When you join the Choklits family, you are joining a community that believes every child deserves the very best, every single day. We’ve designed our program to be completely all-inclusive, which means your child gets access to a rich, exciting, and holistic learning experience, and your family never has to worry about hidden fees or extra costs. It’s all part of our promise to you.
At our Choklits centres in Ringwood, Surrey Hills, and Croydon, we provide so much more than just a safe place for your child to be. We offer a complete program designed to nurture their development, spark their curiosity, and build a lifelong love of learning. This page gives you an overview of everything that is included in your daily fee, from our exceptional standard program to the incredible extras that make Choklits truly special.
The Foundation for a Lifetime of Learning
Our Standard Program
At the heart of everything we do is our standard program, which is our commitment to providing the highest quality of care and play-based learning for your child, every single day. This isn’t just ‘childcare’; it’s a carefully designed experience that is guided by Australia’s national education frameworks, the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Framework (NQF).
Our curriculum is built around the EYLF’s beautiful core idea of Belonging, Being, and Becoming.
Belonging: We know that children learn best when they feel safe, secure, and connected. We focus on building warm, trusting relationships between our educators, children, and families, creating a true sense of community where every child knows they belong.
Being: Childhood is a time to be present in the moment. We celebrate the joy of the here and now, allowing children to explore, play, and just ‘be’ themselves.
Becoming: The early years are a time of incredible growth. We support children as they change, learn new skills, and develop their own unique identity, helping them to become confident and capable individuals.
The EYLF in Action
A Deeper Look at Our Curriculum
To bring ‘Belonging, Being, and Becoming’ to life, our educators use the three key parts of the EYLF to guide their work every day: the Principles, the Practices, and the Learning Outcomes.
Our Guiding Principles
- Strong Relationships: We build secure and respectful connections with every child.
- Partnerships: We work together with you, the family, because you are your child’s first and most important teacher.
- Respect for Diversity: We celebrate every family’s unique culture, background, and story.
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives: We embed Australia’s First Nations histories and cultures in our program.
- Equity and High Expectations: We believe every child is capable of success, and we support them to reach their full potential.
- Sustainability: We teach children to care for our planet and our community.
- Continuous Learning: Our educators are always reflecting on their work and learning new ways to support your child.
- Teamwork: We work as a collaborative team to provide the best possible experience for every child.
Our Daily Practices
- Holistic Approaches: We care for the whole child — their heart, their mind, and their body.
- Responsiveness to Children: We listen to children and follow their lead, building on their interests and ideas.
- Play-Based Learning and Intentionality: We create fun, engaging play experiences that are also packed with learning opportunities.
- Learning Environments: Our indoor and outdoor spaces are designed to be exciting, challenging, and inviting places to learn.
- Cultural Responsiveness: We make sure every child’s culture and identity is respected and celebrated.
- Continuity and Transitions: We make sure children feel safe and secure as they move through their day and as they prepare for big steps like starting school.
- Assessment for Learning: We carefully observe your child’s progress, celebrate their achievements, and plan the next steps in their learning journey.
Our Learning Outcomes
- “I have a strong sense of identity.” (I know who I am and I am proud of my family and culture.)
- “I am connected to my world.” (I am a good friend and I know how to care for others and my environment.)
- “I have a strong sense of wellbeing.” (I am healthy, happy, and I know how to manage my feelings.)
- “I am a confident and involved learner.” (I love to learn, I’m not afraid to try new things, and I can solve problems.)
- “I am an effective communicator.” (I can share my ideas, listen to others, and I am learning about reading, writing, and numbers.)
Our Amazing Educators
The Choklits Difference
A program is only as good as the people who bring it to life. That’s why we invest so heavily in our team. We are one of the only childcare providers in Australia to have our own dedicated training platform, the Choklits Academy. This means our educators are constantly learning and growing, staying up-to-date with the latest research in early childhood development, and bringing fresh, exciting ideas to our centres every day. When you choose Choklits, you are choosing a team of passionate, dedicated, and highly-trained professionals who are committed to giving your child the best possible care and education.
