Nursery
6 Weeks–2 Years, Our nursery provides a nurturing environment for babies across one dedicated room, accommodating up to 10 children with an educator-to-child ratio of 1:4 to ensure personalised care and support.
Mill Park Heights Childcare & Kindergarten
Get your child ready for a world of discovery and adventure!
Morang Dr, Mill Park
Conveniently located in Mill Park, our purpose-built early learning centre offers long day care and integrated kindergarten programs for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. Guided by the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, we provide a warm, nurturing environment with engaging indoor learning spaces and a recently renovated outdoor area designed to inspire play, exploration, creativity and a love of nature.
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Operating Hours
Mon: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tue: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Wed: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thu: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Fri: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed
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What makes The Y different
Developing social and problem-solving skills
Children build confidence, independence and social skills through play, hands-on learning and meaningful experiences. Our engaging indoor and outdoor environments encourage exploration, with open-ended activities, natural play spaces and a veggie garden that inspires curiosity, sustainability and connection with others.
Creating open and trusted communication
We value strong partnerships with families, because when families and educators work together, children thrive. Through Storypark (our family portal), regular educator conversations, newsletters, and centre updates, we keep you informed and connected, ensuring every family feels valued and truly part of their child's journey with us.
Providing nutritious, inclusive meals
Our service includes nutritious meals prepared on site by a qualified chef. We base our menu on seasonal produce and house favourites such as vegetable soup and casserole in winter and fresh salads in summer. Our menu caters for allergies and cultural and religious beliefs.
Toddler
2–3 Years, Our toddler room welcomes up to nine children with an educator-to-child ratio of 1:4, fostering confidence, curiosity and independence through play-based learning.
Pre-Kindergarten
Our 3–4-year-old program is delivered in a welcoming learning room for up to 15 children, supporting children's social, emotional and cognitive development as they prepare for kindergarten.
Kindergarten
Our integrated kindergarten program is offered across two learning rooms, accommodating up to 15 and 17 children, with an educator-to-child ratio of 1:11. Children build confidence and school readiness through engaging, play-based experiences.
Community Connections
Children build meaningful connections with the local community through regular excursions, community walks and Bush Kinder experiences. These hands-on opportunities encourage exploration, environmental awareness and real-world learning.
Nutritious Meals
Fresh, nutritious meals are prepared daily to fuel children's learning and play. Our seasonal menu introduces a variety of healthy, child-friendly dishes that encourage positive eating habits and a love of food.
Chinese-Mandarin Program (4-year-old Kinder)
Our Chinese-Mandarin Program at Mill Park Heights Child Care Centre introduces children to Mandarin language and Chinese culture through fun, play-based learning experiences. Through songs, stories, games, creative activities and everyday conversations, children build confidence with new words and phrases while developing an appreciation for language, culture and diversity.
School Readiness
Our School Readiness Program supports children in their 4-year-old kindergarten year to feel confident and prepared for their transition to school. Through engaging, play-based learning, children build important skills in communication, early literacy and numeracy, independence, problem-solving, social connections and emotional wellbeing.
EYES Program
Our Early Years Engagement Support (EYES) Program provides additional support for children who may benefit from extra guidance with their learning, development and wellbeing. Working alongside families and educators, our EYES team helps identify individual needs, provides practical strategies and connects families with relevant services to support each child to thrive.
School ReadY Program
Our School ReadY Program combines play-based learning with intentional teaching to help children build the skills and confidence they need for a positive start to school. Designed for children attending 3 and 4-year-old kindergarten, the program supports key areas of development, including literacy and language, social skills and emotional wellbeing.
Incursions and Excursions
Our incursions and excursions at Mill Park Heights Child Care Centre bring learning to life through fun, hands-on experiences. From special visitors and interactive activities to exploring the local community, these experiences encourage curiosity, build new skills and help children connect their learning with the world around them.
What we provide
Meet Geny, our Centre Manager
Hi, I'm Geny, Centre Director at Mill Park Heights Childcare Centre and The Heights Kindergarten. With more than 20 years of experience across educator and leadership roles with the Y, I'm passionate about creating a safe, inclusive environment where every child feels heard, valued and empowered. Together with our team, we build strong partnerships with families and provide meaningful learning experiences that help children grow with confidence and create lasting memories.
Enrol Today!
Enrolling is simple, fill out our online Application Form and our friendly team will be in touch to confirm your child's place and walk you through the next steps. Alternatively, if you have further questions, please complete our Contact Us form.
We're so grateful to the team at Mill Park Heights Childcare Centre and Kindergarten for the care and support they've shown our son. Their warm, nurturing environment has helped him grow into a confident and independent little boy, and we couldn't ask for a better place for him to learn and thrive.
Gourav Ghatia, MPHCC Parent
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Mill Park Heights is a Victorian Government-approved kindergarten provider. Eligible children can access government-funded kinder hours through our integrated kindergarten program. Note that the integrated program requires a minimum attendance of 15 hours per week (at least 2 days) for subsidy eligibility.
Families may be eligible for the Australian Government's Child Care Subsidy (CCS), which reduces out-of-pocket fees based on income and hours of approved activity. Our integrated kindergarten program also attracts Victorian Government funding for eligible children. Contact us to discuss what your family may be entitled to.
Our centre is located close to Mill Park Primary School and we actively support children's transition to school through our school readiness curriculum and transition activities. Educators work with families to ensure children are socially, emotionally, and academically prepared for their first year of school.
We are open Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 6:00pm, making us a convenient option for working families across Mill Park, South Morang, and the surrounding areas. We are closed on weekends and public holidays.
Yes, nutritious meals are freshly prepared on-site each day. Our menu includes a variety of wholesome dishes such as pasta, shepherd's pie, curries, and soups, giving children a warm, nourishing meal without the need to pack a lunchbox.
Yes, we are a registered NDIS provider. Our inclusive approach ensures children with additional needs are supported through individually tailored learning plans, with close collaboration between educators, families, and allied health professionals.
Following a recent $254,000 upgrade, our outdoor space is a thriving educational hub. It features a sandpit, cubby house, outdoor chalkboard, miniature road for bikes and trikes, water play, age-appropriate climbing equipment, a yarning circle, and a veggie patch, all designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and connection to the natural world.
We use Storypark to share real-time learning observations, photos, and developmental milestones with families. Our educators also make themselves available for daily conversations at drop-off and pick-up, so you are always in the loop about your child's progress.
Mill Park Heights is operated by Y Whittlesea, a not-for-profit organisation and part of the YMCA, the world's oldest and largest youth organisation. The YMCA operates across more than 120 countries, guided by a mission to build healthy, strong, and connected communities. As a not-for-profit, every dollar generated through our programs is reinvested into the services we provide for families across Whittlesea. Y Whittlesea has been part of the local community for over 30 years and operates disability programs, youth programs, recreation and independent schools alongside our early learning centres.
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Our Kindergarten is an approved provider of a Victorian Government funded kindergarten program. It means we deliver a play-based learning program led by a qualified early childhood teacher.
Enrol Today!
Families seeking 3 and 4 year old kindergarten can apply directly through the City of Whittlesea website, visit their site to get started with your enrolment today.