We recognise that every child learns from birth, but some children require different opportunities, learning spaces and specific supports in order to learn and thrive. We value children’s strengths and differences and through our curriculum, we ensure that every child is able to experience success and is motivated to accept new challenges through which to learn and grow.
Children’s wellbeing, identity and independence are dependent on communication. Young children respond verbally and non- verbally to what they see, hear, touch feel and taste. We provide many opportunities for our toddlers to become engaged in play so that we can celebrate their enjoyment of discovery, support their expression of feelings and respond to their thoughts and ideas.
We believe that children are capable, confident and independent citizens who are able to contribute to decisions that affect them. We provide the opportunity for choice and time to do things for themselves in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Services
Dandenong Day Nursery Inc. has been established for over 38 years. We understand the importance of providing the community with early learning options that support family’s individual needs. Our service is proud to provide 3 and 4 year old funded Kindergarten, Child Care and Family Day Care.
We Offer
Long Day Care Program
Long day care program led by Diploma Qualified early childhood educators
4 Year Old Funded Kindergarten
Delivered by Early Childhood Teacher. Operates for 20 hours per week and transitions into an extended 4 year old program led by the Diploma qualified early childhood educator who works with the ECT for the afternoon.
3 Year Old Funded Kindergarten
Delivered by an early childhood teacher. Long day care program led by Diploma Qualified early childhood educators
Family Day care
Family Day Care (Home Based Care) Flexible hours, 24 hour care, weekend & school holiday care.
Flexible Program
Families are able to utilize any combination of our services
Early Childhood Programs
Early childhood programs that capture children’s interests, cultures and individual strengths
We have been attending this centre for the last three years and truly blessed to be part of the Dandenong Nursery family. I came to the centre as an anxious...
We have been attending this centre for the last three years and truly blessed to be part of the Dandenong Nursery family. I came to the centre as an anxious first- time mum worried about leaving my son at the care of others but sending my kids to the Dandy Nursery I feel like I am leaving them at a family home where they feel loved and are cared for. The educators tailor the activities according to the kids interests and needs, they treat the kids as their own and develop an incredible bond. As a mum there is nothing more I would ask for.
Rawa RM
Proud Parent
Teachers are amazing and go over and beyond! I have never met teachers who are so caring, patient and genuine. They make all the kids and parents feel so special...
Teachers are amazing and go over and beyond! I have never met teachers who are so caring, patient and genuine. They make all the kids and parents feel so special and loved. No matter how many issues they deal with throughout the day, they always have a smile on their faces and are happy to listen and answer all your questions no matter what they may be. My boys come home updating me on all the fun educational activities they have done throughout the day as well as being updated on Story park all the time 🙂 When your kids aren't with you, there is no better feeling than knowing they are happy, cared for and loved.
Thank you to all of you!! I can't show my appreciation enough for all your support and for always being so accommodating with everything over the years. I'm so happy we found your centre a few years back and so glad we still have a couple of years to enjoy with you before my boys move onto Primary school
Katrina
Proud Parent
Our Gallery
Making learning visible
We love to capture the learning that comes from children engaging in everyday experiences. The most amazing moments are captured when children are involved and interested in their own learning.
Dandenong Day Nursery would like to acknowledge the traditional owners of the land from the past, the present and future. Our mob is honoured to be sharing and learning on Bunurong land.
We would like to thank the nations first peoples for caring for this great land including our waterways and for sharing their knowledge of land, culture and truth.