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Families eligible for the Child Care Subsidy can now access a minimum of 3 days per week of subsidised early learning and care. It’s the perfect time to discover a place where your child can learn, grow and belong.
Come and experience how we support your child’s individual learning journey.
Childcare and kindergarten in Epping, VIC
Welcome to First Grammar Epping. Our daycare and early learning centre is ideally located for families in Epping, Lalor, Thomastown, Mill Park and Wollert in Melbourne. First Grammar Epping offers long day care and a kindergarten program for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, with extended hours to suit busy families.
Our purpose-built childcare and kindergarten centre in Epping features thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor spaces, including sensory-rich materials, mud kitchens, vegetable gardens, and quiet zones that inspire exploration and connection with nature. Our passionate, long-standing educators and teachers, many with over 10 years at the centre, provides consistency, strong community ties, and deep expertise. Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, we offer a child-led, play-based curriculum supported by Individual Learning Plans tailored to each child’s needs.
We offer flexible options like casual care and nutritious dinners twice a week. Children enjoy engaging programs such as cooking, science, community exploration, yoga, and mindfulness. We also offer Little Sports Heroes and Mini Monstars programs fortnightly to enrich children’s learning experiences through fun and active play. We connect with the wider community through visits from an aged care home and a rotating mobile library partnership, building a strong sense of belonging for every child and family.
Why you’ll love First Grammar Epping
Spacious outdoor environments
Passionate, qualified educators
Nappies and wipes provided
Chef-prepared meals
Government-approved Kindergarten program
Family communication app
Individual learning plans
Inclusion support
Incursions/excursions
Sports program
Music and dance
Allergy and anaphylaxis aware
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Victorian Government-approved Kindergarten program
At First Grammar Epping early learning centre, our kindergarten program supports the whole child, helping 3 and 4-year-olds build the confidence, independence, and skills needed for a smooth transition to school. We focus on more than just early literacy and numeracy. Our play-based program nurtures social-emotional development, resilience, communication, and a love of learning. Children are supported to manage routines independently, work collaboratively with others, and express themselves clearly and confidently. Our centre has a close relationship with Epping Views Primary School, with regular transition visits and collaborative activities to help children feel confident and prepared for school.
Eligible children can access the Victorian Government-approved Kindergarten program at no cost, with 15 funded hours per week for 40 weeks, delivered by a Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teacher.
Benefits of our kindergarten program include:
- Extended long day care hours
- Open year-round (excluding public holidays)
- Delivered by our qualified Early Childhood Teachers
- Music and movement programs to support self-regulation
Healthy eating made easy for families
Thanks to the in-house chef at our Epping child care centre, your child can enjoy healthy, delicious meals made fresh each day. We offer a rotating seasonal menu that includes breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack. Our meals are thoughtfully planned to meet a wide range of dietary needs and cultural preferences, including vegetarian, halal, dairy-free, and allergy-aware options. We also offer family-friendly extras such as take-home dinners on select evenings and coffee catch-ups to help build community connections. It’s all part of our commitment to supporting children’s wellbeing and making life easier for busy families.
Inclusive support for every child
At our Epping child care centre, we recognise that every child learns differently, and we tailor our program to reflect each child’s unique interests, strengths, and stage of development. Educators use intentional teaching and a combination of small-group and one-on-one experiences to support diverse learning styles and help children progress at their own pace. Learning goals are informed by regular observations, family input, and developmental milestones, and are documented through portfolios and digital updates to keep families involved. We embed cultural responsiveness into our curriculum, ensuring that each child’s identity and background are acknowledged and celebrated.
We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where all children feel seen, safe, and valued. For children with additional needs, we collaborate with families and allied health professionals to develop individualised learning plans and implement targeted strategies that enable every child to participate fully. Our environments are flexible and adaptive, providing the right level of support while encouraging independence. For children learning English as an additional language, we use visual aids, gestures, and consistent routines to build understanding and confidence. We also honour each child’s cultural heritage by incorporating their home language and traditions into the curriculum, fostering a strong sense of belonging.
