Highpoint - Maribyrnong Childcare & Kindergarten
As a parent you don’t really know what you’re looking for when you need to find a childcare. This is why I’m going to list everything I’ve noticed about OAC Highpoint and the kind of service they provide:
The centre teach real world skills and school readiness skills to the children through excursions with the kids to parks and within the shopping centre, having sessions with the chef to learn how to cut fruit safely and even make colourful pancakes! (Btw Maggie the chef is a superstar!). They plan learning goals and review/update the learning goals every month. I also get daily updates via a digital diary where I can see photos of what my child participated in and a log of their food intake, nappy change, toilet training, sunscreen use - pretty much most things that they have done during the day. This is a great relief for parents, especially if it’s your first time leaving your kids at a childcare. I also call the centre if I am feeling anxious because I’m the one having separation anxiety just to see if they’re okay. I think I stopped doing that after the second week when we first started going there 😅
The best thing about OAC Highpoint is that when it comes to giving children their agency, nurturing critical thinking and making decisions for themselves, they follow the child’s lead. My second little one attending is quite strong-willed in nature and always feels comfortable because they are allowed to be who they are and this for me is the best thing I can ask for from educators who spend the full week with them. Not to mention, my little one is now teaching me yoga because they do this regularly at kindergarten! Thank you for everything, OAC Highpoint! 😊 you’re so appreciated by our family. I would definitely recommend you guys to anyone looking for an amazing childcare for their child.
Whilst childcare drop offs can sometimes be daunting, I feel completely at ease knowing the kids are going to have an amazing day. The educators are absolutely wonderful at what they do, every single employee greets the children as soon as stepping into the door and the highlight of the day is definitely receiving the regular updates and photos – always brings a smile to my face.
Well done and thank you OAC Highpoint team!
My son has been attending Highpoint for the last 18 months and loves it there (when his not having one of his emotional days). Having said that, whether his happy or coming in full of emotion the team do a fantastic job supporting him. I've seen an abundant of progress with his development and at times surprises me with the things he has learnt from there.
- Staff are friendly and showed genuine care
- Location and proximity to home and work/ease of parking
- Center was clean and inviting with sufficient activities
- Balance of structured and unstructured curriculum
It's been approximately 6 months now and our highlights would be:
- Staff are always smiling and composed
- Our now 19 months old is comfortable and happy to go "school" when we ask him in the morning
- Amazing updates via Story Park app (Daily summary and photos)
- Our son has clearly developed his social confidence and learnt many new songs and skills. (yes, he wanted to feed himself with a fork and spoon at home, loves dancing and singing now)
We highly recommend OAC Highpoint - through conversations with our friends who have placed their kids elsewhere, the updates, care and service offerings we receive is outstanding. A big thank you to Campus Director Rachel (who always greets our son/us with a beaming smile) and all the carers that somehow manage to know every childs name. Jay, Chantell, Jesse and Ange - thanks for playing such a big part in our lives :)
Nothing challenges a community like a pandemic, and the OAC team navigated us through 2020 so very well, communicating any updates in processes regularly and offering "OAC at Home" activities aligned to the EYLF.
With our child in fulltime care, our priority is that she can grow and develop in a safe environment, feel connected to her peers & educators and is happy. As a family of mixed cultures, it is also important to us that our child is able to learn about other cultures and First Nations people. OAC Highpoint absolutely meets our expectations and we're appreciative of both management, staff and Ang who prepares delicious, nutritious lunches that my fussy child actually eats.
One last observation, I believe OAC Highpoint also value their staff, over the last few years, we've seen younger educators being provided with professional development opportunities to help them grow in their careers which I think benefits not just them but all the kids in their care now and in the future.
Thanks OAC Highpoint team!
When my second son was born, we pulled my daughter out of care for the year. When it was time for them both to go back to childcare I tried a different centre for 6 months. What a mistake! OAC was amazing in comparison. I immediately changed them both back to OAC as soon as I could get them a spot. Both have settled in well and I honestly cannot fault anything. Every single educator knows my children and greets them happily. Centre Manager Rachel has addressed every question and concern I have had with care and in a timely manner.
The communication with parents is outstanding. Each child is given a primary carer who works directly with the child to make sure they are happy, comfortable and meeting educational goals. The centre itself is full of fun and joy. I am jealous of the food the kids get to eat all day! Super happy with this centre! Be sure to add it to your list of places to tour!
Campus Overview
Our Exceeding NQS Rated childcare centre, Only About Children Highpoint is situated on top of the Highpoint Shopping Centre, at Level 4, 120-200 Rosamond Road, Maribyrnong and surrounded by several schools, community halls and sporting facilities. Families can enjoy a smooth drop off and pick up every visit with parking available in several places within the shopping complex. We are close to public transport with main bus stops, right outside, connecting to the wider area in both directions.
