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Elsternwick Childcare & Kindergarten

Elsternwick Centre

Weekdays 7:30am to 6pm

21 Sandham Street Elsternwick VIC 3185

Childcare Montessori Preschool Classroom with open shelving, desks and chairs, and Montessori materials.
Childcare Montessori Preschool Classroom with open shelving, desks and chairs, and Montessori materials.
Childcare outdoor playground with sandpit, bike track, tricycles, and shade sails
Childcare outdoor playground with sandpit, bike track, tricycles, and shade sails
Childcare Montessori Preschool Classroom with open shelving, desks and chairs, and Montessori materials.
Childcare Montessori Preschool Classroom with open shelving, desks and chairs, and Montessori materials.
Childcare outdoor playground with cubby house, bikes, and shade sails
Childcare outdoor playground with cubby house, bikes, and shade sails
Childcare Montessori Preschool Classroom with open shelving, desks and chairs, and Montessori materials.
Childcare Montessori Preschool Classroom with open shelving, desks and chairs, and Montessori materials.
Childcare outdoor playground with sandpit, cubby house, bike track and tricycles
Childcare outdoor playground with sandpit, cubby house, bike track and tricycles
Childcare infant classroom with Montessori materials
Childcare infant classroom with Montessori materials
Childcare outdoor playground with sandpit, cubby house, and shade sails
Childcare outdoor playground with sandpit, cubby house, and shade sails
Childcare Infant Classroom with Montessori materials on shelves
Childcare Infant Classroom with Montessori materials on shelves
Childcare Montessori Preschool Classroom with open shelving, desks and chairs, and Montessori materials.
Childcare Montessori Preschool Classroom with open shelving, desks and chairs, and Montessori materials.
Childcare outdoor playground with sandpit, bike track, tricycles, and shade sails
Childcare outdoor playground with sandpit, bike track, tricycles, and shade sails
Childcare Montessori Preschool Classroom with open shelving, desks and chairs, and Montessori materials.
Childcare Montessori Preschool Classroom with open shelving, desks and chairs, and Montessori materials.
Childcare outdoor playground with cubby house, bikes, and shade sails
Childcare outdoor playground with cubby house, bikes, and shade sails

About Elsternwick Childcare and Kindergarten

Our Elsternwick childcare and kindergarten centre is nestled in the peaceful suburban surrounds at 21 Sandham St, Elsternwick VIC 3185. We offer a welcoming Montessori preschool and early learning environment for children aged six weeks to six years. With nutritious catered meals, a sun-safe and allergy-aware approach, and convenient, safe parking for drop-off and pick-up, we aim to make each day smooth and supportive for families looking for quality childcare in Melbourne.

Designed with a warm, open-plan layout, our Elsternwick centre features light-filled Montessori classrooms tailored to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Smaller class sizes help create a calm, nurturing space where each child can grow and thrive at their own pace.

Childcare outdoor playground with sandpit, cubby house, bike track and tricycles

Discover a Nurturing Montessori Experience in Elsternwick

At our Elsternwick kindergarten, each classroom is thoughtfully designed with carefully selected educational materials that spark curiosity and support your child’s unique stage of development. These hands-on learning tools are chosen to match your child’s interests and needs, creating an ideal environment for meaningful growth.

Beyond the classroom, children enjoy exceptional outdoor play areas filled with engaging gross motor activities that encourage exploration, imagination, and confidence-building through movement.

Our passionate team of Montessori educators at Elsternwick Montessori Academy take a personalised approach to every child’s learning journey. They observe each child closely, gently guiding them toward experiences that align with their development while nurturing a love of learning in a calm, respectful atmosphere.

We invite you to book a tour of our Elsternwick campus to meet our caring team and discover how a Montessori education can empower your child to thrive.

Childcare Montessori Preschool Classroom with open shelving, desks and chairs, and Montessori materials.

Why Elsternwick Families Choose Montessori Academy

  • Montessori & EYLF Curriculum
  • Personalised Montessori Education Programs for all ages
  • Trained Montessori Educators
  • Additional $2,050* off with Kinder Funding
  • CCS approved childcare centre
  • Full set of Montessori educational materials
  • Munch and Move Program
  • Morning and afternoon tea, lunch and late snack are provided
  • Nappies and wipes are provided
  • Extra Curricular Activities
  • Designated drop-off and pick-up parking
  • Sun safe and allergy aware

We’d love to welcome you and your child, why not come see our beautiful learning environment in person?

Meet the Centre Manager

Meet Fiona, Centre Manager at Elsternwick Montessori Academy. With over 20 years of experience in early childhood education, she is deeply passionate about the Montessori philosophy and its ability to foster independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

She is committed to creating a warm and respectful environment where children thrive and families feel supported as part of a vibrant, inclusive early learning community.

