and within easy reach of the M1 (Geelong Ring Road) for parents continuing on to Avalon, the Bellarine, Werribee or Melbourne.<\/p>\n<p>Our 7<strong>:00 am opening<\/strong> means most parents can do their drop-off and still arrive at work on time. The healthcare-precinct setting also means parking is straightforward, and there is no need to navigate narrow back streets at peak hour.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e207 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e207\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e207\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e207\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What is the enrolment process at Montessori Minds?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e207\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e207\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e207\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e208 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">Families start by calling the centre to arrange a tour, which gives you a feel for the environment your child would be in. After the tour, the centre provides information about the programs, daily routine and fee quote. If there are no current vacancies, families can join the waiting list.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e209 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e209\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e209\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e209\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">How does the centre support children and parents during orientation?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e209\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e209\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e209\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e210 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">Every child is offered at least two orientation visits before starting, planned at different times so families can see how the centre operates. Parents also meet with the centre director to discuss expectations, programs and daily routines.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e211 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e211\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e211\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e211\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">How are parents kept informed about their child's day and progress?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e211\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e211\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e211\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e212 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">Families receive daily updates on routines such as food, sleep and nappy changes through the centre's parent app, along with learning stories about classroom activities. Families can also contact the centre directly to arrange a conversation about their child's progress.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e213 x-acc-item mm-faq-section\" id=\"fees\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e213\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e213\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e213\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\"><span class='faqsectitle'>Fees &amp; <em class=\"logocolor\">Subsidies<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e213\" role=\"region\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e213\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e213\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e214 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e214\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e214\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e214\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">How much does childcare at Montessori Minds cost per day?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e214\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e214\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e214\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e215 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Daily fees vary by room (Babies, Toddlers, Kindergarten) and reflect the cost of delivering a fully prepared Montessori environment, qualified educators, hot meals cooked on site, an enrichment program (music, yoga, language, sustainability) and our parent communication app.<\/p>\n<p>Detailed fee information for each room is published on our <a href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/childcare-fees\/\">Enrolment Fee<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<p>After the Australian Government's <strong>Child Care Subsidy (CCS)<\/strong>, most families pay a significantly lower out-of-pocket amount than the headline daily rate. Eligible 3 and 4-year-old children may also access <strong>Free Kinder<\/strong> funding, further reducing fees during the kinder year.<\/p>\n<p>For a personalised CCS estimate, call us on <a href=\"tel:0387422349\" onclick=\"return gtag_report_conversion('tel:0387422349');\">(03) 8742 2349<\/a> \u2014 we're happy to walk through the maths with you so there are no surprises.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e216 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e216\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e216\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e216\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What is the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and am I eligible?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e216\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e216\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e216\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e217 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>The CCS is the Australian Government's primary form of fee assistance for early childhood education and care. The amount you receive depends on your family's combined income, the activity level of parents (work, study, volunteering, or job-seeking), and the type of care.<\/p>\n<p>CCS is paid directly to the centre, and you pay only the gap fee. Eligibility is assessed by <strong>Services Australia<\/strong>, not by us \u2014 you can check yours via the myGov portal or Centrelink. Our admin team can help you understand how the subsidy is likely to apply at our daily rates.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e218 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e218\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e218\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e218\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What is the CCS 3-Day Guarantee? <\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e218\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e218\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e218\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e219 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>From <strong>5 January 2026<\/strong>, eligible families can access a minimum of three days <strong>(72 hours per fortnight)<\/strong> of subsidised early childhood education and care under the CCS \u2014 regardless of whether parents are working or studying. This change is administered by Services Australia and is designed to support consistent attendance for children.