Our childcare centre has two dedicated playscapes and a fantastic yard, where children have plenty of space to explore, create and lead their own play. Our playscapes include two sandpits, climbing equipment and a basketball court surrounded by several garden beds and table-based activities. Our yard features rolling green hills, a designated deck space and wooden climbing fort.
Children at our Highpoint campus enjoy –
- Our expansive, dedicated outdoor play spaces, including two sandpits, climbing equipment and a basketball court surrounded by several garden beds and table-based activities. These spaces are covered so children can enjoy the outdoors in any weather.
- 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.
- 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 outings to local parks, the library, supermarkets and the post office.
- Our open kitchen where children can actively join in meal preparation with our Campus Cook. This hands-on experience fosters healthy eating habits from an early age.
- 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 Highpoint, 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 Highpoint 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 purpose-built Campus is situated on top of the Highpoint Shopping Centre, at Level 4, 120-200 Rosamond Road, Maribyrnong.
Please note the most direct and easiest way to access our campus is the Rosamond Rd side of Highpoint Shopping Centre which can easily be accessed for bus, taxi/uber rank and Carpark E (Orange).
These links may also be useful to all:
Location & Parking – Highpoint Shopping Centre Melbourne
Centre Map – Highpoint Shopping Centre Melbourne
Carpark E Level 3 (Orange) – Rosamond Rd Carpark
This is the easiest entrance for all to locate Only About Children either via stairway or lift.
If travelling by bus:
Highpoint SC – Bay 4
Rosamond Rd Bus Stop
Lift Option: (pram safe)
Walking towards Highpoint Shopping Centre from Carpark E enter through Bank of Melbourne or Tommy Jax cafe entrance located behind the Bus Stop and Taxi Rank.
Entering Highpoint, walk straight past the alterations shop and towards Calvin Klein.
Between Calvin Klein and Victoria Secret is a set of lifts.
Select level 4, to the left of lift area is Only About Children.
Other carpark directions:
Carpark A Level 3 (Purple):
Entering Highpoint from carpark A – walk straight until Mecca Maxima, turn right.
Continue walking straight until you reach Calvin Klein on your left.
Between Calvin Klein and Victoria Secret is a set of lifts.
Select level 4, to the left of lift area is Only About Children.
Carpark B 2 ½ (Black) – Ring Rd Carpark
Entering Highpoint continue up escalators and walk straight until you reach Calvin Klein on your left.
Between Calvin Klein and Victoria Secret is a set of lifts.
Select level 4, to the left of lift area is Only About Children.
Carpark B (Black)
Entering Highpoint walk past Mecca Maxima until you reach Calvin Klein on your left.
Between Calvin Klein and Victoria Secret is a set of lifts.
Select level 4, to the left of lift area is Only About Children.
Carpark C (Green) – Warrs Rd Carpark
Entering Highpoint walk straight past Sephora/Uniclo until you reach Seed. Turn left and continue straight until you reach Calvin Klein on your left.
Between Calvin Klein and Victoria Secret is a set of lifts.
Select level 4, to the left of lift area is Only About Children.
Carpark D (Blue) – Aquatic Drv Carpark
Entering Highpoint walk through Riverbank Food Court towards Big W. Continue walking straight until you reach Victoria Secret on your right.
Between Victoria Secret and Calvin Klein is a set of lifts.
Select level 4, to the left of lift area is Only About Children.
Carpark E (Orange) – Rosamond Rd Carpark (Bank of Melbourne)
Entering “Bank of Melbourne Highpoint” into Google Maps can be a very easy way to locate our stairway entrance.
From Rosamond Rd you will find Carpark E behind Hungry Jack’s and Crispy Creme.
Staircase Option:
Walking towards Highpoint Shopping Centre from Carpark E look for Bank of Melbourne or Tommy Jax cafe on both corner’s of the entrance.
To the right of the entrance doors of the shopping centre is a door with ‘Only About Children’.
Following the staircase to level 4, Only About Children is to your right.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call us today on 138 622.
Highpoint Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Highpoint Nursery, our passionate educators focus on laying a foundation for enduring curiosity, confidence and a love of learning. Our Highpoint Nursery caters to the care and development needs of infants aged 6 weeks -2 years.
The Highpoint 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 Highpoint 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
Highpoint Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Highpoint 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 Highpoint 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
Highpoint Kindergarten (3-5 years)
Only About Children Highpoint 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 Highpoint 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.
Highpoint 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
Helpful Info
Highpoint Campus Educators
Raj Kaur
Campus Director
Raj has 25 years working in Early Childhood Education. She can speak Hindi and Punjabi, play Sitar and is trained as an Indian classical singer.
