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4 Weeks Free Childcare*! *T&C's apply. 🪁
We are a long daycare centre in Mernda, offering quality early education and day care to babies from 6 weeks old to Kindergarten children.
2026 enrolments now open!
31/12/2025
Our centre will be closed today, Thursday the 1st of January for the New Years Day Public Holiday.
We look forward to seeing you all when we reopen as per our usual trading hours on Friday the 2nd of January.
We hope our families enjoy a safe and joyful new years celebration.
24/12/2025
Our centre will be closed today, Thursday the 25th of December and tomorrow, Friday the 26th of December for the Christmas and Boxing Day Public Holidays.
We look forward to seeing you all when we reopen as per our usual trading hours on Monday the 29th of December.
We hope our families have a safe and lovely long weekend.
24/12/2025
We’re doing things differently in 2026 to bring our communities closer together! 🪁
Swipe through to read all about it and make sure you are following us on socials to stay up to date. 👇
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/childrenfirstearlyeducation
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/children_first_early_education/
05/12/2025
The summer Holidays are right around the corner! 😎 ⛱️
We are so excited to announce that we will be hosting a Vacation Care Program for school-aged children during the upcoming summer holidays. Our summer program is filled with activities all ages will enjoy!
See the full activities list on our website: https://children-first.com.au/mernda-childcare/
Give us a call on 1300 001 154 to enquire for our Vacation Program today! Casual bookings also available. 🍉 🍍 🍓
Your Child’s Safety is Our Top Priority.
At Children First Early Education Mernda, we understand that nothing matters more than your child’s security.
That’s why we have strict safety policies and procedures in place to give parents peace of mind, including:

✅ Comprehensive CCTV Surveillance, with cameras operating throughout our centre

✅ Secure sign-in and sign-out Kiosks

✅ Security-coded door-entry and child safety locked gates.

✅ Ongoing verification and audits of Working with Children Checks

✅ Large supervision windows for clear visibility across learning spaces

✅ Mandatory Child Protection and Child Safe Standards training for all team members during induction and renewed annually

✅ Team-based supervision, where Educators work in pairs wherever possible

✅ Open, visible play spaces with no hidden nooks
When your child is with us, they’re in safe hands every moment of the day.
Are you looking for a quality childcare and kindergarten for your little one? Children First Mernda is accepting new enrolments 2026.
Book a tour of our amazing centre today at👇
https://children-first.com.au/book-a-tour-mernda/
07/11/2025
A Day in the Life with 3a. ✨
Each day across our centres is full of learning, curiosity, and connection! Using the Abecedarian Approach Australia (3a), we weave all four core areas -conversational reading, language games, learning through play, and responsive interactions—into the daily learning curriculums.
From morning greetings to mealtimes, play sessions, and group activities, every moment becomes an opportunity to support your child’s language, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
07/11/2025
✨ Enrolments for 2026 are NOW OPEN! ✨
Give your child the gift of a nurturing, inspiring early learning environment at Children First. From hands-on learning to a home-like atmosphere and long day care hours, we’re here to help every child thrive.
Spaces are limited – read our latest blog to find out more about Children First and see if it’s the right fit for your family!
Read it here: https://children-first.com.au/enrolments-for-2026-are-now-open-at-children-first-early-education/
07/11/2025
Did you know children develop both fine and gross motor skills through everyday play? 🧠
🖍 Fine motor skills involve small movements such as holding pencils, threading beads, or buttoning clothes.
🏃♂️ Gross motor skills use large muscle groups by running, jumping, climbing, and balancing!
At our centre, we create fun opportunities for both, helping children build strength, coordination, and confidence every day.
03/11/2025
Our centre will be closed today, Tuesday the 4th of November, for the Melbourne Cup public Holiday.
We look forward to seeing you all when we reopen as per our usual trading hours on Wednesday the 5th of November.
We hope our families have a safe and happy Public Holiday.
🌟Enrol Now for 2026! 🌟
Secure your child’s place at Children First Mernda and give them the best start to their learning journey!
We provide a transformative early childhood education experience rooted in the evidence-based Abecedarian Approach Australia (3a). 📚
Limited spots available – don’t miss out!
Book a tour today and be part of our family in 2026. https://children-first.com.au/book-a-tour-mernda/
02/11/2025
As your baby begins discovering the world, safety is key. To help you prepare for the next stage of baby proofing, we have compiled a practical list to help protect your little one while still encouraging curiosity and independence.
From securing cabinets to creating safe play spaces, these strategies give parents peace of mind and babies room to explore.
01/11/2025
💡 3A Myth Buster!
Myth: ‘3A takes extra time out of an already busy day.’
Fact: 3A fits seamlessly into everyday routines — from mealtimes and nappy changes to outdoor play — without needing extra activities.
It’s all about turning everyday moments into meaningful learning opportunities, helping children develop language, social, and cognitive skills naturally.
| Monday | 6:30am - 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30am - 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30am - 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 6:30am - 6:30pm |
| Friday | 6:30am - 6:30pm |