<\/p>\n<p>Montessori Minds is an approved provider, and eligible families can use their guaranteed hours with us. Read more about the <a href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/3-day-guarantee-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3-Day Guarantee<\/a> on our dedicated page.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e220 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e220\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e220\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e220\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What is Free Kinder, and does Montessori Minds offer it?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e220\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e220\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e220\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e221 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Free Kinder is a Victorian Government initiative that funds up to 15 hours per week of kindergarten for eligible 3 and 4-year-old children at participating services. Our Kindergarten Program is delivered within a long-day-care setting and is led by a <strong>VIT-registered Early Childhood Teacher<\/strong>, in line with the requirements of a funded kinder program.<\/p>\n<p>Families enrolled in our Kindergarten room may be eligible to access Free Kinder funding, which is applied as a fee offset on your invoice. In 2026, eligible families can save up to <strong>$2,101 per child per year<\/strong> for the standard 15-hour program \u2014 Pre-Prep extended hours may carry additional savings. Eligibility and entitlements are set by the Department of Education, and we are happy to talk through how it applies to your family during your tour.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e222 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e222\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e222\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e222\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What's included in the daily fee?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e222\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e222\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e222\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e223 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>The daily fee covers everything your child needs for the day at Montessori Minds:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \t<li>Full Montessori program led by qualified educators<\/li>\n \t<li>Five meals and snacks <strong>cooked on site<\/strong> each day (breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, late snack)<\/li>\n \t<li>Nappies, wipes and sun protection<\/li>\n \t<li>Enrichment experiences \u2014 music, yoga, dance, language exposure, cooking, sustainability projects<\/li>\n \t<li>Daily updates and learning stories through the Story Park parent app<\/li>\n \t<li>Cultural celebrations and most centre-based incursions throughout the year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A one-off enrolment fee applies; this is shared transparently before you commit. From time to time, off-site excursions that involve external transport may carry a small additional bus charge \u2014 when this is the case, it is clearly communicated to families in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e224 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e224\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e224\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e224\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">Are there any additional or hidden costs?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e224\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e224\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e224\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e225 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">No hidden costs. Our daily fee covers all meals, materials, enrichment programs and ordinary daily costs. There is a one-off <strong>enrolment fee<\/strong>, which we disclose upfront. The only situation in which an additional charge may apply is for the occasional off-site excursion that requires external bus transport \u2014 and where this is the case, families are notified in advance and can opt their child in or out.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e226 x-acc-item mm-faq-section\" id=\"approach\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e226\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e226\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e226\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\"><span class=\"faqsectitle\">The Montessori <em class=\"logocolor\">Approach<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e226\" role=\"region\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e226\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e226\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e227 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e227\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e227\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e227\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">Is Montessori Minds an authentic Montessori centre?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e227\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e227\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e227\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e228 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">Yes. Our CEO <strong>Aseem Gupta<\/strong> has completed Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) training, and our Centre Head <strong>Poonam Kowarkar<\/strong> has completed the AMI leadership course. Our prepared environments, hand-selected materials and educator practice follow recognised Montessori principles, alongside the <strong>Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF V2.0)<\/strong> and the National Quality Framework.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e229 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e229\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e229\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e229\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">How does Montessori align with the EYLF and the National Quality Framework?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e229\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e229\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e229\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e230 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Montessori practice and the EYLF share a remarkable amount of common ground. Both place the child at the centre, both value play-based and self-directed learning, and both emphasise belonging, being and becoming as the foundations of the early years.