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class=\"g8-scroll-card__container\">\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__header g8-block-header\">\n                        <h2 class=\"g8-scroll-card__title\">\n                            Childcare and kindergarten in Pakenham, VIC                        <\/h2>\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__description g8-block-content text-center\">\n                        <p style=\"text-align: left\">The Learning Sanctuary Pakenham offers long day care and a kindergarten program for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, conveniently located for families in Pakenham, Pakenham East, Pakenham South, Officer and Beaconsfield.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__cards-wrapper\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__left-column\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-3-playground-adventures\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Engaging learning spaces                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Children can explore spacious outdoor playgrounds with a bike track, natural climbing fort and large sandpits. Indoors, our engaging learning areas include natural resources, a techno corner and interactive whiteboards in both kindergarten classrooms. Children learn through play, creativity, group experiences and early digital exploration across the centre.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-1-passionate-qualified-team\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Long-standing educator team                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Our dedicated, long-standing educators and teachers create a safe, calm and supportive environment for children. Individual Learning Plans are developed in partnership with families, helping educators guide learning around each child\u2019s strengths, interests and developmental goals.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-2-gov-approved-program\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Government-approved Kindergarten program                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Our Government-approved Kindergarten program is delivered by Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers. Children build confidence for school through play-based learning, routines, friendships, early literacy, numeracy and growing independence.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__right-column\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-36-music\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Music, sports and special events                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Children take part in regular music and movement programs, along with sports incursions that add energy and variety to the week. Special events such as woodworking and cultural dancing enrich children\u2019s learning with hands-on and creative experiences.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-8-chef-meals\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Healthy meals provided daily                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Children enjoy nutritious meals throughout the day, with menus planned to support energy, growth and wellbeing. Allergies and individual dietary requirements are catered for so every child can take part in mealtimes safely.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item\">\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-header\">\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-icon-container\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-9-communication-app\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n                <h4 class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-title\">\n                    Stay connected via our family app                <\/h4>\n                <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-toggle\">\n                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"g8-scroll-card__item-content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                <p>Families can stay connected through our family app, with updates about routines, play, learning and centre experiences. These regular updates help families follow their child\u2019s day and stay connected with their learning.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-image-content_2_66f3748ad1fe9\" class=\"g8-image-content g8-block-container  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-image-content__container full no-image\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--image\">\n                                                                                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-pattern-star-heart pattern-one\"><\/i>\n                                                                                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-pattern-sun-pen pattern-two\"><\/i>\n           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g8-block-header\">\n                            <h2 class=\"g8-centre-managers__title\">Meet our Centre Manager<\/h2>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div\n                                class=\"g8-centre-managers__slides swiper swiper--single\">\n                                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__photo-container\">\n                                                    <picture class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__photo\">\n                                                        <source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\"\n                                                            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                                                                             <ul class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__qualifications\">\n                                                                                                                    <li>\n                                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-square-academic-cap\"><\/i>\n                                                                <span>Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care<\/span>\n                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                                            <\/ul>\n                                                                                                <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__short-content\">\n                                                    &quot;In our dedicated early learning environment, children build positive relationships, learn independence, and develop a sense of belonging. &quot;                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                    <div\n                                                        class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__full-content\">\n                                                        <p>My career in early learning began in 2010. I joined The Learning Sanctuary Pakenham team in May 2023. Throughout my career, I&#8217;ve held various roles, including Inclusion Support, Assistant Educator, Lead Educator, Sustainability Leader, Educational Leader, Assistant Centre Manager, and now Centre Manager. My passion for early education stems from the opportunity to be creative, make a meaningful impact, and build strong community relationships. <\/p> <p>At The Learning Sanctuary Pakenham, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive environment. When educators and families collaborate, we achieve quality outcomes for children. We are always ready to listen, offer guidance, support, and help families connect with local community services. In our dedicated early learning environment, children build positive relationships, learn independence, and develop a sense of belonging. <\/p> <p>Our centre boasts an incredible, long-standing, and diverse team of educators dedicated to ensuring the safety, protection, and well-being of the children in our care. We understand the importance of child safety and take your child&#8217;s well-being seriously. We offer all families an opportunity for a &#8220;stay and play&#8221; in their child\u2019s room before their first day. This helps families spend time with new educators and environments, building a sense of belonging and security. We also support families through the enrolment process, offering homemade snacks, including fresh fruit, muffins, cookies, and coffee in the mornings and afternoons. We host regular centre events and excursions into our local community. I believe in transparency and an open-door policy for our families and community. Collaboration and communication ensure our programs reflect the needs of our families and children. <\/p> <p>I look forward to welcoming your family to our early education centre in Pakenham. <\/p>                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                            <a href=\"#\" class=\"g8-centre-managers__slide__read-more\"><span>Read <span\n                                                                    class=\"more\">more<\/span><span class=\"less\">less<\/span><\/span><\/a>\n                                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g8-slider-pagination-container\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-managers__pagination g8-slider-pagination\"><\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-star-two\"><\/i>\n                