Welcome to Ada Mary A’Beckett
Children’s Centre
Located in a quiet pocket of Port Melbourne, Ada Mary A’Beckett Children’s Centre is nestled amongst residential houses, right next to the beach. Despite being just 5km from the CBD, the centre boasts plenty of outdoor space, and large yards, for the children to enjoy. We boast an exceeding rating from ACECQA– meaning we exceed the national benchmark for high quality early childhood education and care. ACECQA is an independent national statutory authority responsible for overseeing important changes to early childhood education and care and outside school hours care in Australia.
Families can make use of easy walking access with secure pram, scooter and bike storage, while our off-street car park allows safe drop off and collection. With all-day parking near-by and easy access to the CBD by bus or tram, our centre is well positioned for families in neighbouring suburbs who commute to the CBD or Docklands. Open 52 weeks per year.
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land, the Boon Wurrung people,
Why choose Ada Mary A’Beckett?
Beach discovery program
We promote a child centered curriculum, with a focus on children learning through play. Each child is planned for on an individual basis, taking into account individual interests, strengths and abilities.
Curriculum
We promote a child centered curriculum, with a focus on children learning through play. Each child is planned for on an individual basis, taking into account individual interests, strengths and abilities.
Nutrition
We are part of the healthy together Achievement program run by the state government meeting benchmarks and achieving accreditation for our 4 weekly rotational menu which is prepared fresh onsite daily. Our cook and kitchen manager are available to discuss any individual allergy requirements.
Centre features
- Long day care facility for babies, toddlers and children aged 6 weeks to 6 years
- Exceeding in all Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority Rating areas
- Quality early learning programs delivered by passionate educators
- Large outside space for the Children to enjoy.
- Carpark on site for easy drop off and pick up.
- Fresh nutritious meals baked and prepared on site by our chef.
- Our fees include all meals, nappies, linen and sunscreen.
- Large spacious rooms
- Open 7:00am – 6:30pm
- Open 52 weeks a year.
What our parents think
“Ada Mary is a fantastic day care center. Our son has been there for the last 3 years and he loves going there! Sometimes he even asks to go there during the weekend!
Fantastic educators, healthy homemade food, diversified activities that teach them to take care of themselves, respect each other and enjoy our environment with care…. We would highly recommend this childcare to everyone
– Stephanie“I have been part of Ada Mary for over five years, watching my son move through from Nursery to Preschool and now my daughter. I am so happy watching my children thrive at Ada, I can see it through their confidence and smiling faces at the end of every day ”
– Christie“Ada Mary is such a welcoming environment, it’s like a second home for our family. Both of our girls have loved their time there. The staff are caring, the programs are stimulating and fun, and the outdoor spaces are perfect for little adventurers.”
– KateOur Commitment to Child Safety
Ada Mary A’Beckett Children’s Centre is committed to child safety. We support and respect all children, families, our staff and volunteers. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. We are an accepting, safe place where we aspire to build a community free from bias, discrimination and stereotypes; strongly promoting respect for all people, land and animals on Boon Wurrung land where Ada Mary A’Beckett Children centre stands
We have zero tolerance of child abuse, and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we have concerns about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
Ada Mary A’Beckett Children’s Centre is committed to preventing child abuse and identifying risks early, and removing and reducing these risks. We have strong recruitment practices to reduce the risk of child abuse by new and existing staff and volunteers. We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks.
Our centre encourages and supports environments where the past is acknowledged and Aboriginal cultural diversity is respected. We provide culturally safe environments for Aboriginal children that help to recognise and address risks so children’s efforts to be identified as Aboriginal are supported.
We are committed to the cultural safety of children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, and to providing a safe environment for children with a disability.
We have specific policies and procedures in place that support our staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.
learn, play, grow
Ada Mary A'Beckett Children's Centre
2 Batman Road
Port Melbourne 3207
