At Learning Ladder Early Learning Centre we endeavour to meet all the possible needs of the children in our care. We aim to achieve this by providing a caring, safe, supportive, warm, happy and stimulating learning environment in our state-of-the-art child care centre. Our vision is to be a centre where children, their families and educators flourish where children are central to everything. Our centre lay the foundation for a lifetime of joyful exploration and meaningful contributions to the world.
Learning Ladder values the partnership between families and staff. We value and pride ourselves on our partnership with families. We believe families are children’s first teachers and therefore we embrace parents, guardians and family involvement within our service. Participation by parents, guardians and families conveys a positive impression to children and allows them to feel supported and promotes a sense of belonging. We believe in offering an open-door policy in which families are welcome to visit the service when it is convenient for them. Our balanced curriculum, of a holistic and Reggio Emilia approach offered a prepared environment which is ideal for learning and activates curiosity, practical life, language, mathematical skills, curiosity and freedom of choice. We View Early Education as an aid and a preparation for life whilst advocating for a child led program and focusing on holistic development of a child. We believe a child’s learning should be supported and encouraged through positive interactions and discussions with the child’s family on a regular basis. With this in mind, our service will commit to the Australian Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).
We aim to reflect diversity throughout our Centre, as well as in our programming. We have a positive and proactive approach to learn about and celebrate our rich cultural heritage. We strongly believe that early childhood education is the foundation of a child’s future. We believe that all children should be treated with equality, and their cultural diversity embraced and acknowledged. Importantly, we ensure children understand they have a voice and a say in their own education and care.
We have a family-centered approach in the delivery of services and our methods are informed by research, legislation and the collective skills and experience of our staff. We are a child safe organisation and have zero tolerance for child abuse. Implementing the Child Safe Standards, we work at every level to create culturally safe environments and protect children from abuse and harm. We also strive to perform in all areas of what we do in order to continue to be recognised as one of Melbourne’s best child care centres.
Our commitment: – Learning Ladder is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of every child. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and take all allegations and safety concerns seriously.We work to ensure that all children— including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and children with disabilities— feel safe, respected, and secure in our care.
Our practices follow the Victorian Child Safe Standards and the National Quality Standard, embedding child safety in everything we do. We:
Promote children’s rights to be heard, participate, and feel empowered.Maintain rigorous recruitment, training, and supervision of all staff and volunteers.Create culturally safe environments that value and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, and identities.
Protect privacy and wellbeing by permitting only centre-owned devices for documentation and communication, ensuring technology supports learning while safeguarding confidentiality.
Through ongoing reflection, family partnerships, and community engagement, Learning Ladder fosters a culture where every child feels safe, valued, and supported to thrive
At Learning Ladder we are committed to building an culturally inclusive community and in the process, create a shared culture where everyone feels safe, included, respected and valued. Children are encouraged to be empathetic and caring.
Our qualified on-site cooks & chefs prepare delicious and nutritious meals that will have you wondering, “Why doesn’t my child eat that at home?” Our group meal times encourage children to try new foods and develop healthy habits.
Children, families and staff in our Centres will develop cultural competence and in the process, create a shared culture where everyone feels safe, included, respected and valued. Our environments and learning experiences aspire to create positive and trustful relationships, courage, resilience, empowerment and well-being. Children are encouraged to be empathetic and caring.
Whether your child is six weeks or six years old, our Teachers and Educators are always observing – working to understand your child’s individual traits, likes and motivations. This means they’re better able to find what lights up each child’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
Learning through play is one of the most important ways children learn and develop. Active play using large and small muscles such as climbing, running, ball games, digging, jumping, and dancing. This supports children’s overall health and sense of wellbeing, physical growth
Learning Ladder has developed a holistic kindergarten curriculum aimed at further developing literacy, numeracy and social skills and preparing your child to start primary school. Interest-based learning places children at the helm of their early education experience. Play-based opportunities to further develop social skills and emotional development.
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(Opening Early 2026)
104-106 Albert Street.
Preston. VIC 3072
1800 954 563
preston@learningladderelc.com.au
