Platypus Junction Croydon in Croydon, Victoria, Australia | Childcare service

Platypus Junction Croydon

Locality: Croydon, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 8393 1780

Address: 20 - 22 Croydon Road 3136 Croydon, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.platypusjunction.com.au

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25.01.2022 January 2021 ~ Start the new work year smoothly & book extra care with us at Platypus Junction Early Learning Centre via KindyNow app. #platypusjunction #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctioncroydon #kindynow #extracare #earlylearning #childcare #melbourne #langwarrin #croydon #mulgrave

25.01.2022 We are proud to be sponsoring the latest ‘Beyond the Bump’ podcast this week. The topic is discussing how to talk with your children about a diverse culture and supporting this in Early Learning curriculum. In lieu of a promotion, we are donating $2,000 to the @alnf_ which should enable over 100 books for their literacy and numeracy programs for children. ... Listen here: http://ow.ly/zgcc30qOocp

24.01.2022 Spring During the school holidays, why not celebrate spring by providing a simple and inviting drawing activity with your children at home. By setting up some fresh spring flowers and accessible art materials to explore and experiment with. A totally open-ended art activity that encourages close observation of details, colour, form and line through wide open eyes and curiosity. #spring #learningthroughplay #platypusjunctionearlylearning #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctioncroydon #platypusjunctionlangwarrin

24.01.2022 We are really excited to be launching a new casual booking app called KindyNow at Platypus Junction. As an enrolled family, you now able to conveniently make new casual bookings at our centre 24/7 from your mobile with the complimentary KindyNow App. Check your email for more information on how to start using the app and manage your casual bookings with us today! Download from the App Store: bit.ly/kindynowi... Download from the Google Play Store: bit.ly/kindynowa See more

23.01.2022 Wow.. how quick this year has flown by! A little quote to embrace what we feel is most important for this year particularly during Christmas for our children.. "Christmas will always be as long as we stand heart to heart and hand in hand." -Dr Seuss ... #platypusjunction #onemonthtillchristmas #togetherwearestronger #family #childcaremelbourne #mulgrave #langwarrin #croydon #earlylearning #christmas2020 #christmasbauble

23.01.2022 "Children have a great urge to learn about dinosaurs." Why not discover with your family dinosaurs around Melbourne, hosted by Melbourne zoos within Victoria ... Take a look at this website for more details: http://ow.ly/i73Y50CsVXp... #platypusjunction #dinosaurs #melbournezoo #werribeezoo #healesvillesantuary #zoosvictoria #earlylearning #learnthroughplay #supportingmelbournebusiness #childcaremelbourne #mulgrave #langwarrin #croydon

23.01.2022 Join us for our very last learning @ home live zoom session. Help us celebrate our last zoom time together by having a end of zoom party. So dress in your favourite party costume and get ready for lots of party games and dancing. We will also be making a special party hat so have some paper, pencils and crayons handy.... We look forward to seeing you this Friday 25th September 2020 at 10am. Bianca, Shannon and Marushka.

22.01.2022 ~ Pancake Tuesday ~ For pancake day, what is your favourite topping to decorate pancakes? A variety of strawberries, blueberries or mixed berries & a light drizzle of maple syrup over fluffy pancakes we think is a great way to start this day!... . . #platypusjunction #platypusjunctioncroydon #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platyusjunctionlangwarrin #pancaketuesday2021 #pancakes #shrovetuesday #feb16 #berries #earlychildhoodeducation #earlylearning #earlylearningcentre #melbourne #Victoria See more

22.01.2022 Our learning environments encourages children to develop dispositions for learning such as curiosity, cooperation, confidence, creativity, commitment, enthusiasm, persistence, imagination and reflexivity. (VEYLDF-outcome 1: Children are confident and involved learners) As shown in our Toddler one room, it provides a vast variety of materials and equipment suitable for the development of young children. . .... #platypusjunction #platypusjunctioncroydon #toddlers #childcare #earlylearningcentre #daycare #learningenvironment #playbasedlearning #learnthroughplay #childledplay #childledlearning #melbourne #croydon #maroondahsmallbuisness #localcommunity See more

22.01.2022 Rememberance Day 11.11.2020 Remembering and honouring our hero's. #platypusjunction #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #platypusjunctioncroydon #platypusjunctionmulgrave #rememberanceday2020

