Welcome to Maribyrnong River Children's Centre

About us:

• Everyday in the heart of Maribyrnong our children play, talk, paint, run, share, experiment, negotiate, create, make friends and decisions.


• Maribyrnong River Children's Centre provides a caring, supportive and playful environment for children aged 3 months to 6 years.


• Our 60 place centre aims to provide excellent in childcare by offering children a healthy and stimulating environment, encouraging children to grow and develop their potential.


• Individual needs, family cultures, practices and a developed sense of community form the basis of our programs.

We believe:

• That children learn by doing


• The process of creativity is more important than the end product


• Each child's unique creativity should be encouraged


• Understanding the unique creativity should be encouraged


• Understanding the unique needs of each child and family


• Ensuring that environments are set up based on individual and group interests.


• Working in partnerships with parents to record observations of children exploring their environment and presenting findings in individual and room journals, including family contributions

We pride ourselves on our:

• Innovative and reflective educational programs, developed to foster independence and self esteem


• Warm, friendly and spacious surroundings


• Wonderful indoor/outdoor environments for children to play and learn


• Professional and highly trained staff


• Approved, extended hours 4 year old kindergarten program


• Multicultural awareness and programs


• Home cooked nutritional meals and snacks prepared on site


• Extended community involvement


• Environmental sustainability awareness

Parent involvement is encouraged.

The centre is licensed and monitored by the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development.

Quality assurance under the National Childcare Accreditation Council.

Not for profit community childcare centre.