Melbourne Childcare & Early Learning
We believe every child is born to thrive. Across 9 centres in Melbourne, we build the security, curiosity and genuine relationships that help children aged 6 weeks to 6 years become confident explorers.
● The Thriving Child — our belief system for early learning
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Over 1,000+ happy families
Thriving isn’t abstract. It rests on four things every child needs — and everything we do is built to provide them.
“A world that invites them in”
“Known. Really known.”
We put every individual child at the heart of what we do. Educator tenure becomes more than a statistic — it’s the reason your child is genuinely known, through individual learning plans, careful observation and real relationship.
“We’re part of a bigger picture”
We are in sync with parents — a co-creator and collaborator with families, not simply a service provider. We share what we observe, you share what you know, and together your child gets the richest possible experience.
“My little boy loves one early education at Officer. The staff are so good at looking after him. I never thought i would be so comfortable leaving my son but they definitely made it easy. It is just lovely walking in as everyone has a smile on their face. I recommend them wholeheartedly.”
Parent · Officer One Early Education Centre
“My daughter has been attending this centre for 9 months, during this time she transitioned from infant to toddler room. The staff in both rooms made this transition quite easy.
I have watched my daughter come home singing new songs, dancing and new words almost every session so have confidence the educators at doing a great job….”
Parents · Cranbourne One Early Education Centre
“My son attends this centre and has since it first opened. The ladies there are super lovely and the chef makes the best food! They eat so well there. The facilities are really nice too. My son is happy there and has made some little friends. Thank you one early education.”
Parent · Wollert One Early Education Centre
The ONE Brain Development Program is our exclusive curriculum framework — every activity, meal and rest is intentional, aligned to how young brains actually grow from birth to school.
Art. Music. Mindfulness. Sport. Every week, every child, every centre — delivered by our trained educators and woven into the Brain Development Program. Not add-ons. Not extras. Just part of what it means to be at ONE.
Responsive care and secure attachment, with the Brain Development Program beginning through sensory play.
Language, movement, self-regulation and creative expression for busy, curious minds.
Independence, strong literacy foundations and enriching learning experiences that inspire wonder, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.
ECT-led and VEYLDF-aligned Victorian funded kindergarten.
Our warm, thoughtfully designed spaces inspire curiosity, creativity and confidence, helping every child feel safe, valued and empowered to explore, learn and thrive.
Our thoughtfully designed learning environments are filled with purposeful educational experiences that spark curiosity, inspire exploration and encourage meaningful engagement. Warm, inviting spaces foster social skills, emotional intelligence, creativity and critical thinking — empowering children to connect, discover and develop a lifelong love of learning through every interaction.
Play is the foundation of learning. Our dynamic, multisensory environments seamlessly combine play with purposeful educational experiences, supporting every child’s cognitive, social, emotional, physical and creative development. Through joyful exploration, children build confidence, deepen their understanding of the world and develop a lifelong love of learning.
Thoughtfully designed, uncluttered learning environments inspire curiosity, foster calm and confidence, and empower children to explore, discover, learn and thrive through purposeful play.
Children move effortlessly between thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor learning environments, where purposeful educational experiences support gross motor, fine motor, social and emotional development. A balanced blend of guided and child-led learning nurtures emotional intelligence, builds meaningful social skills and encourages curiosity, creativity, confidence and imagination — so children are empowered to explore, connect and thrive every day.
The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) is a government payment that reduces the cost of early education for most families. We’re an approved CCS provider, and the subsidy comes straight off your fee — so the vast majority of families pay far less than the daily rate.
Choosing the right early learning centre is a big decision, which is why we encourage you to visit. Meet our educators, explore our facilities, and experience the difference of ONE firsthand — where art, music and mindfulness support brain development through play and discovery.
Exceptional long-term educators, with enrichment in sport, music and art.
Highly qualified, long-term educators and a dedicated children’s restaurant.
Highly qualified, long-term educators and a dedicated children’s restaurant.
Highly qualified educators, with enrichment in sport, music and art.
Exceptional educators, a dedicated restaurant and a children’s library.
Exceptional long-term educators and a dedicated children’s library.
Long-term educators, with enrichment programs in sport, music and art.
Highly qualified, long-term educators and a dedicated children’s restaurant.
Long-term educators and our very own indoor basketball arena.
All Child Care Subsidy (CCS) eligible families are guaranteed at least 72 hours of subsidised child care per fortnight — 3 days per week — regardless of activity levels. This started on 5 January 2026 and replaces the previous activity test.
Families can access up to 100 hours of subsidised child care each fortnight if they meet certain criteria. You can read the full details on the 3 Day Guarantee — Department of Education, Australian Government website.
Every day at ONE Early Education inspires curiosity, confidence and a lifelong love of learning. In our safe, welcoming environments, children enjoy play-based learning, ONE’s Enrichment Programs and evidence-informed Brain Development experiences, alongside nutritious meals, meaningful connections and opportunities to explore, grow and flourish.
At ONE Early Education, we believe every child deserves the very best. That’s why our daily fee is all-inclusive — providing exceptional education, care, nutrition and learning without unexpected extras.
Our seasonal menus are carefully curated by a professional nutritionist to support children’s growth, wellbeing and development. Each day, our experienced and qualified cooks prepare fresh, wholesome, allergy-aware meals and snacks on site.
Your child’s daily fee includes:
With everything included in one simple daily fee, you can enjoy complete peace of mind — outstanding nutrition, exceptional care and inspiring educational experiences, without hidden costs or unexpected add-ons.
Book a free tour online in under a minute, or send an enquiry and our team will call you back — or call the centre directly and speak with one of our friendly Directors. There’s no waiting-list fee to reserve your interest.
Child safety is our first responsibility. We’re a child-safe organisation — every educator is screened and trained, and our policies are built around the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
At ONE Early Education, our greatest strength is our people. Our educators are passionate, highly qualified early childhood professionals committed to providing exceptional care and educational experiences for every child.
Our kindergarten programs are led by degree-qualified Early Childhood Teachers, ensuring children receive a strong foundation for lifelong learning and a successful transition to school.
We believe outstanding educators never stop learning. That’s why we invest heavily in ongoing professional development, coaching, mentoring and training for every member of our team — keeping our educators at the forefront of early childhood best practice.
This commitment to continuous improvement enables us to create exceptional learning environments where children feel safe, supported, inspired and empowered to reach their full potential every day.
Book a free tour and meet the educators who’ll make your child’s first day easy.