22.01.2022 National Nutritional Week 11th -18th October 2020 Need some healthy and colourful snack ideas?... Have a look at this great website that provides some helpful tips for encouraging children to explore healthier options. http://ow.ly/kC6l50BLCxe

21.01.2022 "This is a Christmas tree in a large pot and lights on it." - Zeb, 5 years old Kinder children exploring the concept of Christmas through using a variety of art materials at Platypus Junction Croydon Early Learning Centre. #platypusjunction #platypusjunctioncroydon #christmasiscoming #kinder #earlylearning #reggioemiliaapproach #childcaremelbourne

21.01.2022 Mindfullness can boost the quality of our lives in numerous ways. In today’s rush, we all think too muchseek too muchwant too muchand forget about the joy of just being. What does mindfulness do to spark the joy of just being?" And, how can we teach our children to start benefiting from its practice? ... Take a look at the link below of 25 mindfulness activities you can start to implement within your children lives and your lives today... http://ow.ly/mSxQ50Cu3MB #platypusjunction #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctioncroydon #mindfulness #mindfulnessforchildren #wellbeing #meditation #earlylearning #learnthroughplay #playbasedlearning #childcaremelbourne

21.01.2022 Boy did we love spoiling our fabulous Platypus Junction Educators Today #educatorsappreciationday

21.01.2022 Embracing the outdoors ... with various play opportunities for children to explore, learn, discover and engage in. . . #platypusjunction #platypusjucntioncroydon #outdoors #playbasedlearning #summer #earlylearning #earlychildhoodeducation #kindergarten #prekindergarten #earlylearningcentre #croydon #melbourne

21.01.2022 World Space Week 2020 is celebrating satellite technology. The event runs from 4th -10th October. This image highlights the lens through a satellite overlooking the earth. Take a look at this link below sharing some interesting facts about satellites & world space week ... http://ow.ly/K7GR50BKkwY #platypusjunctionearlylearning #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctioncroydon #space #worldspaceweek #satellites

20.01.2022 GREEN GO! YELLOW WAIT! RED STOP! This is our PJ Croydon Video for walk safely to school week which we have been celebrating is this week. We have been busy with the children learning facts and role playing about safety around the road.... This is a wonderful clip to watch with your children to promote safely walking in the community learning about some basic road rules and safety. Enjoy! http://ow.ly/ZVui50zNlsW

19.01.2022 Good Morning PJ families! With a new week beginning and some new positive cases of Coronavirus in Melbourne being announced over the weekend in the news, we thought it was a good opportunity to reach out and share some tips and advice on how to remain well and minimise the risk of spreading coronavirus within our community. Check your email inbox for some updated information and some new hygiene measures we have in place at each centre to help keep our Platypus Junction com...munity healthy during winter. http://ow.ly/wxUA30qQis6

18.01.2022 Our children are the ROCK on which our future will be built , our greatest asset as a NATION! - Nelson Mendela #platypusjunction #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #platypusjunctioncroydon #kindnessday2020 #worldkindnessday #earlylearning #childcare #childrenareourfuture #13november #melbourne

18.01.2022 Johnny Warrkatja Malibirr's Story - the artist behind the beautiful illustrations of our book featured for today 'The Little Birds Day' Johnny Warrkatja Malibirr is a Yolu man from the Ganalbingu clan and is known for his paintings of Ganalbingu song lines as well as his mother’s Wägilak clan stories. Along with other members of his clan, Johnny keeps culture strong through painting, song, dance and ceremony. He travelled to Canberra in 2000 and performed at the official ope...ning of Aboriginal Modern Worlds exhibition at the National Gallery of Australia. Johnny lives in the remote East Arnhem Land community of Gapuwiyak, where he is Chair of the Gapuwiyak Culture and Arts Aboriginal Corporation. In 2017 Johnny was the inaugural winner of the Kestin Indigenous Illustrator Award. As the recipient of the biennial award, Johnny received $10,000, a mentorship and the opportunity to illustrate the children's picture book, Little Bird's Day by renowned author and illustrator Sally Morgan. https://vimeo.com/374036897

17.01.2022 Graduation celebrations with our Kindergarten children at Platypus Junction Croydon Early Learning Centre for 2020 #platypusjunction #platypusjunctioncroydon #graduation2020 #kinder2020 #earlylearning #childrencelebration #earlychildhoodeducation #playbasedlearning #melbourne #childcare #kindergarten #croydon

17.01.2022 A fan favourite at Platypud Junction, Schnitzel Von Krumm classic - Forget Me Not https://youtu.be/PI6ZbUWo4C4