What Our Families Say

Our Programs

Montessori Academy is Australia’s leading Montessori Childcare and Early Learning provider. We deliver a Montessori Education Programs for ages 0-6 that nurtures confident, courageous, and independent learners. Join our Montessori learning community today.

0-2

Infant Program

The Infant Program is designed to meet the developmental needs and interests of children aged 0-2. Children learn through movement and exploration.

2-3

Toddler Program

The Montessori Toddler Program is active, self-paced, and involves learning using all five senses. Children are introduced to the five areas of the Montessori Curriculum.

3-6

Preschool Program

The Montessori Preschool Program is a structured academics and wellbeing program that prepares children for their transition to school.

4-6

School Readiness

Our School Readiness and Kinder Preparation Program combines school-styled workbooks with practical school readiness skills to develop a positive and confident attitude towards school.

0-2

Infant Program

The Infant Program is designed to meet the developmental needs and interests of children aged 0-2. Children learn through movement and exploration.

2-3

Toddler Program

The Montessori Toddler Program is active, self-paced, and involves learning using all five senses. Children are introduced to the five areas of the Montessori Curriculum.

3-6

Preschool Program

The Montessori Preschool Program is a structured academics and wellbeing program that prepares children for their transition to school.

4-6

School Readiness

Our School Readiness and Kinder Preparation Program combines school-styled workbooks with practical school readiness skills to develop a positive and confident attitude towards school.

How to get to Elsternwick Montessori Academy Childcare Centre

Nearby Centres

Explore our network of Montessori childcare centres across Sydney and NSW, each offering quality early learning tailored to your child’s needs. Whether you’re looking for a location close to home or work, we have options to suit your family. Find the perfect Montessori childcare centre near you and give your child the best start.

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We are a Montessori childcare centre in Clayton, VIC. Our preschool and early learning centre provides nutritious catered meals, nappies, safe drop-off and pick-up parking, as well as a sun-safe outdoor play area. Book a tour at Clayton Montessori Academy today.

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Montessori Academy's Forest Hill Childcare Centre offers Montessori Infant & Toddler programs, as well as an outstanding Preschool & School Readiness program. Enquire about our Montessori curriculum for children aged 0 to 6 today.

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Experience Quality Childcare & Preschool Services at Altona Meadows. Montessori Academy Offers Top-notch Childcare for Holistic Development. Enroll Today!

More Information

On Saturday 14th June, Montessori Academy celebrated grand opening of their new Condell Park North Childcare and Early Learning Centre. Montessori Academy’s childcare and preschool in Condell Park welcomed local families and community leaders for a fun-filled celebration, showcasing the centre’s commitment to quality early education and care.

Montessori Academy’s Auburn Albert Road childcare and preschool will be hosting a open day on Saturday 5th July 2025. Register for free tickets to enjoy free catering, children’s activities, and offers.

In Montessori education, practical life skills play a fundamental role in fostering independence, confidence, and responsibility in young children. These activities go beyond simple tasks – they provide children with the foundation for real-world learning and self-sufficiency.

Montessori Academy is thrilled to announce construction is underway for our second childcare centre in Belmore, NSW 2192. This project will repurpose the former Belmore RSL Club into a purpose-built early learning and intergenerational care facility, thoughtfully designed to serve as a vibrant hub for families and the wider community.

Montessori Academy is thrilled to announce the acquisition of a new DA-approved site for a multi-use development and childcare in Bass Hill, NSW 2197. We look forward to setting a new benchmark for mixed-use and intergenerational care in Bass Hill.

On Saturday 14th June, Montessori Academy celebrated grand opening of their new Condell Park North Childcare and Early Learning Centre. Montessori Academy’s childcare and preschool in Condell Park welcomed local families and community leaders for a fun-filled celebration, showcasing the centre’s commitment to quality early education and care.

Montessori Academy’s Auburn Albert Road childcare and preschool will be hosting a open day on Saturday 5th July 2025. Register for free tickets to enjoy free catering, children’s activities, and offers.

In Montessori education, practical life skills play a fundamental role in fostering independence, confidence, and responsibility in young children. These activities go beyond simple tasks – they provide children with the foundation for real-world learning and self-sufficiency.

Montessori Academy is thrilled to announce construction is underway for our second childcare centre in Belmore, NSW 2192. This project will repurpose the former Belmore RSL Club into a purpose-built early learning and intergenerational care facility, thoughtfully designed to serve as a vibrant hub for families and the wider community.

Montessori Academy is thrilled to announce the acquisition of a new DA-approved site for a multi-use development and childcare in Bass Hill, NSW 2197. We look forward to setting a new benchmark for mixed-use and intergenerational care in Bass Hill.

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