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-three-lines\"><\/i>\n                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-book\"><\/i>\n                        <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-music\"><\/i>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-icon-card_8_66f3748ad1ff7\" class=\"g8-icon-card  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-icon-card__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-icon-card__header g8-block-header\">\n                                                            <h2 class=\"g8-icon-card__title\">Our innovative early learning programs<\/h2>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-icon-card__description g8-block-content\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">At our early learning centre in Pakenham, our play-based curriculum is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), supporting children to learn through play, exploration and discovery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__cards swiper\">\n                                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                                                            <div\n                                            class=\"g8-icon-card__card swiper-slide lg-one-fourth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-leaf\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Sustainability<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">We offer a community-wide recycling program and clothing drive, where families can donate clothes, books, and toys. Our foyer features an area for recycling plastics and cardboard, promoting sustainability within our centre and community.  <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div\n                                            class=\"g8-icon-card__card swiper-slide lg-one-fourth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-30-art-program\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Creative Arts<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">Children express ideas and make meaning using a range of creative experiences, including painting, drawing, drama, dance, storytelling,music and craft activities. These experiences encourage imagination, self-expression and confidence while supporting fine motor development.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div\n                                            class=\"g8-icon-card__card swiper-slide lg-one-fourth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-37-microscope\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Exploration and problem solving<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">Educators introduce open-ended materials and invitations to explore, such as building, measuring and experimenting. Through shared conversations and investigation, children develop curiosity, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div\n                                            class=\"g8-icon-card__card swiper-slide lg-one-fourth\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-icon-card__card__icon-container\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-special-icon-36-music\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-icon-card__card__title\">Music and movement<\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-icon-card__card__description\">Our evidence-based Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR) program is designed to develop fundamental skills that help support children\u2019s self-regulation, memory, and concentration. It is an innovative approach to holistic learning, development and well-being in early childhood.<\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-slider-pagination-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-icon-card__pagination g8-slider-pagination\"><\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-icon-card__prev-button\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-left\"><\/i><\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-icon-card__next-button\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-anchor-link-banner_1_6a3a03b0c943a\" class=\"g8-anchor-link-banner  \">\n        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  <button type=\"button\" class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-trigger\"\n                                    aria-expanded=\"true\"\n                                    aria-controls=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_2_6a3a03b0c943e-ha-panel-0\"\n                                    aria-labelledby=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_2_6a3a03b0c943e-ha-heading-0\"><\/button>\n                                                                    <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-thumbnail\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-nursery-2.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-nursery-2-500x333.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-nursery-2.jpg\" alt=\"TLS-nursery-2\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>\n                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-header-content\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title\"\n                                        id=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_2_6a3a03b0c943e-ha-heading-0\">\n                                        0-2 years<\/h3>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle\">Nursery                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body\"\n                                id=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_2_6a3a03b0c943e-ha-panel-0\" role=\"region\"\n                                aria-labelledby=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_2_6a3a03b0c943e-ha-heading-0\"\n                                tabindex=\"-1\">\n                                <button type=\"button\" class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-close\"\n                                    aria-label=\"Close accordion item\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-close-circle\"\n                                        aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-inner\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-left\">\n                                                                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title-active\">\n                                                Nursery                                            <\/h3>\n                                                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-nursery-2.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-nursery-2-500x333.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-nursery-2.jpg\" alt=\"TLS-nursery-2\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-active-meta\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle-active\">\n                                                    0-2 years                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-right\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content-inner\">\n                                                <p>In our nursery environment, educators focus on building strong, secure and respectful relationships so babies feel safe, settled and supported as they explore the world around them.<\/p>\n<p>Children in our nursery room are supported through:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Responsive care and nurturing relationships that support emotional security and attachment<\/li>\n<li>Sensory exploration through textures, sounds, music and movement<\/li>\n<li>Early communication through songs, stories, gestures and conversations<\/li>\n<li>Tummy time and movement experiences that support physical development<\/li>\n<li>Calm, predictable routines that help babies feel safe and confident<\/li>\n<li>Age-appropriate play materials that encourage curiosity and discovery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Educators work closely with families to ensure each baby\u2019s routines, comfort and developmental needs are supported.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-footer\">\n                                                <a href=\"\/childcare-and-early-education\/nursery\"\n                                                    class=\"btn btn-primary g8-horizontal-accordion__item-btn\"\n                                                    target=\"_self\">\n                                                    <span>Our nursery rooms<\/span>\n                                                <\/a>\n                  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768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-toddler-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-toddler-1-500x333.