Tarneit Childcare & Kindergarten
Campus Overview
Only About Children Tarneit is an expansive centre that provides an abundance of space for your child to learn, grow and explore through every stage of childhood development. Our beautiful Tarneit childcare centre features a range of inspiring, custom-designed environments for children to explore; both our indoor and outdoor areas are aesthetically pleasing, with a focus on safety and development surrounded by age-appropriate natural and recycled materials. With eight age-specific indoor learning areas and two sizable outdoor playing yards equipped with sandpits, planter boxes, barrels, and shade sails, there’s plenty of opportunity and space for adventure and development. The children also love our pet Axolotl (also known as a Mexican Walking Fish) named Tofu.
Families at our Tarneit 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.
- 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.
- Our unparalleled Playground to Plate program, which encourages them to learn about food and nutrition through a hands-on experience in our unique sensory garden.
At Only About Children Tarneit, 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 Tarneit 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.
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Where to find us
Our purpose-built Tarneit Campus is located at 19-255 Turva Avenue, Tarneit. You can find us located next to Penrose Community Centre, where a maternal and child health nurse facility and regular council-run educational programs are held. We’re a convenient five-minute walk from Tarneit Gardens Shopping Centre, and a number of sports ovals, parks and playgrounds. Our local train station is close-by (only 2km away), providing easy access to public transport. Nearby schools include Tarneit P-9 College and Tarneit Rise Primary School. With 26 parking spaces on-site, families can enjoy a smooth drop-off and pick-up every visit. Our campus is a convenient choice for families living in Tarneit, Truganina and Hoppers Crossing who are looking for quality childcare close to home.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call today us on 138 622.
Tarneit Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Tarneit Nursery, our passionate educators focus on laying a foundation for enduring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Our Tarneit Nursery caters to the care and development needs of infants aged 6 weeks -2 years.
The Tarneit 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 Tarneit 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
Tarneit Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Tarneit 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 Tarneit 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
Tarneit Kindergarten (3-5 years)
Only About Children Tarneit 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 Tarneit 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.
Tarneit 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 Info
Tarneit Campus Educators


Michelle Carter
Campus Director
Michelle has been part of our Tarneit childcare family for the past 5.5 years. With over 19 years of experience in early childhood education, a Diploma in Community Services (specialising in Children’s Services) and a genuine passion for children’s education, Michelle’s well-travelled personality and profound understanding of the diverse needs of the local community give her the power to make a difference in the lives of families and children at Tarneit Childcare.
Michelle, along with our other incredible educators, constantly work towards creating a balanced, safe environment that equips children with the confidence and skills they need to thrive.
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
- 19-25 Turva Avenue, Tarneit VIC 3029


Meet our Campus Director
Michelle Carter
Michelle has been part of our Tarneit childcare family for the past 5.5 years. With over 19 years of experience in early childhood education, a Diploma in Community Services (specialising in Children’s Services) and a genuine passion for children’s education, Michelle’s well-travelled personality and profound understanding of the diverse needs of the local community give her the power to make a difference in the lives of families and children at Tarneit Childcare.
Michelle, along with our other incredible educators, constantly work towards creating a balanced, safe environment that equips children with the confidence and skills they need to thrive.
Michelle has been part of our Tarneit childcare family for the past 5.5 years. With over 19 years of experience in early childhood education, a Diploma in Community Services (specialising in Children’s Services) and a genuine passion for children’s education, Michelle’s well-travelled personality and profound understanding of the diverse needs of the local community give her the power to make a difference in the lives of families and children at Tarneit Childcare.
Michelle, along with our other incredible educators, constantly work towards creating a balanced, safe environment that equips children with the confidence and skills they need to thrive.
Here’s what our families have to say
My son goes in OAC Tarneit Creators room
Educators and all the staff are amazing,approachable and actively address your questions and concerns.They encourage children and give them opportunities to engage in activities to build up their confidence for healthy growing. The team is very dedicated and looks after every child with special care. My son is very happy to be part of this amazing family.
Bravo to all OAC team.
You all are doing wonderful job,keep growing!
