Explorers Early Learning and Child Care Tarneit
*** Explorers Tarneit - proudly rated as Exceeding the National Quality Standard ***
At Explorers, our thoughtfully designed Centre warmly welcomes families and children, while supporting our dedicated Educators in nurturing each child's curiosity and learning journey.
Each space, from our babies' room to kindergarten, is designed to inspire curiosity and foster learning through a playful and positive environment. Our central Piazza, influenced by the Reggio Emilia learning approach, encourages a sense of belonging, collaboration and intentional learning, complemented by landscaped outdoor learning spaces.
Our team of passionate Educators are dedicated to delivering the highest quality early childhood education and care. Through our unique Learning for Life Curriculum, children embark on engaging learning experiences from babies through to 3 and 4 year old Kindergarten.
We are very proud to share our wonderful Centre has been rated as Exceeding NQS.
We hope to welcome your family soon,
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My child has been at Tarneit Explorers for 4 years. I have found the centre and its staff to be very approachable and caring. They are always say hello and manage to remember everyones names. They listen to the families and always seek input from families to further better the centre to cater to them. Even though there are times when educators change, all educators put their best effort to help the kids to learn and grow, caring for their indivdual needs. Most of the main room leaders and other educators have been there for many years and have watched the kids grow up. The rooms are inviting and nurturing with the kids doing a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. I also like that they have a PE and music teacher sometimes come in and teach the kids. Im also happy the kids get fed everyday, I'm happy with the menu. The centre really try to make strong relationships with everyone with the many activities and afternoons, inviting families along and getting to know everyone. My son is happy every day when he comes home, and even on the days he cries when he is dropped off, he always leaves happy and looking forward to his next day back.
Amazing Management and definitely safe environment for children. I almost with explorers now more than 3 years but from day one I feel very comfortable to work here...I am so satisfied everyday as everyone recognizes my efforts and always appreciate. Families also amazing as they are always supporting us and left the positive impact. My Management team is awesome as they treat everyone equally and they create amazing environment so all educators can share their feedback without any fear, they always give their time to listen and guide us.. I am so proud to be part of this amazing power team and loved to be work here...♥️🥰
We have had our son enrolled in the centre for just over two months and we have no complaints. My son loves his educators Param, Pooja and Angie in the Wattles room. They are always so thoughtful and nurturing and are very on board with my sons allergies. I always feel content in leaving my son here with educators who feel like my family already. The centre also has incredible family nights and events and always go above my expectations! I can't wait for the years more to come in being a part of the Explorers family.
I have no words to express my thanks to this place. My kids started day care here ( now they are in school) each time I pass by this place it brings back all the emotions and happy moments. The staff every single one worked with the parent and made the parent feel safe and confident that our kids were in a safe place. The way they keep you off Mum guilt is amazing. One day I was stuck on the West gate traffic, I reached at almost 7p.m for the pick up, will never forget the sight of Edna holding on my both kids so close to her, each on one lap and comforting them like a mum. I did cry and gave her a hug. Can't thank them enough.
I was ready to pay for the extra time, but they didn't even charge me. So it was not clearly service and care and love for money. IT WAS PASSION. Which unfortunately I did not get anywhere as much.
Not to mention the food was amazing and nutritious, and there was always food saved when my son missed the morning tea time.
Its been at least 3years since my kids left from her, but cannot forget to thank you guys. Sorry I took so long to write a review.
LOVE YOU LADIES!
LOVE FROM ANNETTE & ANDREW (they haven't forgotten you guys either)
I was ready to pay for the extra time, but they didn't even charge me. So it was not clearly service and care and love for money. IT WAS PASSION. Which unfortunately I did not get anywhere as much.
Not to mention the food was amazing and nutritious, and there was always food saved when my son missed the morning tea time.
Its been at least 3years since my kids left from her, but cannot forget to thank you guys. Sorry I took so long to write a review.
LOVE YOU LADIES!
LOVE FROM ANNETTE & ANDREW (they haven't forgotten you guys either)
I have no words to express my thanks to this place. My kids started day care here ( now they are in school) each time I pass by this place it brings back all the emotions and happy moments. The staff every single one worked with the parent and made the parent feel safe and confident that our kids were in a safe place. The way they keep you off Mum guilt is amazing. One day I was stuck on the West gate traffic, I reached at almost 7p.m for the pick up, will never forget the sight of Edna holding on my both kids so close to her, each on one lap and comforting them like a mum. I did cry and gave her a hug. Can't thank them enough.
I was ready to pay for the extra time, but they did even charge me. So it was not clearly service and care and love for money. IT WAS PASSION. Which unfortunately I did not get anywhere as much.
Not to mention the food was amazing and nutritious, and there was always food saved when my son missed the morning tea time.
Its been at least 3years since my kids left from her, but cannot forget to thank you guys. Sorry I took so long to write a review.
LOVE YOU LADIES!
LOVE FROM ANNETTE & ANDREW (they haven't forgotten you guys either)
I was ready to pay for the extra time, but they did even charge me. So it was not clearly service and care and love for money. IT WAS PASSION. Which unfortunately I did not get anywhere as much.
