Brunswick West Childcare & Kindergarten
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Campus Overview
Only About Children Brunswick West childcare is a light-filled, warm and welcoming centre, with a range of exciting, resource-rich environments. With three dedicated outdoor play areas, two age-based and the third a shared space for all, children have plenty of space for creativity, exploration, and self-lead play.
Children at our Brunswick West campus enjoy –
- Passionate educators and allied health specialists who are focused on creating a learning space where families and children can learn and grow together.
- With three dedicated outdoor play areas, two age-based and the third a shared space for all, children have plenty of space for creativity, exploration, and self-lead play. Children can enjoy our bike track, worm farm and our wonderful vegetable garden!
- A leading nutrition, health and wellbeing offering which includes a Dietitian designed seasonal menu and fresh meals prepared daily in-house by our campus cooks
- All-inclusive offering including our daily app diary updates, nappies, formula, bedding, sunscreen and more.
- Regular participation in a ‘Bush Kinder’ program and excursions and community activities are based around the children’s interests and learning.
At Only About Children Brunswick West, we offer More Than Childcare. Our unique approach to early years learning goes beyond education to encompass the health, social development and wellbeing of every child in our care. We call it The OAC Way.
Our innovative play-based Grow Curriculum gives Nursery, Toddler and Kindergarten children the best opportunity to develop their growing minds during their early years. It includes:
- Left Brain Logic – Literacy & Language, Exploration & STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering & Math) and Sustainability
- Right Brain Creativity – Music, Dramatic Play and Art
- Health and Wellbeing – Physical Activity and Nutrition
- Social Development – Trust, Respect & Relationship and Resilience & Mindfulness
Our Grow curriculum is delivered via intentional teaching in dynamic small group learning environments where children’s successes, skills and challenges are monitored on an ongoing basis.
OAC Flexi (occasional care) is available at our Brunswick West Campus. This option is for families wishing to utilise occasional or back up childcare at short notice. OAC Flexi is available in 2 sessions, full day or part day and is available for children aged 12 weeks – 5 years old.
Where to find us
Our two-level, purpose-built Campus is located 484 Victoria Street, Brunswick West, with the 35 tram stop a five-minute walk and local bus stops right out the front of our building. With parking available families can plan a simple and safe drop off and pick up every visit.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call us today on 138 622.
Brunswick West Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Brunswick West Nursery, our passionate educators focus on laying a foundation for enduring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Our Brunswick West Nursery caters to the care and development needs of infants aged 6 weeks -2 years.
The Brunswick West Nursery focuses on safe sleep practices developed by qualified Family Health Nurses and Consultants. Our nursery is a safe and stimulating environment that encourages your child to explore and play and implements both structure and a nurturing environment with our exceptional caregiving and play routines.
Our Brunswick West Nursery Program includes:
- Age 6 weeks -2 years appropriate indoor/outdoor learning environments.
- Sleeping rooms with a focus on positive sleep practices.
- Dietitian designed baby menus with all meals and snacks included.
- Baby essentials such as nappies, cots, linen, and sunscreen.
- Balanced structured and unstructured play-based learning – Grow curriculum
For more information, download the Only About Children Nursery Room Guide
Brunswick West Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Brunswick West campus is focused on giving your child a calm and welcoming environment that balances play, exploration, and learning. Our Toddler rooms are led by passionate educators who create play-based learning activities designed to provide toddler-aged children with nurturing experiences that encourage growth and development.
Our Toddler rooms are safe, supportive spaces that facilitate creative exploration. Each space is expertly designed to encourage younger children to explore, solve problems, create, construct and interact with peers.
Our Brunswick West Toddler program includes:
- Age 2-3 years of appropriate learning and playing environments.
- Balanced structured and unstructured play-based learning – Grow curriculum
- Small group learning activities.
- Dietitian designed menus with all meals and snacks included.
- Calm sleeping and resting rooms.
For more information, download the Only About Children Toddler Room Guide
Brunswick West Kindergarten (3-5 years)
Only About Children Brunswick West Kindergarten is focused on creating quality experiences that place your child in the best position to begin school. Our nurturing kindergarten educators give special emphasis on building school-ready skills, such as Literacy & Language, Exploration & STEM (Science, Tech, Engineering & Math), Sustainability, Music, Dramatic Play and Art. We aim to make your child’s transition to school as smooth as possible by providing balanced, small group learning activities that build independence and resilience along with academic skills.