<\/p>\n<p>Our program is delivered in full alignment with the EYLF V2.0 outcomes and is assessed against the seven Quality Areas of the National Quality Standard. Dr Sharma has also published on the alignment between Montessori practice and the EYLF in E<em>arly Childhood Education Insights<\/em>.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e231 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e231\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e231\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e231\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">My child is already 4. Is it too late to start Montessori?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e231\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e231\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e231\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e232 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">Not at all. While children who begin earlier have more time to absorb the rhythms of a Montessori environment, our 3\u20136 Kindergarten room welcomes children who are new to the approach. The mixed-age structure means older newcomers benefit from observing established routines, and our educators tailor the introduction to your child's pace.\n\nEvery child develops at their own pace, and our role is to meet them where they are.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e233 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e233\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e233\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e233\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What is the curriculum, and how does it support school readiness?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e233\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e233\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e233\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e234 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Our Kindergarten Program supports school readiness through a combination of authentic Montessori practice and the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework. Led by a <strong>VIT-registered Early Childhood Teacher<\/strong>, the program supports development across:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Early literacy<\/strong> \u2014 phonics, vocabulary, storytelling and pre-reading skills<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Early numeracy<\/strong> \u2014 concrete materials that support number sense, sequencing and pattern<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Social-emotional regulation<\/strong> \u2014 grace, courtesy, conflict resolution and emotional vocabulary<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Practical life skills<\/strong> \u2014 independence, focus, responsibility and care of self and others<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Cultural awareness<\/strong> \u2014 geography, science, art, music and respect for difference<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Educators document each child's progression and share it with families through Story Park, our parent communication app. Every child develops at their own pace.<\/p>\n<p>For more details about our funded Kindergarten Program \u2014 including how the daily program is structured and how it links to school readiness \u2014 visit our <a href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/curriculum\/kindergarten-program\/\">Kindergarten Program page<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e235 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e235\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e235\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e235\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">How can I bring Montessori principles into our home?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e235\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e235\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e235\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e236 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>You don't need to recreate a classroom at home \u2014 small, considered changes can make a meaningful difference:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \t<li>Set up <strong>child-height shelving<\/strong> with a small selection of activities your child can access independently<\/li>\n \t<li>Involve your child in <strong>real practical-life work<\/strong> \u2014 washing fruit, setting the table, watering plants<\/li>\n \t<li>Choose <strong>natural materials<\/strong> over plastic where you can \u2014 wooden toys, fabric, real implements at child size<\/li>\n \t<li>Allow <strong>uninterrupted work time<\/strong> \u2014 when your child is focused, try not to interrupt<\/li>\n \t<li>Spend <strong>time outdoors<\/strong> \u2014 gardens, parks, walks \u2014 every day if possible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We are always happy to share more home-Montessori suggestions during a tour or during one-to-one discussions.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e237 x-acc-item mm-faq-section\" id=\"daily\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e237\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e237\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e237\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\"><span class=\"faqsectitle\">Daily <em class=\"logocolor\">Life<\/em><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e237\" role=\"region\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e237\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e237\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e238 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e238\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e238\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e238\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What does a typical day look like?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e238\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e238\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e238\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e239 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Each room follows its own developmentally-appropriate rhythm, but a typical Toddler or Kindergarten day might look like this:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>7:00 \u2013 8:30<\/strong> \u00b7 Arrivals, breakfast, quiet activities<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>8:30 \u2013 11:00<\/strong> \u00b7 Uninterrupted Montessori work cycle \u2014 children choose activities and work at their own pace<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>11:00 \u2013 12:00<\/strong> \u00b7 Outdoor play, garden work, sensory exploration<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>12:00 \u2013 1:00<\/strong> \u00b7 Hot lunch, group song, transition to rest<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>1:00 \u2013 3:00<\/strong> \u00b7 Rest or quiet activities for non-sleepers<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>3:00 \u2013 5:00<\/strong> \u00b7 Afternoon tea, enrichment (music, yoga, language), outdoor play<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>5:00 \u2013 6:00<\/strong> \u00b7 Late snack, calm activities, departures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Babies follow a more responsive routine guided by individual sleep, feed and play patterns.