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-toddler-1.jpg\" alt=\"TLS-toddler-1\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>\n                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-header-content\">\n                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title\"\n                                        id=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_2_6a3a03b0c943e-ha-heading-1\">\n                                        2-3 years<\/h3>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle\">Toddlers                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body\"\n                                id=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_2_6a3a03b0c943e-ha-panel-1\" role=\"region\"\n                                aria-labelledby=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_2_6a3a03b0c943e-ha-heading-1\"\n                                tabindex=\"-1\">\n                                <button type=\"button\" class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-close\"\n                                    aria-label=\"Close accordion item\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-close-circle\"\n                                        aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-inner\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-left\">\n                                                                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title-active\">\n                                                Toddlers                                            <\/h3>\n                                                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-toddler-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-toddler-1-500x333.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-toddler-1.jpg\" alt=\"TLS-toddler-1\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-active-meta\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle-active\">\n                                                    2-3 years                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-right\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content-inner\">\n                                                <p>Our toddler program encourages curiosity, independence and early social skills as children explore the world with growing confidence.<\/p>\n<p>Children in our toddler room experience:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Play-based learning that encourages curiosity and problem-solving<\/li>\n<li>Storytelling, songs and conversations that support language development<\/li>\n<li>Creative exploration through art, music, dramatic play and movement<\/li>\n<li>Self-help skills and routines that build independence<\/li>\n<li>Social learning that supports sharing, cooperation and empathy<\/li>\n<li>Outdoor exploration that builds coordination, strength and confidence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Educators support toddlers to express their ideas, make choices and develop confidence in their abilities.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-footer\">\n                                                <a href=\"\/childcare-and-early-education\/toddlers\"\n 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   <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title\"\n                                        id=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_2_6a3a03b0c943e-ha-heading-2\">\n                                        3-5 years<\/h3>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle\">Kindergarten                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body\"\n                                id=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_2_6a3a03b0c943e-ha-panel-2\" role=\"region\"\n                                aria-labelledby=\"g8-horizontal-accordion_2_6a3a03b0c943e-ha-heading-2\"\n                                tabindex=\"-1\">\n                                <button type=\"button\" class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-close\"\n                                    aria-label=\"Close accordion item\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-close-circle\"\n                                        aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-inner\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-left\">\n                                                                                    <h3 class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-title-active\">\n                                                Kindergarten                                            <\/h3>\n                                                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-kindergarten-5-1.avif\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-kindergarten-5-1-500x333.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-kindergarten-5-1.avif\" alt=\"TLS-kindergarten-5\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-active-meta\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-subtitle-active\">\n                                                    3-5 years                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-body-right\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-content-inner\">\n                                                <p>Our Kindergarten program prepares children for school through engaging, play-based learning experiences that build confidence, independence and a love of learning.<\/p>\n<p>Children in our Kindergarten program experience:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>School readiness learning that builds early literacy and numeracy skills<\/li>\n<li>Problem-solving and critical thinking through play-based projects and exploration<\/li>\n<li>Collaboration and teamwork through group learning experiences<\/li>\n<li>Creative expression through art, music, storytelling and dramatic play<\/li>\n<li>Outdoor learning that supports confidence, resilience and wellbeing<\/li>\n<li>Independence, responsibility and decision-making skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our Government-approved Kindergarten program helps children develop the confidence and skills they need for a successful transition to school.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-horizontal-accordion__item-footer\">\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/family-information\/funded-kindergarten-preschool\/victoria\"\n                                                    class=\"btn btn-primary g8-horizontal-accordion__item-btn\"\n                                                    target=\"_self\">\n                                                    <span>Free Kinder in Victoria<\/span>\n    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srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-food-3.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-food-3-500x333.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/tls-food-3.jpg\" alt=\"TLS-food-3\" width=\"648\" height=\"432\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--content\">\n                                                                                        <h2 class=\"g8-image-content__title g8-block-subtitle\">Healthy, nutritious meals each day<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>Thanks to the in-house chef at our Pakenham child care centre, your child can expect healthy, nutritious, and yummy meals. We offer a rotating seasonal menu, providing breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack freshly made daily. We cater to all dietary requirements, including halal. Our families provide feedback on our centre menu and we create the menu around their voices. We also incorporate our families\u2019 own recipes into our centre menu.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-slider_16_66f3748ad2004\" class=\"g8-slider  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-slider__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-slider__header g8-block-header\">\n                            <h2 class=\"g8-slider__title\">What a typical day looks like for your child <\/h2>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slides swiper\">\n                                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-arrival-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-arrival-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-arrival-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-arrival-648x300-1.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Arrival at the centre                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>Your child will be welcomed by our team of educators, who will ensure the morning transition from home to centre goes as smoothly as possible. On arrival, share information about your child&#8217;s specific needs for the day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            &nbsp;\n                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Mealtimes                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-mealtime-2-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-mealtime-2-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-mealtime-2-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-mealtime-2-648x300-1.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Mealtimes                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>Our centre chefs prepare a nutritious menu for your child to sit down and eat. This is a great time for everyone to share stories from the day. Educators model healthy eating practices, social behaviours and support children\u2019s growing independence with mealtime routines.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Arrival at the centre                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Infant care                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-infant-care-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-infant-care-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-infant-care-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-infant-care-648x300-1.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Infant care                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>If you have an infant, we spend one-on-one time with them to establish a connection. Educators talk gently and respond to babies\u2019 cues. We use songs, games, and conversations to strengthen relationships and build language skills.