If you’re not familiar with Child’s Play ELC, our family-owned centres offer affordable, high-quality childcare, and we’re proud to expand our services in Melbourne’s western suburbs with our Truganina centre, located at Level 1/101/203 Palmers Rd, Truganina VIC 3029.
With long day care and government-subsidised kindergarten programs, our affordable rates at Child’s Play Truganina include premium-quality childcare, brand-new resources in our recently renovated centre, a nutritious menu prepared by our talented chefs, and much more! And no nasty surprises at invoice time.
Book a tour to see what makes our Truganina centre different.
Reduce your fees with childcare subsidies
To help give you a clear idea, here’s a general guide to daily fees before subsidies.
| Session Hour | Times | Grace Period | Cost per Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full time rate (10 hours) | 07:30- 17.30 | 1 hour either side | $155.00 |
| 12 Hrs | 06:30 -18:30 | n/a | $155.00 |
Most families are eligible for government support that significantly lowers childcare fees. Here’s how it works.
The 3-day childcare subsidy
As of January 2026, eligible families receive at least 3 days per week (72 hours per fortnight) of subsidised childcare, regardless of work or study hours.
Most families earning under $533,280 qualify, and it’s applied automatically if you already receive the Child Care Subsidy.
Find out more about the 3-Day Guarantee subsidy.
Free Kinder initiative for 3 and 4-year-olds
If your child is enrolled in our Truganina kindergarten program, you’ll save even more with Free Kinder:
- 3-year-old kinder: Save between $700 and $2,101 per year
- 4-year-old kinder: Save $2,101 per year
And yes, the subsidies stack! The 3-day childcare subsidy applies first, then Free Kinder reduces your fees further. It all happens automatically on your invoice.
Our Truganina team can walk you through eligibility and make sure you’re accessing every cent you’re entitled to.
What’s included in your fee at Child’s Play Truganina
We include the everyday essentials in our fees because we believe quality childcare shouldn’t come with a side of surprise invoices.
A healthy, delicious menu with no budget limits
No need to bring a lunchbox!
Our in-house chefs prepare breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack every day using fresh ingredients. We follow a rotating seasonal menu, so meals stay interesting and nutritious.
Dietary requirements? We’ve got you covered. Just let us know what your child needs, and we’ll make it work.
Water, milk, and fruit are always available for children to serve themselves (with help from our educators if they need it).
See what we serve on our seasonal menu.
All the essentials: nappies, sunscreen + more
At Child’s Play Truganina, we provide all the most essential items. We just ask that you bring a bag or backpack and a water bottle for your child. We’ll provide a locker to keep their special things safe.
Inclusive care and special celebrations
Truganina is one of Melbourne’s most diverse and vibrant communities, and our centre reflects that. Our educators come from multicultural backgrounds and speak multiple languages, helping children and families feel genuinely at home.
We celebrate the cultures represented in our centre through food, stories, and special events like Diwali, Holi, Ramadan, and NAIDOC Week.
Learn more about how Child’s Play supports migrant families.
Long day care – more learning, more flexibility
Unlike sessional childcare that runs for a few hours, we operate long day care at each of our centres. That means your child gets up to 37.5 hours per week with qualified educators and kindergarten teachers
What this means for your child: Extended time to build friendships, explore interests, and develop confidence in a supportive environment. They get the same government-approved curriculum as sessional childcare and kinder, just with more time to learn and grow!
What this means for your family: Flexible hours (6:30am–6:30pm) that fit real working schedules. Parents are less likely to need to juggle separate kinder and childcare drop-offs.
Our rooms and outdoor areas, designed for little learners
Child’s Play Truganina is thoughtfully set up to support your child’s development at every stage.
You’ll find:
- Age-separated rooms for babies, toddlers, and kindergarteners (6 weeks to 6 years), designed around routines and milestones that suit each age group
- Two beautiful outdoor terraces with bike tracks, climbing equipment, veggie gardens, sandpits, and more
- A peaceful library room where children of all ages can sit quietly with a book
- A family room where you can spend time while your child settles in during their orientation sessions
Everything flows naturally between indoor and outdoor spaces, giving children the freedom to follow their curiosity throughout the day.
Where to find Child’s Play Truganina
You’ll find Child’s Play ELC in the heart of Truganina, at Level 1, 101/203 Palmers Rd. We’re right on the corner of the big intersection at Leakes Rd and Palmers Rd. Lots of parking with easy access straight off the main road.
Come and see it for yourself
The best way to understand what Child’s Play Truganina offers is to visit. Meet our educators, explore our terraces and learning spaces, see children engaged and happy, and ask us anything about fees, subsidies, and what your family can expect.
We’re open Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 6:30pm, and we’d love to show you around.
Families choose us not just because we’re affordable, but because we deliver quality care, genuine inclusions, and a community where Every Child Matters.
Book a tour at Child’s Play Truganina.
FAQs
Is Child’s Play Truganina affordable?
Yes. We offer competitive rates with genuine inclusions like meals, nappies, and sunscreen. Government subsidies (3-Day Guarantee and Free Kinder) further reduce out-of-pocket costs for eligible families.
What’s included in your childcare fees at Child’s Play Truganina?
Healthy meals (breakfast through to late snack), nappies, sunscreen, cultural celebrations, and special activities like yoga. No surprise add-ons.
Does Child’s Play ELC offer kindergarten in Truganina?
Yes. We offer government-approved 3 and 4-year-old kindergarten programs led by qualified teachers, with families saving up to $2,101 per year through Free Kinder.
What are Child’s Play Truganina’s operating hours?
We’re open 6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday.
What ages does Child’s Play Truganina care for?
We care for children from 6 weeks to 6 years old across age-separated rooms designed for babies, toddlers, and kindergarteners.
What makes Child’s Play Truganina different?
We offer affordable long day care and kindergarten with real inclusions, experienced educators, and beautiful indoor-outdoor spaces designed for learning through play.
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