Balwyn North Childcare & Kindergarten

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Kathleen Lambrick1744870669

We have been part of the Only About Children Balwyn community for the past four years, and I honestly can’t speak highly enough of the genuine care, support, and nurturing environment they provide. From the very beginning, the educators and team showed a real commitment to getting to know not just our daughter, but our family - creating a sense of belonging that has only deepened over time.

It’s clear that the staff truly love what they do. They treat each child as an individual, supporting their development with kindness, patience, and encouragement. I have always felt that my daughter was not only safe and cared for, but genuinely seen, heard, and celebrated. One thing I have especially valued is the open and consistent communication - I am always kept in the loop and feel completely confident in how they support my daughter’s wellbeing and development.

There’s also a real sense of community here. Families are warmly welcomed, and there are so many opportunities to connect - from consistent communication via Storypark to informal chats at drop-off. The friendships our daughter has formed (and that I have too!) have been such a beautiful bonus.

Only About Children Balwyn has played such an important role in our daughter’s early years. She has grown in confidence, independence, and joy - and we feel incredibly lucky to have had such a positive, enriching start to her learning journey.

Adorna Yip1744800974

I had two friends recommend this place to me and I'm so glad we moved our 2 year old here! The care has been phenomenal, every carer is so experienced, kind and lovely, and the staff retention here is superb. Most importantly my child is very happy and has made many friends, while also learning new things. I highly recommend OAC Balwyn North!

J Walker1744786149

I have had my child at OAC Balwyn for 3 years and have had no issues with them. Their staff is very professional and are always there to take care of my child’s needs physically and emotionally.
I have personally got to know his educators and they are always friendly, courteous, professional and caring. They are always looking for new ways to teach the kids in interesting and varied ways. Phoebe is on the ball with the whole centre and runs the place well and has a great and committed team working for her.
Highly recommended.

Rachel Jeffers1744784638

We have had the best experience at OAC Balwyn North. The educators are brilliant, engaging and really care about our son. They go above and beyond. We couldn’t be happier!

Ben Forbes1744783253

Our son has attended OAC Balwyn North for the last couple of years since he was 9 months old, and our experience has been overwhelmingly positive. The environment created by the team is nurturing, safe and fun. The staff are lovely and seem to genuinely care that the children are looked after. We can drop our son off feeling confident that he will be looked after and have an enriching time - we would highly recommend OAC Balwyn North as a great child care for any family.

Rajveen Dhillon1744782846

My kids have been at OAC from
6 months old and are now 2 & 3.

The educators at OAC are fantastic, from Nursery to Toddlers to Kinder. They are always engaging with the children and provide feedback on your child’s day upon pick up.

The campus director Phoebe is fabulous. She is so hand on and I love seeing her on the floor supporting her team and attending to our kids.

Gosh, my kids love Chef David. His meals are delicious and healthy and he serves up amazing morning and afternoon tea from freshly made dips to cakes/muffins/slices.

Thanks OAC team for your tremendous work in caring, support & developing our children.

Gurmyn Dhillon1744782358

Absolutely love OAC! The educators are so caring, friendly, and professional – I always feel at ease knowing my kids are in such good hands. They’ve created such a nurturing and fun environment, and it’s been amazing to see how much my little ones have grown and learnt since starting here. Communication is top-notch, the daily updates and photos are such a lovely touch. Couldn’t recommend them more – we feel really lucky to be part of the OAC Family!

Mary Botros1739168022

I have been at OAC balwyn north for 5 years. Both kids were so happy and i couldn't have asked for a better team. The campus director Phoebe is phenomenal!! I highly recommend this place.

Aaron M1733737767

My experience from the only about children Balwyn North campus has been wonderful.
Centre manager phoebe, the second in charge Jacob, Kinder teacher Shirley, Mohi & Joy, and other educators are just amazing.
Everything is kids first period from proper nutrition to overall development. They take good care of my little boy.
If I leave instructions regarding anything they listen and follow. They offer useful information and instructions if you need anything. They are very quick to respond to you and they communicate whether it’s pro-care txt ,email etc.
I would highly recommend this childcare facility.
Keep up the great work!
Oh and did I mention they have an extraordinary chef- David! He’s the real hero! He cooks the most nutritious & tasty daily meals for everyone. My son- the little picky eater who loves David’s food 😄

Veronica Takemura1726404470

I completed my placement at OAC Balwyn North last April as a student. During my time there, I had the opportunity to learn so many wonderful things about nurturing and redirecting children, thanks to the guidance of Centre Director Phoebe and all the other staff members, including the educators.
Their genuine approach towards children, respecting and encouraging them to explore their interests, left a lasting impression on me.

