On this page Content components A community-focused centre with playgroups, occasional care and kindergarten programs. Contact detailsAddress: 7 Samarinda Ave, Ashburton 3147 Phone: (03) 9885 7789Email: [email protected]Website: Craig Family Centre websiteVisit the kindergarten: Visit our Open days for kindergartens page for information about the annual open day in May or contact the kindergarten to arrange a time to visit. The Craig Family Centre is also running regular tours each Wednesday at 2pm, however these are limited to 4 families per tour. You can find out the availability of these tours and book your place by calling the centre on (03) 9885 7789. About Craig Family Centre This kindergarten embraces a diverse, inclusive community in a supportive and welcoming environment set in a bush setting and modern facility. Children are encouraged to develop their individuality against a backdrop of educational opportunities that foster a love of learning and fun whilst developing foundations skills that will equip them in the future stages of life. We offer occasional care and extended hours along with the child care subsidy where applicable. Learn more about the centre's staff, programs, facilities and philosophies on the Craig Family Centre website. 2026 session times3-year-old kindergarten programKangaroo groupThis program offers 15 hours of free kinder per week, and 3 hours of additional optional hours.DayFree kinder hoursAdditional hoursTuesday8:30 am to 4 pm8 to 8:30 am4 to 5 pmThursday8:30 am to 4 pm8 to 8:30 am4 to 5 pmWombat groupThis program offers 15 hours of free kinder per week, and 12 hours of additional optional hours.DayFree kinder hoursAdditional hoursMonday9 am to 2 pm8 to 9 am2 to 5 pmWednesday9 am to 2pm8 to 9 am2 to 5 pmFriday9 am to 2 pm8 to 9 am2 to 5 pm4-year-old kindergarten programKoala groupThis program offers 15 hours of free kinder per week, and 3 hours of additional optional hours.DayFree kinder hoursAdditional hoursTuesday8:30 am to 4 pm8 to 8:30 am4 to 5 pmThursday8:30 am to 4 pm8 to 8:30 am4 to 5 pm Platypus groupThis program offers 15 hours of free kinder per week, and 12 hours of additional optional hours.DayFree kinder hoursAdditional hoursMonday9 am to 2 pm8 to 9 am2 to 5 pmWednesday9 am to 2 pm8 to 9 am2 to 5 pmFriday9 am to 2 pm8 to 9 am2 to 5pm 2026 fees per termThe Victorian Government Free Kinder initiative is available at this kindergarten. Concession rates are not applicable.3-year-old kindergarten program:Kangaroo (15 hours per week): FreeAdditional hours 8 am to 8:30 am: $9 per half hour/dayAdditional hours 4 pm to 5 pm: $18 per hour/day.Wombat (15 hours per week): FreeAdditional hours 8 am to 9 am: $18 per hour/dayAdditional hours 2 pm to 5 pm: $50 for 3 hours per day.4-year-old kindergarten program:Koala (15 hours per week): FreeAdditional hours 8 am to 8:30 am: $9 per half hour/dayAdditional hours 4 pm to 5 pm: $18 per hour/day.Platypus (15 hours per week): FreeAdditional hours 8 am to 9 am: $18 per hour/dayAdditional hours 2 pm to 5 pm: $50 for 3 hours per day. Rating against the National Quality StandardEarly childhood education and care services are assessed and rated against the National Quality Standard (NQS) to:promote continuous improvement in the provision of quality education and careimprove knowledge and access to information about the quality of services to help families make informed decisions about their child’s education and care.See the Craig Family Centre's rating against the NQS and learn more about the rating and assessment process on the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority website. Note: These details have been provided by the Craig Family Centre. For the most up-to-date information, visit the Craig Family Centre website.