Childcare Tarneit
Discover the warmth of Childcare Tarneit, our family-owned childcare centre and kindergarten, where Every Child Matters.
Family-owned childcare in Tarneit
Welcome to Child’s Play Tarneit, conveniently located at 642 Tarneit Rd. Child’s Play is proudly family-owned, led by parents and educators Sam and Ian Johnson.
Our philosophy is Every Child Matters, creating a safe, nurturing environment for children to feel supported and celebrate what makes them unique. Our play-based curriculum lets children explore their individual interests and creativity, fostering a curiosity and love for learning.
Book a TourAt our Tarneit childcare centre and kindergarten, you’ll find:
- 7 rooms separated by age group, designed to support routines and learning milestones for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years old
- 4 beautiful outdoor play spaces with sandpits, climbing equipment + much more
- A sensory room where children can spend quiet playtime
- Our community library, where children and families can donate a book or take one home
- Culturally diverse, multilingual staff
- A yummy, nutritious menu with no budget limits
- Special celebrations like NAIDOC Week, Diwali, Gurpurab, Book Week, and even Pyjama Day!
Does Child’s Play have a Kindergarten in Tarneit?
Our kindergarten program follows the Early Years Learning Framework, where we nurture all aspects of child development, from cognitive skills to creative expression.
Our educators facilitate a blend of structured learning and open-ended play, encouraging children to become confident individuals ready for big school!
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Indoor + outdoor spaces made for exploring
Every space and resource at our Tarneit childcare centre is designed to support key learning milestones in our seven curriculum areas.
Our indoor-outdoor policy means children can follow their curiosity and guide their own play. Our indoor rooms feature natural wooden home-style furniture and soft-colour palettes, while our outdoor areas let children explore, climb, and connect with nature.
Healthy menu, no budget limits!
At Child’s Play Tarneit, all meals prepared for children are created without budget restrictions, allowing us to focus on fresh, nutritious ingredients that children enjoy.
Our rotating seasonal menu features a variety of healthy favourites, including Thai beef noodle salad, crumbed fish with vegetables, veggie korma curry, as well as fresh fruit and homemade snacks.
With experienced in-house chefs leading the way, our meals prepared are shaped by feedback from children, parents, and caregivers, helping ensure every child can enjoy delicious food that supports their growth and wellbeing.
See our healthy Child’s Play menu Are the spaces at Child’s Play Tarneit designed for play-based learning?
At our early learning centre, we see children as capable, curious learners, drawing inspiration from the Reggio Emilia philosophy to create a meaningful learning experience every day. Our thoughtfully designed play spaces, often known as the “third teacher,” are filled with open-ended materials that encourage thinking, language, creativity, and confidence.
Our team works closely with each child to intentionally plan opportunities for learning and development across our seven curriculum areas:
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Creative Arts
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Science & Technology
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Child-Led Routine
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Foundations of Learning (early literacy and numeracy)
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Planning & Design
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Children Within Nature
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We Are The World (diversity and First Nations perspectives)
Through carefully arranged toys, resources, and environments, we help children build strong foundations in problem-solving, collaboration, independence, and school readiness. Best of all, every learning experience is designed to be so engaging and enjoyable that children are having fun while they learn.
Explore education at Child's PlayHow does Child’s Play Tarneit promote diversity and inclusion?
Our centres are proud to celebrate every child’s culture. Many of our educators are multilingual and come from diverse backgrounds themselves. They often communicate with children in their home languages and help families feel truly at home.
In instances where our educators can’t speak your child’s home language, we’ll learn key phrases and create visual supports, like flashcards, to help your child feel at ease.
We also celebrate cultural events, including NAIDOC Week, Diwali, Holi, Ramadan, and Eid. With a multicultural menu and activities that celebrate the different parts of the world, Child’s Play fosters a deep respect for diversity and a sense of belonging for each child.
Learn about how Child’s Play supports migrant families What families say about Child’s Play
Richard Wen
Tarneit
My son has been in Child's Play Tarneit for over a year. All the staff and receptionist are very friendly. The educators are patient and professional, who care my baby like their own. I would definitely recommend this childcare to others. Best of the Best!
Mohammad
Tarneit
We have had a great experience so far with Child’s Play Tarneit! Educators are fantastic, professional, and have great team coordination. They ensure both the parents and child remain in a comfortable position, specifically thankful to my younger son's room educators, they are all on step ahead when in need. They remember and act everything regularly, caring about my children's needs including serving food on time in need. We would highly recommend Child's Play Tarneit.
Reema
Tarneit
My daughter loves it there, and is very happy. She develops nurturing relationships with the kids. Lots of different activities happening, passionate and educated staff. It's a respectful and warm environment. Childs Play Tarneit services are very good and helpful. All the staff is friendly and helpful, always giving comfort to children especially when they are not happy and crying. Teaching new things always. All the teachers are very beautiful and supportive. Many thanks to all who look after my child, especially Jess and Raj and all others teachers also are very caring. Thank you for your support. 🙏
Selena Hukui
Tarneit
While attending my girls have made some amazing memories and great relationships. I would highly recommend this centre to everyone in the area.
Teek
Tarneit
We’ve had a fantastic experience at Child’s Play Tarneit! The educators are caring and dedicated, and our child has truly thrived. Special thanks to Indy, the amazing director, whose leadership and warmth create a welcoming and well-run centre. Highly recommend to any family looking for quality early learning!
Janessa Baumgartner
Tarneit
My daughter has been at Child’s Play for a year now. I can’t fault it one bit and I’m extremely happy. I love how the educators create a partnership between care and home. They create goals to work towards and involve families in this process. Child’s Play uses a very interactive app that gives daily information about toileting, food, sunscreen application and sleep. On top of this, they provide an update on what they did for the day and send photos, just what every parent wants to see when they leave their children. They went above and beyond with end of year presents and made orientation into new rooms a breeze.
Ishwinder Singh Bhatia
Tarneit
Best childcare in the area. From reception staff to educators everyone is very professional, greet us with a smile and shows genuine care n interest in our child.
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FAQs about childcare in Tarneit
Child’s Play Tarneit is open from 6:30am to 6:30pm from Monday to Friday. We’re open throughout the year, apart from public holidays.
Yes! New families are invited to attend orientation sessions where you can tour our Tarneit centre, meet our friendly staff, and learn about our daily routines and curriculum. We recommend at least two sessions, but you’re welcome to attend as many as you need to help your child settle in.
We follow the Australian Early Years Learning Framework with a play-based (Reggio Emilia) education approach. Our curriculum is designed to foster creativity, social skills, and a lifelong love of learning through fun, engaging and hands-on experiences.
Our educators are highly qualified in early childhood education and care. They hold accredited certifications and bring a wealth of experience to the centre, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for every child.
We take a child-led approach inspired by Reggio Emilia. We create engaging environments, then extend learning through our seven curriculum areas, supporting everything from language and creativity to early literacy, numeracy, and school readiness.
Location
Child's Play ELC Tarneit
642 Tarneit RdTarneit VIC 3029, Australia