“My philosophy is to encourage children to be proud of who they are, achieving their fullest potential in interpersonal relationships, work, and play. We as responsible adults in children’s lives must provide children with opportunities to make choices and decisions to take calculative risks in a safe environment that we prepare for them. This develops a feeling of self-worth, independence, autonomy, and self-discipline. My goal for adults is to understand how capable children are and we must act as role model and not just the caretakers who does everything for them. To set them up for success let them try and never correct them to activate the desire to learn with freedom to fail and not fear of fail.”
For Highpoint Campus Raj aims to work with her team to create ‘A Home away from home’ for children in our care. She strives to achieve this by empowering the team at Highpoint and applying the same philosophy of “We are all capable and we can all do it.”
Raj Kaur
Campus Director
Raj has 25 years working in Early Childhood Education. She can speak Hindi and Punjabi, play Sitar and is trained as an Indian classical singer.
“My philosophy is to encourage children to be proud of who they are, achieving their fullest potential in interpersonal relationships, work, and play. We as responsible adults in children’s lives must provide children with opportunities to make choices and decisions to take calculative risks in a safe environment that we prepare for them. This develops a feeling of self-worth, independence, autonomy, and self-discipline. My goal for adults is to understand how capable children are and we must act as role model and not just the caretakers who does everything for them. To set them up for success let them try and never correct them to activate the desire to learn with freedom to fail and not fear of fail.”
For Highpoint Campus Raj aims to work with her team to create ‘A Home away from home’ for children in our care. She strives to achieve this by empowering the team at Highpoint and applying the same philosophy of “We are all capable and we can all do it.”
Raj has 25 years working in Early Childhood Education. She can speak Hindi and Punjabi, play Sitar and is trained as an Indian classical singer.
“My philosophy is to encourage children to be proud of who they are, achieving their fullest potential in interpersonal relationships, work, and play. We as responsible adults in children’s lives must provide children with opportunities to make choices and decisions to take calculative risks in a safe environment that we prepare for them. This develops a feeling of self-worth, independence, autonomy, and self-discipline. My goal for adults is to understand how capable children are and we must act as role model and not just the caretakers who does everything for them. To set them up for success let them try and never correct them to activate the desire to learn with freedom to fail and not fear of fail.”
For Highpoint Campus Raj aims to work with her team to create ‘A Home away from home’ for children in our care. She strives to achieve this by empowering the team at Highpoint and applying the same philosophy of “We are all capable and we can all do it.”
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Contact Us
- Open hours: Mon-Fri 7:00am – 6:30pm
- Phone: 138 622
- Suite 4001-4004, Level 4, Highpoint Shopping Centre, 120-200, Rosamond Road, Maribyrnong VIC 3032
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Meet our Campus Director
Raj Kaur
Raj has 25 years working in Early Childhood Education. She can speak Hindi and Punjabi, play Sitar and is trained as an Indian classical singer.
“My philosophy is to encourage children to be proud of who they are, achieving their fullest potential in interpersonal relationships, work, and play. We as responsible adults in children’s lives must provide children with opportunities to make choices and decisions to take calculative risks in a safe environment that we prepare for them. This develops a feeling of self-worth, independence, autonomy, and self-discipline. My goal for adults is to understand how capable children are and we must act as role model and not just the caretakers who does everything for them. To set them up for success let them try and never correct them to activate the desire to learn with freedom to fail and not fear of fail.”
For Highpoint Campus Raj aims to work with her team to create ‘A Home away from home’ for children in our care. She strives to achieve this by empowering the team at Highpoint and applying the same philosophy of “We are all capable and we can all do it.”
Raj has 25 years working in Early Childhood Education. She can speak Hindi and Punjabi, play Sitar and is trained as an Indian classical singer.
“My philosophy is to encourage children to be proud of who they are, achieving their fullest potential in interpersonal relationships, work, and play. We as responsible adults in children’s lives must provide children with opportunities to make choices and decisions to take calculative risks in a safe environment that we prepare for them. This develops a feeling of self-worth, independence, autonomy, and self-discipline. My goal for adults is to understand how capable children are and we must act as role model and not just the caretakers who does everything for them. To set them up for success let them try and never correct them to activate the desire to learn with freedom to fail and not fear of fail.”
For Highpoint Campus Raj aims to work with her team to create ‘A Home away from home’ for children in our care. She strives to achieve this by empowering the team at Highpoint and applying the same philosophy of “We are all capable and we can all do it.”
Raj Kaur
Campus Director
Raj has 25 years working in Early Childhood Education. She can speak Hindi and Punjabi, play Sitar and is trained as an Indian classical singer.
“My philosophy is to encourage children to be proud of who they are, achieving their fullest potential in interpersonal relationships, work, and play. We as responsible adults in children’s lives must provide children with opportunities to make choices and decisions to take calculative risks in a safe environment that we prepare for them. This develops a feeling of self-worth, independence, autonomy, and self-discipline. My goal for adults is to understand how capable children are and we must act as role model and not just the caretakers who does everything for them. To set them up for success let them try and never correct them to activate the desire to learn with freedom to fail and not fear of fail.”
