At The Learning Sanctuary Pakenham, our long-serving educators have a proven track record of providing children with the confidence to learn and grow in an early education setting.

Why choose our childcare centre?

• Our strong learning curriculum is guided by the national Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and provided for children from nursery through to kindergarten age.
• Our childcare and kindergarten centre is purpose-built to maximise your child’s learning and development, and our natural outdoor environment engages children in play-based exploration and adventure. Our outdoor facilities include a bicycle course, a cubby house, sandpits and vegetable gardens.
• We offer the latest natural and tech-based early learning resources, including open-ended wooden toys to inspire imaginative play and SMART Board Interactive Whiteboards.
• We proudly hold a “Meeting” rating from the National Quality Standard.
• Healthy and delicious meals and snacks are prepared by our in-house chef. We cater for all dietary requirements.
• Our nursery provides tummy time, sensory and social experiences, and language-rich environments through dialogue and music.
• Toddlers at our centre receive age-appropriate learning that encourages self-confidence and spontaneity. Children are provided with experiences that help them explore literacy and numeracy in a fun way and help them build relationships with their peers.
• We offer special extras you won’t get at other day care centres, such as sleep consultant seminars for parents and a Kinder graduation ceremony.
• Our daily updates include photos showcasing your child’s learning development and socialisation, as well as countless happy snaps of their journey in our centre.
• You’ll also be able to manage your child’s bookings within our centre on our KindyNow app.
• We understand that parents don’t always have time for extracurricular activities, so we’ve organised specialised programs including petting zoo incursions, the Kiddly Winks music program, the Activ8 sports program and a sustainability program to teach children to care for the planet.
• Our swipe card access system guarantees your child’s safety and security.
• Our centre is fully air-conditioned and has on-site parking.
• Nappies and wipes are included for your convenience.

Listen to what our families say about The Learning Sanctuary: 

Meet the centre manager – Rachael Scott

I hold a Diploma of Community Services and I’ve been working in child care since 2003.

I’m extremely passionate about my centre as I’ve been working here for 12 years. I love meeting new families and providing children with safe and nurturing spaces to grow and develop.

I’m proud of my educators and the quality of care we provide to our families. We have very minimal staff turnover which I believe is a great asset to our service assisting our children and families in their ability to settle into their new environment. We have many educators who have been here for close to 10 years. They always put the children’s needs first, embracing their individuality and providing a very high level of care.

I welcome you to come and witness our team’s dedication and care for yourself and your children.

Get ready for Big School at The Learning Sanctuary

We believe that children should learn through play and take on the years ahead with awe and imagination.

Our school-readiness program focuses on literacy and numeracy through play-based learning and real-life experiences. You’ll be able to follow your child’s journey with daily updates via our app.

Our kindergarten curriculum lays the foundations for a successful educational journey through:

• Science, technology and mathematics
• Language and literacy
• Arts and drama
• Social and emotional development
• Family and community partnerships

We offer longer and more convenient hours than traditional kindergartens, with our program running from 6:30am-6.30pm, five days a week, for 52 weeks of the year.

Give us a call or drop in to our centre to find out more about our program.

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Book a tour today and start your child’s journey with The Learning Sanctuary

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Nursery (6 weeks – 18 months)

Our nursery room offers:

• A nurturing environment where children feel safe to explore and discover
• Tummy time and physical activity
• Messy play and sensory activities
• A language-rich environment through play-based experiences such as music, singing and rhymes
• A private room where mums can feed their babies at their convenience

Toddler (18 months – 2 years)

Our Toddler room offers:

• Play-based music and movement activities that enhance sensory-motor development
• Opportunities for children to form relationships and develop their self-confidence
• A language-rich environment that supports development through books and conversations
• Opportunities for children to explore literacy and numeracy through real-life experiences

Little 2’s and Big 2’s (2 – 3 years)

Our Little 2’s and Big 2’s rooms offer:

• Social learning through group and individual play throughout the day
• Language-rich environments through books and conversations
• Boundless opportunities for outdoor teaching and play
• Opportunities to learn about literacy and numeracy in a safe and inspiring environment

Pre-Kinder (3 – 4 years)

Our Pre-Kinder room provides:

• An environment that promotes healthy physical and mental wellbeing
• Boundless opportunities for outdoor teaching and play
• Highly qualified educators who nurture social skills and emotional development
• Safe opportunities for risky play and extracurricular activities
• Active sport and dance programs

Kinder (4 – 5 years)

Our Kinder room provides:

• A school-readiness program focused on literacy and numeracy through play-based learning
• The use of children’s interests and abilities as a vehicle for learning
• The development of social and emotional skills
• Enhanced self-awareness and respect for others
• A transition-to-school program

Book a tour to experience The Learning Sanctuary difference at our centre. We look forward to meeting you and sharing the exciting journey ahead with your family.

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Reviews and Testimonials

See what our parents have to say about our centre:

“This daycare is the absolute best daycare centre ever, my daughter has absolutely loved her time there and all the staff are fantastic and everyone is very caring. I highly recommend this centre it is an absolute must loved place for kids”

– Casie

“My girls have been attending this centre since they were both 9 months old. The staff are amazing and go above and beyond to make my girls happy. They always come home having enjoyed their time there. Office staff are fantastic and very friendly too. I highly recommend this centre to all parents. I will be very sad when the day come where we have to say goodbye to the centre.”

– C.G.

“A very good centre. Always tidy and clean. Staff are welcoming and always great with communication about daily development of your child. Highly recommended.”

– Danielle

We’d love to welcome you to one of our Learning Sanctuary Childcare & Early Education centres. If you would like to register your interest in a place at The Learning Sanctuary Pakenham, please fill out the form below. One of our educators will then be in touch to discuss your needs.

Please note: filling in this form does not guarantee a place. We recommend visiting a centre for a tour and meeting our friendly educators.