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Mealtimes                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Play-based learning                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-play-based-learning-648x300-1.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-play-based-learning-648x300-1-500x231.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/typical-day-play-based-learning-648x300-1.jpg\" alt=\"typical-day-play-based-learning-648x300-1.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Play-based learning                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>Your child is naturally curious. They want to learn and explore, which is why we teach through play-based learning. It supports language, motor skills, memory, emotions and social relationships. Educators plan play-based learning experiences based on children\u2019s interests and goals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Infant care                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Sleep, rest and relaxation                                                                                                    <\/span>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                                                                            <picture class=\"g8-slider__slide__image\"><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sleep-rest-slider.jpg\"><source media=\"(min-width: 320px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sleep-rest-slider-500x231.avif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thelearningsanctuary.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/sleep-rest-slider.jpg\" alt=\"sleep-rest-slider.jpg\" width=\"648\" height=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/picture>                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content-container\">\n                                                                                                <h3 class=\"g8-slider__slide__title g8-block-subtitle\">Sleep, rest and relaxation                                                <\/h3>\n\n                                                                                                    <div class=\"g8-slider__slide__content\"><p>We match routines to your child\u2019s individual needs. Opportunities for rest and relaxation help make them feel safe. Play-based learning experiences are provided for older children who no longer don\u2019t sleep in centre.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                \n                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-slider__slide-preview\">\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Previous:                                                         Play-based learning                                                                                                    <\/span>\n\n                                                <span>\n                                                                                                            Next:                                                         Heading home                                            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class=\"g8-slider__pagination g8-slider-pagination\"><\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g8-slider__prev-button\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-left\"><\/i><\/div>\n                            <div class=\"g8-slider__next-button\"><i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-round-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-image-content_18_66f3748ad2007\" class=\"g8-image-content g8-block-container  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-image-content__container full no-image\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--image\">\n                                                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__inner-container--content\">\n                                                                                        <h2 class=\"g8-image-content__title g8-block-subtitle\">Inclusive support for every child<\/h2>\n                                                                                        <div class=\"g8-image-content__content g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>We tailor our program to meet the individual needs of every child, working closely with families, educators, and support professionals. Through ongoing communication, feedback forms, and regular meetings, we ensure each child\u2019s strengths and challenges are understood and supported.<\/p>\n<p>For children with additional needs or behaviours of concern, we collaborate with inclusion support professionals, allied health teams, and our Kindergarten Improvement Advisor. These partnerships help us apply for additional support, develop strategies, and create inclusive, nurturing environments where all children can thrive.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n                                                                                                                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-centre-fees_20_66f3748ad2009\" class=\"g8-centre-fees g8-block-container  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__header-section\">\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__header-content\">\n                                                                    <h2 class=\"g8-centre-fees__title\">\n                                        Fees                                    <\/h2>\n                                \n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__description g8-block-wysiwyg\"><p>The Child Care Subsidy can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family\u2019s entitlements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fees-card\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fees-grid\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-item\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-label\">\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-name\">Nursery                                            <\/p>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-age\">\n                                                0 &#8211; 2 years                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-amount\">\n                                            $176.20\/<span>day<\/span><\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-item\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-label\">\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-name\">Toddler                                            <\/p>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-age\">\n                                                2 &#8211; 4 years                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-amount\">\n                                            $176.20\/<span>day<\/span><\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-item\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-label\">\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-name\">Kindergarten<\/p>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-age\">\n                                                4 &#8211; 5 years                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__fee-amount\">\n                                            $176.20\/<span>day<\/span>\n                                        <\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-two-leaves\"><\/i>\n                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-leaf\"><\/i>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                                                    <\/div>\n\n                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__content-container\">\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-indicator\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-indicator-bars\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-bar g8-centre-fees__step-bar--active\"><\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-bar\"><\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__step-label\">\n                                    Step 1: Family Information &#038; Financial State                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-section\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-content\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-header\">\n                                        <h3 class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-title\">\n                                            Child Care Subsidy Estimator                                        <\/h3>\n                                        <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__estimator-subtitle\">\n                                            Discover how much child care subsidy you may be entitled to by entering the fields below.                                        <\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <form id=\"g8-centre-fees\" class=\"g8-centre-fees__form g8-centre-fees\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form-group\">\n                                            <label\n                                                for=\"family-income\">Family Income<\/label>\n                                            <input type=\"text\"\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-fees-family-income g8-form-field--input mask-currency\"\n                                                id=\"family-income\" name=\"family-income\"\n                                                placeholder=\"Input amount\"\n                                                required=\"required\" \/>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form-group\">\n                                            <label\n                                                for=\"days-of-care\">Number of Days of Care<\/label>\n                                            <select class=\"g8-centre-fees-days-of-care g8-form-field--select\"\n                                                id=\"days-of-care\" name=\"days-of-care\" required=\"required\">\n                                                <option value=\"\" selected disabled>\n                                                    Input days                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"1\">1<\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"2\">2<\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"3\">3<\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"4\">4<\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"5\">5<\/option>\n                                            <\/select>\n                                            <small class=\"g8-centre-fees__days-hint\">**1-4 days =\n                                                12 hour sessions, 5 days = 100 hours<\/small>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__hint-box\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__hint-content\">\n                                                <p><strong>Changes to CCS &#8211; The 3-Day Guarantee (Starting 5th January 2026)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Australian Government is replacing the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) Activity Test from 5th January 2026, to provide a min. 72 hours per fortnight or 3 days per week of subsidised early childhood education and care (ECEC) for eligible families.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form-group\">\n                                            <label for=\"age-group\">Age Group<\/label>\n                                            <select class=\"g8-centre-fees-age-group g8-form-field--select\" id=\"age-group\"\n                                                name=\"age-group\" required=\"required\">\n                                                <option value=\"\" selected disabled>\n                                                    Choose your service                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option\n                                                    value=\"VIC|nursery|176.20\">\n                                                    Nursery (0 &#8211; 2 years)                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option\n                                                    value=\"VIC|toddler|176.20\">\n                                                    Toddler (2 &#8211; 4 years)                                                <\/option>\n                                                <option value=\"VIC|3yr-kindergarten|176.20\">Kindergarten (3 &#8211; 4 years)<\/option><option value=\"VIC|4yr-kindergarten|176.20\">Kindergarten (4 &#8211; 5 years)<\/option>                                            <\/select>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form-group g8-form-group--check\">\n                                            <input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"agree-privacy-policy\"\n                                                class=\"g8-agree-privacy-policy form-check-input g8-form-field--check\"\n                                                name=\"agree-privacy-policy\">\n                                            <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-g8-check\"><\/i>\n                                            <label class=\"form-check-label\" for=\"agree-privacy-policy\">\n                                                <p>I have read and agree to G8 Education&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/g8education.edu.au\/privacy-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Privacy Policy.<\/a><\/p>                                            <\/label>\n                                        <\/div>\n\n                                        <input type=\"hidden\" id=\"centre-daily-hours\" name=\"centre-daily-hours\"\n                                            value=\"12\" \/>\n                                        <input type=\"hidden\" id=\"centre-nsw-seifa-rating\" name=\"centre-nsw-seifa-rating\"\n                                            value=\"10\" \/>\n\n                                        <div class=\"g8-form__submit-container\">\n                                            <button type=\"submit\" class=\"g8-form__submit g8-centre-fees__calculate-btn\"\n                                                aria-label=\"Calculate\"\n                                                data-fee-nursery=\"176.20\"\n                                                data-fee-toddler=\"176.20\"\n                                                data-fee-kindergarten=\"176.20\">\n                                                <span>Calculate<\/span>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/form>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-section visually-hidden--force\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-header-content\">\n                                            <h4 class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-title\">2026 3-Day Guarantee                                            <\/h4>\n                                            <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-subtitle\">\n                                                From 5th January 2026, based on the information you have entered, here&#039;s an estimate of your CCS entitlements and your out-of-pocket costs.                                            <\/p>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-cards\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-label\">\n                                                    Total Fees                                                <\/p>\n                                                <p\n                                                    class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-value g8-centre-fees__result__total-fees\">\n                                                    $0.00<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-label\">\n                                                    Estimated CCS Fee Subsidy                                                <\/p>\n                                                <p\n                                                    class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-value g8-centre-fees__result__subsidy\">\n                                                    $0.00<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card kindergarten-subsidy__container visually-hidden--force\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-label\">\n                                                    Kindergarten\/Preschool Subsidy                                                <\/p>\n                                                <p\n                                                    class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-value g8-centre-fees__result__kindergarten-subsidy\">\n                                                    $0.00<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card g8-centre-fees__result-card--highlight\">\n                                                <p class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-label\">\n                                                    Out of Pocket Cost (what you pay)                                                <\/p>\n                                                <p\n                                                    class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-card-value g8-centre-fees__result__out-of-pocket-cost\">\n                                                    $0.00<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-section\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-header\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-header-content\">\n                                                <h5 class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-title\">\n                                                    Matrix Out of Pocket Cost                                                <\/h5>\n                                                <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-description\">\n                                                    <p>Is your CCS working for you? Check the out-of-pocket cost matrix per child against session lengths and weekly days below. Please note: The table in the matrix only shows out-of-pocket costs after CCS (Child Care Subsidy).