Coonans Hill - Pascoe Vale Childcare & Kindergarten
Campus Overview
Only About Children Coonans Hill, also known as our Pascoe Vale Childcare campus, is a warm and welcoming centre, with a wide range of exciting, stimulating environments custom-designed to ensure your child thrives.
Children at our Coonans Hill campus enjoy –
- Our outdoor area includes four spacious playgrounds – abundant in greenery and sunshine – for outdoor learning and exploration.
- Our unparalleled Playground to Plate Program teaches children to grow, prepare and share fresh seasonal food while learning about healthy eating habits.
- 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.
- At Only About Children Coonans Hill we get out and about on regular excursions, so we have a great connection with the local community. We explore a variety of locations, including neighbouring parks, shops and cafes to encourage social confidence, outdoor skills and independence.
- 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 Coonans Hill, 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 Coonans Hill 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.
Where to find us
Our single-level, purpose-built Coonans Hill Childcare Campus is located at 38A Coonans Road, Pascoe Vale South. We’re conveniently located close to Pascoe Vale South Primary School and Strathmore Train Station (a short 20-minute walk away). There’s plenty of public transport access with regular bus routes just around the corner and our local tram stop a 15-minute walk away. We’re a 5-minute drive from Queens Park, a beautiful green sanctuary in the suburbs, with plenty of birdlife and fun activities for the whole family. With parking available at our Coonans Hill childcare centre, families can plan a straightforward drop-off and pick-up every visit. Our campus is a convenient choice for families living in Pascoe Vale, Glenroy, Hadfield, Brunswick, Coburg and Moonee Ponds who are looking for quality childcare close to home.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call us today on 138 622.
Coonans Hill Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Coonans Hill, our passionate educators nurture curiosity, confidence and early learning for infants aged 6 weeks to 2 years. Our safe, stimulating environment combines structured routines with nurturing care and play.
Our Coonans Hill Nursery Program includes:
- Age-appropriate indoor and outdoor learning environments.
- Sleeping rooms with a focus on positive sleep practices.
- Dietitian-designed baby menus with daily meals and snacks.
- All baby essentials provided, including nappies, cots, linen, and sunscreen.
- Balanced structured and unstructured play-based learning through the Grow curriculum
Download the Only About Children Nursery Room Guide to learn more.
Coonans Hill Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Coonans Hill, our toddler rooms provide a calm ,welcoming space that balances play, exploration, and learning. Passionate educators deliver play-based learning activities that support growth, problem solving, creativity and peer interaction.
Our Coonans Hill Toddler program includes:
- Safe age appropriate indoor and outdoor learning environments.
- Balanced structured and unstructured play-based learning through the Grow curriculum
- Small group learning activities.
- Dietitian-designed menus with daily meals and snacks.
- Calm sleeping and resting rooms.
Download the Only About Children Toddler Room Guide to learn more.
Coonans Hill Kindergarten (3-5 years)
At Only About Children Coonans Hill, our kindergarten program is designed to give children aged 3-5 the strongest start to school. Led by qualified early childhood teachers, we focus on building school-ready skills through a balance of structured learning and play. Our Coonans Hill kindergarten is part of the Victorian Government Free Kinder program, plus recognised with the Kinder Tick.
What’s Included in Our Coonans Hill Kindergarten program:
- A play-based Grow curriculum covering literacy, STEM, sustainability, art, and music
- Individual learning and development plans with regular progress check-ins
- School-ready structure with core learning hours from 9am–3pm
- Long daycare hours for added flexibility and social growth
- Fully aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS).
- Health and Social Development support in preparation for school, including free Vision Screening
Download the Only About Children Kindergarten Room Guide to explore how we support your child’s school transition.
Helpful Info
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
- 38A Coonans Rd, Pascoe Vale South VIC 3044
Important Information
Under these standards, childcare services are assessed and rated against the seven quality areas, 18 standards, and 58 elements that make up the NQS. Click here to find out more about the NQS quality areas, standards, and elements.
Meet our Campus Director
Kirsten Hayes
Welcome to our little village, where we believe it takes a village to raise a child and every child is seen, heard, and valued through strong connections between educators, families, and the community. As a qualified teacher, I am passionate about nurturing each child’s unique strengths while creating a supportive, inclusive environment where they feel a true sense of belonging. We place great importance on children’s voice and agency, encouraging them to share their ideas, make choices, and actively engage with the world around them as confident, capable individuals.
Welcome to our little village, where we believe it takes a village to raise a child and every child is seen, heard, and valued through strong connections between educators, families, and the community. As a qualified teacher, I am passionate about nurturing each child’s unique strengths while creating a supportive, inclusive environment where they feel a true sense of belonging. We place great importance on children’s voice and agency, encouraging them to share their ideas, make choices, and actively engage with the world around them as confident, capable individuals.
Kirsten Hayes
Campus Director
Welcome to our little village, where we believe it takes a village to raise a child and every child is seen, heard, and valued through strong connections between educators, families, and the community. As a qualified teacher, I am passionate about nurturing each child’s unique strengths while creating a supportive, inclusive environment where they feel a true sense of belonging. We place great importance on children’s voice and agency, encouraging them to share their ideas, make choices, and actively engage with the world around them as confident, capable individuals.
