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Cuddly Bear Child Care and Kindergarten Heathmont

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Opening Hours

Capacity

80 children

Service Approval Date

01 January 2012

Primary Service Type

Long Day Care

Registered with ACECQA

Services Offered

Long Day Care
0 To 12 Months
13 To 24 Months
25 To 36 Months
More Than 36 Months
About The Centre
You can read more about us as a service via following interview with Kindicare! https://kindicare.com/parenting-tips/innovative-approaches-to-early-learning We are an Exceeding rated Childcare Centre. We offer 80 places daily for Long Day Care and Government Funded Kindergarten in Heathmont, Victoria. We are open weekdays between the hours of 7.00am and 6.30pm, except on public holidays. Read More

Centre Features & Inclusions

Parent Services
Approved for CCS
Breastfeeding Area
Car Parking
Close to Public Transport
Credit Card Payments Accepted
Daily Activity Updates
Direct Debit Facility
Parent App
Storypark Families App
Waitlist
Weekly Updates
Fees & Discounts
Educator Staff Discounts
Employee Staff Discounts
Additional Services
Can Accommodate Special Needs
Educators & Staff
Bilingual Educators
Tertiary Qualified Staff
Centre Facilities & Services
Air Conditioned
Allergy Aware
Bed Linen Provided
Environmentally Friendly
Heated
Nappies Provided
SunSafe aware
Sunscreen Provided
Activities & Equipment
Indoor Play Area
Outdoor Play Area
Sandpit
Shaded Outdoor Area
Food & Nutrition
All Meals Provided
In House Cook
Milk Provided
Learning Activities
Approved Preschool Program
Cooking Lessons
Education & Development Programs
Excursions
Farm Animals
Incursions
Language Lessons
Music Lessons
Science
Sport Program
Technology
Vegetable Garden
Yoga

Ratings

9.8

KindiCare Rating

The KindiCare Rating for this service of 9.8 is higher than the average KindiCare Rating for the area of 8.5

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NQS Rating

This service goes beyond the requirements of the National Quality Standard in at least four of the seven quality areas, with at least two of these being quality areas 1, 5, 6, or 7.

Additional Centre Information

 Our centre philosophy has been inspired by The Ecological Model (Bronfenbrenner, 1979). Our model, however, places our community at the centre of all that we do. All people influence and are affected by the environments that surround them. Our model illustrates the strong network of community, services and programs that support children’s overall learning and development. Each community member placed at the centre of our model is unique, active, and engaged in their own learning and development journey within their local context, which is shaped by their family, culture, and experience. 

We follow the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the Victorian Early Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF) as per our programming policy. The aim of this document is to extend and enrich children’s learning from birth to five years , and through to the transition to school.

We are committed to providing a developmentally age appropriate and educational program, which caters for each child’s individual needs, abilities and interests. Our program will continue to develop as we use the relationships children have with their families and communities, working in partnership with parents, to ensure each child’s knowledge, ideas, culture, abilities and interests are the foundation of our programs.

We encourage children to take ownership over their learning journeys, through choices in experiences, interests and routine. We use conversations, actions and play as the basis for teaching which involves the children in teaching by seeking out ideas, opinions, thoughts and questions. 

We encourage children in promoting their independence and self-help skills by assisting within the routine and involving the children in interest-based projects to further enhance their learning and knowledge. We value children and family input and encourage family involvement in order to gather a comprehensive and holistic view of the child.

We know that children learn effectively through play and Educators who are diligent in their responsiveness to each child support this. Applying strong intentional teaching practices will provide the children with an authentic and meaningful learning environment that challenges, supports and nurtures a child’s development.

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Parent Reviews

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5 Stars (16)
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Had both of our boys go through the Cuddly Bear system and both had an amazing time and created very fond memories. The staff are very attentive to each child’s needs and do everything they can to not only make the children comfortable but also the parents. Sad that our time at Cuddly Bear has come to an end but would not change a thing.
Google ReviewNovember 30, 2023
We have been with Cuddly Bear for the past 5 years and couldn’t be happier about the care they provided. Even through management change and staff turnover during the pandemic the centre has reestablished themselves for the better as shown with their repeated exceeding standards. I truly believe this is the best childcare centre around and the staff genuinely cares about the kids and their wellbeing.
Google ReviewOctober 02, 2023
Cannot recommend this place enough! It’s been an amazing pleasure to have our kids attend Cuddly Bear! The team and management are amazing, professional and extremely caring. I wish we were able to stay there for longer.
Google ReviewSeptember 21, 2023
Great business, feel very comfortable leaving my child with these awesome staff.
Google ReviewAugust 17, 2023
It has been an absolute pleasure to have our two children attend Cuddly Bear over the last 5 or so years, they have learnt so much and you have helped them develop into the beautiful people they are. We cannot thank you enough for this. The warming and welcoming nature of your teams and facility displays a holistic feeling of positivity which is seen in the kids upon leaving after a long day. Knowing they have been well looked after and educated is all we can ask for, and you have all done that and so much more. If you are considering Cuddly Bears as an option for your children, we highly recommend this family owned centre be your first choice, the management and educators are incredible.
A wonderful, nurturing environment with a thoughtful and inclusive approach to early childhood care and education. They were wonderful with our shy and anxious toddler, and we felt very involved in the community they have created. Very sad to have moved away!
Google ReviewDecember 13, 2022
I cannot speak highly enough of Cuddly Bear Heathmont and all of its staff. We have sent our children there for a number of years and have been thoroughly impressed by the love, energy and attention to detail of the staff. The educators consistently provide creative, engaging and stimulating programs for the children. They help all the children to reach their potential and it is done in a warm, friendly environment where the children feel safe to have a go at everything. We have always felt totally comfortable leaving our children in the care of Cuddly Bear Heathmont knowing they will be cared for as they would be by a family. We want to say a huge thanks to all the staff in the rooms, in the office, in the kitchen and everyone else who helps make Cuddly Bear what it is!
Emma
KindiCare ReviewDecember 13, 2022
I cannot speak highly enough of Cuddly Bear Heathmont and all of its staff. We have sent our children there for a number of years and have been thoroughly impressed by the love, energy and attention to detail of the staff. The educators consistently provide creative, engaging and stimulating programs for the children. They help all the children to reach their potential and it is done in a warm, friendly environment where the children feel safe to have a go at everything. We have always felt totally comfortable leaving our children in the care of Cuddly Bear Heathmont knowing they will be cared for as they would be by a family. We want to say a huge thanks to all the staff in the rooms, in the office, in the kitchen and everyone else who helps make Cuddly Bear what it is!
Google ReviewNovember 22, 2022
One of the best childcare centres in the eastern suburbs! I feel so lucky and blessed to have my child attend Cuddly Bear childcare centre. The staff and management are high quality and genuinely display interest and care in the children. No wonder they are constantly rated exceeding standard. Keep up the good work.
Google ReviewNovember 15, 2022
An absolutely fantastic place to work. Never has a workplace felt like 'home'. The owners say that they treat their staff like family, and it is without a doubt that they do. Cuddly Bear provides a wonderful work environment, where educators are encouraged to learn and further develop. Unlike larger organisations, educators are also provided the freedom to share their unique identities within the classroom. Cannot recommend this workplace enough!

Location

696.89 km

274 Canterbury Road, Heathmont East, VIC 3135

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