Our government funded Kindergarten program is delivered by qualified early childhood teachers and designed to build confidence, independence, and school readiness, all within the consistency of long day care.
At North Star Early Education, our Kindergarten program is thoughtfully designed to prepare children for a confident and successful transition to primary school. Government-funded and delivered by qualified early childhood teachers, our Kinder curriculum goes beyond simple play to build independence, confidence, curiosity, and essential learning skills.
Children benefit from a play-based, child-centred program guided by both the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework and our FinlandWay® curriculum. Through intentional learning experiences and expert teaching, every child is supported to grow socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically in a nurturing environment.
Our Kindergarten program emphasises key foundations children need before starting school:
Independence and self-confidence – children are encouraged to manage daily routines, make choices, and problem solve.
Social and emotional skills – through group times, collaborative play, and guided interactions, children learn to communicate, share, and regulate their behaviour.
Language and early literacy – daily stories, conversations, and literacy-rich activities build strong communication skills.
Early numeracy – children explore numbers, patterns and shapes through meaningful, hands-on experiences.
Physical development – regular movement and outdoor learning support coordination and wellbeing.
Choosing North Star means your child not only receives a high-quality funded Kindergarten education but also benefits from:
Longer days and consistency - Your child learns and grows within one familiar environment throughout the week, giving them more time to practise new skills and build strong relationships.
Routine, rhythm and structure - A predictable daily rhythm supports confidence, emotional security, and a sense of belonging, which helps children thrive.
Full-day learning built for modern families - We combine educational programs with all-day activities, meals, and rest, making life simpler for working families while still delivering exceptional early education.
1) Qualified early childhood teachers leading the Kinder program
2) Play-based learning that inspires curiosity and creativity
3) Individualised learning portfolios
4) Support for transition into primary school
4) Connection to our FinlandWay® learning approach
We’ve attended many centres, but North Star is worlds apart. Our 2-year-old is happy every day, and they truly nurture each child’s individuality. We’ve even waitlisted our unborn baby!
Thank you Connagh & Jaspreet for having Varis. It’s such a relief knowing that Varis is having such a lovely teachers.
So glad she has settled in perfectly.
Thank you I am so so glad she is back into childcare and making friends ❤️.
My daughter has become a strong character and she expresses her opinions.
She’s become so expressive – clearly showing emotions through words and facial expressions. I’ve noticed her positive growth and transformation happening very quickly.
He has clearly become more attentive and independent. He now washes himself, eats on his own, and even tries to help me in the kitchen at times. I’ve also noticed that he expresses his feelings much more easily now.
Since our son started in the FinlandWay® programme he has started to trust himself more and make his own decisions. He has a very good relationship with his friends and he loves school.
As a mother, I see my child thriving and full of energy, and I credit this to the FinlandWay® approach your school has adopted.
I would like to say that the FinlandWay® program is enjoyable for both the child and the teacher, and it helps the child develop quickly. This program also contributes to shaping a good citizen who cares for others, collaborates with them, and shares tasks and resources. Additionally, it helps the child enjoy learning and be creative.
Let’s talk! We’d love to tell you more about our childcare centre.