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Welcome to Kool Kidz Childcare Merrifield
Our purpose-built centre features an expansive wrap-around outdoor play area with sun-safe playgrounds and sandpits. Conveniently located with easy parking, our Mickleham early learning centre provides a rich and stimulating environment for children.
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About our centre
At Kool Kidz Childcare Merrifield, we cater to children from six weeks to six years old in a purpose-built environment. Our centre boasts a spacious outdoor play area that wraps around the building, including sun-safe playgrounds and sandpits. With easy parking and a location designed for convenience, our centre offers both a seamless and enriching experience for families.
Kool Beginnings Curriculum (KBC) is our child-focused, play-based, comprehensive curriculum. Built on the Australian Early Years Learning Framework, we aim to support all children, including those in 3-year-old and 4-year-old kindergarten, to grow and learn through an educational program tailored to their individual goals and needs. We ensure families, educators, and visitors feel a sense of belonging, safety, and security to be who they are and are supported to become all they can be.
Our light-filled, age-appropriate childcare centre offers an extensive selection of educational and engaging books and toys for all our curious age levels.
Our kindergarten program is delivered by Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registered qualified Early Childhood Teachers and qualified Educators, we offer a higher than required educator-to-child ratio to provide more individual attention and consistency of care for your child.
Our Kool Konnect app keeps you updated and informed throughout the day with photos, insights into your child’s activities, and exciting news.
Quality Early Childhood Education in Merrifield
- Childcare services from ages six weeks to six years
- Long daycare
- 3-year old kindergarten
- 4-year old kindergarten
Why do parents choose Kool Kidz Merrifield?
- Outdoor play
Our centre features beautifully designed outdoor spaces with a blend of fixed and flexible equipment - Free kinder & school readiness
Prepares your child for a successful transition from four-year-old kindergarten into primary school - Separate sleeping areas
For naps and rest, we know every child has a different schedule and needs. - E.A.R.T.H Room
Our multi-purpose, communal space where we enjoy educator visits or play on a rainy day.
- Longer opening hours
Our services accommodate your busy schedule, operating from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm. - On-site kitchen
Our full-time cook provides five nutritious and delicious meals each day! - Play-based learning
Our curriculum is play-based, so your child learns in the most joyful way possible. - Cleanliness & hygiene
All toys and equipment are of excellent quality, rated safe and adhere to our stringent hygiene practices.
Meet our Owner, Adrian Maiorana
At Kool Kidz Childcare Merrifield, our passion for educating really sets us apart. Our Approved Provider, Adrian Maiorana is an example of this. With over fifteen years’ experience as both a teacher and an education leader, Adrian offers knowledge, expertise and a deep commitment to his role at Kool Kidz Merrifield.
Adrian has been a proud part of the Merrifield journey since the centre opened in 2016. Now, as its leader, he continues to ensure that it is a space where children, families and educators feel genuinely supported. His background in educational leadership and curriculum development means families can be confident that their children will be guided through their early learning journey by someone who understands the big picture of education, as well as the small and meaningful moments that shape it.
Adrian understands how important quality early learning is in shaping a child’s future, and this is what inspired him to move into the world of early learning and childcare. For him, one of the greatest rewards is witnessing the joy and pride that children and families feel when a child reaches a milestone.
After completing a Media Studies degree at La Trobe University, Adrian then completed his Bachelor of Education at Victoria University. Beyond his role at Kool Kidz Childcare Merrifield, he is community-minded and active, whether it is enjoying the great outdoors, catching up with family and friends, or contributing to his local sporting clubs.
Adrian works actively to ensure that Kool Kidz Merrifield is not only a safe and welcoming place for children to learn, but also a valued part of the entire community. He draws on the strong work ethic instilled in him by his parents at an early age, who built a family business after migrating to Australia, and nurtures the Kool Kidz Merrifield team to always put children’s development and learning first.
Kool Kidz Childcare Merrifield aims to provide an early learning experience that is accommodating for all families and children in the area. Adrian strives to create a safe learning environment that inspires children to learn and grow. He looks forward to welcoming you to our amazing childcare service in Mickleham and being part of your child’s early learning journey.
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Our childcare & kinder programs
Infants
0-1 years
To nurture your infant’s growing mind and body, our qualified educators create healthy, caring relationships with you and your child. Our rooms are filled with toys and equipment for early, play-based fun and learning to support your infant’s physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development. They also include separate cot rooms where your baby can safely sleep according to their routine in their own cot.
Our infant Curriculum fosters early sensory exploration, motor skill development, and social-emotional growth through sensory play, tummy time, and interactive games.
Toddlers
1-2 years
From learning how to solve problems—to discovering books, stories, and words and creatively expressing themselves through activities like painting, singing, and dancing—experience the joy as your child becomes more independent, adventurous, and confident during these wonderful years.
We recognise your toddler’s individuality and increasing sense of independence. Our educators take time to work with your toddler to encourage their understanding of their developing emotions. Immersed in our language-rich environment, your toddler learns words and sentences by singing songs, telling stories and engaging in conversations.
Kindergarten
3-6 years
Not only do we offer an action-packed, immersive and engaging curriculum, but free kindergarten is available at Kool Kidz. Our 15-hour per week program for four-year-olds and 5-to-15-hour program for three-year-olds saves you $2,101 per child.
Our teachers follow our Kool Beginnings Curriculum, which implements the Victorian Early Years and Development Framework (VEYLDF). In our purpose-designed rooms, your child learns and develops the skills they need to be ready for school—and life.
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