17.01.2022 Hello PJ Families, please take the time to check your email to read the new information from the Government on Childcare transitioning back to the Childcare Subsidy and when the Free Childcare Package is extended to. We can print out a copy for you if you would prefer a hard copy. Have a nice evening - PJ Team

17.01.2022 We have a limited number of places available at our local Croydon Childcare & Kindergarten. Feel free to share this news with friends and family. Refer a friend to our Croydon Centre and receive an extra two weeks of holiday credit for your family if they enrol by 30th June 2021. T&Cs apply. Our Centre Team Ashleigh and Sarah are available to discuss your child's needs, call 8393 1780. #earlylearning #kindergarten #kinder #childcare #earlyyearseducation

16.01.2022 In line with the new directives from the DHHS, we kindly ask each parent and child over 12 years old to please wear a face mask or fitted face covering when entering Platypus Junction for drop off and pick up by this Thursday morning drop off 23rd July. Please check your email for more information, we have included some helpful links on gaining access to masks and resources. Thank you kindly for your co-operation in keeping our Platypus Junction Community safe and well. ... http://ow.ly/ndQi50ADDEW *to clarify, children who attend Platypus Junction do not need to wear a mask. For more information please refer to this link or your email.

16.01.2022 We love literacy and pairing the Alphabet with fantastic art is a terrific way to stimulate children’s visual cues for learning. Enjoy, Alpha Block https://youtu.be/i6pHVQkzYR0

16.01.2022 Our Pre-Kinder group have been incorporating singing and language skills for Reconciliation Week at Langwarrin with Amanda! They are singing about the 'Boon Wurrung Land' and giving their thanks. http://ow.ly/r6w850zRV8V

15.01.2022 Thanks Mamma Knows East! We hope we can see some friendly faces on Saturday 22nd! Happy Weekend Mamma Knows East Families!!

14.01.2022 To our Platypus Junction Community, We are excited to see more smiley faces returning to care this Monday 28th September 2020 We have really missed all of the families and children that have not been able to use Platypus Junction physically. So we can't wait to re-engage the Platypus Junction Children for a really fun, engaging and strong finish to the year helping our little thriving learners to re-initiate their learning and care journey with their educators in person.... #platypusjunctionearlylearning #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctioncroydon

13.01.2022 How grateful and delighted the team of educators were at Platypus Junction Early Learning Centre Croydon to be welcomed into the staff room to celebrate Chinese New Year with homemade dumplings made fresh by one of our educators. Platypus Junction values highly ~ recognising cultural inclusiveness and participation from educators/staff/families and children within all of our centres. Those dumplings look delicious! ... Happy Luna New Year . . #platypusjunction #platypusjunctioncroydon #chinesenewyear #happylunanewyear2021 #dumplings #porkgyoza #earlylearning #earlylearningcentre #melbourne #victoria #australia See more

13.01.2022 The Gruffalo...come for an adventure in the deep, dark, wood! https://youtu.be/lmyN43QUEgE

12.01.2022 Our bright purpose built early learning centre in Croydon, encompasses the historic church hall. This wonderful structure has been a special addition to our beautiful learning environment. Our first room as you enter, Toddler one room, contains a series of beautiful lancet/ arch windows.... The original and special features in the toddler one roo, create a unique, interesting, warm and vibrant atmosphere for the children to embrace and learn in. This learning environment is thoughtfully created for the development of toddler children. . . #platypusjunction #daycare #toddler #children #earlyyearseducation #play #parents #child #kindergarten #earlylearning #archwindow #lancetwindow #playbasedlearning #learnthroughplay #childcare #croydon #maroondahsmallbusiness #easternsuburbsmelbourne

12.01.2022 Love the outdoors Outdoor Classroom Day ... 5th November 2020 ... is a global movement to inspire and celebrate outdoor play & learning. #platypusjunction #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platyusjunctioncroydon #earlylearning #outdoorclassroomday #learnthroughplay #childcare #playbasedlearning #outdoorplay

11.01.2022 Need some inspiration for offline activities for your children? Take a look at 5 great play and learn apps for offline fun! The apps are designed to entertain and educate without requiring access to Wi-Fi or a mobile signal ... http://ow.ly/zlh950BKcWG See more

11.01.2022 We are excited to launch our live Learning @ Home package to all Platypus Junction families. Starting this Monday, our goal is to support the vital link between Platypus Junction and our children at home. It's important for each child to feel a sense of belonging to their PJ community, be involved in early learning interaction and of course continue to foster a fun social connection for your child. Check your email inbox to register for the live learning @ home session for Monday 10am!

