Why Families Choose MyKidz

A Boutique, Homely Learning Environment


Our centre provides a calm and welcoming space, very different from larger, more overwhelming centres. This allows our educators to give each child attentive, personalised care.

Experienced, Qualified Educators

All of our educators are diploma-qualified with a Qualified Early Childhood Teacher in each room. Our longest-serving educator has been with us for over 15 years, and our average staff tenure is 6 years — providing the consistency of care that helps children settle, feel secure, and thrive.

Montessori-Inspired, Play-Based Learning


Our curriculum is open-ended and thoughtfully designed to support curiosity, problem-solving, and critical thinking through intentional teaching and meaningful play.

High-Quality Nutrition and Inclusive Care

We take food quality seriously and cater carefully to special dietary requirements. Our multicultural menu reflects our community, and families are invited to contribute feedback and ideas.

Our Philosophy

We believe every child deserves a happy, warm, and nurturing environment where they are encouraged to learn through discovery, creativity, imagination, and play.

We value each child as an individual and believe every child deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, and to be accepted and supported for who they are. 

Our Montessori-inspired, play-based learning curriculum provides open-ended learning experiences where children are encouraged to ask questions, solve problems, and develop critical thinking skills. Through intentional teaching that is deliberate, purposeful, and thoughtful, we create welcoming learning environments where children can reflect, grow, and enrich their sense of self and belonging.

Our Curriculum

Funded Kindergarten Program

The Council of Australian Governments endorsed the new Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF).

Childcare in Templestowe & Lower Templestowe

With our years of hands-on experience and in-depth level of training and education, the skilled and passionate team of childcare experts at MyKidz Early Learning are just who you want looking after your children. Thanks to our innovative and focused approach to toddler and baby day care at our local daycare centres, parents and guardians in Templestowe and Lower Templestowe can rely on our team to deliver lasting peace of mind. 

At MyKidz Early Learning we understand how important and precious children are. Our professional and attentive childcare practitioners deliver outstanding and supportive early development learning services in a safe and welcoming environment. To speak to a member of our team about childcare in Templestowe and Lower Templestowe feel free to call us today on 9857 8204.

Templestowe Kindergarten

If you are searching for a caring Templestowe kindergarten ‘near me’ then talk to the professional team at MyKidz Early Learning. Our funded kinder programmes offer parents and guardians an affordable option to ensure that their children have the very best start on their journey in lifelong learning. Through our learning programmes and guided play, children learn to develop the social skills and learning attitudes that will prepare them for school. 

Our programmes follow the Montessori philosophy of learning and development, providing an environment where children can pursue their natural curiosity about the world and desire to learn through purpose-filled activities.

The Montessori educational system is the result of many years of research and scientific observation and has been successfully adopted by over 22,000 schools around the world. Anthropologist, pedagogue and physician Dr. Maria Montessori developed a system which caters to children’s learning and development needs both at the specific stage of their life, and within a broader context of a lifelong attachment to learning and knowledge.

Areas We Serve

Donvale
Blackburn
Box Hill
Mitcham
Kew
Doncaster
Templestowe
Ringwood

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