Looking for childcare close to Altona Meadows? Altona Early Education Centre is a short drive away at 40 Sargood St, Altona. We care for children from 6 weeks to 6 years in a calm, homely, purpose-built centre that feels like a second home.
- About 8 minutesfrom Altona Meadows by car
- Ages 6 weeks to 6 yearsnursery through to kindergarten
- 7am to 6pmMonday to Friday
- Funded kindergarten3 and 4-year-old programs
Why Altona Meadows families choose us
We're a boutique centre by choice. Smaller groups mean your child gets more time with educators who know them well, and most of our educators are diploma qualified or above. Our owners are on site every day and very hands-on, so you'll always know who is looking after your family.
- Small groups and attentive educators who know every child well
- Chef-cooked meals prepared in our own kitchen
- Free weekly incursions at no extra cost to your family
- Casual days where available, to help with last-minute changes
Kindergarten close to Altona Meadows
Our kindergarten program builds independence, social skills and early learning through structured yet flexible play. Children are supported at their own pace, their interests are respected and cultural diversity is celebrated, so they head off to school confident and ready. Read about our kindergarten program.
Owned and run by Altona locals
Altona Early Education Centre is owned and operated by locals Grace and Tom Azzopardi. Grace is a registered psychologist, qualified kindergarten teacher and early childhood educator, and Tom is a hands-on father of four who is involved in the centre day to day. Family and community are at the heart of everything we do.
See our rooms
Take a look through our photo gallery, or read what our families say. Then come and see the centre for yourself.
“This day-care has made such a positive difference in my son’s life and by extension, our whole family’s wellbeing. From 6 months old to now 2.5 years, my son has grown into a caring, articulate, sociable, and well-behaved little boy. This is largely because of the meaningful interactions and relationships he has built with all of the carers and other children. I never take for granted how lucky we are to have this day-care in Altona and that we are a part of it. Thank you so much!”
— Monica, parent