The teachers are awesome. My children have been with me their wholes little lives, it wasn't easy transitioning them into kindy but the team here made it easier for me and my babies 😊. Thank you Kanwal, Richa and Pauline for caring for my baby girl, also the rest of the team looking after my son 🤗 appreciate you all 🥰🥰
But my fears were quickly allayed by the amazing educators at OAC. They are so passionate about what they do and they are incredibly welcoming and responsive to feedback.
I especially want to thank Kanwaljith, Darshna, Pauline, Indarjith, and the rest of the team for being so patient, sweet, and caring towards my baby boy.
I am so grateful to OAC for providing such a safe and nurturing environment for my son. I know he is in good hands and I can't recommend them highly enough.
Thank you!
The educators are really caring and I highly recommend.
Initially we started only with2 days and then we have to add more days ever week as she was happy and excited to go to Kindergarten in same way as she was coming home. As her days are planned and she really enjoying her daily activities. Special thanks to all the team (Tony,Manraj,Maria&Gracy) for helping us in shaping her early days before school.
My daughter goes in OAC Tarneit kindergarten Voyagers Room.
Educators - Tony,Manraj,Maria,Gracy they are amazing,approachable and actively address your questions and concerns.They encourage kids and give them opportunities to engage in activities to build up their confidence for healthy growing.
Bravo to all OAC team.
You all are doing wonderful job,keep growing.
All the educators in the various rooms work well together and the care is handed over seamlessly.
Parents' concerns are genuinely looked into and resolved.
No complaints about the food, educational and recreational activities either.
Thank you to Michelle, Claire from the hands-on management team and wonderful educators Maria, Tony, Gracie, Manraj, Aaron, Sukhwinder, Christie, Pooja, Pauline, Keisha, Shruthi just to name a few, for taking care of our little treasures.
Though she had her initial tough days of settling,the educators were kind enough to Work with her for a while to make her comfortable in the new environment.I would to thank all the educators for being with my child in her journey in OAC.She is what she is now due to all their efforts .I would take this opportunity to thank Kristie,Pooja,Kanwaljit,Nisha,Darshini,Aaron,Jinky,Zaib,Ashwini for all the hard work you have done . We as parents are completely satisfied with the learning,activities ,environment and food that OAC offers and would highly recommend to parents
Would highly recommend this centre any day.
My son is participating in the Kinder Program at the centre this year and I was concerned he might miss out on something not attending a council run kinder, but to my surprise they follow the same program as the council run centres and have a strong focus on school readiness.
A special thanks to Tony, Maria, Gracy, Aaron & Manraj for making his final year at the centre so enjoyable.
They have been so understanding and caring and we can’t recommend them enough. All the educators obviously have such a genuine love for what they do and it comes through in every part of this centre. We are so happy we found them and can’t thank them enough.
Thank you so much Tony, Maria, Manraj and for all your efforts and care for Kaveer.
Highly recommend 👌
The management has always been prompt in getting back with responses or queries that parents have.
Thank you all for all the hard workmand helping us raise our kids.
OAC has always answered my questions regarding my child in an appropriate way. I have always received an excellent from OAC Tarneit. My child is very happy there. I highly recommend OAC to parents who are looking for a best childcare in Tarneit.
They are very very supportive and caring like their own kids.
We are very thankful to have amazing educator specially @Shruti Dhameja and @ Sukhwinder Saini.
The minute you enter that gates everyone makes my kids feel loved and welcomed!
I couldn’t be any happier with the high standards of care, support and cleanness they have here.
The educators what can I say they are just beyond amazing!
Thank You 🙏
The care and curriculum of OAC invests in the resources required for children’s learning and the skilled educators balance the learning outcomes with children’s natural interests. Also, good relationship with friendly OAC educators helps extending our child’s learning experience even at home, knowing her interests. Management staff is good at handling our queries related to billing and other admin requests.
I recommend this childcare to whoever looking for their child’s overall growth and development.
Everyday I look forward to the activities they provide to kids and post on Storypark. All the activities help the kids to improve cognitively. They post daily routine as well that help the parents a lot.
Adventurers room has started Show and tell for kids and it’s really helping my daughter in becoming a confident talker.
OAC serves healthy food to kids and everyday we get to know what food kids are eating. I always look forward to the meal plan and all the yummy pictures.
OAC’s administrative staff is also friendly especially Emily.