Our team of highly-skilled educators and health specialists work together to create an integrated journey that enhances your child’s learning and development. Individual learning plans are created to empower each child with skills that will help them reach their full academic and social potential.
We use the Kinder Tick at Only About Children Brunswick West because we’re an approved provider of a Victorian Government funded kindergarten program. That means our service delivers a play-based learning program, led by a qualified early childhood teacher.
Brunswick West Kindergarten program
- Provides an innovative curriculum focused on left brain logic and right brain creativity
- Includes both structured and unstructured play-based learning that considers the child’s individual interests and development
- Provides an ‘Individual Learning and Development Plan’ for every child with 6 monthly check-ins with families
- A learning focus from 9am to 3pm to prepare children for typical school hours and routine whilst providing the flexibility of long hours for social development and play
- Is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS) for childcare.
- Includes Health and Social Development support in preparation for school, including complementary Vision Screening
For more information, download the Only About Children Kindergarten Room Guide
Helpful Information
Brunswick West Campus Educators
Brooke Dutton
Campus Director
As the Campus Director at Brunswick West, Brooke Dutton brings 28 years of experience and an Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Education. She loves building close connections with families, watching children grow from nursery to kinder, and encouraging family involvement on campus. Brooke believes in creating a warm, community-driven environment where children can explore and learn through play. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, spending time with her family in Port Arlington, and going to concerts.
Brooke Dutton
Campus Director
As the Campus Director at Brunswick West, Brooke Dutton brings 28 years of experience and an Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Education. She loves building close connections with families, watching children grow from nursery to kinder, and encouraging family involvement on campus. Brooke believes in creating a warm, community-driven environment where children can explore and learn through play. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, spending time with her family in Port Arlington, and going to concerts.
As the Campus Director at Brunswick West, Brooke Dutton brings 28 years of experience and an Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Education. She loves building close connections with families, watching children grow from nursery to kinder, and encouraging family involvement on campus. Brooke believes in creating a warm, community-driven environment where children can explore and learn through play. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, spending time with her family in Port Arlington, and going to concerts.
Childcare Subsidy
For more information, visit our Childcare Subsidy Information (CCS)
Our Learning Spaces
Contact Us
- Open hours: Mon-Fri 6:30am – 6:30pm
- Phone: 138 622
- 484 Victoria Street, Brunswick West VIC 3055
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Meet our Campus Director
Brooke Dutton
As the Campus Director at Brunswick West, Brooke Dutton brings 28 years of experience and an Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Education. She loves building close connections with families, watching children grow from nursery to kinder, and encouraging family involvement on campus. Brooke believes in creating a warm, community-driven environment where children can explore and learn through play. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, spending time with her family in Port Arlington, and going to concerts.
As the Campus Director at Brunswick West, Brooke Dutton brings 28 years of experience and an Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Education. She loves building close connections with families, watching children grow from nursery to kinder, and encouraging family involvement on campus. Brooke believes in creating a warm, community-driven environment where children can explore and learn through play. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, spending time with her family in Port Arlington, and going to concerts.
Brooke Dutton
Campus Director
As the Campus Director at Brunswick West, Brooke Dutton brings 28 years of experience and an Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Education. She loves building close connections with families, watching children grow from nursery to kinder, and encouraging family involvement on campus. Brooke believes in creating a warm, community-driven environment where children can explore and learn through play. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, spending time with her family in Port Arlington, and going to concerts.
Here’s what our families have to say
Elissa McMillan 1721611701
Zoi Palmer-Verevis 1721285851
Paul Italiano 1721221592
Ella Morse 1721199224
rachel clune 1721173683
Morgan Kennedy 1721117639
Carly Butler 1721079072
Bruno-Tomé Family 1720743107
Ahmet Nazif Sati 1720741459
Kathryn todesco 1720740690
Bronte Eather 1720679219
Jacqueline DiBlasi 1720675992
Holly Caven 1720675598
Ben Watts 1720662752
Cameron Leeson 1720607581
Donald Sahlstrom 1720598423
Mary Holmes 1720597594
Ashtyn Tomasini 1720597210
Renee Shepherd 1720595244
Sevgi Sati 1720594915
Stuart Ginn 1720593426
kate lynch 1720591434
Grace 1720587845
Andre Hillas 1720488933
Hannah Bissett 1720163487
Tim Evans 1720133560
ben max 1720075314
Kristy King 1713162417
Kelly Jean 1710381232
Janelle Hansen 1684276317
Lauren Mcgettigan 1683022806