10.01.2022 Cant.aloupe ... rockmelon humour Why not try a fresh, seasonal, healthy & sweet Cantaloupe instead. Take a look at this website for some great health benefits cantaloupe can provide... http://ow.ly/LOrk50Cnztw #platypusjunction #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctioncroydon #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #healthyeating #nourish #rockmelon #cantaloupe #wellbeing #childcaremelbourne #organicmelon #summeriscoming

10.01.2022 Kinder 4A & 4B have been exploring self portraits. Self portraits are a great way to allow children to express themselves & to build their self identity through drawing. Please have a look at some of our Kinder children's journey of self discovery with their unique self portraits. #platypusjunctionearlylearning #platypusjunctioncroydon #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #selfportraits #learnthroughplay #childrensart

10.01.2022 Need more time to shop, cook, wrap & prepare for your holiday celebrations?? Please instantly view our last minute vaccancies and secure a new booking from the convenience of your mobile phone via KindyNow to your mobile phone at http://ow.ly/mIwh50CyHY7 #platypusjunction #earlylearning #kindynowapp #kindynow #christmasiscoming #childcaremelbourne #langwarrin #mulgrave #croydon

08.01.2022 We are so proud of our little learners, they have been working on their Art Project. Exploring artist from Piet Mondrian to Jackson Pollock our Kinder 3's at Croydon have been experimenting with different techniques and having a whole lot of fun during this experience! Watch our video story here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uBsxJWKod4

08.01.2022 We wanted to share our PJ Croydon kindergarten children’s experience this week celebrating Reconcilliation Week - it’s been so wonderful watching the children exploring some of the culture and being more connected to their land, animals and people for the theme in this together. We are very proud of the Platypus Junction Team and Children. http://ow.ly/5ZtS30qKBsS

08.01.2022 Munch, munch, munch The Very Hungry Caterpillar https://youtu.be/XEulRA6TGis

07.01.2022 World Space Week 2020 is celebrating satellite technology. The event runs from 4th -10th October. This image highlights the lens through a satellite overlooking the earth. Take a look at this link below sharing some interesting facts about satellites & world space week ... http://ow.ly/ziB150BKkwZ #platypusjunctionearlylearning #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctioncroydon #space #worldspaceweek #satellites

07.01.2022 "Cooking (from scratch) is the single most important thing we could do as a family to improve our health & general well-being." ~ Michael Pollan At Platypus Junction Early Learning Centre's we're passionate about great food for all the children. All of our food is made fresh daily by our centre chefs. It's fresh, nutritious & enticing. ... I wonder what is cooking today? ... #platypusjunction #platypusjunctioncroydon #healthyfood #healthyrecipes #foodforchildren #kitchensmelbourne #fresh #freshfood #freshproduce #nutritious #enticing #chefskitchen #cookingfromscratch #childcare #earlylearning #melbourne

07.01.2022 'Never worry about the size of your Christmas Tree, in the eyes of children, they are all 30 Feet tall.' ~ Larry Wilde A little humour to share and reflect during this festive season. #platypusjunction #christmastree #art #childrensart #christmas2020 #christmasishere #creative #learnthroughplay #playbasedlearning #beads #fun #earlylearning #childcare #melbourne #victoriaaustralia

06.01.2022 "The road to SUCCESS is always under CONSTRUCTION!" #platypusjunction #platypusjunctioncroydon #croydon #constructiveplay #learnthroughplay #playbaselearning #outdoorplayenvironment #childcaremelbourne

06.01.2022 From all of us here at Platypus Junction Early Learning Centre, wishing you all a wonderful Christmas & a safe, and happy festive season for 2020. #platyusjunction #platypusjunctioncroydon #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #platypusjunctionmulgrave #merrychristmas #christmas2020 #family #friends #health #togetherness #happiness #joy #peace #grateful #earlylearning #earlychildhoodeducation #childcare #melbourne #australia

06.01.2022 Children's acknowledgement towards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people - The First Australians NAIDOC WEEK 2020. #platypusjunction #platypusjunctioncroydon #kinder #naidocweek2020 #naidocweek #earlylearning #croydon #reggioemiliaapproach #playbasedlearning