For Highpoint Campus Raj aims to work with her team to create ‘A Home away from home’ for children in our care. She strives to achieve this by empowering the team at Highpoint and applying the same philosophy of “We are all capable and we can all do it.”
Here’s what our families have to say
As a parent you don’t really know what you’re looking for when you need to find a childcare. This is why I’m going to list everything I’ve noticed about OAC Highpoint and the kind of service they provide:
The centre teach real world skills and school readiness skills to the children through excursions with the kids to parks and within the shopping centre, having sessions with the chef to learn how to cut fruit safely and even make colourful pancakes! (Btw Maggie the chef is a superstar!). They plan learning goals and review/update the learning goals every month. I also get daily updates via a digital diary where I can see photos of what my child participated in and a log of their food intake, nappy change, toilet training, sunscreen use - pretty much most things that they have done during the day. This is a great relief for parents, especially if it’s your first time leaving your kids at a childcare. I also call the centre if I am feeling anxious because I’m the one having separation anxiety just to see if they’re okay. I think I stopped doing that after the second week when we first started going there 😅
The best thing about OAC Highpoint is that when it comes to giving children their agency, nurturing critical thinking and making decisions for themselves, they follow the child’s lead. My second little one attending is quite strong-willed in nature and always feels comfortable because they are allowed to be who they are and this for me is the best thing I can ask for from educators who spend the full week with them. Not to mention, my little one is now teaching me yoga because they do this regularly at kindergarten! Thank you for everything, OAC Highpoint! 😊 you’re so appreciated by our family. I would definitely recommend you guys to anyone looking for an amazing childcare for their child.
Whilst childcare drop offs can sometimes be daunting, I feel completely at ease knowing the kids are going to have an amazing day. The educators are absolutely wonderful at what they do, every single employee greets the children as soon as stepping into the door and the highlight of the day is definitely receiving the regular updates and photos – always brings a smile to my face.
Well done and thank you OAC Highpoint team!
My son has been attending Highpoint for the last 18 months and loves it there (when his not having one of his emotional days). Having said that, whether his happy or coming in full of emotion the team do a fantastic job supporting him. I've seen an abundant of progress with his development and at times surprises me with the things he has learnt from there.
- Staff are friendly and showed genuine care
- Location and proximity to home and work/ease of parking
- Center was clean and inviting with sufficient activities
- Balance of structured and unstructured curriculum
It's been approximately 6 months now and our highlights would be:
- Staff are always smiling and composed
- Our now 19 months old is comfortable and happy to go "school" when we ask him in the morning
- Amazing updates via Story Park app (Daily summary and photos)
- Our son has clearly developed his social confidence and learnt many new songs and skills. (yes, he wanted to feed himself with a fork and spoon at home, loves dancing and singing now)
We highly recommend OAC Highpoint - through conversations with our friends who have placed their kids elsewhere, the updates, care and service offerings we receive is outstanding. A big thank you to Campus Director Rachel (who always greets our son/us with a beaming smile) and all the carers that somehow manage to know every childs name. Jay, Chantell, Jesse and Ange - thanks for playing such a big part in our lives :)
Nothing challenges a community like a pandemic, and the OAC team navigated us through 2020 so very well, communicating any updates in processes regularly and offering "OAC at Home" activities aligned to the EYLF.
With our child in fulltime care, our priority is that she can grow and develop in a safe environment, feel connected to her peers & educators and is happy. As a family of mixed cultures, it is also important to us that our child is able to learn about other cultures and First Nations people. OAC Highpoint absolutely meets our expectations and we're appreciative of both management, staff and Ang who prepares delicious, nutritious lunches that my fussy child actually eats.
One last observation, I believe OAC Highpoint also value their staff, over the last few years, we've seen younger educators being provided with professional development opportunities to help them grow in their careers which I think benefits not just them but all the kids in their care now and in the future.
Thanks OAC Highpoint team!
When my second son was born, we pulled my daughter out of care for the year. When it was time for them both to go back to childcare I tried a different centre for 6 months. What a mistake! OAC was amazing in comparison. I immediately changed them both back to OAC as soon as I could get them a spot. Both have settled in well and I honestly cannot fault anything. Every single educator knows my children and greets them happily. Centre Manager Rachel has addressed every question and concern I have had with care and in a timely manner.
The communication with parents is outstanding. Each child is given a primary carer who works directly with the child to make sure they are happy, comfortable and meeting educational goals. The centre itself is full of fun and joy. I am jealous of the food the kids get to eat all day! Super happy with this centre! Be sure to add it to your list of places to tour!
Highpoint Campus Community