Unfortunately, I had a disappointing experience at the childcare Centre where I was initially placed. I couldn't complete my first placement there. I had chosen this Centre for my placement based on my assessor's recommendation.
However, I completed my placement with amazing people at OAC.
As an educator, I often find myself reflecting on the invaluable experience I had at OAC Balwyn North.
I want to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to each and every one of you for your guidance and support.
Thank you so much, guys!
PS. Happy Educator's Day!

Frank Cheng1725459228

My daughter has been attending this childcare for almost a year, and we’ve had a wonderful experience. The teachers are incredibly caring and patient with her. The food provided is not only healthy but also well-suited to children's tastes. She feels safe and has developed a strong sense of belonging here. Her happiness is evident, and we've seen significant improvements in her behavior and language skills. I also appreciate that OAC shares daily updates with photos and stories, allowing parents to easily stay informed about their child’s activities.

William Drummond1724235707

The team at OAC Balwyn North at OAC, led by Phoebe, have been wonderful. We are grateful that we sent our son there. Thanks team!

Elisha1710756642

Daughter attended here from 10months old to 2yrs8months and my twins from 7months for 3months until we unfortunately had to move centres due to relocating.
Fantastic centre manager and assistant manger Pheobe and Monique. Motivated & always listening to what the kids would like in their environment & always coming up with ways to keep them engaged. Consistent staff, enrolment team easy to work with. We miss OAC compared to new centre.

Dennis Vuong1707707210

My daughter had an exceptional 3 yrs experience at Only About Children Balwyn North.

The staff were friendly, loving and attentive and that is what you want from a team who will be looking after your loved ones.

Highly recommended!

Parveen Dhillon1696463003

My twins have attended OAC Balwyn for the last 8 months. The nursery team are beyond amazing. The educators are kind, compassionate and are great with the kids. The communication between educators and parents is exceptional. Our kids love going to their childcare and have created some beautiful bonds with their educators. The director, Phoebe is fantastic and is so hands on with the kids. The twins love chef David’s food, and they get such a variety of meals for all around the world! Keep up the good work OAC Balwyn North.

Adlin Ramdzan1695369569

We’ve been sending our child to OAC Balwyn for about 1 month now and we couldn’t have asked for more. OAC has provided the space and capacity for our son to grow and be curious. Their curriculum is inclusive, engaging and thoughtfully put together. All the educators are caring, lovely and kind towards the children. We are very thankful towards the wonderful team for helping nurture our little one and would recommend them to any families!

Georgia Walters1682563248

My twins attend the Balwyn North Campus 4 days a week and have settled so quickly with the Educators in their room. The Educators take time to build strong relationships with children, understand their wants, needs and interests and communicate so efficiently with parents. Thankyou to the Kinder 1 team for Educating and Caring for my children each day, it is so nice to know that they are safe, happy and healthy with you all.

Saniya Kazi1680603717

After a lot of difficulty getting through to the central enrollment people, I was a bit wary of the “big chain” OAC. We persevered and tried it out and 1 month into being at OAC Balwyn North, my son decided he loved it and never wanted to go back to the other daycare I was driving 15 mins to (on the other days of the week)!

He is always excited to go, well taken care of by beautiful, attentive staff, and there are exciting activities and things to learn about. This is mixed in with free play, and that’s allowed him to develop good friendships and just be a kid!

I expected OAC to feel a bit impersonal but it’s quite the opposite - the Balwyn north center is a small-ish, warm center, all the staff know my son by name and communication is excellent and easy. The educators are calm, welcoming and always willing to chat which I think is the best gauge of a childcare. We feel super lucky!

Rachel Dart1680143475

This centre has some of the loveliest people and they are fantastic with the children in their care. They have our trust in looking after our daughter.

Samuel Inglis1624433739

Our daughter loves OAC Balwyn North and all of the staff. She has developed extremely well with their guidance and they are always willing to help us when we are trying to change our her routine, and provide us advice when we are struggling with something.
The rooms are always spotless and the food smells delicious, everytime I drop my child off I get hungry.
Highly recommended, your child will be very happy at this centre.

Helene Artz1624400523

We have been so blessed to have our daughter at OAC Balwyn, she has blossomed since coming here. The teachers and staff are kind and patient, caring and generous with their time and knowledge. They have almost become like a second family for us, and we are forever grateful for the incredible work they do.

