Spring Enrolments Open
September Enrolments and 2027 Planning
Now is an important time for families planning childcare and Kindergarten for the remainder of 2026 and into 2027.
Availability is becoming limited across a number of our Little Grasshoppers centres, so if you are looking for care now, considering additional days, or planning a start for next year, we recommend getting in touch with our Enrolments Team as early as possible.
It is free to join our waitlist. Simply let us know your preferred centre, days and start date and our team can keep you updated as places become available.
Planning Childcare for 2027?
August is a great time to start planning ahead.
If you are returning to work, looking to increase your child’s days or considering a new childcare centre for 2027, we encourage you to book a personal tour now.
Visiting a centre gives you the opportunity to meet our educators, explore the learning environments and ask any questions before making your decision.
Kindergarten 2027 Enquiries
We are now accepting enquiries for 3 Year Old and 4 Year Old Kindergarten in 2027.
Little Grasshoppers offers funded Kindergarten within long day care, giving families the benefits of a Kindergarten program alongside the flexibility of care from 7am to 6pm.
If your child will be eligible for Kindergarten in 2027, we encourage you to enquire early and join the waitlist for your preferred centre and days.
Key Dates Coming Up in September
There is plenty happening across Little Grasshoppers this September as we welcome Spring and enjoy another month of learning, celebrations and special moments together.
Tuesday 1 September
New Spring Menu
Our new Spring Menu arrives across Little Grasshoppers, bringing fresh seasonal flavours and nutritious meals for our children to enjoy.
Wednesday 2 September
Early Childhood Educators’ Day
A special day to recognise and celebrate our wonderful Little Grasshoppers educators and the important role they play in supporting, nurturing and inspiring our children every day.
We are incredibly proud of our educators and all they bring to our centres, children and families.
Sunday 6 September
Father’s Day
Throughout the week our centres will be celebrating the dads, grandfathers and special people in our children’s lives.
Celebration dates and activities will vary by centre, so please check with your centre team for details about your Father’s Day celebration.
Tuesday 8 September
Crazy Hair Day
Get ready for some colourful creations and plenty of smiles for Crazy Hair Day!
Children and educators are invited to join in the fun and come along with their craziest, most creative hairstyles.
Thursday 10 September
R U OK?Day
R U OK?Day is an important reminder of the value of connection, kindness and checking in with the people around us.
Across our centres we will be encouraging age appropriate conversations and activities centred around friendship, feelings, caring for others and wellbeing.
Monday 21 September to Friday 2 October
Victorian Spring School Holidays
Spring School Holidays begin on Monday 21 September and continue through to Friday 2 October.
Little Grasshoppers long day care continues throughout the school holiday period, excluding public holidays.
If your child attends Sessional Kinder and you need additional days please check with your centre and where we have availability we will try our best to accommodate additional days to support our families
Friday 25 September
Little Grasshoppers Centres Closed
All Little Grasshoppers centres will be closed on Friday 25 September for the Friday before the AFL Grand Final public holiday.
We will reopen as normal following the public holiday.
Monday 5 October
Term 4 Begins
Term 4 begins on Monday 5 October.
We look forward to welcoming our Kindergarten children into another exciting term of learning, discovery and preparation for the end of the year.
Secure Your Preferred Centre and Days
With five Little Grasshoppers centres across the Mornington Peninsula, our Enrolments Team will work with your family to find the best available placement and support your child’s early learning journey.
📍 Mount Eliza
📍 Mornington Main Street
📍 Mornington Parwan Crescent
📍 Moorooduc Coolstores
📍 Somerville
Book your personal tour online:
www.littlegrasshoppers.com.au
Speak with our Enrolments Team:
📞 (03) 5978 0808, select line 7
📧 enrolments@littlegrasshoppers.com.au
Leap into learning
We warmly welcome you and your family to Little Grasshoppers. Beginning your childcare journey is an important milestone and we are here to support you every step of the way.
We look forward to building a trusting relationship and sharing in your child’s growth over the years ahead
Grasshoppers is a family business that was established over 35 years ago here on the Mornington Peninsula. Grounded in trust, safety, communication and integrity. Our hands-on approach ensures every family feels supported from their very first interaction and throughout their journey with us.
We understand that starting childcare is a significant milestone. That is why we take the time to support both children and parents through a calm, considered transition, building confidence and connection from day one.
Our centres are thoughtfully designed to create a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe, secure and ready to explore. Each room and outdoor space is purposefully created to support the age, stage and individual needs of every child.
At Little Grasshoppers, learning happens through play every day. Our programs are guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and planned in partnership with families to support each child’s interests, strengths and development.
We integrate funded Kindergarten within our long day care setting, supporting a smooth transition to school through strong connections with local primary schools.
The safety and wellbeing of every child is at the heart of everything we do, providing reassurance for families every day.
The safety and wellbeing of every child is at the heart of everything we do. We are proud that our recent parent survey reflects this commitment, with 100% of families reporting they feel confident leaving their child in our care, satisfied with their experience, supported throughout their child’s transition, and finding our team approachable.
Families can feel reassured knowing that every practical step has been taken to ensure a safe and secure environment. Access to the centre is managed through electronically secured entry with individual PIN codes for families, while all visitors are required to enter via a controlled access point. Children are only collected by authorised persons unless otherwise arranged.
All activities are carefully planned and risk assessed, ensuring children can explore, learn and play in a safe, supportive and well-managed environment every day.
We look forward to getting to know you and your child as we work closely together to make your family’s experience at Little Grasshoppers a fundamental part of your child’s development.
Parwan | Main Street | Eramosa | Coolstores | Mt. Eliza
Our Bright Minds Program
Through joyful activities, we empower children to build confidence, unleash creativity, and make choices in self-expression. As they dance, sing, and play, they develop crucial listening skills and explore elements of their identity through imaginative role play. The program also nurtures early literacy with rhyming, patterns, and sound recognition.
Our educators understand the importance of expanding horizons for children, taking them beyond the familiar realms of family and center. Through initiatives like Bush Kinder, Community Explore, and Intergenerational Connections, our centers offer a rich tapestry of Community Engagement opportunities.
Through running, jumping, crawling, and engaging in activities that involve throwing and catching, we not only make physical activity fun but also contribute to the development of coordination, balance, strength, and overall fitness in our children.
Contrastingly, we understand the importance of stillness. Deep breathing exercises and meditative moments provide our children with tools to manage emotions, reduce stress, and develop self-awareness, laying the foundation for a balanced and healthy mindset.
In this ever-evolving world, instilling environmental consciousness and sustainable living is essential. OUR WORLD is designed to cultivate a generation not only aware of their environment but also dedicated to creating a positive impact on the planet.
Through engaging activities like composting, gardening-to-kitchen experiences, recycling efforts, and caring for animals, our children learn and practice the 7 R’s of sustainability: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Respect, Repair, Reflect, and Refuse.
“In creating Little Grasshoppers, I wanted parents to trust us, not only with the safety of their children but with their education. To bring innovation and change to the playing field, elevating our carers from babysitter to educators.”
– Lucy P.
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