The Kindle program caters for children who are 6 weeks to 5 years of age. It is a coeducation program, inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy.
“We have dynamic, creative and passionate educators working in our program who care for our children and their wellbeing. Our comprehensive program includes music, Japanese, gymnastics and library. There are also opportunities to explore Indigenous perspectives, literacy & numeracy, technology and the arts. Inquiry learning plays a large role in the curriculum with children and educators researching concepts together".
Read the MLC Kindle Prospectus below, or contact MLC Admissions on +61 3 9274 6316 to find out more.
Kindle Prospectus
Visit Us
Small group tours run every Wednesday at 10 am during term time and are limited to three family members including children. Please book at the link below or contact mlckindle@mlc.vic.edu.au for all tour enquiries.
Book in a Kindle Small Group Tour
You can also watch a Virtual Tour video:
Exceeding National Quality Standards
The National Quality Standard (NQS) sets a high benchmark for early childhood education and care in Australia, with services assessed and rated by the regulatory authority across seven essential quality areas.
In 2021, MLC Kindle achieved a rating of 'exceeding' for all areas, which is the highest eligible rating.
Child Care Subsidy
As MLC Kindle is an approved child care centre, the Child Care Subsidy is available for parents to claim depending on your circumstances, including the four-year-old sessional kindergarten program.
MLC Kindle is open from 7.30 am to 6.30 pm Monday to Friday
for 50 weeks of the year.
Core program hours: 8.30 am to 3.30 pm.
Sunrise Programs: 7.30 am – 8.30 am
Twilight programs: 3.30 pm to 6.30 pm
Program Options:
5 Day: Monday to Friday
3 Day: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
2 Day: Thursday and Friday
The Sparrows’ Nest program operates from 8:30am to 3:30pm with Sunrise and Twilight programs also available. The maximum class size is 12 children.
The educators in the Sparrows’ Nest understand how important it is for children to feel secure and be part of a friendly and stimulating environment.
Our family centred care approach provides children of similar ages with opportunities to grow and learn together. We strive to replicate each child's individual home routine throughout their day and parents are encouraged to liaise with staff on a daily basis to optimise each child’s learning experience. We believe warm and open relationships are an essential part of creating a secure environment for the children.
Our curriculum is based on learning through play. Children are encouraged to explore a variety of developmentally appropriate experiences designed to enhance children’s learning.
The Pelican House program operates from 8.30 am to 3.30 pm with Sunrise and Twilight Programs also available. The maximum class size is 15 children. The Pelican House is not an Intake Year – No applications accepted for this year level.
The toddler program is designed to introduce children to a group situation where they have a variety of exciting experiences.
The emphasis is on learning through play. Children have the opportunity to practise language skills through play, music and interacting with their peers. We use a range of materials and resources to achieve our program goals and encourage children to explore and experiment while expressing their thoughts, feelings and ideas. Parent participation is encouraged and staff work in partnership with parents to optimise each child’s learning experience.
All children must be 3 years old before April 30 in the year of attendance.
The Garden Class operates from 8.30 am to 3.30 pm, with Sunrise and Twilight programs also available. The maximum class size is 20 children.
This specialised program for three year old children is sensitive to the enormous developmental changes that occur during this time.
We acknowledge a child’s need for exploration, experimentation and discovery, as their vocabulary and intellectual skills are rapidly expanding.
We believe that establishing a balance between their striving for independence and their need for continual reassurance is of the utmost importance.
We aim to provide children with the confidence and ability to make a smooth and positive transition to the next stage of their education.
All children must be 4 years old before April 30 in the year of attendance.
Ocean Class program operates from 8.30 am – 3.30 pm on Monday to Friday, with Sunrise and Twilight programs. The maximum class size is 22 children.
The Ocean Class program is designed to cater for each child’s needs and strengths in all areas of development,
with an emphasis on the development of confidence and self-esteem. whilst learning through play continues to underpin the curriculum, opportunities for extension and more structed learning emerges as children prepare for the next stage of their education.
All children must be 4 years old before April 30 in the year of attendance.
The Dolphin Class operates Monday to Thursday from 8.45 am to 3 pm, during school term only.
Sunrise and Twilight Programs are not available. The maximum class size is 22 children
The sessional kindergarten program caters for individual requirements across all areas of development and is designed to build confidence
and self-esteem in each child. Through embracing inquisitive learning and expanding on knowledge, skills and abilities,
Dolphin Class prepares children for the next stage in their education.