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e240 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e240\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e240\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e240\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">Are meals provided, and how do you handle dietary needs?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e240\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e240\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e240\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e241 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Yes. Our daily menu includes <strong>breakfast, morning tea, a hot lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack<\/strong>, all <strong>cooked on site each day<\/strong> in our centre kitchen, in line with Australian Dietetics Association guidelines.<\/p>\n<p>To protect children with allergies and ensure all food meets our nutrition and food-safety standards, <strong>outside food is not permitted<\/strong> at the centre, with the exception of medically-required items. We accommodate cultural, religious and medically-required dietary needs, and the menu reflects the cultural diversity of our community \u2014 children at Montessori Minds may try foods from many of the cuisines represented by our 60+ family nationalities. The menu is shared with families in advance.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e242 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e242\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e242\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e242\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">Do you have a No Gift Policy for birthdays?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e242\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e242\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e242\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e243 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">Yes. Birthdays are wonderful \u2014 and we love marking them with the children. Out of consideration for food allergies and the differing financial circumstances of our families, Montessori Minds follows a <strong>No Gift Policy<\/strong>. Instead of presents, we encourage celebrations that focus on smiles, heartfelt cards and meaningful notes. Our educators will plan a small in-class moment to celebrate your child's day.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e244 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e244\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e244\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e244\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">How do you communicate with parents?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e244\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e244\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e244\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e245 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Communication is a daily practice at Montessori Minds, not a periodic event:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \t<li><strong>Story Park<\/strong> \u2014 our parent app shares your child's daily routine (food, sleep, nappy changes), photos and learning stories from each day<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Daily verbal handover<\/strong> at drop-off and pick-up with your child's educator<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Parent\u2013teacher meetings<\/strong> at key transition points<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Open-door policy<\/strong> \u2014 Poonam and the leadership team are available by appointment for any concern<\/li>\n \t<li><strong>Family events &amp; cultural celebrations<\/strong> throughout the year<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e246 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e246\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e246\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e246\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What enrichment activities are part of the program?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e246\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e246\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e246\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e247 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Beyond the core Montessori curriculum, our program is enriched with weekly experiences in <strong>music, yoga, dance, language exposure, cooking, sustainability and gardening<\/strong>. We also host puppet shows, a stage program for confidence-building, and seasonal cultural events including NAIDOC Week, Diwali, Lunar New Year, Eid, Christmas, Easter and many more.<\/p>\n<p>Our <strong>Henny Penny Hatching Program<\/strong> brings real chickens into the centre for children to care for over several weeks \u2014 a hands-on lesson in life cycles, responsibility and gentleness.<\/p>\n<p>Read more about how the enrichment program is woven through our daily routine on our <a href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/curriculum\/kindergarten-program\/\">Kindergarten Program page<\/a>.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e248 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e248\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e248\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e248\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">Do children spend time outdoors?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e248\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e248\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e248\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e249 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">Yes \u2014 every day, weather permitting. Outdoor learning is integral to our program. Our garden includes a vegetable patch, sensory plants and natural play areas. Children dress for the weather, apply sun protection in line with our SunSmart policy, and are supported to engage with the outdoors as a natural extension of the classroom.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e250 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e250\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e250\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e250\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">Are meals provided and can special dietary needs be accommodated?