Explorers Early Learning and Childcare Centre Essendon

Our centre is located on Lincoln Road and is close to all the local shops, making it a convenient location for families.

Explorers Essendon provides early learning and care for children aged 6 weeks to school age, including nursery, toddler, 3-Year-Old Kinder and 4-Year-Old Kinder programs.

Yes. Explorers Essendon offers kindergarten programs as part of our integrated early learning experience. Our kindergarten program supports children’s confidence, independence, social connection and school readiness through play-based learning, project work and strong educator relationships.

Yes, we have plenty of onsite parking available, making it convenient and safe for parents during drop-offs and pick-ups.

Our centre is commute-friendly and easily accessible by bus or train. The nearest train station is Essendon Station, which is just a short walk away from our centre.

Your Child Care Subsidy depends on your family income, activity level and individual circumstances. You can use our Child Care Subsidy Calculator to estimate your possible out-of-pocket costs. Our team can also help explain how CCS may apply to your child’s care and how it works alongside funded kindergarten.

Availability can vary across nursery, toddler and kindergarten rooms. If there is a waitlist, we encourage families to register their interest so our team can keep you updated as places become available. You are also welcome to book a tour or contact the centre to discuss current availability.

Yes. Fresh, nutritious meals and snacks are prepared by our in-house chef each day. We cater for allergies, dietary requirements and cultural preferences, helping ensure every child is safely included and well nourished throughout the day.

We love nurturing a love for the planet early on! From hands-on gardening to fun recycling activities, we keep little explorers engaged in caring for the environment.

In addition to their years of experience, our teachers are passionate about supporting children in their educational journeys. They provide a welcoming, engaging environment in which children feel supported, encouraged, and excited to learn something new every day.

Families are encouraged to share allergy, medical and dietary information during enrolment so our team can plan safely and thoughtfully. Our in-house chef can adjust meals where needed, and educators follow clear processes to support each child’s health and wellbeing.

Sustainability is woven into everyday experiences at Explorers Essendon. Children are encouraged to care for their environment through hands-on gardening, recycling activities and everyday conversations that help them understand responsibility, respect and care for the world around them.

We love having families be part of the learning journey! That’s why we regularly invite parents to join special events and activities, creating fun opportunities to learn, play, and grow together.

We take serious safety measures by keeping all outdoor activities closely supervised by our trained educators. Outdoor play is closely supervised by trained educators, and our outdoor learning spaces are designed to be safe, age-appropriate and engaging. Educators support children to move confidently, take safe risks and enjoy the outdoor environment while maintaining clear supervision and safety practices.

Part-time care may be available depending on current vacancies, and casual days may be offered when places become available. Please contact our Essendon team to discuss your family’s needs and current availability.