<\/p>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <button type=\"button\"\n                                                class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-toggle g8-centre-fees__matrix-toggle--show\"\n                                                aria-label=\"See matrix\">\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\"><\/i>\n                                                <span>See matrix<\/span>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-content visually-hidden--force\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-table\">\n                                                <div class=\"table-responsive\">\n                                                    <table class=\"table\">\n                                                        <thead>\n                                                            <tr>\n                                                                <th>Child 1<\/th>\n                                                                <th>1 Day<\/th>\n                                                                <th>2 Days<\/th>\n                                                                <th>3 Days<\/th>\n                                                                <th>4 Days<\/th>\n                                                                <th>5 Days<\/th>\n                                                            <\/tr>\n                                                        <\/thead>\n                                                        <tbody>\n                                                            <!-- Matrix rows will be dynamically generated based on centre daily hours -->\n                                                        <\/tbody>\n                                                    <\/table>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-kindergarten-note visually-hidden--force\">\n                                                <p>*Kindergarten\/preschool subsidy applied:                                                    <strong\n                                                        class=\"g8-centre-fees__matrix-kindergarten-amount\">$0.00<\/strong>\n                                                <\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__result-footer\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__disclaimer-section\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"g8-centre-fees__disclaimer\">\n                                                    <p>*This estimator provides an estimate only and is based on the following assumptions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Accuracy and currency of family income information entered.<\/li>\n<li>Family CCS entitlements include 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight. Please note your family may be entitled to less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight &#8211; if you are unsure we recommend you use the comprehensive CCS estimator in the link below.<\/li>\n<li>Where 1-4 days of care is selected, full day sessions apply (being full operational hours of the centre, which can vary between centres).<\/li>\n<li>Where 5 days of care is selected, 10-hour per day sessions apply (ie, 50 hours p\/w to optimise 100 hours of CCS subsidised care across the fortnight).<\/li>\n<li>Where a family&#8217;s CCS entitlements include less than 100 hours of subsidised care per fortnight, please use the comprehensive CCS calculator as a guide.<\/li>\n<li>NSW Preschool Fee Relief is effective from 1st January 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                                                                                                            <div class=\"disclaimer-full\">\n                                                            <p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Kindergarten\/preschool subsidy is subject to State Government specific requirements including child age eligibility criteria and the delivery of the funded program by an Early Childhood Teacher on the day the subsidy is claimed by the family. Calculations herein are based on the assumption all eligibility criteria is met. 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Their engagement, professionalism, and genuine understanding of real-life situations have made us feel supported and valued as a family.\n\nEliza deserves special mention for her outstanding help, kindness, and support throughout the year (2025)\u2014 especially during some tough times for us. Eliza consistently kept me updated on my daughter\u2019s emotions and wellbeing, which meant more than she probably realises.\n\nKylie has been incredibly understanding and supportive, always helping with my daughter\u2019s days and development. Kylie has always known when to be nurturing and when to be a little tougher on my daughter, which I truly appreciate as a parent.\n\nKirsty has been a friendly and familiar point of contact over the years, always engaging my daughter in making good choices and even involving her in the veggie garden, which she loved.\n\nElizabeth played such a big role in my daughter\u2019s early days at the centre and in her development. She was always welcoming, caring, supportive and a friendly face \u2014 I\u2019ll always remember my daughter calling her \u201cBizabeth,\u201d which still makes me smile.\n\nThank you also to Sarah, Jayde, and Ally for always greeting us with a smile in the early mornings \u2014 it really does set the tone for the day. And to the rest of the team (and anyone I may have missed), this truly is a team effort. Every educator who has been part of Kasey\u2019s journey has been absolutely awesome, loving, and caring.\n\nThis centre feels less like a childcare and more like a community. The environment is warm, welcoming, and supportive, and the educators genuinely feel like friends. I\u2019m honestly struggling with the thought of leaving because of how much this place has meant to us.\n\nI couldn\u2019t recommend this kindergarten highly enough to any family looking for a caring, nurturing, and supportive childcare in the area. The professionalism of the entire team is evident, the focus on children\u2019s development is clear, and the positive growth I\u2019ve seen in my daughter speaks for itself. The centre is also consistently clean, organised, and well-maintained, which gives real peace of mind as a parent.                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                harvind sharma                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                                                                    <span class=\"short-text\">\n                                                The Learning Sanctuary Pakenham is a great place to send your children to. The staff and management team are very supportive, approachable and friendly. My son has been going to this centre for over a year now and we have seen many positive changes&#8230;.                                                <a href=\"#\" class=\"see-more-link\"><strong>See more<\/strong><\/a>\n                                            <\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"full-text\">\n                                                The Learning Sanctuary Pakenham is a great place to send your children to. The staff and management team are very supportive, approachable and friendly. My son has been going to this centre for over a year now and we have seen many positive changes in him. Sometimes on his day off he wants to go there as he really loves the engaging activities provided by the dedicated, loving and caring staff. I get regular updates about what my son has done throughout the day and his photos on the app on my phone, which is great. I would recommend this centre to everyone!!!!!!!                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                Aman Sharma                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                                                                    <span class=\"short-text\">\n                                                The Learning Sanctuary Pakenham is a fantastic childcare centre. From the moment we walked in, the educators and the management made us feel so welcome, and our son absolutely loved them. The staff is caring and professional, and my child loves&#8230;.                                                <a href=\"#\" class=\"see-more-link\"><strong>See more<\/strong><\/a>\n                                            <\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"full-text\">\n                                                The Learning Sanctuary Pakenham is a fantastic childcare centre. From the moment we walked in, the educators and the management made us feel so welcome, and our son absolutely loved them. The staff is caring and professional, and my child loves attending. The activities are engaging, and I\u2019ve seen great improvements in my child&#039;s development. My little one and I love this place. The educators and the other staff are so supportive. Highly recommended to young kids&#039; parents or parents-to-be.                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                Ethan Willoughby                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                                                                    <span class=\"short-text\">\n                                                The Learning Sanctuary childcare has been an absolute blessing for our family. From the moment we enrolled our child, we have been consistently impressed by the high standards and caring atmosphere.\n\nOne of the standout features is the dedication to&#8230;.                                                <a href=\"#\" class=\"see-more-link\"><strong>See more<\/strong><\/a>\n                                            <\/span>\n                                            <span class=\"full-text\">\n                                                The Learning Sanctuary childcare has been an absolute blessing for our family. From the moment we enrolled our child, we have been consistently impressed by the high standards and caring atmosphere.