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e250\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e250\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e250\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e251 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">The centre provides meals prepared with reference to Nutrition Australia guidelines, and menus are shared with families. Special dietary requirements are taken into account when planning meals for individual children.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e252 x-acc-item mm-faq-section\" id=\"settling\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e252\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e252\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e252\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\"><span class=\"faqsectitle\">Settling & <em class=\"logocolor\">Wellbeing<\/em><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e252\" role=\"region\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e252\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e252\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e253 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e253\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e253\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e253\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">How will my child settle in?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e253\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e253\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e253\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e254 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>The first transition from home is full of emotion \u2014 for children and for parents. We support both.<\/p>\n<p>Every family is offered <strong>at least two orientation sessions<\/strong> before the official start date, scheduled at different times of day so your child experiences different parts of the routine. The Centre Head meets with you before orientation to discuss your child's needs, comfort routines, and any cultural or dietary considerations.<\/p>\n<p>Settling looks different for every child. Some children find their feet within a few days; others take a few weeks. Our educators communicate openly with you about how your child is going, and we adjust the pace where needed.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e255 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e255\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e255\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e255\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What if my child finds it really hard?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e255\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e255\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e255\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e256 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Some children take longer than others to settle, and that is completely normal. Our educators are trained to support children through transitions \u2014 using familiar comfort items, predictable routines, and a calm, unhurried response to distress.<\/p>\n<p>If your child is finding it especially difficult, we work in partnership with you. That may mean shorter days during the settling period, additional orientation visits, or a meeting with Poonam \u2014 who is also a qualified counsellor with a Master's in child development. The goal is always your child's wellbeing, not a fixed timeline.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e257 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e257\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e257\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e257\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">How do you handle behaviour and emotional regulation?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e257\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e257\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e257\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e258 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Learning to live and play with others takes time and practice. Our educators are trained in <strong>positive behaviour guidance<\/strong> \u2014 supporting children to recognise feelings, regulate responses and develop the social-emotional skills that underpin lifelong relationships.<\/p>\n<p>We do not use punitive approaches. Where additional support may help, we work in partnership with families and, where appropriate, allied health professionals.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e259 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e259\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e259\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e259\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">My child has additional needs. Can you support them?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e259\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e259\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e259\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e260 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>We are committed to inclusion as both a value and a practice. Montessori Minds was recognised at the <strong>ThreeBestRated\u00ae<\/strong> and received a Certificate of Excellence 2026, <strong>Melbourne, VIC - Top 3 Preschools<\/strong> for our work as an Inclusive and Accessible Business.<\/p>\n<p>If your child has additional needs \u2014 whether sensory, developmental, medical or behavioural \u2014 please share this with us during your tour or enrolment conversation. We will discuss honestly what support we can offer, work with relevant allied health professionals, and where appropriate connect with the Inclusion Support Program.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e261 x-acc-item mm-faq-section\" id=\"safety\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e261\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e261\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e261\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\"><span class=\"faqsectitle\">Safety &amp; <em class=\"logocolor\">Health<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e261\" role=\"region\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e261\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e261\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e262 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e262\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e262\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e262\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">How is child safety managed?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e262\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e262\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e262\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e263 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Montessori Minds is a registered <strong>Child Safe Organisation<\/strong> and complies fully with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. Every educator at our centre holds:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \t<li>A current <strong>Working with Children Check<\/strong><\/li>\n \t<li>Current <strong>first aid, anaphylaxis and CPR<\/strong> certification<\/li>\n \t<li>Mandatory <strong>child protection<\/strong> training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our <a href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/POLICY-CHILD-SAFETY-CODE-OF-CONDUCT.