Nurturing Young Minds, Building Bright Futures
At Happy Times Child Care & Early Learning Centre, we are proud to provide a warm, secure, safe, caring, loving, nurturing, and anti-bias environment for children to learn, grow, and develop. Our centre is fully approved and funded, offering Long Day Care, Casual Day Care, and Funded Kindergarten services to families in Mentone and surrounding suburbs.
Our Philosophy
Our philosophy is centered around meeting the needs of families through flexibility of service and providing the best care and education for your child. We believe that parents and guardians are a child's "first educators" and our emphasis is on those partnerships. We aim to make the bridge between home and centre as close as possible. Children and their families are the core of our wider community, which we bring together as we encourage them to share their culture, language, and home experiences with us.
Our Programs
Our programs are designed to consider each child as an individual, with individual profiles and proactive open communication with families. We use the Early Years Learning Framework to guide our curriculum, which is supported by the philosophy of our educators. We believe that children learn best through play, which is why we strive to create aesthetically pleasing learning environments and access to natural materials, with the intent of provoking wonder and intrigue in their daily experiences.
Our Team
Our team is made up of dedicated educators and teachers who are not only qualified but also have a professional and caring disposition with children. We pride ourselves on employing educators who are warm and nurturing, which is what truly makes Happy Times shine. Combining the love, support, and guidance the children receive from home and our educators gives them a feeling and sense of belonging, happiness, and success.
Our Facilities
Our centre is a new, purpose-built facility designed to foster children's imaginations, while engaging their senses within an environment rich with natural and raw materials. We have a full-time cook on premises who prepares a nutritionally balanced menu of fresh meals daily, including breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and late snack.
Overall Experience
The overall experience at Happy Times Childcare is extremely positive, with multiple reviewers praising the centre's warm and welcoming atmosphere, caring staff, and exceptional quality of care.
Staff and Care
The staff at Happy Times are widely praised for their kindness, dedication, and passion for childcare. Reviewers mention that the staff take the time to get to know the children and families, providing a personalized experience for each child. The staff are also commended for their attention to detail, ensuring that children are clean, tidy, and well-cared for throughout the day.
Facilities and Activities
The facilities at Happy Times are described as clean, safe, and well-maintained, with a focus on nature-based and hands-on activities. Reviewers appreciate the variety of activities and experiences on offer, which keep children engaged and happy throughout the day.
Communication and Updates
The centre's communication is praised, with regular updates and photos provided through an app, keeping parents informed about their child's daily activities and progress.
Meal Options
The centre's meal options are described as fresh, nutritious, and appealing to children, with multiple reviewers praising the quality of the food served.
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