Not to mention the food was amazing and nutritious, and there was always food saved when my son missed the morning tea time.
Its been at least 3years since my kids left from her, but cannot forget to thank you guys. Sorry I took so long to write a review.
LOVE YOU LADIES!
LOVE FROM ANNETTE & ANDREW (they haven't forgotten you guys either)
Completing 60 days of professional placement at Explorer’s Early Learners, dedicating 8 hours daily, was an enriching and transformative experience. It provided me with invaluable insights into early childhood education and hands-on learning opportunities.
The center’s commitment to ACECQA guidelines was evident across all rooms, ensuring a high standard of care and education. Every detail was thoughtfully organized to support children's development, safety, and well-being. I still recall the poster near the cots emphasizing the importance of placing babies in the supine position (on their back) for safe sleep—just one example of the center’s meticulous attention to best practices. No wonder the center is rated Exceeding NQS (National Quality Standards), excelling in most quality areas.
Sheila, the center manager, ensured my induction and schedule were seamless, creating a welcoming and supportive environment from the start. Working across different age groups was equally rewarding. In the babies’ room, I observed how sensory exploration plays a crucial role in early development. With toddlers, I encouraged language growth and numeracy skills through interactive cooking and movement-based learning. With pre-schoolers, I helped foster independence and school-readiness by engaging them in hands-on projects, from baking to creative space-themed crafts.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone at the center who interacted with and guided me throughout this journey. (You all know who you are—you’ll always hold a special place in my heart.) A long-overdue thank you for helping me flourish and grow as an educator.
This placement has not only shaped my professional skills but also left me with lifelong memories. Explorer’s Early Learners is a center where children thrive and educators are truly supported. I highly recommend it to families and aspiring professionals in the field.
The center’s commitment to ACECQA guidelines was evident across all rooms, ensuring a high standard of care and education. Every detail was thoughtfully organized to support children's development, safety, and well-being. I still recall the poster near the cots emphasizing the importance of placing babies in the supine position (on their back) for safe sleep—just one example of the center’s meticulous attention to best practices. No wonder the center is rated Exceeding NQS (National Quality Standards), excelling in most quality areas.
Sheila, the center manager, ensured my induction and schedule were seamless, creating a welcoming and supportive environment from the start. Working across different age groups was equally rewarding. In the babies’ room, I observed how sensory exploration plays a crucial role in early development. With toddlers, I encouraged language growth and numeracy skills through interactive cooking and movement-based learning. With pre-schoolers, I helped foster independence and school-readiness by engaging them in hands-on projects, from baking to creative space-themed crafts.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone at the center who interacted with and guided me throughout this journey. (You all know who you are—you’ll always hold a special place in my heart.) A long-overdue thank you for helping me flourish and grow as an educator.
This placement has not only shaped my professional skills but also left me with lifelong memories. Explorer’s Early Learners is a center where children thrive and educators are truly supported. I highly recommend it to families and aspiring professionals in the field.
Never been so happy. Great service, very friendly staff, happy children and my daughter is so excited to attend daycare.
Friendly, dedicated committed educators, genuine centre-wide dedication to striving for best practice.
I've worked as relief as well as periods in other centres, and although a few of those sounded great in their blurb, it never transferred to practice, until I started here. Started by it's founder in response to not being able to find quality care with what she sought for her own child so she started her own, and that was enough of a success to spawn multiple centres across Melbourne. Yet it isn't a giant corporate entity where profit is ultimately in charge.
From someone on the inside, if you are seeking long day care for your child, this centre is well worth checking out with your child to see if it's a good fit. And if you're an Educator, staff is treated with respect and valued for their contributions, they are rated "Exceeding" so if that's a standard you strive to uphold you will probably like it here.
I've worked as relief as well as periods in other centres, and although a few of those sounded great in their blurb, it never transferred to practice, until I started here. Started by it's founder in response to not being able to find quality care with what she sought for her own child so she started her own, and that was enough of a success to spawn multiple centres across Melbourne. Yet it isn't a giant corporate entity where profit is ultimately in charge.
From someone on the inside, if you are seeking long day care for your child, this centre is well worth checking out with your child to see if it's a good fit. And if you're an Educator, staff is treated with respect and valued for their contributions, they are rated "Exceeding" so if that's a standard you strive to uphold you will probably like it here.
I have been working at the Explorers Tarneit family for almost 4 years. The working environment is highighly collaborative, teams work together closely, and the especially very supportive management team. we are so glad had an opportunity to learn new skills with a regular training session provided by the Explorer company.
Explorer is a great place to work with flexible hours I would highly recommend working with Explorers.
Explorer is a great place to work with flexible hours I would highly recommend working with Explorers.
I'm working as a casual educator but I never feel like casual.Very understand able and helping management and staff.
I feel very glad to be a part of explorers family.Thanks to explorers.
I feel very glad to be a part of explorers family.Thanks to explorers.
Explorers - Tarneit
80 Homebush Drive, Tarneit VIC 3029
Centre Hours
Monday to Friday
6:30am - 6:30pm