05.01.2022 One month until Christmas Eve ... Santa's Post Box is open from November - 10th December 2020 Encourage your children to write a letter to Santa that will be delivered to the North Pole and they'll get a reply from Mr. Claus himself. This is a FREE event ... ... Take a look at this website for more details: http://ow.ly/1vz150CsWuO #platypusjunction #santaspostbox #santamail #letterstosanta #australiapost #onlymelbourne #earlylearning #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctioncroydon

05.01.2022 We are celebrating Reconciliation Week at Platypus Junction and to begin our week long programming, we have the wonderful Leah from PJ Croydon reading an award winning book by Sally Morgan and Illustrated by Johnny Warrkatja Malibirr called 'Little Birds Day' https://youtu.be/V5T5SJzSAuA

05.01.2022 Through the eyes of a child, another wonderful self portrait capturing a child's very own observations and interpretation using the concept of drawing in our Kinder room at Platypus Junction Croydon. #platypusjunctionearlylearning #platypusjunctioncroydon #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #selfportraits #learningthrougplay #childrensart

05.01.2022 That SAND feeling... Prekindergarten children discovering, exploring and playing with sand within their own unique ways at Platypus Junction Croydon Early Learning Centre. . .... #platypusjunction #platypusjunctioncroydon #sand #sandplay #explore #discover #learnthroughplay #childledlearning #childledplay #playbasedlearning #outdoors #prekindergarten #childcarecentre #melbourne #croydon See more

04.01.2022 Recycling PVC pipes - Teaching children to care for the environment is a learning experience that is an important part of growing up. It gives them skills in respect, empathy, patience & responsibility. But it also teaches them valuable lessons about sustainability & provides unique opportunities to explore recycled elements through play. #platypusjunction #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctioncroydon #recycleweek2020 #recycle #sustainability #pvcpipes #learnthroughplay #playbasedlearning #earlylearning #childcaremebourne #sensoryplay #sand

04.01.2022 Watermelon Wednesday... Need a healthy & quick snack idea for your little one on those warm days ? ... WATERMELON STICKS are loved by all!! Watermelon is in season at the moment & it is rich in vitamin A and C and has no cholesterol, sodium, or saturated fat. What can be a better snack than a finely carved slice of watermelon? ... #platypusjunction #platypusjunctioncroydon #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #healthyeating #nourish #watermelon

03.01.2022 https://vimeo.com/374045162 Illustrator, Johnny Warrkatja, reads the book he illustrated, 'Little Bird's Day', to 'Bapi' class at Gapuwiyak School in NE Arnhem Land from Gapuwiyak Arts.

02.01.2022 Choosing the right centre for your child and family can be tricky. Tune in to the link below podcast "beyond the bump" in which features our very own Platypus Junction Early Learning Centre Group Operations Manager Felicity sharing her knowledge and her personal experience regarding questions about choosing the right centre for your child/family and all things childcare and early learning. A special thank you to Beyond the Bump podcast 'Sophie and Jayde' for sharing a podcas...t on providing families with positive information regarding questions about care for children. http://ow.ly/CNH050DB65p . . #platypusjunction #platyusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctioncroydon #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #beyondthebumppodcast #earlylearningcentre #melbourne #Victoria #australia See more

02.01.2022 We'd love to see some familiar friendly faces for our locally driven Open Day. Bring a friend who might be interested in securing a childcare place, grab a coffee and baby chino on us to enjoy your Saturday morning for fun some community spirit.

02.01.2022 Gratitude is believed to be one of the healthiest emotions that humans can practice. Being grateful is the kindest gesture that you can show for what you have and valuing it is the highest form of thoughts. Teaching children to be grateful is important because instilling the sense of the gesture goes beyond good manners. Experts share tips on child development and how teaching gratitude for children, can help them become better human beings. ... Please see the link below for some easy ways to practice gratitude with your children today ... http://ow.ly/U3uU50CVOk1 #platypusjunction #platypusjunctionlangwarrin #platypusjunctionmulgrave #platypusjunctioncroydon #grateful #gratitude #kindness #earlylearning #earlychildhoodeducation #playbasedlearning #learnthroughplay #mindfulnesspractice #humble #empathy #gratefulheart #childcaremelbourne #mulgrave #langwarrin #croydon

01.01.2022 Do you love your veggies .. Why not "Try for 5 challenge!" to help celebrate National Nutrition Week 2020. Take a look at this great website which encourages children to eat 5 vegetables per day. ... http://ow.ly/IJXM50BQxI4