\n\nOne of the standout features is the dedication to providing fresh, nutritious food daily. It&#039;s reassuring to know that our child is getting healthy meals that support her growth and development.\n\nThe staff at the Learning Sanctuary are, without a doubt, the most caring and attentive educators and management we have met. They go above and beyond to ensure our child feels loved, secure, and engaged. It&#039;s obvious that they are passionate about what they do.\n\nWe couldn&#039;t be happier with our choice and highly recommend the Learning Sanctuary to any family looking for exceptional childcare.                                            <\/span>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide swiper-slide\">\n                                <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__content-container\">\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__header\">\n                                        <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__meta\">\n                                            <h3 class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__author\">\n                                                James Saunders                                            <\/h3>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__rating\">\n                                        \n            <div class=\"stars-container g8-google-reviews__stars-container\">\n                <div class=\"stars empty\">\n                    <div class=\"stars full\"><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star icon-star-solid\"><\/i><\/div>\n                    <i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i><i class=\"icon-star\"><\/i>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"g8-google-reviews__slide__text\">\n                                        Made the switch here from another centre last year &amp; couldn\u2019t be happier with the care provided. The educators and staff genuinely know our kids and communication via the app\/email\/phone is great. Super happy &amp; highly recommend to anyone. 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We encourage families to contact the centre directly for the most up-to-date information.<\/p>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/section>\n    \n\n    <section id=\"g8-centres-nearby_22_66f37d0e568e3\" class=\"g8-centres-nearby  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__inner-container\">\n                            <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__map\" id=\"g8-centres-nearby__map\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\n                                data-centres='[{&quot;id&quot;:6046,&quot;ccrm_centre_id&quot;:445,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Great Beginnings Pakenham&quot;,&quot;featured&quot;:null,&quot;address&quot;:&quot;84 Toomuc Valley Road&quot;,&quot;postcode&quot;:&quot;3810&quot;,&quot;suburb&quot;:&quot;Pakenham&quot;,&quot;state&quot;:&quot;VIC&quot;,&quot;latitude&quot;:-38.057078,&quot;longitude&quot;:145.466936,&quot;opening_hours&quot;:[&quot;Monday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Tuesday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Wednesday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Thursday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Friday: 6:30\\u202fAM\\u2009\\u2013\\u20096:30\\u202fPM&quot;,&quot;Saturday: Closed&quot;,&quot;Sunday: Closed&quot;],&quot;phone&quot;:&quot;(03) 5940 4100&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.greatbeginnings.com.au\\\/our-centres\\\/childcare-pakenham&quot;,&quot;allow_booking&quot;:null,&quot;book_a_tour_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.greatbeginnings.com.au\\\/book-a-tour\\\/?centre=great-beginnings-pakenham&quot;,&quot;google_review_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/widgets.reputation.com\\\/widgets\\\/667a38027e037e3020495ea8\\\/run?tk=ade61325c98&quot;,&quot;google_place_id&quot;:&quot;ChIJVeGTgWoe1moRGF4ngJBEUoY&quot;,&quot;notification&quot;:null,&quot;notification_expired_by&quot;:null,&quot;availability_monday&quot;:81.3,&quot;availability_tuesday&quot;:98.8,&quot;availability_wednesday&quot;:99.4,&quot;availability_thursday&quot;:96.3,&quot;availability_friday&quot;:91.9,&quot;distance&quot;:2.1722120655288677,&quot;photos&quot;:[null,null,null,null,null,null],&quot;brand&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:20,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Great Beginnings&quot;},&quot;badges&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:2,&quot;link&quot;:null,&quot;badgeImage&quot;:null},{&quot;id&quot;:4,&quot;link&quot;:null,&quot;badgeImage&quot;:null}],&quot;groups&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:15,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Melbourne South East&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:17,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Greater Melbourne&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:30,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;VIC kindy info night&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:58,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;VIC Centres&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:75,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;RLP - 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Pakenham&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:103,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;National tour week&quot;}],&quot;services&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:1,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Nursery&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:2,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Toddler&quot;},{&quot;id&quot;:3,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Kindergarten&quot;}],&quot;availability_status&quot;:{&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Places available&quot;,&quot;colorCode&quot;:&quot;#5FB529&quot;}}]'>\n\n                            <\/div>\n\n                            <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__content-container\">\n                                                                    <h2 class=\"g8-centres-nearby__title g8-block-subtitle\">Explore nearby G8 Education centres                                    <\/h2>\n                                \n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-centres-nearby__content g8-block-content\">\n                                        <p>Looking for other great childcare, kindergarten or preschool options? Discover more G8 Education centres near you!<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                \n                                                                    <ul class=\"g8-centres-nearby__centres\">\n                                                                                    <li>\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatbeginnings.com.au\/our-centres\/childcare-pakenham\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-map-point\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                                    <div>\n                                                        <p>Great Beginnings Pakenham<\/p>\n                                                        <span>2.17km<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                    <li>\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.communitykids.com.au\/our-centres\/childcare-pakenham\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-map-point\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                                    <div>\n                                                        <p>Community Kids Pakenham<\/p>\n                                                        <span>2.64km<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                    <li>\n                                                <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativegarden.com.au\/our-centres\/childcare-pakenham\">\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-map-point\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                                    <div>\n                                                        <p>Creative Garden Early Learning Pakenham<\/p>\n                                                        <span>3.19km<\/span>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                                <\/a>\n                                            <\/li>\n                                                                            <\/ul>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n    <section id=\"g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c\"\n        class=\"g8-accordion light  \">\n        <div class=\"g8-container\">\n            <div class=\"g8-row\">\n                <div class=\"g8-col\">\n                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__container g8-block-container\">\n                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__title g8-block-title\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n                                                    <div class=\"accordion accordion-flush g8-accordion__items\"\n                                id=\"g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-items\">\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\"\n                                                type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                                                data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-0\"\n                                                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                                                aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-0\">\n                                                <span\n                                                    class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What can I expect from a centre tour?