Introducing CHOKLITS+
Going Above and Beyond
We believe that every child deserves access to extraordinary experiences. While other centres charge extra for special programs, at Choklits, they are all included. We call this CHOKLITS+.
CHOKLITS+ is our commitment to providing a truly exceptional, all-inclusive program. It represents more than 15 unique programs and over 600 extraordinary experiences that your child will take part in each year, all at no extra cost to you. These are the things that take our program from great to unforgettable.
A sneak peek of what’s included in CHOKLITS+:
- In-House Allied Health Services: Regular visits from speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other health professionals to support your child’s development.
- Specialist Sports and Movement: Including Judo, Yoga, and our own ‘Activate’ fitness program to build coordination and confidence.
- Creative Arts: Specialist-led music and drama classes to spark creativity.
- Real-World Adventures: Weekly excursions to our local community, including Bush Kinder and library visits.
This is just the beginning! To see the full, incredible list of everything included in our CHOKLITS+ program, visit our dedicated page.
What Parents Ask Us Most About Child Care Programs
Everything you need to know about child care programs
What is included in the Choklits program?
Choklits includes high-quality care, play-based learning and extra learning programs in your daily fee.
Your child gets a rich day full of care, play, learning, movement, music, creativity and real-world experiences. It is built to help your child feel safe, happy and ready to grow.
Do Choklits programs cost extra?
No. Our special CHOKLITS+ programs are included at no extra cost too.
This means your family does not need to worry about hidden fees for many of the extra programs that make Choklits special.
What is CHOKLITS+?
CHOKLITS+ is our all-inclusive extra program.
It gives children access to more than 15 unique programs that run throughout our centres, we facilitate more than 600 special experiences each year. These experiences help children try new things, build confidence and enjoy learning in many different ways.
What kinds of extra programs are included?
CHOKLITS+ includes allied health visits, sport and movement, creative arts, music, drama, Bush Kinder, library visits and local excursions.
These programs add more joy and depth to your child’s week. They also help children move, talk, create, explore and connect with the world around them.
How does the standard Choklits program support learning?
Our standard program is guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Framework.
This means each day is planned with care. Children learn through play, warm relationships, safe spaces and small steps that match their age and interests.
What does Belonging, Being and Becoming mean?
Belonging means your child feels safe, known and part of the Choklits family.
Being means your child can enjoy childhood now. They can play, explore and be themselves.
Becoming means your child is growing new skills, confidence and their own sense of who they are.
How do educators plan learning at Choklits?
Our educators watch, listen and learn from each child.
They notice what your child enjoys, what they are trying to do and what they may need next. Then they plan fun play experiences that help your child take the next step.
How does Choklits support the whole child?
Choklits cares for your child’s heart, mind and body.
Our program supports friendships, feelings, movement, language, problem solving, creativity and confidence. We want children to feel well, feel brave and love learning.
How are Choklits educators trained?
Choklits invests in educator learning through Choklits Academy.
This helps our team keep learning, reflect on their work and bring fresh ideas into the rooms. For families, this means your child is cared for by educators who keep growing too.
Are allied health services included?
Yes. CHOKLITS+ includes regular visits from allied health professionals, such as speech therapists and occupational therapists.
These visits help support children’s growth and development. They also help our educators notice children’s needs early and plan helpful learning experiences.
Do children go on excursions or real-world adventures?
Yes. Children take part in real-world learning through local outings, Bush Kinder and library visits.
These experiences help children explore nature, meet people in the community and learn beyond the classroom.
Can I see the included programs before enrolling?
Yes. A tour is the best way to see what is included at Choklits.
You can ask about CHOKLITS+, your child’s room, weekly programs, educator training, excursions and what your child will enjoy each day.