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Child Safe Policy<\/a>, Code of Conduct and E-safety Policy are publicly available on our website. Children's voices, dignity and rights are central to how we plan, supervise and respond every day.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e264 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e264\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e264\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e264\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What is your medication and medical-emergency policy?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e264\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e264\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e264\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e265 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>We administer only medication that is <strong>prescribed by a doctor<\/strong>, clearly labelled with your child's name and dosage, and accompanied by a completed medication form. Medications must be handed directly to an educator at drop-off \u2014 never left in your child's bag.<\/p>\n<p>For children with anaphylaxis, an EpiPen and a doctor-signed Anaphylaxis Management Plan must be provided. All educators are trained in anaphylaxis response.<\/p>\n<!--<p>Our centre is co-located within the <strong>Geelong Healthcare Precinct<\/strong> \u2014 alongside <strong>Orbit Medical Centre, Norlane Dental Service, Geelong Sleep Dentistry and Forestry Caf\u00e9<\/strong>, all within metres of our front door \u2014 so medical support is exceptionally close at hand.<\/p>--><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e266 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e266\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e266\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e266\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What is your sun-safety policy?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e266\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e266\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e266\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e267 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">We follow a SunSmart approach. Children wear wide-brimmed or bucket hats outdoors, and we apply sunscreen before outdoor sessions during high-UV months. We provide sunscreen at the centre; if your child has a preferred or allergy-friendly brand, please supply it.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e268 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e268\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e268\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e268\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What happens if my child is unwell?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e268\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e268\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e268\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e269 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>We follow the <strong>National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Staying Healthy<\/strong> guidelines and Victorian Department of Health exclusion periods for infectious illnesses. If your child becomes unwell during the day, we will contact you to collect them and ensure they are made comfortable until you arrive.<\/p>\n<p>If your child has been unwell at home, please keep them comfortable until they have been symptom-free for 24 hours before returning \u2014 it protects the whole community.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e270 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e270\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e270\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e270\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">How does the centre approach child safety and wellbeing?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e270\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e270\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e270\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e271 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">Montessori Minds operates in line with Quality Area 2 of the National Quality Framework. Educators hold current first aid, anaphylaxis and CPR certification and a Working with Children Check. If harm or risk of harm is suspected, the centre follows mandatory reporting obligations under Victorian legislation.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e272 x-acc-item mm-faq-section\" id=\"community\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e272\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e272\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e272\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\"><span class=\"faqsectitle\">Community  &amp; <em class=\"logocolor\"> Culture<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e272\" role=\"region\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e272\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e272\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e273 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e273\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e273\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e273\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What languages and cultures are part of your community?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e273\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e273\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e273\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e274 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Our families come from <strong>over 60 nationalities<\/strong> and our educators from 16 countries. Our community includes families with heritage from India, the Philippines, Sudan, Afghanistan, Karen communities, China, Vietnam, Italy, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, the Pacific and many more.<\/p>\n<p>We celebrate cultural events throughout the year, share home languages where appropriate, and ensure children see themselves reflected in our environment. Our Culture Wall is one of the first things visitors notice.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e275 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e275\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e275\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e275\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">How are families involved at the centre?