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-0\"\n                                            class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                                            data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-items\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family&#8217;s schedule. <a href=\"\/book-a-tour\">Click here to book a tour online.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You\u2019ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\"\n                                                type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                                                data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-1\"\n                                                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                                                aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-1\">\n                                                <span\n                                                    class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What are the steps to enrol?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-1\"\n                                            class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                                            data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-items\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>Enrolling is simple, and our Family Support Team will guide you through each step.<\/p>\n<p>First, find your local centre and book a tour so you can meet the team and explore the learning environment. If the centre is the right fit and a place is available, you\u2019ll receive an enrolment offer for your child. If a place is not currently available in your child\u2019s age group, we can add your child to the waitlist and keep you updated.<\/p>\n<p>To finalise your enrolment, you\u2019ll complete an online enrolment form through a secure link sent by our Family Support Team. You\u2019ll also need to provide key details and documents, including your child\u2019s birth certificate, Medicare details, immunisation history statement and, if eligible, your Child Care Subsidy details.<\/p>\n<p>Before your child\u2019s first day, you may be invited to attend a Stay and Play session. This gives your child time to explore the centre, meet their educators, and start feeling comfortable in their new environment. Once your paperwork is complete, your child is ready to start their early learning journey with us.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/family-information\/how-to-enrol\">Read our step-by-step guide on how to enrol here.<\/a><\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\"\n                                                type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                                                data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-2\"\n                                                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                                                aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-2\">\n                                                <span\n                                                    class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What can I do to help my child prepare for starting care?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-2\"\n                                            class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                                            data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-items\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>Starting child care is a big milestone, and a little preparation can help your child feel more comfortable and confident.<\/p>\n<p>Before your child\u2019s first day, you can talk positively about their new centre, explain what their day might look like, and practise small routines such as packing their bag, saying goodbye, washing hands and sitting down for meals. You may also like to visit the centre with your child, meet their educators and ask our team about what to bring on the first day.<\/p>\n<p>When your child starts, our educators will take the time to get to know your child\u2019s routine, interests, comfort items and individual needs. Settling in looks different for every child, so we work closely with families to help children feel safe, supported and ready to learn.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/family-information\/settling-in-program\">Learn more about our Settling-in Program.<\/a><\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\"\n                                                type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                                                data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-3\"\n                                                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                                                aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-3\">\n                                                <span\n                                                    class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What should I pack my child for their first day?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-3\"\n                                            class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                                            data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-items\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.<\/p>\n<p>For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits, spare socks and a plastic bag for wet clothes.<\/p>\n<p>For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it\u2019s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits, spare socks and a plastic bag for wet clothes.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\"\n                                                type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                                                data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-4\"\n                                                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                                                aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-4\">\n                                                <span\n                                                    class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">How do I get updates on my child&#039;s day?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-4\"\n                                            class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                                            data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-items\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>The Learning Sanctuary uses Xplor Home as our <a href=\"\/family-information\/family-communication\">family communication app<\/a>. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child\u2019s day.<\/p>\n<p>After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child\u2019s learning, learn about your child\u2019s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.<\/p>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                                                    <div class=\"g8-accordion__item accordion-item\">\n                                        <h2 class=\"g8-accordion__item__header accordion-header\">\n                                            <button class=\"g8-accordion__item__header__button accordion-button collapsed\"\n                                                type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                                                data-bs-target=\"#flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-5\"\n                                                aria-expanded=\"false\"\n                                                aria-controls=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-5\">\n                                                <span\n                                                    class=\"g8-accordion__item__title\">What happens if my child gets sick?<\/span>\n                                                <i class=\"g8-icon g8-icon-alt-arrow-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n                                            <\/button>\n                                        <\/h2>\n                                        <div id=\"flush-collapse-g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-5\"\n                                            class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\"\n                                            data-bs-parent=\"#g8-accordion_22_66f3748ad200c-items\">\n                                            <div class=\"g8-accordion__item__content g8-block-wysiwyg\">\n                                                <p>If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. 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