Gowrie offers two early learning services in Docklands – enrolling now

Gowrie has a proud history of supporting families with high quality childcare and kindergarten services in Docklands.  Gowrie is known for the rich learning experiences and unique outdoor space at The Harbour offering long day care and integrated kindergarten.  We opened our second site in January 2021, partnering with the new Docklands Primary School where our new kindergarten is located.  Gowrie Docklands Kindergarten offers sessional kindergarten.  Children in Docklands deserve the best quality early education and care and we look forward to providing this to even more families for many years to come.

Both Gowrie services in Docklands were rated as Exceeding the National Quality Standards in 2023.

Come and see for yourself, call us to book on to a tour or to join a virtual presentation. Meet the team, hear about the programs and see the facilities. We have kindergarten and long day care places available.

The period from birth to the time children begin formal schooling is fundamental to lifelong learning. Gowrie’s programs promote children’s inherent curiosity and wonder. We view each child as rich in potential, capable and competent.  We recognise that all children and families have the ability to succeed and we support inclusion and opportunities for all. 

Join our Waitlist today!

Gowrie @ The Harbour

Our long-standing and highly respected service for families who live or work in Docklands.  At 1 Seafarer Lane we continue to offer long day care programs for children aged six weeks to five years, sessional kindergarten programs for 3- and 4-year-olds, and an integrated kindergarten program for three and four-year-olds.

We offer progressive and flexible indoor/outdoor programs. The innovative design of the garden among the high towers of Docklands makes for a special place for children.  We believe in being inclusive and approachable and are proud of our Exceeding rating, awarded in December 2023.

Places available.

Call us on 8624 1000 or e-mail docklandsenrolments@gowrievictoria.org.au to arrange a tour.

Gowrie Docklands Kindergarten

Co-located with the Docklands Primary School, we offer sessional kindergarten. Enrolments are flexible and there are spaces for 66 children across two rooms.

The unique design provides opportunity for community building through shared spaces and close connections with the Docklands Primary School as well as the wider community.

We are proud to be rated Exceeding in August 2023.

Join the waitlist for 3 and 4 year old kindergarten.

Call us on 9115 6520 or e-mail docklandsenrolments@gowrievictoria.org.au to arrange a tour.

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A big Thank you to everyone who has put in so much work behind to scene to keep things fun and normal for the kids during all the challenges this year. Planning, comms, cleaning, constant changes are very hard and thanks for getting it right, getting it done in addition to spending quality time with the kids. My personal life and career wouldn’t have been as good without all of Gowrie’s achievements

At the end your staff are the best. Staff and facilities such as the open outdoor policy is why we attend. Thank you.

Thank you for caring for my daughter as much as we as her parents do. It’s evident when we drop her off she’s so happy to be there and though we’d love to be able to have her every day with us, we’re so happy to leave her somewhere that she’s happy to be at.

The team is doing an amazing job. We are so so grateful to have Thomas attend. We feel he is getting an incredible start to life by attending.

 

 

Gowrie @ The Harbour

Long Day Care (6 weeks to 5 years)
Integrated Kindergarten
7.30am to 6pm. 50 weeks of the year

Sessional Kindergarten (3-5 years)
Group A – Mon, Tues, Weds 9.15am – 2.15pm 
Group B – Mon, Weds, Thurs 9.15am – 2.15pm 
Group C – Mon, Thurs, Fri 9.15am – 2.15pm
Group D – Tues, Weds, Fri 9.15am – 2.15pm
Group E – Tues, Thurs, Fri 9.15am – 2.15pm

School terms only

Fee – $181 per day
Sessional Kindergarten: No charge

For children enrolled in our integrated kindergarten programs you will receive a kindergarten subsidy (approximately $2101) that will offset the kindergarten program component of your out-of-pocket fees, this will be applied directly to your account in instalments over the year.

Lunch and morning & afternoon tea provided

Call us on 8624 1000 or e-mail docklandsenrolments@gowrievictoria.org.au to arrange a tour.

We’re pleased to accept your enrolment request at any time of the year. Once we have your booking request and a place becomes available, you will be emailed a letter of offer. If you require childcare immediately and a place is available, we will be happy to offer you that place. If a place is not available or your enrolment is for next year, please join our waiting list.

