7:00am – 6:00pm
Monday to Friday
Open 52 weeks
Except Vic public holidays
6 weeks – school age
Baby, toddler & kinder
6 Huxtable St
Mount Waverley VIC 3149
Free Kinder Program 2027
Two ways to do kinder at Syndal
Funded 3- and 4-year-old kinder through two flexible options — choose the one that fits your family.
Integrated Kinder
within Long Day CareAvailable all year · 52 weeks, including school holidays- Kinder teaching programDelivered by a VIT-registered Early Childhood Teacher as part of the Long Day Care program.
- Lunch & snacksProvided as part of the Long Day Care program.
- Days & hoursMonday to Friday, all year · 7:00am – 6:00pm
- Funded kinder15 hours per week / 600 hours per year (4-Year-Old Kinder).
- SubsidiesThe Child Care Subsidy (CCS) and the Victorian Free Kinder offset are both applied, so you only pay the gap.
Free Sessional Kinder
at SyndalVictorian school terms only · not provided in school holidays- Kinder teaching programDelivered by a VIT-registered Early Childhood Teacher.
- Lunch & snacksProvided each day.
- DaysMonday & Wednesday (standard program).
- Session times8:30am – 4:00pm · 7.5 hours a day, 15 hours a week, 600 hours a year.
- Fee100% free for eligible children — no kinder fees to pay.
- FlexibilityAdd before care from 7:00am and after care until 6:00pm on kinder days, pre-booked or casual, so it fits a working week.
Optional wrap-around care for sessional kinder
Child Care Subsidy (CCS) may apply to eligible wrap-around care and Long Day Care bookings.
Fees & funding
Work out your gap fee
Our full day is $155, but most families pay far less once the Child Care Subsidy is applied. Move the slider to estimate yours.
One all-inclusive daily fee. Meals and snacks, nappies, sunscreen and orientation are all included, with no enrolment or admin fees.
This is an estimate only, based on 2026–27 Child Care Subsidy rates (from 6 July 2026), Syndal’s current fees and pre-booked sessions. It allows for the 5% of CCS that Services Australia withholds until end-of-year balancing. The higher rate applies to second and younger children aged 5 or under when family income is below $370,727. The Free Kinder offset uses the 2026 rate ($2,101 a year) until the 2027 rate is announced. Your actual subsidy is determined by Services Australia.
Fees & CCS → · About Kinder 2027 → · Services Australia CCS →
Why Syndal
Care that fits your family, not the other way round
A small, family-run centre where every child is known — with care and kinder options that work around your week.
Small groups
See our roomsOur baby room has a maximum of 8 children with 2 educators, and our toddler room a maximum of 12 with 3.
Free Kinder
About Kinder 2027Government-funded 3- and 4-year-old kinder, delivered by two VIT-registered kindergarten teachers.
Meals made daily
See our food and menuBalanced meals on a rotating four-week menu, tailored to your child’s dietary needs.
A stable, long-term team
Meet our teamCommitted educators who stay, so your child builds real, lasting relationships.
Storypark updates
About StoryparkSee your child’s day through learning stories, photos and videos shared by educators.
Natural outdoor play
See our playgroundA spacious natural playground, plus a separate safe outdoor space just for babies.
Mount Waverley
About us
Family-owned, and part of Mount Waverley for 25+ years
Syndal Childcare & Early Learning Centre has cared for local families for more than 25 years. With a long-term, stable team, children see the same familiar faces every day, which makes settling in so much easier.
Children learn through play in our rooms and spacious natural outdoor spaces. As they approach school age, our government-funded kindergarten program helps them start prep socially ready and confident.
Our rooms
A space for every age
Age-based rooms with small numbers, so every routine and milestone gets attention.
6 weeks – 2 years
Baby Room
Max 8 children with 2 educators, and its own safe outdoor space.
2 – 3 years
Toddler Room
Max 12 children with 3 educators in a play-based space to explore.
3 – 4 years
Kinder Room
Funded kinder and long day care under one roof, getting children ready for school.
All ages
Playground
A big, natural outdoor environment for active, imaginative play. Babies also have their own separate outdoor area.
Our educators
Meet the team in each room
Tap a room to see the familiar faces your child will spend their day with, and the cook behind their meals.
Babies and young toddlers. Calm, close and cuddly — with their own outdoor area.
Ramandeep
Room Leader
Seoyi
Educator
Beatrice
EducatorToddlers finding their feet, their words and their friends.
Tippy
Room Leader
Lan
Educator
Tina
EducatorArthi
EducatorTeacher-led kinder for 3 to 5 year olds. Getting school-ready, one curious question at a time.
Ruby
Kinder Room Leader
Cleo
Early Childhood Teacher
Vanessa
EducatorFresh, balanced meals cooked on site every day, on a rotating four-week menu.
Duwandra
CookWhat parents say
Loved by local families
My child is in this kindergarten, and the teachers here are very patient to the kids. They teach them many songs and games and pay close attention to their growth. The meals are also excellent, and my child is very happy here every day.
JaYao Zhao
Syndal parent
Amazing kinder & childcare centre. They are privately owned and have the best educators who truly cares for the well-being and happiness of each kid! Thank you for ensuring our child is ready for prep next year!
Cynthia Chiu
Syndal parent
My son has been attending Syndal Childcare for 3 years. It has been a fun place for my son and he has grown into an independent smart kid. He loved activities like birthday celebrations, Australian animal visits, chick hatching and firefighter visits.
Harsh
Syndal parent
FAQs
Questions parents ask
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Give us a call — we’re always happy to chat.
What ages do you care for, and what are your hours?
We care for children from 6 weeks old to school age. We’re open 7:00am–6:00pm, Monday to Friday, 52 weeks a year (except Victorian public holidays).
How many children are in each room?
Our baby room has a maximum of 8 children with 2 educators, and our toddler room (2–3 years) a maximum of 12 children with 3 educators. Our kinder room is led by two VIT-registered kindergarten teachers. Babies also have their own outdoor play area, separate from the older children.
Do you offer funded kindergarten?
Yes. We run a government-funded kindergarten program for 3- and 4-year-olds within long day care. Through Victoria’s Free Kinder program, eligible children can receive up to 15 hours of funded kinder a week.
How do fees and the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) work?
Before your child starts, complete the CCS assessment through myGov to confirm your eligibility. Full fees apply until your subsidy is confirmed in our system. Read our fees & CCS guide.
Are meals and nappies included?
Yes, both are included in your daily fee. Nutritious meals are prepared daily on a rotating four-week menu (displayed in our foyer) and tailored to your child’s dietary needs, and we supply nappies, so there’s no need to pack them.
Is there an orientation before my child starts?
Yes, and it’s free. Before your child’s first day, we invite you to three 1-hour orientation sessions together, so your child can get to know their room and educators with you right beside them.
How will I know how my child’s day went?
We use Storypark, a secure app where educators share learning stories, photos and videos of your child’s day and development.
How do I enrol?
The best first step is to book a tour or call us on (03) 9802 7453. You can also join our waitlist online.
Visit us
Come and see Syndal for yourself
The best way to know if we’re right for your family is to visit. Book a tour, meet our educators and see the rooms in person.
Contact us
Opening Hours: 7:00 am ~ 6:00 pm Monday to Friday
52 weeks per year: Except victorian public holidays