Fees
The Child Care Subsidy can reduce your daily out-of-pocket fee by up to 95% depending on your family’s entitlements.
Nursery
0 – 2 years
$188.15/day
Toddler
2 – 4 years
$188.15/day
Kindergarten
4 – 5 years
$180.55/day
Child Care Subsidy Estimator
Discover how much child care subsidy you may be entitled to by entering the fields below.
2026 3-Day Guarantee
From 5th January 2026, based on the information you have entered, here's an estimate of your CCS entitlements and your out-of-pocket costs.
Total Fees
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Estimated CCS Fee Subsidy
$0.00
Kindergarten/Preschool Subsidy
$0.00
Out of Pocket Cost (what you pay)
$0.00
Matrix Out of Pocket Cost
Is your CCS working for you? Check the out-of-pocket cost matrix per child against session lengths and weekly days below. Please note: The table in the matrix only shows out-of-pocket costs after CCS (Child Care Subsidy).
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*Kindergarten/preschool subsidy applied: $0.00
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Frequently asked questions
A centre tour is a convenient way to experience the childcare centre of your choice and meet with our qualified educators at a time that is suitable for your family’s schedule. Click here to book a tour online.
On the day of the tour, you can observe practices and interactions within the centre environment. You’ll be able to see all the rooms and playgrounds, ask the team members any questions you have in mind, and get all the information you need to make the best decision for your child.
Enrolling is simple, and our Family Support Team will guide you through each step.
First, find your local centre and book a tour so you can meet the team and explore the learning environment. If the centre is the right fit and a place is available, you’ll receive an enrolment offer for your child. If a place is not currently available in your child’s age group, we can add your child to the waitlist and keep you updated.
To finalise your enrolment, you’ll complete an online enrolment form through a secure link sent by our Family Support Team. You’ll also need to provide key details and documents, including your child’s birth certificate, Medicare details, immunisation history statement and, if eligible, your Child Care Subsidy details.
Before your child’s first day, you may be invited to attend a Stay and Play session. This gives your child time to explore the centre, meet their educators, and start feeling comfortable in their new environment. Once your paperwork is complete, your child is ready to start their early learning journey with us.
Starting child care is a big milestone, and a little preparation can help your child feel more comfortable and confident.
Before your child’s first day, you can talk positively about their new centre, explain what their day might look like, and practise small routines such as packing their bag, saying goodbye, washing hands and sitting down for meals. You may also like to visit the centre with your child, meet their educators and ask our team about what to bring on the first day.
When your child starts, our educators will take the time to get to know your child’s routine, interests, comfort items and individual needs. Settling in looks different for every child, so we work closely with families to help children feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
Most of our child care and early education centres offer nappies and wipes, sunscreen and hats, as well as nutritious meals prepared by our in-house cook. Some centres also provide sheets and formula, so you may not need to remember to pack them.
For nursery children, be sure to bring: nappy rash cream, dummies, bottles and teats, comfort toys or blankets, three spare outfits and spare socks.
For toddlers and preschool or kindergarten-aged children, it’s best to bring: spare underwear, water bottle or sippy cup, sun hat, closed-toe shoes, two spare outfits and spare socks.
Plus, anything else your individual child may need, such as breast milk, a sleeping bag, a comforter or medication.
It’s best to speak to your centre of choice for a full list of everything included.
First Grammar uses Xplor Home as our family communication app. It is the best and easiest way to keep track of your child’s day.
After you enrol your child with the centre, you can utilise Xplor Home to book child care days, manage your account, receive the photographs that capture your child’s learning, learn about your child’s progress, as well as keep up-to-date with upcoming centre events and important information.
If your child shows signs of an infectious illness when they arrive at the centre or becomes sick during the day, you may be notified that you need to make alternative arrangements or pick up your child from the centre and keep them home until they are no longer infectious. While we understand that this can be inconvenient, First Grammar is committed to maintaining a healthy environment and reducing the risk of infection for all children.
Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS), families are allowed 42 absence days per child, per financial year. These can be taken for any reason, including public holidays and when children are sick, without requiring families to provide documentation.
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We look forward to welcoming your family.