Little Grasshoppers Early Learning Centre

Little Grasshoppers Early Learning Centre Family owned and operated Little Grasshoppers has been providing high quality care and education to infants and children for over 35 years. Day Care

With 5 locations across the Mornington Peninsula our childcare caters to children from 6 weeks to school age.

Celebrating Our Dads & Father Figures 💙This week, we came together to celebrate Father’s Day and recognise the wonderful...
04/09/2026

Celebrating Our Dads & Father Figures 💙

This week, we came together to celebrate Father’s Day and recognise the wonderful dads, grandads and special father figures in our children’s lives.

We had such a wonderful time welcoming our families and creating special moments together, while giving our children the opportunity to show just how much these important people mean to them.

Father’s Day is a beautiful reminder to celebrate the time, care, support, guidance and encouragement our dads and father figures give every day.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make our Father’s Day celebrations so special. 💙

Today, on Early Childhood Educators’ Day, we are celebrating the incredible educators, leaders and support teams who mak...
02/09/2026

Today, on Early Childhood Educators’ Day, we are celebrating the incredible educators, leaders and support teams who make Little Grasshoppers what it is. 💛

For 35 years, our family owned and operated business has had the privilege of caring for and educating children across the Mornington Peninsula.

So much has changed over those years, but one thing has remained constant: the extraordinary people who choose a career dedicated to helping children learn, grow and thrive.

Our educators are there for the big milestones and the tiny moments in between.

They are the reassuring voice, the encouragement behind a new achievement, the storyteller, the problem solver, the silly dancer, the hand to hold and the familiar face that helps a child feel safe, secure and confident.

They celebrate first words, new friendships, discoveries, growing independence and the moment a child who was once nervous to walk through the door comes running in ready for their day.

Much of what our educators do happens quietly and without recognition, but the impact they have on children and families can last a lifetime.

For 35 years, families have trusted Little Grasshoppers with what is most precious to them, and that trust is built every day by the wonderful people within our centres.

To every educator, leader and team member across Little Grasshoppers, thank you for your patience, creativity, resilience, kindness and care.

We are incredibly proud of the Little Grasshoppers team and the part each of them has played in our 35 year story.

Happy Early Childhood Educators’ Day. 🌱

The future starts with you. 💛

SPRING IS ON THE MENU AT LITTLE GRASSHOPPERS PARWAN CRESCENT 🌸A new season means fresh flavours, colourful produce and p...
01/09/2026

SPRING IS ON THE MENU AT LITTLE GRASSHOPPERS PARWAN CRESCENT 🌸

A new season means fresh flavours, colourful produce and plenty of opportunities for our children to discover something new at mealtimes.

Our Spring Menu is home cooked at the centre each day, using fresh seasonal produce and recipes created for children to enjoy together.

This season, our children will explore a wonderful variety of flavours and cuisines from around the world, including:

🥕 Fresh fruit and vegetables throughout the day
🌽 Chilean Pastel de Chocolo with beef and corn
🥔 French Chicken Fricassee with mashed potato and steamed vegetables
🍝 Vegetarian Amatriciana Pasta
🍛 Chicken Biryani and Beef Red Curry
🐟 Brazilian inspired seafood stew
🥙 Spanish braised pork with pita and salad
🍜 Chicken Chow Mein with coconut milk and noodles
🍔 Build Your Own Beef Burgers with fresh salad ingredients
🍓 Fruit, yoghurt, hummus, veggie sticks and other fresh snacks

We think mealtimes are about so much more than simply eating. They are a chance for children to sit together, try new foods, discover different flavours and textures, make choices and experience cuisines they may not have tried before.

Here’s to a fresh and delicious Spring at Little Grasshoppers Parwan Crescent

Celebrating Book Week at Little Grasshoppers! ✨📚Our Little Grasshoppers have been having a wonderful time celebrating Bo...
26/08/2026

Celebrating Book Week at Little Grasshoppers! ✨📚

Our Little Grasshoppers have been having a wonderful time celebrating Book Week, bringing stories, characters and imaginations to life across our centres.

From dressing up as favourite book characters to sharing special stories, creative activities and group reading, Book Week is a fantastic opportunity to inspire curiosity and encourage a lifelong enjoyment of books and learning.

Through storytelling, children build language and communication skills, explore new ideas and use their imaginations to discover whole new worlds.

A big thank you to our wonderful educators for creating such fun and engaging Book Week experiences, and to all our families who helped bring the magic to life with some incredible costumes! 🌟

🌟 Early Childhood Educators’ Day is coming up! 🌟On Wednesday, 2 September 2026, we will celebrate Early Childhood Educat...
23/08/2026

🌟 Early Childhood Educators’ Day is coming up! 🌟

On Wednesday, 2 September 2026, we will celebrate Early Childhood Educators’ Day, a national day dedicated to recognising the incredible educators who support, guide, teach and care for children every day.

This year’s theme is “The Future Starts With Us!” 💚

At Little Grasshoppers, we are incredibly proud of our educators and the important role they play in helping our children learn, grow, build confidence and feel a strong sense of belonging.

