Quality CCS Approved sessional childcare programs in line with the Early Years Framework.

Details for 2026:
For children aged 12 months to 5 years.
Tuesday session (4 hours) - 9.15 am to 1.15 pm
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday sessions (5 hours) - 9.15 am to 2.15 pm.

Boroondara’s 1000 Books Before School program encourages parents and pre-school children to start their literacy journey, and commit to reading 1000 books together, before the first day of school.

Whether it’s a book you’ve read together at home, a story from kinder, a library storytime session, or one that’s been read multiple times before, log them all in your 1000 Books Before School reading passport, complete activities and earn rewards along the way.

Everyone has a right to feel included and belong in our community. There are a number of sport and recreation opportunities that people with a disability can participate in within the City of Boroondara.
Providing accessible sport allows people with a disability to become more active, interact with others, be part of a team environment and have the opportunity to try out new sports and recreational activities.

Our skate and BMX parks offer great spaces for skateboarding and BMX track riding, as well as lessons, competitions and regular programs for school groups and school holidays.

We have incredible parks in Boroondara, many with playgrounds and play equipment suitable for all ages.

Cultivate creativity at Boroondara Arts through our learning program. We are committed to providing creative experiences for young people and families through a year-round program of exhibitions, tours, workshops and online resources for primary students. Our education team offers teacher resources to inspire students and meet curriculum outcomes.

Boroondara Library Service children's collections and programs encourage a lifelong love of reading from birth to primary school. Knowledgeable library staff are on hand to help develop early literacy and language skills in a fun and enriching environment.
We hope this curated collection of reading recommendations, programs and early literacy tips and hints will help you on the reading journey with your family.

A program facilitated by qualified early childhood educators. Children enjoy a range of indoor and outdoor activities. Childcare subsidy available (CCS). Runs on weekdays from 9 am to 2 pm (5 hours) — cost: $100 per session (less CCS, if applicable), or from 8 am to 5 pm (8 hours) — $135 per session (less CCS, if applicable). Must be a member to enrol (​$30 full or $15 concession).

School readiness program for 3 – 5 year olds. At Mrs Clarke’s school the emphasis is on creating a fun and nurturing environment where children learn through stories, games, singing and dancing.

Let’s be creative and learn robotics skills of the future!! Imagine, Create, Build and Play with various educational robots! Open to Prep to Grade 6.