Childcare, Long Daycare, OSHC & Vacation Care
“Excuse the mess, we are busy making memories”
A fun, inviting, diverse childcare centre located in Stratton, Western Australia.
Located near the Midland in Perth, within the City of Swan, Stratton Early Learning Centre is more than just a childcare centre, we have been a home away from home for over three decades.
Family owned and independently operated, the centre is considered the heart of the local community.
Whether you’re looking for a Daycare, Kindy, Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) or vacation care we have most families covered.
We are located directly opposite Middle Swan Primary School and accomodate large families with our long daycare options, vacation care and flexible session options. We always take into consideration the needs of the entire family.
What makes Stratton ELC special
Why Choose Stratton Early Learning Centre
Authentic Relationships with Caregivers & Educators
Our long standing and stable team of educators are known for their child-focused atmosphere and trusted meaningful relationships with children. Many families choose Stratton due to being offered choice, options & flexibility.
Our educators are not only qualified – many are parents and grandparents themselves. Some of them having attended the centre when they were children. Low staff turnover means familiar faces and lasting bonds.
Learning sometimes looks a little messy
At Stratton your child will not only pick up a paint brush but they will play with all the toys. You will see their artwork hanging on the wall.
We also take inspiration with philosophies such as Reggio Emilia, our learning programs encourage children to explore, be curious and use their creative gifts.
The centre has kept with tradition and continues to offer the type of environment that their parents yearn to return to. Play-based & fun child led activities that help children express themselves.
Culturally inclusive and family-centred
We are a culturally diverse centre with children, staff and parents that come from different parts of the world. We celebrate our diversity and work with families to ensure cultural events are explored and celebrated.
Your children may participate in a cultural day such as Chinese New Year. We also ensure other special ocassion days are as fun and engaging as possible. Children have participated in days such as talk like a pirate, earth day, pancake day, grandparents day, fairy bread day, are you OK day and the list goes on.
Family Owned and Operated
We are known within the Stratton, Swan View, Middle Swan, Jane Brook and Gidgegannup communities as the childcare centre that has been around for decades.
You will often see the owner Lynne working in the centre and working along side educators. This helps build trusting relationships with families.
The centre prides itself on staying small and intimate so it can continue to offer consistency of educators and enhance that feeling of being a second home.
Nutritious Meals prepared with options
At Stratton we have a dedicated food co-ordinator. The menu is planned within healthy eating guidelines that is updated every 4 weeks.
All meals that are provided – morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, snacks are nut-free. We provide colour coded plates to help keep children safe who have allergies and/or other dietary requirements. We are mindful and sensitive to any religious considerations.
In addition to this if parents or caregivers need additional options or food alternatives we are happy to provide those as well.
Sustainability at Stratton
Woven in to daily activities in the centre is a focus on sustainability. This looks like composting all the food scraps, a reuse of materials that would otherwise end up in landfill, using recycled materials to make art, play and be creative.
Children participate in sustainability hour – the rest period in the middle of the day when the light are turned down or off to conserve energy. They are taught about the water monitors for the taps that conserve water usage. They may participate in learning how to collect rainwater using recycled materials.
The owner & educators at Stratton ELC are consistently devising new ways to be sustainable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We welcome babies from 6 weeks to children up to 5 years of age. We have before and after school care and vacation care for children up to aged 11 years old. Please contact the centre if you have questions in regards to how we can keep siblings together with our wide variety of care options.
How do I enrol my child?
You can send us an email, call us or better yet book a tour. During your visit, we’ll guide you through the entire enrolment process, go through the subsidies, discuss our many options available and assist you with any paperwork that is required.
Can I join a waitlist?
Yes. If we have particular days that are full we can offer to place you on a waiting list and contact you when a spot becomes available. You might also want to enquire about our shorter day session as an option available.
Do you offer part-time or casual care?
Yes we have many options. We have flexibility in terms of shorter days, before and after school care, casual drop in days. We accommodate families working around FIFO rostering. Our focus is working with you and your family to ensure that you have the support you need that best for your family.
Is there a minimum number of days for enrolment?
We prefer two days per week at a minimum to ensure consistency and relationship building with the educators giving your child the best chance to thrive. However if that isnt possible we will work closely with you to ensure you and your child feel supported.
What Parents Are Saying
Experience Stratton Early Learning Centre
Childcare that feels organic & genuine
Choosing the right care for your child is an important decision, one which the long standing staff at Stratton ELC only know too well. That is why we invite you to meet the owner & team yourself.
At Stratton Early Learning Centre, we offer an additional “stay and play” session:
- Meet our eductaors that have worked here for years
- Explore our "Big Kids" outdoor area for older children
- Learn about our School Readiness Program
- Receive assistance with Child Care Subsidy (CCS)
- Spend time in our centre
Our educators will guide and help you with any questions you might have about affordability, extra siblings, shorter days, before and after school hours, vacation care options, anything at all that you need to know.
You can call us, drop in, book a tour, fill out the contact form or simply send us an email. We would love to hear from you.
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Contact the team at Stratton Early Learning Today
We’d love to welcome your children & family in to our centre. Give us a call on 08 9250 7030 or simply pop in to the centre. We are at 21 Lewis Jones Cross, Stratton WA 6056. Whether you are needing information for the future or ready to enrol your child now we are ready to help answer all your questions.