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Green Leaves Early Learning Highlands Centre overview
Green Leaves Early Learning Highlands is the second centre in the Green Leaves family to open within the Craigieburn community.
Located on Marathon Boulevard, this beautiful and innovative learning haven boasts 7 Learning Hubs all filled with carefully selected educational resources to nurture a child's curiosity, knowledge, independence, and respect through open-ended and choice-filled learning experiences.
Green Leaves Early Learning Highlands offers all-inclusive fees which include fresh and healthy meals prepared by their on-site Chef, linen, hats, nappies, extra-curricular activities, incursions, and excursions.
The centre boasts a warm and inviting family lounge for families to relax or connect with Educators over a fresh barista-made coffee and a baked treat.
Green Leaves Highlands offers a fully approved and funded, 3 and 4-year-old Kinder program, based on the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF). Our Kinder program is led by a Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher.
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Green Leaves Early Learning Highlands Service features
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About the curriculum
About the curriculum
6 weeks - 12 months
Our Educators partner with families to ensure each baby’s routine is personalised to meet their individual needs. The nursery children take part in activities within a stimulating learning environment and enjoy group time during their music and movement program, or visits from special guests. Throughout the day, they enjoy taking part in songs and storytelling, sensory activities, and messy play in our light-filled learning hubs. Under the guidance of their Educators, the nursery children enjoy nutritious Chef-prepared meals. During rest time, the nursery children have a nap under a twinkling night sky, accompanied by tranquil music which creates the perfect ambience for quality rest.
2 years - 3 years
Our toddlers enjoy a daily rhythmic routine which assists them to transition between activities throughout the day such as music and movement, yoga, culinary lessons, painting, drawing, singing and dancing, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) based activities. As they learn about the wider world around them, the toddlers are guided by our Educators to cherish and protect the natural world through the centre’s sustainability program. Performing daily, predictable tasks while having fun encourages toddlers to build their self-confidence, communication and social skills. During mealtimes, the toddlers enjoy nutritious Chef-prepared meals to fuel their active, growing bodies.
3 years – 4 years
Our Pre-Kinder program is designed to provide curious three-year-olds with a well-rounded play-based learning experience. Supported by qualified and experienced Educators, the children learn key skills such as creative thinking and problem-solving, develop social and emotional skills, as well as early literacy and language skills - which lays the groundwork for success later in life. Throughout the day, the children engage in activities that include literacy and numeracy games, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities to encourage children to think creatively and critically. During mealtimes, the children enjoy nutritious Chef-prepared meals to fuel their active, growing bodies.
4 years - 6 years
Foundational life skills are pivotal in our Kinder curriculum and underpin the Positive School Transition programs we offer our children. Our Kinder learning journey celebrates the children’s individuality and encourages their love of learning through inspiring and quality play-based opportunities to help them develop memory skills, language and self-regulation, supporting the transition to school and academic learning later on in life. The children also enjoy yoga, visits from special guests, and regular excursions to local parklands. Mealtimes are an opportunity for the children to enjoy social interactions with their friends and Educators, as well as learn about body awareness and nutrition. Practicing independence, the children help to set up, serve, and clear away their dining area. Throughout the day, the Kinder children engage in activities that include literacy and numeracy games, outdoor fun, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math). The active Kinder children particularly enjoy the outdoor adventures around the bike track, building volcanoes in the sandpit or expanding their green thumb knowledge, through cultivating the edible gardens that provide countless hours of eco-education and fun.
Programs
Programs
All included as part of the daily fee:
- Chef-Led Culinary Lessons
- Yoga & Mindfulness Classes
- Music & Movement Programs
- Sustainability & Nature Focus
- Regular Excursions and Incursions
- Positive School Transition Program
Health & Nutrition
Health & Nutrition
Nutrition plays a vital role in childhood development. At Green Leaves Early Learning, the centre Chef prepares nutritious meals based on seasonally crafted menus to nourish active growing bodies.
As part of their learning journey, babies, toddlers, and children will take part in Chef-led culinary classes, where they will learn the importance of nourishing their bodies while preparing wholesome snacks.
Meet the team
Meet the team
Green Leaves Early Learning Highlands is proud of their professional, motivated and passionate educators that provide high-quality educational experiences every day for the children in their care.
Green Leaves provide ongoing professional development for all team members to ensure they are continuing to update their skills with the latest in pedagogical developments.
Stacey, Centre Director - Green Leaves Early Learning Highlands.
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291 Marathon BoulevardCraigieburn, VIC, 3064
Centre Reviews
We absolutely love this centre. Not only are they warm and welcoming, but they really do give personal care. My son’s teacher is... We absolutely love this centre. Not only are they warm and welcoming, but they really do give personal care. My son’s teacher is always checking in to see what new things he likes, and the updates of their day are just beautiful. Even at reception they just can’t do enough for you. Highly recommend! Read more
I am so grateful to have found this centre and have them as part of my village. Stacey the manager is a god... I am so grateful to have found this centre and have them as part of my village. Stacey the manager is a god send and the staff in my daughter’s room are amazing. She loves attending “school” and drop offs are a breeze. My daughter has been attending this centre 3 days a week since late Jan and we have never been so relieved, comfortable, heard and happy!. After an absolutely terrible experience at another centre with my daughter I was very disheartened and worried that we wouldn’t find a suitable centre. My guard was up and I remember being so anxious and at a loss knowing I had to return to work full time. I distinctly remember my enquiry phone call and the kindness and empathy I received on the other end of the phone from Stacey. As a first time mum who struggled with PND paired with my terrible experience at the previous centre I was anxious, apprehensive and stressed about the fact that I would be returning to work and leaving my daughter in someone else’s care. She is a child who thrives on routine and predictability and from the moment I picked up the phone to enquire until this day I have felt supported, heard and at peace. The educators are kind, caring and take the time to get to know the children. All of the staff are lovely, including the chefs and admin staff. You are always greeted with a smile and it is clear that the children are known and cared for immensely by all staff! Not to mention, the coffee and delicious treats on offer for parents daily ;). As an educator myself, I had very high standards and expectations and this centre has only ever exceeded them! Look no further for your child’s kinder or childcare. This is the place :) if I could give it 10 stars I would! ❤️ Read more
Thank you for your lovely review, Vanessa! We work hard to create a nurturing environment in which our children are encouraged to explore, learn and grow, and it’s wonderful to hear that your daughter as well as your family is having such a positive experience at our centre. Warm Regards, Stacey - Green Leaves Highlands Centre Director
We joined Green leaves highlands a year ago after a underwhelming experience at another early learning facility and the experience has been life... We joined Green leaves highlands a year ago after a underwhelming experience at another early learning facility and the experience has been life changing for my son. The environment is clean, the staff are so friendly and kind and they spend so much time engaging with the children and community. It’s heart warming to see my son, finally with friends and taking part in activities, to see his relationship grow with educators and staff, he feels like he belongs and is simply because staff care about the children and it definitely shows. 10/10. I’m so happy I made the change. I also want to give 10/10 to the cooking staff, the interactive Storypark application, and communication. Thanks so much guys… Read more
Thank you for your kind review Rebbecca! We’re so pleased that your son is thriving in our care 🥰. It’s heart-warming to hear that our team's efforts have provided a positive experience for you and your family. Warm regards, Stacey – Green Leaves Highlands Centre Director