Business Details
Your Trusted Child Care Centre in Hawthorn East for Ages 0-5
Camberwell Junction Early Learning Centre is a privately-owned purpose-built childcare centre established to provide accredited early learning and kinder education programs for children aged 0 to 5. Our boutique facility caters to a maximum of 60 children across three dedicated rooms: Ladybird Room (Nursery), Caterpillar Room (Toddlers), and Butterfly Room (Kinder). Each room operates under national educator-to-child ratios with individualised learning programs tailored to developmental needs. Our team of highly qualified educators holds working with children checks, first aid certifications, and anaphylaxis training, with ongoing professional development in early childhood education.We prioritise stable staffing to foster strong parent-educator relationships and maintain open communication channels through newsletters, progress journals, and scheduled meetings. Our educational philosophy emphasizes child-led learning within a nurturing environment that encourages exploration, creativity, and confidence-building. The centre features modern learning equipment and secure drop-off/pickup facilities including designated parent parking spaces.
Services
Childcare Services
Early Learning Programs
Kinder Education
Personalised Care Plans
Parent Communication
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized care for up to 60 children with dedicated educator-to-child ratios
- Our educators hold current first aid, anaphylaxis, and food handling certifications
- Stable teaching teams foster strong relationships with children and families
- Daily communication channels include learning journals, newsletters, and scheduled meetings
- Modern facilities feature purpose-built learning spaces and secure parking options
What people say
Family orientated environment
Genuine care and creativity
Safe and well cared for
Strong educator relationships
Excellent communication channels
Services
Childcare Services
Our childcare services cater to children aged 0-5 with dedicated educator-to-child ratios. We provide a safe, stimulating environment that supports developmental milestones through structured programs and free play. Our qualified staff implement individualised care plans while maintaining consistent routines for emotional security.
Early Learning Programs
Our accredited early learning programs follow national curriculum guidelines while incorporating child-led exploration. Educators design age-appropriate activities that foster cognitive development, social skills, and creative expression through play-based learning experiences tailored to each child's interests and abilities.
Kinder Education
Our kindergarten program prepares 3-5 year olds for school readiness through structured learning and social development. Certified teachers deliver literacy, numeracy, and STEM activities while encouraging independence and peer interaction in a supportive environment that mirrors primary school routines.
Personalised Care Plans
We develop tailored care plans addressing each child's unique needs, including dietary requirements, medical conditions, and developmental goals. Regular progress observations are documented and shared with families to ensure consistent support across home and childcare settings.
Parent Communication
We maintain open communication through daily updates, learning journals, and scheduled meetings. Parents receive regular newsletters detailing educational activities and have 24/7 access to educators for immediate concerns or feedback about their child's progress and wellbeing.
People
Linda
Director
With over 33 years in childcare, Linda designed the centre to provide boutique-style care focusing on individual family needs. She oversees operations and ensures the centre maintains its commitment to personalized early childhood education.
Deepti
Centre Manager/ED Leader
Deepti holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and is pursuing an Advanced Diploma in community sector management. She speaks Hindi and English, and leads educational programming with a focus on child-led learning experiences.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 0-5 years across three dedicated rooms: Nursery (0-2), Toddlers (2-3), and Kinder (3-5).
Are your educators qualified?
All educators hold current working with children checks, first aid certifications, and anaphylaxis training. Many staff have diplomas in early childhood education.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use learning journals, regular newsletters, scheduled meetings, and direct phone/email contact for daily updates and progress reports.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday-Friday from 7:30am-6:00pm. The centre is closed on weekends and public holidays.
Is there parking available?
Yes, we have a staff and parent car park at the rear with designated drop-off spaces. Additional street parking is available nearby.
How do you support child development?
Our programs combine structured learning with child-initiated play, focusing on social skills, cognitive development, and emotional growth through age-appropriate activities.
Reviews (4)
Rosie Anderson
Jan 11, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Our daughter has attended CJELC for the last 1.5 years and we highly recommend this centre! It's extremely well run and the educators are lovely and caring. Our daughter has loved attending each day
Our daughter has attended CJELC for the last 1.5 years and we highly recommend this centre! It's extremely well run and the educators are lovely and caring. Our daughter has loved attending each day
Sara Haseeb
Jan 10, 2022
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My son started going to CJELC when he was 5 months old . I was abit nervous at start but when I met the team all my concerns were gone . The team is amazing and so caring. Everyday he learns something there and amazes me . The girls in ladybird room ( poonam, swati, teju) are another level caring and take extra steps and report how his day was . They are so patient answering any concerns we have .
Being a casual worker they let my son in even for days he is not booked in . Such an understanding team . Hats off to all the hard work you for taking care of our children . Can't thank you guys enough
Being a casual worker they let my son in even for days he is not booked in . Such an understanding team . Hats off to all the hard work you for taking care of our children . Can't thank you guys enough
Shalaka V.
Dec 20, 2021
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This is the first child care my daughter started attending from Sept 2021. She took time to settle in and the staff was always positive about it. They took efforts to make her comfortable. We loved the way educators in Baby room looked after Khushi and helped us with our extra requests. I will definitely recommend this child care based on their serveice. A big thank you to all the educators for looking after Khushi. :)
Dhivya Dhivi
Oct 09, 2021
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Both our kids went to CJELC and my daughter started when she was 8 months old until she finished kinder. Yesterday was her last day there(we moved suburbs) and she will be going prep next year. She had wonderful care there and Barnali, kinder teacher is a gem. Kinder teacher Christy is wonderful with kids. I recommend this childcare with all my heart and your kid will be safe and sound.
