Do you want your child to enjoy social interaction in a respectful and caring, homely environment?. Is your child experiencing a world renowned Montessori education that is focused on their personal interests hence developing a love of learning for the future?. Do you think your child is being challenged while at daycare and working to their full potential during their most precious years?.
Would you like to see your child gain self-esteem and confidence through the use of self-paced activities that promote achievement?. Would you like your child to grow up with an appreciation and respect for our natural environment?. Do you want your child to learn at a kindergarten where they will develop emotional intelligence allowing them understand and control their own feelings as well as show respect to others?.
Would you like to see your child gain self-esteem and confidence through the use of self-paced activities that promote achievement?. Would you like your child to grow up with an appreciation and respect for our natural environment?. Do you want your child to learn at a kindergarten where they will develop emotional intelligence allowing them understand and control their own feelings as well as show respect to others?.
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Designed by Dr Maria Montessori who was a scientist and educationalist, this method of education is based on her observations of children for over 40 years. The term 'respect the child' underpins her methodology and success of this world renowned and proven method of early education. Independence: Fostered through activities that teach care of self and care of personal hygiene.
What is kindergarten? Kindergarten in Victoria is an early learning program providing 10 - 15 hours of pre-school instruction per week over a 40 week period per year. The purpose of this program is to reveal children socially and introduce them to basic academic concepts. The intention of the program is to assist children in the transition to primary school over the year.
Reviews (9)
Lee Michaels
Sep 06, 2020
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Our 3yo son has been attending for approximately a year. In our experience, all the benefits stated on the Piccolos website are true. In particular its helped develop his concentration, love of challenges and he's made friends too. The environment is impeccable, the food is healthy and the staff are great. With extended hours, it's more flexible than family day care and has proven to be better value for money too.
Rachael McCullough
Jun 20, 2019
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The best start you can give your child!
We have now had two children go through the Piccolos' doors and the experience has been fantastic for both parents and children alike.
Montessori is an amazing program.
Our children have been given a solid foundation in reading, writing and basic math but also have made amazing friendships and have played and laughed and learnt about the world around them.
The 'school length day' worried me initially - but certainly did not worry the children - they enjoyed it and it prepared them well for school.
Importantly the children are safe and well cared for
We have now had two children go through the Piccolos' doors and the experience has been fantastic for both parents and children alike.
Montessori is an amazing program.
Our children have been given a solid foundation in reading, writing and basic math but also have made amazing friendships and have played and laughed and learnt about the world around them.
The 'school length day' worried me initially - but certainly did not worry the children - they enjoyed it and it prepared them well for school.
Importantly the children are safe and well cared for
Shevonne Harrington
Oct 17, 2018
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The most amazing place for your children to grow, learn and develop in a caring and supportive environment. I can’t speak more highly of this place . It has the most amazing teachers , support staff, facilities and all the children are so kind to each other. We were very very lucky to get into the overport campus , this school is the best investment we could have ever given our children! The kids love it there too -so much so, that they want to go to piccolos on the weekend , says a lot!!
Stephanie Van Twuiver
Dec 21, 2016
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I am so grateful to the staff at Piccolos for the excellent service they provide. I was apprehensive about returning to work after three glorious years off with my baby boy. I was worried about how he would respond to strangers and being left in their care while I disappeared for a very long working day. My apprehensions evaporated quickly as Piccolos proved to be the perfect fit for us. The staff are friendly, enthusiastic and love what they are doing. Piccolos provide a family –like environment and care about the well-being of your child. The program is play based and child centred (Montessori
Stephanie De Graaf
Oct 18, 2016
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My son started at Piccolos Accelerated Learning in April 2015. At the time I was working full time and I wasn't thrilled with his care arrangements. I scheduled and apt with Barbara, the owner of Piccolos and I was delighted with her knowledge and enthusiasm. We discussed the Montessori Philosophy and a bit of an overview on how they structure their time with the children. Honestly, I was vaguely familiar with Montessori Child Care Centres. It does not seem to be as well known in Australia, so to find a centre that was/is a stonesthrow away from home was wonderful. I felt like I had hit the jackpot
Piccolos Drive
Sep 06, 2016
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Michelle Chung
Jan 20, 2015
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My daughter attended Piccolos for 3 years, during this time she developed strong relationships with the staff. Her teachers were wonderful, they thoroughly prepared her for Prep this year, and her transition into Prep was effortless. The staff have always been extremely kind, supportive and caring towards my daughter. The facilities at Piccolos are amazing, and the children have access to a huge variety of Montessori equipment, the equipment and centre is kept spotless. At the end of last year, we were presented with five portfolios filled with her work from the 3 years she attended Piccolos as
Veronica Lees
Nov 25, 2014
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Wow.. absolutely Gobsmacked by the previous review.
POSITIVE COMMENTS NEED TO BE POSTED MORE OFTEN!
I had my last 2 children attend Piccolos for 3 years each. My eldest son went to 2 other montessori's while we were settling into the local area. This is a unique school. It has EVERY montessori resource available which is unusual as it is expensive to set up these schools. It is government funded which made it affordable. My first child went there after we applied and had a meeting with the owners. It was me interviewing them and they were awesome. My daughter then went there as it was her time
POSITIVE COMMENTS NEED TO BE POSTED MORE OFTEN!
I had my last 2 children attend Piccolos for 3 years each. My eldest son went to 2 other montessori's while we were settling into the local area. This is a unique school. It has EVERY montessori resource available which is unusual as it is expensive to set up these schools. It is government funded which made it affordable. My first child went there after we applied and had a meeting with the owners. It was me interviewing them and they were awesome. My daughter then went there as it was her time
Romal S. Zada
Aug 29, 2014
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I have had my eldest daughter go to Piccolos for 2 years, had great service and all the carers took the extra step in making sure that my daughter was happy and having fun. I know this centre very well because when they opened I registered my daughter there and they have done many upgrades, extended the centre to comfort more kids and have taken care of every request we had made in terms of Veg. food only, if medicine was meant to be given, they did it on time and with their best effort. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND PICCOLOS FOR ANY PARENTS WHO WANT TO GIVE THE BEST TO THEIR CHILDREN.
