Childcare & Kindergarten Clyde North
Start with High Quality Education. Start with Mayfield Childcare in Clyde North!
Greetings from Mayfield Early Education Clyde North! At our centre, we believe that children are incredibly capable, competent, and resilient individuals. We champion their right to feel empowered, to have their voices heard, and to actively participate in decisions that impact their lives.
Our pride and joy lie in creating a dynamic and holistic environment where children are encouraged to be the architects of their own learning journeys. We support children and embrace various approaches, including peer scaffolding, teacher-initiated learning, and the importance of interdependence.
In our nurturing setting, children learn and grow, fostering their independence and self-confidence. At Mayfield Early Learning Centre Clyde North, we're dedicated to empowering your child to reach their full potential while providing a safe, inclusive, and loving space where they can thrive.
Welcome to our Clyde North Centre, where we're committed to celebrating each child's unique strengths and supporting them on their incredible journey of self-discovery and growth.
Age Groups
Safari
6 weeks - 18 months
Our Safari Room educators aim to provide a loving and caring environment where all children and families feel safe and supported. While ensuring all children's needs are met, they provide a stimulating program where babies learn and grow through play in their early years.
Aspen
18 months - 2 years
Our Aspen children begin to build independence skills and creativity through imaginative play, engagement with friends, and more established routines. Educators provide a welcoming environment that nurtures children's individual needs and wellbeing while running a stimulating program that supports your child’s development.
Windmill
2 - 2.5 years
As your child enters a new stage of development, our Windmill Room educators cater to their social, emotional, and physical wellbeing by providing a program based on your child’s interests and abilities. We believe children can reach all developmental goals with the right support and encouragement.
Glacier
2.5 - 3 years
Our Glacier Room recognises the importance of preparing children for the next stage in their learning journey by providing meaningful and enriching learning environments. Our staff hold high expectations for your child’s learning, believing all children are competent and capable individuals who can overcome challenges and reach new heights to prepare them for 3-year-old Kinder.
Meadow
3 - 4 years
With the assistance of our Bachelor-Qualified Early Childhood Teacher, our Meadow Room provides a funded three-year-old Kindergarten Program. Our emergent curriculum supports children in developing social and emotional skills to engage with and collaborate with others. It encourages language development and communication skills and invites children to express creativity, confidence, and curiosity.
Sunset
4 - 5 years
Our Kindergarten Program empowers children to make decisions about their learning and matters that affect them. We believe that for children to learn best, they need to gain confidence and independence through discovery, experimentation, and connection with others and the world around them. Our curriculum focuses on the importance of preparing children for schooling in an environment that aims to strengthen their identity and sense of wellbeing.
Inclusions
- XPLOR Playground
- Child Care / Long Day Centre
- Allergy Aware
- Sun Safe Aware
- Nutritionally-balanced meals provided
- Nappies Supplied
- Regular Incursions & Excursions
- Music Programs
- Food Programs
- Sports Programs
- On-site Car Parking
- Experienced, degree-qualified teachers
- Kindergarten Program
- Cultural Education and Celebrations
All inclusions are subject to availability and are provided at the discretion of the centre director.
Fees
- Nursey$149
- Toddler$149
- Pre-Kinder$149
- Kinder$149
For more information on how fees are charged, please contact the centre. To see how this would effect your CCS, use our estimator.
Always time to play and learn.
Meet Sandra
Hi there, My name is Sandra, and I am the Centre Manager at Clyde North. I have been an early childhood educator in the childcare industry for 30 years. I have an Advanced Diploma in Community Management and a Diploma of Community Service (Childcare) and have worked in varying settings such as the council, community-based, and corporations. I truly believe it takes a village to raise a child and believe in the profound importance of family, educators, and the Clyde North community in young children's lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve covered most of the essentials for your child’s day, but we ask that you pack and label a few personal items, like spare clothes, a water bottle, and any comfort items like toys and dummies. If your child needs a sleeping bag or milk supplies (bottles, formula, or breast milk), don’t forget to pack those as well!
