0-2 yo rooms were really good for us and the educators (many of whom have left) were mostly great. One missing factor of an 'excellent' daycare was the lack of community there - they didn't have morning teas or invite any of the parents in to celebrate events. As soon as my child was moved to the 3+ yo rooms (at 2yo), chaos reigned. At pick up educators weren't aware of what happened through the day (and there were too many children to the amount of educators, they need more staff at that hour) and my son would be missing his shoes and socks every evening. Throughout the day he was often left to his own devices without being included in group activities - we saw this on the app where photos were taken and he was sitting in the corner by himself, and the last straw for us was when my son went all day without having his nappy changed. The staff ratios seemed off for children who were 2 and up - far more children than 1:11. We were really disappointed in the decline in care and were given an unsatisfactory explanation by new management, so we left abruptly.

Best centre in Geelong region in my experience. Well maintained, staffed place with ease of access and support to children at all times.

Imagination Garden is such a nice environment. I was so stressed at the prospect of my baby going to daycare but she loves it. The staff are so lovely, kind and warm. It’s a really lovely centre.

We transitioned from a daycare that consistently got my daughters name wrong, and gave her other kids bottles on more than one occasion.. It was the best decision to move to Imagination! Always welcomed hello, the educators are all very engaging and proud to share everything your kid has done that day. The food is also a thousand times better than anything I can cook. Would definitely recommend.

Do yourself and your children a favour and do not enrol. Staff are treated unfairly and bullied. There is no respect for anyone shown by the management team and the staff turnover is out of control. Children do not have continuity of care at this centre as staff frequently change due to the bullying. Staff are yelled at in from of kids and undermined. This place needs investigation.

My daughter (1 year old ) has attended since March 2024. Cannot rate the centre highly enough . Very welcoming and great communication. My daughter has transitioned well and I put it down to the staff and centre as a whole. I have had friends and family with children come to this centre from others and are amazed at the difference. They wish they had sent their children here sooner.

Manager Matthew appears to enjoy verbally abusing staff members in earshot of the children as well as parents and caregivers as they attend the centre to pick up their children. A recent 25minute tirade was his most recent egregious performance. This centre does not have a welcoming vibe, it is poorly located near the ring road and is a nightmare to navigate at school pick up time. Not sure where the other manager Sue was, probably cowering in her office, glad that someone else was at the receiving end of Matthew's verbal abuse for once.

A very supportive and caring environment.

Matthew and his staff have an excellent attitude and my kids just loved being there.