I honestly cannot recommend this daycare centre enough. As a parent, there is nothing more important than knowing your child is safe, loved and genuinely cared for and this centre has become like a second family to us. A very special thank you to Chetna, who holds such a special place in our hearts. The bond she has with my son is something so beautiful and rare. He literally calls her “Mumma” and absolutely adores her. That alone speaks volumes about the love, patience and care she gives every single day. Knowing my child feels that safe, comforted and connected to someone gives me so much peace as a parent. Chetna, thank you for loving and caring for him like your own, we will never forget the impact you’ve had on his little life. I also want to acknowledge the incredible educators; Gunvir, Abhishek, Christine and Nandini who all bring something so special to the centre. Their kindness, dedication and genuine care for the children never go unnoticed. You can truly see the passion they have for helping children grow, learn and feel supported. And a huge thank you to Natalia, the centre director, for the amazing work she does. It takes someone truly dedicated to create such a warm, welcoming and nurturing environment, and it is reflected in the incredible team she leads. Thank you all for creating a place where children feel safe, happy, loved and excited to learn. We are beyond grateful for everything you do and the difference you make in our children’s lives every single day 💛

Couldn't be happier with our experience at this daycare centre. The staff are caring, supportive and genuinely loving, and so it's reassuring knowing my child is happy, safe and well looked after. Highly recommend!

We are very grateful to the YMCA Mernda team for the care and support they gave our daughter, Rose. The educators created a warm, safe, and nurturing environment where she grew in confidence and independence. A big thank you to Natalia and the entire team for their professionalism and genuine dedication. We truly appreciate everything you’ve done and highly recommend YMCA Mernda to other families.

After a swift move to the area, I had to find the best childcare/kinder. YMCA Mernda stood out from the many I had interviewed with. The team have been amazing and very supportive especially through a time of loss. Management are warm, approachable, informative and very understanding. I cannot thank the team enough for preparing my daughter for prep this year. Highly recommend this center.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I honestly couldn’t be happier with Mernda YMCA. The care, support and dedication they show every single day truly goes above and beyond. My children feel safe, supported and genuinely happy here, which means everything as a parent. The centre director deserves a special mention, their leadership, kindness and commitment to both the children and families is incredible and it shows throughout the whole centre. You can really feel how much they care, and it makes such a difference. We are so grateful to be part of this community and highly recommend Mernda YMCA to any family looking for a nurturing, trustworthy daycare.

I moved my 3- and 4-year-old boys to YMCA last year, and it was the best decision I made. I was very hesitant at first after they had spent three years at the other centre, but I’m so glad we made the change. The integrated kinder program is excellent and really encourages children to be independent and confident. My older son is starting school this year, and after completing 4-year-old kinder here, he is more than ready. Shruti and Nandini are so lovely, always approachable and happy to provide updates throughout the day. Natalia, the Centre Manager, is also wonderful and always available for a chat. Highly recommend this centre to any family.

We had a wonderful time training the educators at Mernda YMCA Early Learning Centre in the HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an Education and Care Setting and CPR courses. Their enthusiasm for learning and commitment to child safety were outstanding. It’s a caring and compliant team we’re proud to support year after year.

It's been 3 years with Mernda YMCA and my daughter loves coming here. She's learned a lot academically and socially. She has gained friends and loves the educators. I have peace of mind knowing that she is in a safe environment especially under Natalia's management. Highly recommend this centre.

Natalia and her team consistently provide an exceptional level of care and professionalism and we couldn’t be happier with the care and love our daughter receives here. The environment they have created is warm, engaging, and supportive for both children and families. Today's Father’s Day celebration (photo attached) was a wonderful example of their dedication, which was thoughtfully planned, well executed, and deeply appreciated by all parents. We are very impressed with the high standards maintained and grateful for the effort the team puts in every single day. Highly recommend!

My child really enjoys attending the centre. They offer lots of fun and meaningful activities on the daily basis. The approach they take is culturally inclusive and it promotes safe and beautiful community feelings. My child loves the big outdoor area too where he can explore open-play. The staffs and educators are so lovely too. You can tell they genuinely care. Communication is great and I love reading group updates as well as individualised updates.