In the lead up to Early Childhood Educators’ Day, we would like to invite our families and children to help us say thank you.

Sometimes the smallest message can mean so much. 💚

We can’t wait to celebrate the wonderful people who help shape bright futures every single day.

🔬 Science Week at Little Grasshoppers 🔬This week, our Little Grasshoppers have been having a wonderful time celebrating ...
19/08/2026

🔬 Science Week at Little Grasshoppers 🔬

This week, our Little Grasshoppers have been having a wonderful time celebrating Science Week, with exciting experiments, hands on exploration and plenty of curious questions along the way! 🌟

Science and discovery are an important part of our Bright Minds Program, with STEM learning woven into our educational experiences throughout the year.

Through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, our Bright Minds STEM program encourages children to experiment, investigate, problem solve and explore how the world around them works, all while nurturing their natural curiosity and creativity.

Science Week has been a wonderful opportunity to bring even more of these experiences to life, with our little scientists learning through doing, discovering and, most importantly, having lots of fun! 🧫🔍

Bright Minds, curious thinkers and big discoveries start here. 💡

💙 SAVE THE DATE: FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS 💙We are looking forward to celebrating the wonderful dads, grandfathers and s...
17/08/2026

💙 SAVE THE DATE: FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS 💙

We are looking forward to celebrating the wonderful dads, grandfathers and special people in our Little Grasshoppers community.

Each centre will be hosting its own Father’s Day celebration, with more information coming soon.

Please keep an eye out for details from your centre and save the date for a special celebration togethe

August is the perfect time to plan for 2027! Future you will thankyou for planning head and getting on the waitlistThink...
14/08/2026

August is the perfect time to plan for 2027! Future you will thankyou for planning head and getting on the waitlist

Thinking about childcare or Kinder next year? Now is a great time to explore your options, visit our centres and advise your preferred days.

It’s free to join our waitlist. Simply let us know your preferred start date and days and our Enrolments Team can help you plan ahead.

For over 35 years, Little Grasshoppers has proudly cared for Mornington Peninsula families as the region’s longest standing local childcare provider.

We are a family owned local business with a genuine understanding of our community. Our centres are only located on the Mornington Peninsula and are built on trust, safety, communication and integrity.

Come and see what makes Little Grasshoppers different.

🌱 Book your tour online at littlegrasshoppers.com.au
📞 Or call 5978 0808 and select line 7

Plan ahead for 2027 and book your tour today.

DID YOU KNOW?Tucked away in a quiet little side street is Little Grasshoppers Parwan Crescent, the original Little Grass...
11/08/2026

DID YOU KNOW?

Tucked away in a quiet little side street is Little Grasshoppers Parwan Crescent, the original Little Grasshoppers centre, established in Mornington in 1991.

You will find us just down the road from St Macartan’s Primary School and around the corner from Bunnings Mornington. We are also conveniently close to Mornington Secondary College, Mornington Park Primary School, Padua College, local parks and reserves, and only a short drive from Main Street Mornington.

Parwan Crescent is our smallest centre, offering a boutique childcare and kindergarten experience for just 41 children. Set within a converted home, it feels warm, familiar and welcoming from the moment you arrive.

It is an ideal choice for families looking for:

🌿 A smaller and more personal centre
🌿 A calm environment that feels like home
🌿 Experienced educators who know every child
🌿 Fresh meals prepared by our onsite cook
🌿 A funded Kindergarten program led by qualified teachers
🌿 A whimsical outdoor space for learning and exploration

Come and discover the original Little Grasshoppers and meet Jodi and our wonderful Parwan Crescent team.

📍 15 Parwan Crescent, Mornington
📞 Please give our Enrolments Team a call on 5978 0808 and select line 7.

“My child eats so well at childcare… trying things they would never try at home?”We hear this from parents all the time....
10/08/2026

“My child eats so well at childcare… trying things they would never try at home?”

We hear this from parents all the time.

One of the wonderful things about eating together at Little Grasshoppers is that mealtimes are about so much more than food.

When children sit around the table with their friends, they watch each other taste new flavours, try different ingredients and enjoy meals together. Seeing a friend happily take a bite can often give another child the confidence to try something new too.

And while they eat, they talk.

They tell stories about their day, laugh together, listen to each other and build friendships around the table. Those little everyday moments help friendships grow beyond the playground, over a warm, comforting meal shared together.

This week, we’re sharing one of our recipes for you to try at home:

🥘 Red Beef & Vegetable Curry with Rice

Packed with beef, pumpkin, carrot, zucchini, capsicum and spinach in a mild coconut curry, it’s a lovely way to introduce plenty of vegetables and new flavours in a familiar, family friendly meal.

Why not make it for dinner, sit down together and see what happens when everyone is trying the same thing?

Sometimes a new favourite starts with simply watching someone else take the first bite. 💚

Address

1/475 Moorooduc Highway
Mornington, VIC

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 6pm

Telephone

+61359780808

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