Freedom
ChildCare Centre

A Fun beginning to a Lifetime of learning in Victoria

Freedom ChildCare Classroom

Welcome to Freedom ChildCare Centre

Freedom ChildCare Centre has been providing quality child care to families in Victoria for over 30 years. Our experienced early childhood professionals are committed to creating a warm, secure and stimulating environment where children feel comfortable, supported and encouraged to learn.

We believe young children learn best when they are given opportunities to explore, play, ask questions and interact with others. Our program combines early childhood learning experiences with meaningful play, helping children develop socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually.

A Safe, Secure, Quality Child Care & Learning Environment

Freedom ChildCare Centre has been providing quality child care to the children of Victoria for over 30 years. Our team of early child care professionals provide top-quality child care services consisting of an equal mix of early childhood learning experiences combined with learning through play.

Quality Care for Every Child

Care for children from 16 months to school age ECE and First Aid qualified staff Optional daily hot lunch program Diapers and wipes included in the toddler program Early childhood scholastic learning to prepare children for kindergarten Caring, supportive environment focused on each child’s individual development

More Ways to Grow

Large blocks of inside and outside free-play experiences Field trips Monthly themes Monthly newsletter Music program Free, no-obligation tours of centre (schedule a tour today) Free placement on our waiting list Take home Parent Handbook for future reference Subsidy clients welcome

Fees:

Childcare Funding Reduction (CCFR) Participant Toddler Program - $1,380.00 per month Minus CCFR of $900. Parents Pay $480 Pre-School Program - $1,140.00 per month Minus CCFR of $545. Parents pay $595 Optional Hot Lunch Program - $75.00 per month Vacancies: Please contact us for more details

Our Philosophy

Each child is unique with unique background experiences, interests, characteristics and abilities. Children learn in different ways and at different rates.

An environment that is trusting and caring fosters learning. Educators must recognize individual differences, plan for and adapt instruction to meet the individual needs of each child.

Educators must provide a secure, success-oriented, positive atmosphere that will foster a desire for and the pursuit of lifelong learning, which will focus on the growth and progress of each child.

Children need to learn to recognize and appreciate the special qualities of all individuals by listening to one another, by helping one another to solve problems and by learning from one another, so that a true sense of individuality develops within a community.

General Goals of Program

An early childhood program acts as a bridge between the home and the child care centre. It is a safe, secure place where the child can continue to develop healthy habits, attitudes and skills. These abilities help children approach new learning with confidence and develop a positive self-concept.

Therefore, the emphasis at Freedom is on providing activity-based experiences that promote social, emotional, physical and intellectual development, with all areas working together and being equally important to a child’s overall growth.

We encourage children to explore, communicate, make choices and learn through meaningful experiences in a supportive environment. Our goal is to help every child build confidence, independence and a positive attitude toward learning.

Daily Schedule and Routines

Our daily routine is thoughtfully planned to give children a healthy balance of play, learning, movement and rest. Each day includes opportunities for individual exploration, group activities, creative experiences and indoor and outdoor play, allowing children to learn at their own pace while enjoying positive interactions with others.

Children also take part in everyday care routines such as meals, rest, toileting, dressing and personal care. These familiar routines help children feel comfortable and secure while developing independence, healthy habits, confidence and important self-help skills. Educators provide gentle guidance throughout the day, creating a predictable and supportive routine where children feel encouraged to participate, explore and grow.

Guidance and Discipline Policy

Child guidance is an important part of helping children develop self-control, confidence and positive relationships with others. We encourage children to understand their feelings, make appropriate choices, solve problems and gradually take responsibility for their actions in a supportive and respectful environment.

Our approach focuses on positive guidance rather than punishment. Educators provide clear expectations, gentle support and age-appropriate guidance to help children understand how their actions affect themselves and others. Through everyday experiences, children learn to communicate, manage emotions, cooperate and develop a healthy sense of self-esteem.

 

Kindergarten Readiness

Children develop early skills and confidence that help prepare them for their transition to kindergarten.

Learning Through Play

Play-based experiences encourage children to explore, create, solve problems and discover new ideas.

Confidence & Independence

Children are encouraged to make choices, participate in activities and take on age-appropriate responsibilities.

Social Development

Children learn to communicate, cooperate, share and build positive relationships with others.

Parent Testimonials

“I had a lot of fun”
To all my caregivers and helpers at Freedom… Thank you for taking such good care of me and for being so nice to me. I had a lot of fun and learned a lot. My mommy and I will really miss you!
“A caring and creative environment”
The Centre provided a caring and creative environment for him to learn and play in. My son has had experiences in the past year that went far beyond my expectations, with field trips to art galleries, museums, glass blowers and many others. The caregivers at the Centre shared their gifts most generously, providing a solid base that will help Alexander throughout his life.
“Fun, warm, stimulating and friendly”
Jessa has thoroughly enjoyed her days at Freedom, as have I, knowing that she is happy and safe. You and your staff provide a fun, warm, stimulating and friendly environment, which has reflected positively in my little girl’s development. I have highly recommended your care facility to others in the past and will continue to do so. Thank you for all you and your employees have done for Jessa and I.
“Special, gifted and talented people”
Brenda & Freedom staff:
We can’t thank you enough for the wonderful care you have given Brian over the past 2½ years. You are all such special, gifted and talented people… and did I mention patient!!
“The teachers are wonderful”
Thank you for giving the opportunity for Brooklyn to be part of Freedom. The arts and crafts and activities are unique and creative and the teachers are wonderful. Brooklyn only has nice things to say about her friends and teachers at Freedom.
“A great start to her schooling”
Freedom Teachers,
Thanks for the years of caring, sharing, teaching and friendship. Olivia has been very lucky to have such a great start to her schooling at Freedom. It has been a wonderful couple of years. Olivia will miss you all, but I’m sure she’ll remember you always.
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart”
With this note I really want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for doing such a wonderful job for my sweetest little bear. Your teachings and support will live on in her heart as an example of how loving adults can be!