Pelican Early Learning Cairnlea
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Pelican Early Learning Cairnlea

6:30 AM - 6:30 PM | Monday to Friday
282 Station Road, Cairnlea

Centre Highlights

Kindergarten Program

Secure Drop Off & Pick Up

Parent Communication App

Educational & Developmental Programs

Meals Prepared by In-House Chef

School Readiness Curriculum

Nappies & Wipes Supplied

Progress & Wellbeing Updates

Outdoor Playground

Transition to School Program

Local Primary School Connections

Family Collaboration

Local Community Excursions

Incursion Programs & Activities

Diversity Celebrated

About Pelican Early Learning Cairnlea

About Pelican Cairnlea Long Daycare and Kindergarten

Welcome to Pelican Cairnlea. We are conveniently located for families in or commuting through Cairnlea, Derrimut, Deer Park, Saint Albans, Albanvale, and Kings Park. Many of our Children go on to attend local schools such as Cairnlea Park Primary, supporting a smooth transition to school.

We offer nurturing care and quality early education for children from 6 weeks to 6 years, with flexible hours (9, 10, 11, and 12-hour sessions) to suit busy families.

Our Learning Environments

Our children benefit from familiar faces as they grow, creating a sense of continuity:

  • Nursery (0-2 years): A safe, nurturing environment for babies to explore with tailored sensory and social experiences.
  • Toddler (2-3 years): Play-based learning encourages curiosity, confidence, and social skills.
  • Kindergarten (3-6 years): A stimulating learning environment that prepares our children for school through our Enhanced Learning Program.

We’re proud to have qualified teachers and educators, supported by a team of national education experts, ensuring the highest quality childcare and early education.

Innovative Early Learning Programs

Our teachers deliver the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF or the national curriculum) through play-based learning that covers language, literacy, numeracy, STEM, social, and emotional development. Our program also includes:

  • Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR), an evidence-based program developed by Queensland University of Technology to support children’s executive function and self-regulation.
  • Environmental and social sustainability learning experiences.
  • Personalised learning plans for each child.
  • Local school connections.

We focus on strong family partnerships through regular learning and development conversations with your child’s lead educator, learning showcases, and in-centre family events. Our Xplor app provides real-time updates and learning summaries daily to keep you informed on your child’s journey.

Availability & Fees

Long Day Care

Nursery - 0 yrs to 2 yrs

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Fees

$181.60 /day

Toddler - 2 yrs to 3 yrs

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$181.60 /day

Kindergarten - 3 yrs to 6 yrs

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Fees

$181.60 /day

Fees for Pelican Early Learning Cairnlea may vary based childcare subsidy eligibility. You may be eligible to a rebate of up to 85% of your childcare fees.

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Reviews for Pelican Early Learning Cairnlea

5
christine thorleyover 2 years ago

The educators made me and my family feel very welcome and always informed me on my childrens day. Both my children were always happy and excited to go running down the hall way into their rooms. Couldn’t recommend them enough.

Response from the ownerover 2 years ago

Dear Christine, thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled that you loved your experience; our staff will definitely be happy to read what you wrote. We put customer experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. Kind regards, The Pelican Childcare Team.

Location of Pelican Early Learning Cairnlea

282 Station Road, Cairnlea

Cairnlea suburb information

Cairnlea is a suburb located in Victoria. There are approximately 15 child care centres in Cairnlea.

How much is child care in Cairnlea? On average, the cost of child care in Cairnlea is $158 per day. This breaks down to $158 per day for babies, $170 per day for toddlers and $157 per day for kindergarten.

Cairnlea sits just above the national NQS Rating & the average rating of centres is «Meeting NQS».

Average cost per day

Baby

0-12 Months

$158

Toddler

13-24 Months

$170

Kindergarten

2-3 Years

$157

National quality standard

Cairnlea
National Average
7%7%
Working towards
60%48%
Meeting
33%15%
Exceeding
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