Story House Early Learning Springvale South

Friendly staff, they are so creative and patient. I can see my son’s development day by day. Thank you. 

Van - parent 

I can truly say Story House Springvale South has exceeded my expectations. My daughter started there when she was 5 months old and we are so happy with how she is being cared for. The staff have such a genuine affection with the kids and are so welcoming. Definitely worth a look if you are considering childcare in the area. 

Nada - parent

All the educators have been nothing but caring, passionate and so nurturing with my daughter and it has been so amazing to see just how much she has learnt and all the new skills she has developed in the time she's been attending. 

Sari - parent

I recommend this centre to other parents, the carers are so committed and pay attention to my daughter. My daughter is always coming home with a new story to tell of what she has learnt! Nothing is ever too much trouble and everyone is willing to help to accommodate individual family needs. Very supportive. 

Kylie - parent

• Regular excursions 

• Music program

• Indoor sports program

Babies

The educators work closely with families to provide a safe, quality, family-centred learning environment where every child is respected and nurtured. The team continually develops their skills and explores new ways to enrich each child’s early learning experience.

Toddlers

Indoor and outdoor play based experiences are an integral part of the program. Educators plan a diverse range of experiences to create opportunities for each child in both structured and spontaneous play.

Pre-kindy

The centre’s programs are inspired by the wisdom and teachings of early childhood theorists and the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), and aim to develop children’s emotional, social and cognitive intelligence.

Kindergarten

The Kindergarten curriculum continues to emphasise play based learning, however offers additional intentional learning times where the focus is on literacy and numeracy, socialisation, self-regulation and independence.

At Story House, the educators believe that each child is on their own unique journey that shapes the person they are and who they will become. Just like chapters in a book, they understand that each child steps through their ‘story’ at their own pace and in their own time.

The team at Story House believes that learning is a lifelong journey and that early childhood education and care provides the foundation for learning for life. Children make sense of the world around them through the use of processes such as exploration, collaboration and problem solving across all aspects of the curriculum. They develop dispositions such as curiosity, persistence and creativity and use play to investigate, imagine and explore ideas, follow and extend their own interests.

The educators are key to supporting children on their journey and believe that relationships with families and community are essential for supporting children to be global citizens and helping them to reach their potential.

I am passionate about creating a home like environment for the children at the service whilst ensuring their individual needs are met.

What makes this an amazing service is the passionate team members all working alongside each other to provide an amazing learning environment for the children in our care.

Michelle Fereday, Service Manager, Story House Early Learning Springvale South

Story House Early Learning Springvale South understands that promoting children’s nutrition and health is an important aspect of providing a quality child care and early education service.  It is crucial that children are offered healthy, nutritious meals throughout the day and enjoy social, positive mealtime experiences and discussions as part of their overall growth, development and knowledge.

The centre’s menu is prepared by a professionally qualified centre cook in consultation with families, educators, the children and recognised authorities such as Nutrition Australia. The centre can accommodate individual dietary requirements due to family preferences, cultural background, allergies or food intolerances, by working closely and in consultation with families to make sure individual children’s needs are met. 

A positive attitude towards healthy eating is embedded into the curriculum and daily routines, for instance with their  interactive cooking classes; menu development; discussion of food choices; explaining the role of food and culture; educators modeling healthy eating; and making meal times a pleasant, social occasion.