Welcome to Bilbies ELC & Kinder
Childcare & Kindergarten Keysborough
Early Learning Centre for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years
Discover the Bilbies difference.
Book a tour & see how our Montessori & EYLF approach programs work hand in hand to nurture confident, capable learners
The right environment for growing
About Bilbies ELC & Kinder
Bilbies is a family-owned childcare in keysborough providing high quality early learning for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. Our purpose built childcare centre and Montessori kindergarten in keysborough is led by both Montessori and VIT-registered Early Childhood Teachers, offering engaging enrichment programs, fresh chef prepared meals, and flexible long day care in Keysborough
Families choose Bilbies because we offer so much more than childcare. Our Keysborough early learning centre combines a strong commitment to child safety, Montessori education, individual learning plans for each child, enriching educational experiences, and a unique dual- teacher Kindergarten Program that blends Montessori learning with the play-based Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), helping children become confident, capable and school-ready.
Learn & Play together
Our Programs
Nursery
0 – Walking
"Follow the child"
We observe, respect and resond to each infant's individual needs and rythms.
Toddlers
Walking – 3 years old
"Help me to do it myself" Supporting independence, movement, and language development from walking to three years.
Kindergarten
3 years old - school aged
Enrichment
0 - 6 years old
School Readiness
3 years old - school aged
Our Approach
Montessori Curriculum
The Montessori Curriculum is a child-centred learning framework that supports children’s developmental needs, interests, and individual learning journey.
It encourages children to become independent, confident learners through hands-on exploration, autonomy, and purposeful learning experiences.
The curriculum is divided into five key areas: practical life, sensorial, mathematics, language, and culture. Children progress through carefully prepared learning experiences and materials that support their age, stage of development, and growing skills within a thoughtfully prepared environment.
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Purposeful learning that nurtures independence, focus, and confidence
Frequently asked questions
FAQ's
Yes. Most families enrolling at our childcare centre in Keysborough are eligible for the Australian Government's Child Care Subsidy (CCS), which can significantly reduce the cost of childcare in Keysborough. Our friendly team can help you understand your eligibility and support you through the enrolment process.
At Bilbies ELC & Kinder, we make life easier for families by including many everyday essentials in your childcare fees. Our childcare centre in Keysborough provides an all-inclusive experience with nappies, wipes, sunscreen, bed linen, nutritious meals prepared onsite, milk, educational programs and engaging learning experiences.
Families attending our long day care in Keysborough can enjoy the convenience of having these essentials provided,
Yes. At Bilbies ELC & Kinder, our onsite chef prepares fresh, nutritious meals daily for children attending our childcare centre in Keysborough. Children enjoy five meals throughout the day, including breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack. We offer halal, vegetarian, vegan options and cater for individual dietary requirements (e.g. nut, dairy, egg & gluten) options.
Families can feel confident knowing their child’s nutritional needs are supported throughout the day at our long day care in Keysborough.
We follow the SunSmart program year-round. Families provide a labelled sun hat, suitable clothing that covers the shoulders and a labelled water bottle. Sunscreen is provided and applied before outdoor play, and educators monitor daily UV levels to ensure children are protected.
We've made life easy by providing nappies, wipes, bedding, nutritious meals and sunscreen. All you'll need to pack is a labelled water bottle, a sun hat, a spare change of clothes
Yes. Bilbies ELC & Kinder offers a Victorian Government-approved funded Kindergarten program, delivered by VIT-registered Early Childhood Teachers within our long day care in Keysborough.
Our unique Kindergarten Program combines Montessori learning with Victorian Early Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF), delivered by both Montessori teachers and VIT-registered Early Childhood Teachers. Children can access funded Three-Year-Old Kindergarten, Four-Year-Old Kindergarten and Pre-Prep programs, providing a high-quality Kindergarten in Keysborough.
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