Kimberley Hall1608619139

We cannot speak highly enough of the quality of care and the staff at OAC. Our children have attended since it opened and love going here. The manager Chris has done a wonderful job of building a great community which honours the diverse families attending the centre. No hesitation in recommending this centre to other families.

Sarah C1606875147

Campus Director Chris and the team at OAC are incredible. We have been at OAC Balwyn for almost 3 years now and very happy there. The facilities and equipment are new, clean and high quality. All systems and processes are easy for parents and our daughter has been thriving at OAC.

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Only About Children Balwyn North is a warm and inviting childcare centre with three dedicated outdoor play spaces, featuring sandpits and climbing equipment, children have plenty of space to explore, create and lead their own play. Each space is dedicated to a different age group with designated areas for Nursery, Toddler and Kinder children. Our four age-based indoor spaces have been specifically created to encourage children in their learning and growth, with a focus on safety and natural elements.

Children at our Balwyn North campus enjoy –

Our expansive, dedicated outdoor play spaces, including sandpits and climbing equipment and plenty of space for children to explore, create and lead their own play.
Our age-based indoor spaces that have been specifically created to encourage children in their learning and growth, with a focus on safety and natural elements.
Our dedicated team of bilingual Educators who are fluent in languages including Mandarin, Persian, Cantonese, Hindi and English. We also have two Early Childhood Educators in the Kindergarten room who hold a Master of Teaching, to ensure that every child receives the care they need to learn and grow.
Getting out into our local community through planned excursions and community activities that build on our educational curriculum and the children’s interests. These include regular trips to our local shops and parks and engaging in activities with children and teachers from Greythorn Primary School as part of our School Readiness Program.

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.

At Only About Children Balwyn North, 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 Balwyn North 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.

Balwyn North Childcare & Kindergarten

Our unique approach to early learning focuses on education, health & wellbeing and is specially designed to give your child the best start to life

Age-based indoor spaces

Our age-based indoor spaces have been specifically created to encourage children in their learning and growth, with a focus on safety and natural elements

Huge, dedicated outdoor play space

Our expansive, dedicated outdoor play spaces, including sandpits and climbing equipment and plenty of space for children to explore, create and lead their own play.

Kitchen

Children enjoy meals in the spacious dining hall which is next to our open kitchen so that children can watch our much loved cook prepare meals as well as participate in cooking activities.

Indoor Learning Spaces

Our unique approach to childcare goes beyond education to encompass the health and total wellbeing of every child.

Indoor Learning Spaces

At Only About Children we see ourselves as More Than Childcare. Our unique approach to childcare goes beyond education to encompass the health and total wellbeing of every child.

Where to find us

Our purpose-built two-level Campus is conveniently located at 135 Greythorn Road, Balwyn North, on the corner of Greythorn Road and Yeneda Street, right opposite Greythorn Primary School and a 10-minute walk from Greythorn Park. There are several parks and reserves in the surrounding area. With underground parking available, families can be sure of a smooth drop off and pick up every visit. A public bus route runs along our road with bus stops a short walk away.

Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call us today on 138 622.

Balwyn North Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)

At Only About Children Balwyn North Nursery, our passionate educators focus on laying a foundation for enduring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Our Balwyn North Nursery caters to the care and development needs of infants aged 6 weeks -2 years.

The Balwyn North 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 Balwyn North 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

OAC Nursery Room Guide

Balwyn North Toddlers (2-3 years)

Our Only About Children Balwyn North 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 Balwyn North 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

OAC Toddler Room Guide

Balwyn North Kindergarten (3-5 years)

Only About Children Balwyn North 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 Balwyn North 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.

Balwyn North 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

OAC Kindergarten Room Guide

Helpful Info

Balwyn North Campus Educators

Phoebe Osler

Campus Director

Phoebe has over 8 years experience working in Early Childhood Education, including being part of the opening team at our Southbank Campus and has experience working across a number of our Only About Children campuses.

Her appoach to teaching is built upon the ‘rights of the child’ and she believes that through a collaborative holistic approach with families, children can thrive in their Early Years to establish a strong sense of being and belonging in their world now and for their future. She believes children learn best through play and by providing a safe, exciting environment, supported by responsive and attentive educators, children can learn strategies that can instil a sense of curiosity and love of learning for a lifetime.

Phoebe grew up in regional Victoria in Gippsland where she developed a great love of dancing and music. One of her favourite experiences to share with children in her care is dancing and singing. Through this, she believes children can develop great confidence in approaching different situations with courage and determination.

Childcare Subsidy

For more information, visit our Childcare Subsidy Information (CCS)