Childcare & Kindergarten Seaford

We provide stay and play orientation sessions before your child’s first day. Scheduled close to your child’s start date, these sessions offer you, your child, and our educators a chance to connect, ask questions, and discuss any essential details. Once enrolment is confirmed, you’ll be invited to these complimentary one-hour sessions. We offer up to two stay and play sessions prior to the commencement of care. Talking about the upcoming experience at home can also build excitement and help your child look forward to the fun activities they’ll soon be part of.

We supply most of the essentials your child will need throughout the day. Please pack and label a set of spare clothes, a water bottle, any comfort items or dummies, and, if applicable, a sleeping bag, milk bottles, formula, or breast milk.

We provide orientation sessions for a short playtime before your child’s first day. Scheduled close to your child’s start date, these sessions offer you, your child, and our educators a chance to connect, ask questions, and discuss any essential details. Once enrolment is confirmed, you’ll be invited to these complimentary two-hour sessions. Talking about the upcoming experience at home can also build excitement and help your child look forward to the fun activities they’ll soon be part of.

Keep a positive attitude! Make drop-off a pleasant experience by taking a few minutes to help your child feel settled. While mornings are busy, finding an activity they enjoy and giving a warm goodbye can help set the tone for a smoother day. A friendly, caring educator will always be on hand to offer support, and you’re welcome to call the centre anytime after leaving to check in for an update.

The educator-to-child ratio varies. For children 0 to 24 months, the ratio is 1:4 in all states and territories, 1:4 in VIC for children 24 to 36 months, and 1:11 for children 36 months and over. You can find out more about it on the ACECQA website.

Selecting the right centre is key to feeling assured and at ease, knowing your child is safe, happy, and nurtured during the day. Look for a centre that offers a positive learning environment where dedicated educators provide guidance and model behaviours that encourage independence, confidence, and essential life skills. It’s also wise to consider practical factors that suit your family’s needs, like location, fees, and included services.

Mayfield Early Education in Seaford is dedicated to meeting and often surpassing the national quality framework and regulatory requirements for early childhood care. We continually review and update our policies and procedures to ensure that children, families, and educators understand their responsibilities, fostering a secure and joyful environment for all children. As a parent or guardian at Mayfield Early Education, you can find further information at www.mayfield.com.au/policies. This page is password-protected, and your centre director will provide login details upon enrolment.

Eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) in Victoria depends on various factors, such as family income, the child’s age, the type of childcare service chosen, and the level of parental activity, including work, study, or volunteering. Australian citizens and permanent residents can apply, although certain conditions may differ based on individual circumstances.

The CCS covers 100 hours per fortnight, depending on the combined hours of recognised activities (like work or study) by parents or guardians. The subsidy hours increase with more activity hours.