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e275\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e275\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e275\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e276 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Families are welcomed as active partners. You're invited to:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \t<li>Volunteer to share a skill, language, recipe or cultural tradition with the children<\/li>\n \t<li>Attend orientation, workshops and family events throughout the year<\/li>\n \t<li>Provide feedback on our <strong>Quality Improvement Plan (QIP)<\/strong> and program<\/li>\n \t<li>Participate in initiatives \u2014 sustainability projects, charity drives, community events<\/li>\n \t<li>Contribute to our cultural celebrations, NAIDOC Week activities and Reconciliation work<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Information is made available in multiple languages where possible, and we support families with language barriers to feel fully included.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e277 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e277\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e277\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e277\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">What is your approach to sustainability?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e277\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e277\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e277\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e278 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\"><p>Sustainability is woven through daily life at Montessori Minds. Our centre has been recognised with the <strong>Early Childhood Australia Sprout Award<\/strong> for our everyday commitment to sustainability and nurturing confident young eco-leaders.<\/p>\n<p>Children participate in gardening, composting, water-wise practice, the Henny Penny Hatching Program, and seasonal projects that connect them to the cycles of nature. The intent is simple: children who learn to care for their environment as young children grow into adults who do the same.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"e843-e279 x-acc-item\"><button id=\"tab-e843-e279\" class=\"x-acc-header\" role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-e843-e279\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e279\" type=\"button\" data-x-toggle-group=\"e843-e193\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-content\"><span class=\"x-acc-header-indicator\"><i class=\"x-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"x-acc-header-text\">Do you have a Reconciliation commitment?<\/span><\/span><\/button><div id=\"panel-e843-e279\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-e843-e279\" data-x-toggleable=\"e843-e279\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" class=\"x-collapsed\"><div class=\"x-acc-content\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e280 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3n\">Yes. We acknowledge the <strong>Wadawurrung People<\/strong> as the Traditional Owners of the land on which our centre stands, and we pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. <a href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/about\/our-vision-for-reconciliation\/\">Our Vision for Reconciliation<\/a> outlines our practical commitments to embedding First Nations perspectives in our program. NAIDOC Week and other significant moments are observed meaningfully each year.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-col e843-e281 mnf-g mnf-h mnf-i\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-section e843-e291 mnf-0 mnf-1 mnf-4 mnf-6\"><div class=\"x-grid x-container max width e843-e292 mnf-k mnf-l mnf-m mnf-n mnf-o mnf-q mnf-u\"><div class=\"x-cell e843-e293 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e294 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><div class=\"x-grid x-container max width e843-e295 mnf-k mnf-l mnf-m mnf-s mnf-v\"><div class=\"x-cell e843-e296 mnf-1b mnf-1i mnf-1q mnf-1r mnf-1t mnf-1u\"><div class=\"x-grid x-container max width e843-e297 mnf-l mnf-m mnf-s mnf-13 mnf-14\"><div class=\"x-cell e843-e298 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><i class=\"x-icon e843-e299 mnf-52 mnf-54\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-s=\"&#xf024;\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e300 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e301 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2l mnf-2m mnf-2o mnf-31 mnf-32 mnf-34 mnf-39 mnf-3p\">A Victorian Government initiative<\/div><\/div><\/div><hr class=\"x-line e843-e302 mnf-27 mnf-28\"\/><div class=\"x-text x-text-headline e843-e303 mnf-3x mnf-3z\"><div class=\"x-text-content\"><div class=\"x-text-content-text\"><h2 class=\"x-text-content-text-primary\">Free Kinder may save eligible families up to <span class=\"logocolor\"><em>$2,101 per child in 2026.<\/em><\/span> <\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e304 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2l mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3c mnf-3m\">The Victorian Government's Free Kinder program funds up to 15 hours of kindergarten per week for eligible 3 and 4-year-olds at participating long-day-care services. Eligible families enrolled in our Kindergarten room receive the saving as a fee offset on their invoice. Pre-Prep extended hours may attract higher savings. Eligibility and exact entitlements are set by the Department of Education.<\/div><hr class=\"x-line e843-e305 mnf-26 mnf-27\"\/><a class=\"x-anchor x-anchor-button has-graphic e843-e308 mnf-42 mnf-44 mnf-45 mnf-46 mnf-47 mnf-48 mnf-49 mnf-4a mnf-4b mnf-4c mnf-4j mnf-4l mnf-4m mnf-4n mnf-8\" tabindex=\"0\" href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/book-a-tour\/\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;durationBase&quot;:&quot;300ms&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-anchor-content\"><span class=\"x-graphic\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"x-icon x-graphic-child x-graphic-icon x-graphic-primary\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><i class=\"x-icon x-graphic-child x-graphic-icon x-graphic-secondary\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf178;\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"x-anchor-text\"><span class=\"x-anchor-text-primary\">Book a Tour<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/a><a class=\"x-anchor x-anchor-button has-graphic e843-e309 mnf-40 mnf-41 mnf-42 mnf-44 mnf-45 mnf-46 mnf-47 mnf-48 mnf-49 mnf-4a mnf-4k mnf-4n mnf-4o mnf-8\" tabindex=\"0\" href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/enquire-admission\/\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;durationBase&quot;:&quot;300ms&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-anchor-content\"><span class=\"x-graphic\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"x-icon x-graphic-child x-graphic-icon x-graphic-primary\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><i class=\"x-icon x-graphic-child x-graphic-icon x-graphic-secondary\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf178;\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"x-anchor-text\"><span class=\"x-anchor-text-primary\">Enquire Admission<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e310 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-section e843-e311 mnf-0 mnf-7\"><div class=\"x-grid x-container max width e843-e312 mnf-k mnf-l mnf-m mnf-n mnf-o mnf-q mnf-15\"><div class=\"x-cell e843-e313 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e314 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><div class=\"x-grid x-container max width e843-e315 mnf-l mnf-m mnf-q mnf-s mnf-z mnf-16\"><div class=\"x-cell e843-e316 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1g mnf-1q\"><div id=\"contact\" class=\"x-text x-content e843-e317 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2g mnf-2h mnf-2i mnf-2j mnf-2k mnf-2l mnf-2m mnf-2o mnf-3m\"><span class=\"logocolor\">\u2014<\/span> \u2014 <span>Can't find what you're looking for?