Located within the Galada Community Centre in Epping, Galada Kindergarten offers welcoming 3-year-old and 4-year-old kindergarten programs for more than 230 children each week. Guided by the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, our play-based program encourages confidence, independence and hands-on learning, with children actively involved in daily experiences including cooking, gardening and setting up their learning environment.
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Children build confidence, independence and social skills through play, hands-on learning and meaningful experiences. Our engaging indoor and outdoor environments encourage exploration, with open-ended activities, natural play spaces and a veggie garden that inspires curiosity, sustainability and connection with others.
We value strong partnerships with families, because when families and educators work together, children thrive. Through Storypark (our family portal), regular educator conversations, newsletters, and centre updates, we keep you informed and connected, ensuring every family feels valued and truly part of their child's journey with us.
We help children take their best step into school through School ReadY, our specialised literacy program, that builds early language skills. Plus partnerships with local primary schools and a range of community programs, we provide a holistic, wrap-around approach that ensures children, and their families, feel confident, connected, and ready for the journey ahead.
Our 3-year-old kindergarten program is delivered across two welcoming learning rooms, each accommodating up to 33 children with an educator-to-child ratio of 1:11. Through play-based learning, children build confidence, independence and a strong foundation for future learning.
Our 4-year-old kindergarten program is offered across three spacious learning rooms, each with a capacity of 33 children and an educator-to-child ratio of 1:11. The program supports school readiness by fostering curiosity, resilience and a love of learning in a nurturing environment.
Our centre has 3 large 33-place rooms helping us create different play and learning areas. Each room has recycled, natural and other materials. They also have large windows providing plenty of natural light that creates a calm environment for children.
Galada kindergarten has a stimulating outdoor space with mud patch, sandpit and bike track. Our covered outdoor play space protects the children throughout the year.
Our Chinese-Mandarin Program at Galada Kindergarten introduces children to Mandarin language and Chinese culture through fun, play-based learning experiences. Through songs, stories, games, creative activities and everyday conversations, children build confidence with new words and phrases while developing an appreciation for language, culture and diversity.
Our School Readiness Program supports children in their 4-year-old kindergarten year to feel confident and prepared for their transition to school. Through engaging, play-based learning, children build important skills in communication, early literacy and numeracy, independence, problem-solving, social connections and emotional wellbeing.
Our Early Years Engagement Support (EYES) Program provides additional support for children who may benefit from extra guidance with their learning, development and wellbeing. Working alongside families and educators, our EYES team helps identify individual needs, provides practical strategies and connects families with relevant services to support each child to thrive.
Our School ReadY Program combines play-based learning with intentional teaching to help children build the skills and confidence they need for a positive start to school. Designed for children attending 3 and 4-year-old kindergarten, the program supports key areas of development, including literacy and language, social skills and emotional wellbeing.
Hi, I'm Renata, Centre Director at Galada Kindergarten. Since beginning my early childhood career in 2006, I've held a range of education and leadership roles, and have proudly been part of YMCA since 2017. I'm passionate about supporting children's growth through strong partnerships with families, educators and the wider community, creating a welcoming environment where every child can thrive.
Enrolling is simple, fill out our online Application Form and our friendly team will be in touch to confirm your child's place and walk you through the next steps. Alternatively, if you have further questions, please complete our Contact Us form.
Elhadi Almahadi, Galada Kindergarten Parent
Our Kindergarten is an approved provider of a Victorian Government funded kindergarten program. It means we deliver a play-based learning program led by a qualified early childhood teacher.
Families seeking 3 and 4 year old kindergarten can apply directly through the City of Whittlesea website, visit their site to get started with your enrolment today.