Curriculum

Guiding children’s learning through play, discovery, and creativity

Curriculum

“In addition to the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework (VEYLDF), the standard curriculum which every government-funded Early Learning Centre must follow, Choklits does things big, really big! Our curriculum is truly inclusive and designed to give every child the best possible start in life. We promote agency, independence and interdependence through interactions, experiences, routines and events, planned and unplanned. We believe Learning is Everywhere and our focus is on learning through play. Our Educator’s extensive knowledge of the framework allows us to prepare meaningful and engaging programs based on children’s development and individual interests.”

– Janine Fox, Choklits Ringwood Service Director

At Choklits, we believe play is the most important part of childhood learning. What may look like “just playing” is actually how children explore, experiment, and make sense of the world around them. Through play-based learning, children naturally build important skills in a fun, engaging, and child-led environment. At our Ringwood, Surrey Hills, and Croydon centres, we nurture each child’s curiosity and support their growth through meaningful play experiences.
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Choklits Services have funded three-year-old and funded four-year-old kindergarten programs which all carry the important "Kinder Tick" identifier. You can be assured that services that have the government accredited Kinder Tick operate kindergarten programs led by qualified teachers, the program delivered is play-based and the program is funded by the Victorian Government.
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Choklits features some of Melbourne’s largest outdoor natural playgrounds, designed to support children’s health, wellbeing, and development through play. With dedicated outdoor spaces for different age groups, we prioritise room to explore, learn, and have fun - giving children far more space than standard childcare centres.
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Choklits provides fresh, healthy meals designed with Nutrition Australia to support children’s growth, learning, and wellbeing. Our seasonal menu is prepared daily by an experienced chef, with all dietary needs and allergies carefully catered for. We’re proud to offer award-winning kitchen standards, no added sugar, and hands-on vegetable garden experiences that help children build healthy eating habits from an early age.
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At Choklits, our all-inclusive program gives every child access to a rich, engaging, and holistic learning experience with no hidden costs or extra fees. Across our Ringwood, Surrey Hills, and Croydon centres, we provide far more than childcare - we create nurturing environments that support development, inspire curiosity, and foster a lifelong love of learning.
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Everything Included, Every Day

A Rich Learning Environment Designed for Growing Minds

At Choklits, we believe children learn best when they feel supported, inspired, and excited to explore the world around them. That’s why our all-inclusive program goes far beyond traditional childcare, offering children access to enriching experiences including sport, yoga, music and movement, language learning, excursions, incursions, and community-based activities. Every experience is thoughtfully designed to encourage creativity, confidence, social connection, and a lifelong love of learning.

Our centres are warm, welcoming environments where children are encouraged to play, discover, and thrive at their own pace. From our expansive outdoor play spaces and engaging educational curriculum to nutritious meals prepared onsite and all daily essentials provided, every detail is carefully considered to make life easier for families while creating the very best experience for children each day.

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I would like to thank all the staffs of this Choklits Surrey Hill, especially the Director Qing and Manager Dee, for their support during this tough time for my child and I. I just moved to Box Hill, and I have had multiple tours around all the childcare in Box Hill. But there was not any make me feel satisfied with. As a result, I finally came across Choklits on a strong recommendation from a friend who has worked in the education industry for more than ten years. The environment inside is the cleanest childcare I have ever visited. And the teachers and children in this childcare are very kind. And the apps used for communication between families and educators is also very convenient for parents to know their children’s daily situation at any time. Teachers and the diretor will also communicate with each parent in a timely and patient manner. And they were very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about my child in a short time. So my child adapted to this new environment with their help in few days. Also, the distribution ratio between children and teachers is appropriate. Almost every child receives timely care and attention. Especially children with allergies are also highly concerned and cared by Choklits. The Choklits’s food is very good and the facilities here are also very good. Parents are strongly recommended to send their children to this childcare. This is undoubtedly a great support for parents.

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Guo

Choklits Surrey Hills has been such a wonderful, positive place for my 2 year old. The staff always have a smile on their face and are so welcoming and the rooms and grounds are so clean. The educators are fabulous and are always trying to find new ways to educate and keep the kids engaged and learning. I highly recommend.

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Alexandra

Choklits is an amazing centre where both our boys thrived, thanks to the warm and caring educators and the variety of activities and incursions included. I highly recommend this centre.

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Rochelle

Both our kids go to Choklits and love it there. I love how all the educators seem to know all the kids even when they’re in different rooms. Feels like family! The extra curricular activities like yoga and music are awesome too.

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Gemma

Fabulous educators with lots of experience. The new owners have created a very warm and welcoming environment. My little one loves all of the extra activities offered, especially the yoga, incursions & excursions! Highly recommend.

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Georgie

We have been part of the Choklits community since 2018 and can’t thank them enough for everything they do for our kids..All the educators have been so loving and caring throughout…Girls simply love going to Choklits every single day…Thanks a ton Team Choklits..keep doing what you do

 

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Sampada
Parent

Choklits isn’t just a childcare centre, it’s a place where my son feels safe, has made beautiful bonds with educators and staff and has many exciting experiences and learning opportunities. I’m excited to pick him up and listen to all the fun things he did that day. We love and appreciate Choklits for the amazing job they do caring for our kids.

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Ellie
Parent

My Daughter started at Choklits at the start of this year and I could not be more happier to know she is in the safest hands. The carers at Choklits go above and beyond to ensure kids are safe, happy and constantly encouraged. Highly recommend Choklits to parents in the community as its diverse and so amazing!

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Giselle

A welcoming daycare that took the time to get to know not only our child but our family too. The educators have a caring nature, and helped our daughter develop great independence. Highly recommended!

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Carly

I love sending my son to Choklits. He has the best time every week, he’ll come home and sing new songs to me. I have seen how much he has grown and developed by attending here and I cannot wait to send out 2nd son here too. I know they will thrive so much, and the community is amazing as well! They not only support our children but they support our family!

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FAQs

What Parents Ask Us Most

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What services do you offer?

Choklits offers long day care, early learning and Victorian Government-funded kindergarten for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. That includes our nursery for babies, toddler rooms, pre-kinder, and three-year-old and four-year-old kinder programs. Every child also has access to our CHOKLITS+ programs including music, yoga, sport, messy play, cooking, language classes, library visits and weekly bush kinder at no extra cost.

Choklits has three centres across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs: Surrey Hills, Ringwood and Croydon. Our Ringwood and Croydon centres have cared for local families for more than 26 years. Each centre serves families from the surrounding suburbs, including Ringwood North, Ringwood East, Wantirna, Mitcham, Vermont, Box Hill, Mont Albert, Balwyn, Camberwell, Croydon North, Croydon Hills, Warranwood, Mooroolbark and Lilydale. You’ll find addresses, maps and contact details on each centre page.

Our centres are open Monday to Friday with long day care hours designed to suit working families. Specific opening and closing times vary slightly by location, so please contact your local centre or check the relevant centre page for exact hours.

Choklits has a team of over 120 qualified early childhood educators, kindergarten teachers, allied health professionals, chefs and specialist program leaders across our three centres. We prioritise long-term relationships, and many of our educators have been with us for years, which means your child is cared for by familiar, trusted faces day after day.

Choklits is a family-owned service with deep roots in Melbourne’s east. Our Ringwood and Croydon centres have cared for local families for more than 26 years, and we’ve since grown to include our Surrey Hills centre. Across that time, our purpose hasn’t changed: to spark a love of lifelong learning in every child who walks through our doors.

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