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Jindi Kindergarten and Extended Care

Jindi Kindergarten and Extended Care

48 Breadalbane Avenue, Mernda, VIC, 3754 view map
Verified
5.0
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Top Rated Centre

(03) 9125 4942

Care Type:

Long Day Care

Hours:

6:30am to 6:30pm

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48 Breadalbane Avenue, Mernda, VIC, 3754

5.0

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Read our 18 Reviews

Jindi is an amazing kindergarten with nurturing and dedicated educators. Since starting here, my son has shown incredible development in his confidence, independence, and learning. It’s a safe, supportive environment and we are so grateful for the care and guidance they provide. He loves coming here!

- Tayla Anne

About Jindi Kindergarten and Extended Care

Jindi Kindergarten and Extended Care

A thriving partnership for enriching care

In collaboration with the Brotherhood of St Laurence and the City of Whittlesea, Jindi Kindergarten offers holistic programs for children and flexible care options for families. With a focus on play-based learning in engaging settings, skilled educators help children build robust cognitive, social, and emotional skills, ensuring they're ready for school and life.

  • Three state-of-the-art kindergarten rooms

  • Wonderful outdoor space with natural play structures mature trees, and gardens

  • Kindergarten program led by university-qualified early childhood teachers

  • Focus on parental involvement in the early learning experience

  • Catering to diverse community needs with flexible care and services

  • Convenient location on Breadalbane Avenue with a bus stop and car parking at hand

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Services Provided by Jindi Kindergarten and Extended Care

State Government Approved Programs

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Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Kindergarten/Preschool Programs

Our high-quality, play based preschool curriculum is delivered by Bachelor qualified Early Childhood Teachers. Our teachers tailor their programs to ensure all children develop the confidence and social and emotional skills needed for a smooth transition to school. Through play, our Early Childhood Teachers facilitate children’s learning of important language, literacy, numeracy and creative skills.

Benefits of Goodstart Kindergarten/Preschool programs:

  • Our programs are planned and led by qualified and experienced Early Childhood Teachers, in accordance with the Early Years Learning Framework
  • Our programs have the tick of approval, meaning they meet (and exceed) Government guidelines around learning in the year before school
  • Strong connections with local schools support our extensive transition to school programs
  • We offer greater flexibility and convenience for busy families with longer opening hours, five days a week, 52 weeks of the year.
  • We offer 9-hour, 10-hour and all-day sessions.
  • Nutritious meals are provided throughout the day, so there’s no need to pack lunch boxes.
Curriculum and programs

Curriculum and programs

The educators at Goodstart Early Learning follow an evidence-based curriculum that aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework. Informed by world-leading research, practices and techniques, the curriculum encourages the children’s natural curiosity and engages them in their learning journey.

As the children move through the different rooms in the centre, the curriculum evolves with them. The educators set goals for the children and celebrate as they reach their milestones. At every stage, the educators are tailoring the curriculum and goals to each child’s individual needs.

The curriculum involves different types of learning experiences and styles. From child-led learning to sessions guided by educators, the children participate in small and large group sessions as well as individual play. Most importantly, the children learn through play, developing social skills, confidence and independence in addition to more formal academic skills.

Parent communication and involvement

Parent communication and involvement

Goodstart Early Learning uses the StoryPark app to connect with parents throughout the day. The educators upload photos and stories to the secure app, which parents can access anytime and anywhere to track their child’s progress. 

The approach at the centre is very much based around partnership between families and educators. The educators work with the parents and carers to build strong relationships. They develop trust so the children can feel safe and secure while at the centre. Parents are also encouraged to share their insights and feedback with educators to add depth to the relationship.

The educators observe the children every day and tailor the program around their observations. They share these with parents, so they can feel connected to their child’s progress and also provide feedback that will further enhance their child’s learning experience. 

Meet the team

Meet the team

Goodstart Early Learning employs qualified and skilled educators who are dedicated to making a difference to the children in their care. The centre employs people who are empathetic and compassionate, with a nurturing disposition and a passion for care. Working collaboratively as a team, the educators display qualities such as positivity, kindness and, most importantly, a desire to help every child thrive.

The educators hold relevant qualifications, including the Kindergarten and Preschool Program teachers who are university qualified. The educators are lifelong learners, participating in regular and ongoing professional development to enhance their skills. They are encouraged to upskill, learning about the latest research and thinking in the sector. They can then bring this knowledge back to the centre to share with their colleagues for the benefit of the children.

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$103 /day

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Jindi Kindergarten and Extended Care Reviews (18)

5.0

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anonymous

Jan, 2026

Overall kindergarten and staff are very good and caring, however manager Nicole comes off and rude to her staff who look distressed by workload put on them. Kindergarten is very clean and supportive children.

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Tayla Anne

Dec, 2025

Jindi is an amazing kindergarten with nurturing and dedicated educators. Since starting here, my son has shown incredible development in his confidence, independence, and learning. It’s a safe, supportive environment and we are so grateful for the care and guidance they provide. He loves coming here!

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Charlotte Corrigan

Dec, 2025

As an early childhood education student I was welcomed and nurtured from the entire staff. I never felt like I shouldn’t be there, everyone was so incredibly helpful and supportive of my learning journey. I have learnt so much from my time across all three rooms. Seeing the dedication and just how much love and effort all the educators put into caring and educating the children at the service has been so inspiring. It’s lead by the amazing Nicole who makes sure the team works well together, and the passion for early childhood education is truely infectious. I absolutely ADORE Jindi, all its educators, and the children. I have had such an amazing placement over the past 6 months

Response from the owner 15 Dec 2025

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review, Charlotte. We are delighted to hear how welcomed and supported you felt during your placement and how valuable the experience was for your learning journey. Our team takes great pride in mentoring future educators and creating a collaborative, nurturing environment for both children and adults. It means so much to know you felt inspired by the dedication, care, and passion shared across the centre. We truly appreciate your kind words and wish you all the very best in your early childhood career.

How Jindi Kindergarten and Extended Care Compares

with Mernda, 3754

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Price

Jindi Kindergarten and Extended Care

$103

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$137

NQS

The National Quality Standard is an industry benchmark defined by the government.

Jindi Kindergarten and Extended Care

Exceeding

Suburb Average

Meeting

NQS Rating Breakdown

Overall

Exceeding

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Educational Program and Practice Exceeding
Children's Health and Safety Meeting
Physical environment Meeting
Staffing Arrangements Exceeding
Relationships with children Exceeding
Collaborative partnerships with families and communities Exceeding
Governance and leadership Exceeding

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