We offer orientation sessions for families to come and have a short play with us before your child’s first day. These sessions, typically held close to the start date, are a great way to ease into our nurturing environment. It allows you, your child, and our educators to get familiar with each other, build strong relationships, ask questions, and share important details. Once enrolment is confirmed, we’ll organise a free, two-hour session. Talking about the visit at home is also a great way to get your child excited about all the fun experiences ahead!
Stay positive! Make drop-off a happy moment by helping your child settle in for a few minutes. Mornings can be hectic, but finding an activity they enjoy and saying a cheerful goodbye can set a smooth tone for their day. There will always be a warm, caring educator ready to assist. And if you want an update after you’ve left, feel free to call our qualified educators!
The educator-to-child ratio varies based on age and location; we always meet or exceed this ratio. - From 0 to 24 months, the ratio is 1:4 in all states and territories. - From 24 to 36 months, the ratio is 1:4 in VIC. - Over 36 months, the ratio is 1:11 in QLD, SA, and VIC. You can find out more about it on the ACECQA website.
It’s essential to take the time to choose a centre where you feel confident that your child will be safe, happy, and well cared for. Look for a place that offers a nurturing learning environment where experienced educators provide guidance and role models to help children grow into independent, capable individuals with important life skills. Also, don’t forget to consider practical factors like location, cost, and what’s included to find the best fit for your family.
At our preschool and kindergarten in Clyde North, we strive to meet or exceed the National Quality Standards and regulatory requirements for early childhood services. We regularly update our policies and procedures so that children, families, and educators are clear on their roles in keeping everyone safe, happy, and protected. As a parent or guardian, you can learn more by visiting www.mayfield.com.au/policies. This page is password-protected; once enrolled, you can get the password from your Centre Manager.
Eligibility for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) in Victoria is based on several key factors, including your household income, your child’s age, the type of approved childcare service, and your family’s involvement in work, study, or volunteering. Both Australian citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply for the CCS.
The Child Care Subsidy (CCS) can provide up to 100 hours of early childhood education or childcare every fortnight. Your eligibility for these hours is based on your family’s participation in work, study, volunteering, or other approved activities. The more time you dedicate to these, the more subsidised hours of childcare you can access.
We provide nutritious meals, including morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea, all prepared fresh on-site. Plus, we take food allergies and dietary requirements very seriously. Our kitchen team and educators work closely with families to ensure that all meals meet specific needs. We have strict procedures in place to manage allergies and prevent cross-contamination.
We use a secure digital platform to share updates, photos, and learning stories with parents. We also offer regular parent-educator meetings to discuss your child’s development.
Yes, we provide support for children with additional needs. Our educators work closely with families and external professionals to develop individual learning plans to meet every child’s needs.
Absolutely! We believe outdoor play is essential for children's physical and emotional development. Our centre features a large, secure outdoor area with climbing equipment and fun activities where children can explore, play, and engage with nature daily.
We follow the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), offering play-based learning and a child-led curriculum that supports your child’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development. Our programs are tailored to meet each child's developmental needs and interests, providing endless opportunities for our capable learners to grow.
Reviews
My son has been attending this centre for 3 years. All the staff are caring, kind and compassionate. It is an inclusive centre and we are so grateful to be part of their community.
— Lauren
As a first time mum I was very nervous about sending my son to childcare but at mayfield they are so inviting and reassuring from the moment you step in the door! I could not be more comfortable and confident in leaving my boy there. My son has been attending Mayfield for a few years now and will be entering into the 4 year old kinder next year and we are so excited to watch his journey. The centre have been fantastic with his development needs and helping us with working through his emotions and behaviours in a positive and supportive way. The director and assistant director are always so friendly and helpful with anything we need and always respond to emails or phone calls in a timely and friendly manner. No matter what staff member I deal with they are always warm and welcoming and willing to help with any questions I have. I cannot recommend Mayfield enough they are outstanding 🙂🙂🙂🙂
— Natalie
The staff and educators at this centre have been absolutely amazing. Always greeting with a big smile and going above and beyond to make sure my son stays safe and has a fun day.
— Narmin
Get in Touch
We warmly welcome any questions you'd like to ask about Clyde North.
