Learning through play
Our programs align with the Australian Government education framework. Our educational philosopy is learning through play, which supports language, literacy and numeracy, and physical and social development.
Kindergarten, childcare or both?
In Victoria, children may attend free kinder at ages 3 and 4, and paid childcare from birth to 5.
The three kinds of service offered by ECMS are:
- Sessional kinder – free for ages 3 and 4. Runs for 2 to 3 days during the school term, for up to 15 hours a week.
- Childcare – for children ages birth to 5. Paid. Usually runs all week, with longer hours than kinder.
- Integrated kinder – combines free kinder and paid childcare, for families needing longer hours of care.
Some ECMS centres offer both kinder and childcare (integrated kinder). To see what your local centre offers, go to Find a Centre.
Find a centre near you
Explore our kindergarten and childcare centres and enrol today
Enquiries
Questions about enrolling? Get in touch and one of our team will help you.
A career with ECMS
Our people care about children, families and each other. We are lifelong learners, putting children’s needs first. Learn more about life at ECMS and explore opportunities with us.
ECMS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the traditional custodians of the lands on which we live, learn, work and play. Aboriginal people have a long tradition of teaching and learning through sharing their connections with country, community, language and culture. We recognise their continuing connection to the country, and we pay respects to elders past and present.