<\/span><\/div><hr class=\"x-line e843-e318 mnf-27 mnf-28\"\/><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e319 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2l mnf-2o mnf-2p mnf-2r mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-3m mnf-3r mnf-3s\"><p>Still have <em><span class=\"logocolor\">questions?<\/span><\/em><\/p> Come and visit.<\/div><hr class=\"x-line e843-e320 mnf-26 mnf-27\"\/><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e321 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2l mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2w mnf-2x mnf-3k\">The questions above answer most of what families ask us \u2014 but every child and every family is different. The best way to know whether Montessori Minds is right for your family is to walk through the prepared environment, meet Poonam and our educators, and ask the questions only you can ask.<\/div><hr class=\"x-line e843-e322 mnf-26 mnf-27\"\/><a class=\"x-anchor x-anchor-button has-graphic e843-e323 mnf-42 mnf-44 mnf-45 mnf-46 mnf-47 mnf-48 mnf-49 mnf-4a mnf-4b mnf-4c mnf-4e mnf-4j mnf-4l mnf-8\" tabindex=\"0\" href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/book-a-tour\/\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;durationBase&quot;:&quot;300ms&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-anchor-content\"><span class=\"x-graphic\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"x-icon x-graphic-child x-graphic-icon x-graphic-primary\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><i class=\"x-icon x-graphic-child x-graphic-icon x-graphic-secondary\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf178;\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"x-anchor-text\"><span class=\"x-anchor-text-primary\">Book A Centre Tour<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/a><a class=\"x-anchor x-anchor-button has-graphic e843-e324 mnf-40 mnf-41 mnf-42 mnf-44 mnf-45 mnf-46 mnf-47 mnf-48 mnf-49 mnf-4a mnf-4k mnf-4n mnf-4o mnf-8\" tabindex=\"0\" href=\"\/hoppers-crossing\/contact\/\" data-x-effect=\"{&quot;durationBase&quot;:&quot;300ms&quot;}\"><div class=\"x-anchor-content\"><span class=\"x-graphic\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"x-icon x-graphic-child x-graphic-icon x-graphic-primary\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf105;\"><\/i><i class=\"x-icon x-graphic-child x-graphic-icon x-graphic-secondary\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf178;\"><\/i><\/span><div class=\"x-anchor-text\"><span class=\"x-anchor-text-primary\">Contact Us<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e325 mnf-1b mnf-1n mnf-1o mnf-1q mnf-1r mnf-1t mnf-1v mnf-1w mnf-1x mnf-1y\"><div class=\"x-grid x-container max width e843-e326 mnf-l mnf-m mnf-s mnf-v mnf-17\"><div class=\"x-cell e843-e327 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1e mnf-1i mnf-1n mnf-1v mnf-1z mnf-20\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e328 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2g mnf-2h mnf-2i mnf-2j mnf-2k mnf-2l mnf-2m mnf-2o mnf-3m\"><span class=\"logocolor\">\u2014<\/span> \u2014 <span>Visit, call or write<\/span><\/div><hr class=\"x-line e843-e329 mnf-27 mnf-28\"\/><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e330 mnf-1b mnf-1i mnf-1n mnf-1r mnf-1t mnf-1v mnf-1w mnf-1z mnf-21 mnf-22 book-a-tour\"><div class=\"x-grid x-container max width e843-e331 mnf-l mnf-m mnf-s mnf-18\"><div class=\"x-cell e843-e332 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><i class=\"x-icon e843-e333 mnf-52 mnf-55 mnf-56\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf3c5;\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e334 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e335 mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2i mnf-2j mnf-2l mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2w mnf-3k mnf-3t\">Address<\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e336 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2l mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3b mnf-3k\">483 Sayers Road, Hoppers Crossing, VIC 3029<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e337 mnf-1b mnf-1i mnf-1n mnf-1r mnf-1t mnf-1v mnf-1w mnf-1z mnf-21 mnf-22 book-a-tour\"><div class=\"x-grid x-container max width e843-e338 mnf-l mnf-m mnf-s mnf-18\"><div class=\"x-cell e843-e339 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><i class=\"x-icon e843-e340 mnf-52 mnf-56 mnf-57\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xf095;\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e341 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e342 mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2i mnf-2j mnf-2l mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2w mnf-3k mnf-3t\">Phone Number<\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e343 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2l mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3b mnf-3k\">Call us on <a onclick=\"return gtag_report_conversion('tel:0387422349');\" href=\"tel:0387422349\"><strong><u>(03) 8742 2349<\/u><\/strong><\/a> today<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e351 mnf-1b mnf-1i mnf-1n mnf-1r mnf-1t mnf-1v mnf-1w mnf-1z mnf-21 mnf-22 book-a-tour\"><div class=\"x-grid x-container max width e843-e352 mnf-l mnf-m mnf-s mnf-18\"><div class=\"x-cell e843-e353 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><i class=\"x-icon e843-e354 mnf-52 mnf-56 mnf-57\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-x-icon-l=\"&#xe0d2;\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e355 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e356 mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2i mnf-2j mnf-2l mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2w mnf-3k mnf-3t\">Business Hours<\/div><div class=\"x-text x-content e843-e357 mnf-2c mnf-2d mnf-2e mnf-2f mnf-2h mnf-2j mnf-2l mnf-2o mnf-2s mnf-2t mnf-2x mnf-3b mnf-3k\">Monday \u2013 Friday: 7:00 am \u2013 6:00 pm\n \n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-cell e843-e403 mnf-1b mnf-1c mnf-1d mnf-1e\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u2014 \u2014 A guide for considering families \u2014The questions parents actually ask us. Choosing the right early learning environment is one of the most important decisions a family makes. 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