Campus Overview
Only About Children Moonee Ponds childcare is a light-filled, warm and welcoming centre, with a range of exciting, resource-rich environments. The campus has a large outdoor area that wraps around the front and side of the building, with two spacious yards available for age-appropriate outdoor learning; there are dedicated spaces for nursery aged children and ample room for adventure and play amongst our toddler and Kinder children.
Children at our Moonee Ponds campus enjoy –
- Our expansive, dedicated outdoor play spaces, including a bike track, a large climbing area situated over soft fall, entertaining mud and sand pits, worm farms, compost bins, a refreshing water trough, and large blackboards for children to play and learn.
- 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.
- Additionally, the campus features its own unique sensory garden with a variety of edible plants where children are encouraged to explore and learn. Marie, our on-site professional garden educator, works alongside the educators to revolutionise the relationship children have with their food.
- Getting out into our local community through planned excursions and community activities that build on our educational curriculum and the children’s interests. We run a Nature Play Program during terms 2 and 3 for kinder age to visit the local park, Napier Park in Strathmore, to build on the children’s interests and learning.
- 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 Moonee Ponds, 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 Moonee Ponds 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 Moonee Ponds childcare campus is located on Level 1/767 Mt Alexander Road, Moonee Ponds, and is close to Moonee Ponds Primary and Essendon Primary School. We’re a convenient nine-minute walk from the Essendon train station and have a public bus stop right in front of our building, with regular bus services. With undercover parking provided, families can rely on a smooth drop off and pick-up during every visit. Our campus is an excellent choice for local families in and around Moonee Ponds, Essendon, Brunswick West & Ascot Vale.
Interested in learning more? The best place to start is with a tour or call us today on 138 622.
Moonee Ponds Nursery (6 weeks – 2 years)
At Only About Children Moonee Ponds, 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 Moonee Ponds 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.
Moonee Ponds Toddlers (2-3 years)
Our Only About Children Moonee Ponds, 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 Moonee Ponds 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.
Moonee Ponds Kindergarten (3-5 years)
At Only About Children Moonee Ponds, 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 Moonee Ponds kindergarten is part of the Victorian Government Free Kinder program, plus recognised with the Kinder Tick.
What’s Included in Our Moonee Ponds 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
Campus Educators
Sharna Troise
Campus Director
Sharna has been a part of the OAC family for almost 5 years, working in the Moonee Ponds and Hawthorn Campus. She has a passion for building strong and meaningful relationships with children where they feel safe and supported, connecting with families and the community, and guiding and mentoring professional growth. Sharna takes a hands-on approach and prides herself on promoting an open and friendly culture in the campus. Currently, she is completing her Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching, which she will finish this November.
Sharna Troise
Campus Director
Sharna has been a part of the OAC family for almost 5 years, working in the Moonee Ponds and Hawthorn Campus. She has a passion for building strong and meaningful relationships with children where they feel safe and supported, connecting with families and the community, and guiding and mentoring professional growth. Sharna takes a hands-on approach and prides herself on promoting an open and friendly culture in the campus. Currently, she is completing her Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching, which she will finish this November.
Sharna has been a part of the OAC family for almost 5 years, working in the Moonee Ponds and Hawthorn Campus. She has a passion for building strong and meaningful relationships with children where they feel safe and supported, connecting with families and the community, and guiding and mentoring professional growth. Sharna takes a hands-on approach and prides herself on promoting an open and friendly culture in the campus. Currently, she is completing her Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching, which she will finish this November.
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
- 1/767 Mt Alexander Road, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039
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
Sharna Troise
Sharna has been a part of the OAC family for almost 5 years, working in the Moonee Ponds and Hawthorn Campus. She has a passion for building strong and meaningful relationships with children where they feel safe and supported, connecting with families and the community, and guiding and mentoring professional growth. Sharna takes a hands-on approach and prides herself on promoting an open and friendly culture in the campus. Currently, she is completing her Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching, which she will finish this November.
Sharna has been a part of the OAC family for almost 5 years, working in the Moonee Ponds and Hawthorn Campus. She has a passion for building strong and meaningful relationships with children where they feel safe and supported, connecting with families and the community, and guiding and mentoring professional growth. Sharna takes a hands-on approach and prides herself on promoting an open and friendly culture in the campus. Currently, she is completing her Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching, which she will finish this November.
Sharna Troise
Campus Director
Sharna has been a part of the OAC family for almost 5 years, working in the Moonee Ponds and Hawthorn Campus. She has a passion for building strong and meaningful relationships with children where they feel safe and supported, connecting with families and the community, and guiding and mentoring professional growth. Sharna takes a hands-on approach and prides herself on promoting an open and friendly culture in the campus. Currently, she is completing her Bachelor of Early Childhood Teaching, which she will finish this November.