To ensure a fair, equitable and transparent process, Gowrie Victoria follows the Commonwealth Government Priority of Access Guidelines:
Priority 1: a child at risk of serious abuse or neglect
Priority 2: a child of a single parent or parents who satisfy the work/training/study test
Priority 3: any other child

The National Quality Framework (NQF) came into effect in 2012. Children’s education and care services are assessed and rated against the National Quality Standards. This ensures a high standard of care for children in the critical areas of education, health and safety and provides clear and comprehensive information for families. The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority undertake the assessment and rating process. It is also the point of contact for any questions services may have about the assessment and rating process.

In December 2023, Gowrie @ The Harbour was awarded the Exceeding rating under the National Quality Standards. 

The Victorian government is progressing 3 interrelated reforms that are integral to reducing family violence and promoting child wellbeing or safety. From April 2021, additional organisations and services were prescribed under all 3 reforms and this includes Early Childhood Education and Care services.

The initial point of contact for Information Sharing is the Early Learning Manager who can be contacted via phone or email:

The Harbour
8624 1009
docklandsenrolments@gowrievictoria.org.au

Ph: 8624 1000 E-mail: docklandsenrolments@gowrievictoria.org.au
Located at Level 1, 1 Seafarer Lane, Docklands VIC 3008

Gowrie Docklands Kindergarten

Sessional Kindergarten. Same as school term dates:

Three-year-old Sessional Kindergarten
15 hours per week over 2 days

  • Group one: Monday and Tuesday 8:30am-4:00pm
  • Group two: Wednesday and Friday  8:30am-4:00pm
  • Group three: Wednesday and Thursday  8:30am-4:00pm
  • Group four: Thursday and Friday 8:30am-4:00pm


Four-year-old Sessional Kindergarten
15 hours per week over 2 days

  • Group one: Monday and Tuesday 8:30am-4:00pm
  • Group two: Wednesday and Friday  8:30am-4:00pm
  • Group three: Wednesday and Thursday  8:30am-4:00pm
  • Group four: Thursday and Friday 8:30am-4:00pm

Free kindergarten will be available for all three and four year old children enrolled at Gowrie Victoria sessional kindergarten programs.

No meals provided

After joining the waitlist you will be able to book a tour.

Call us on 9115 6520 or e-mail docklandsenrolments@gowrievictoria.org.au to arrange a tour.

We’re pleased to accept your enrolment request at any time of the year. Once we have your booking request and a place becomes available, you will be emailed a letter of offer. If you require childcare immediately and a place is available, we will be happy to offer you that place. If a place is not available or your enrolment is for next year, please join our waiting list.

To ensure a fair, equitable and transparent process, Gowrie Victoria follows the Commonwealth Government Priority of Access Guidelines:
Priority 1: a child at risk of serious abuse or neglect
Priority 2: a child of a single parent or parents who satisfy the work/training/study test
Priority 3: any other child

We will also be offering places in line with Docklands Primary School which will be zoned. Priority will be given to those families who live within the zone and plan to attend Docklands Primary School. For more information on the zone, please see the Find my School website 

The National Quality Framework (NQF) came into effect in 2012. Children’s education and care services are assessed and rated against the National Quality Standards. This ensures a high standard of care for children in the critical areas of education, health and safety and provides clear and comprehensive information for families. The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority undertake the assessment and rating process. It is also the point of contact for any questions services may have about the assessment and rating process.

The Victorian government is progressing 3 interrelated reforms that are integral to reducing family violence and promoting child wellbeing or safety. From April 2021, additional organisations and services were prescribed under all 3 reforms and this includes Early Childhood Education and Care services.

The initial point of contact for Information Sharing is the Early Learning Manager who can be contacted via phone or email:

Docklands Kinder
03 9115 6520
docklandsenrolments@gowrievictoria.org.au

Ph: 03 9115 6520  E-mail: docklandsenrolments@gowrievictoria.org.au
Located at 17 Little Docklands Drive Docklands VIC 3008

Join our Waitlist today!