Early Learning Centre near Glen Waverley – Trusted Bilingual Childcare
Located in Springvale, just 11 minutes from The Glen Shopping Centre, True Maple Bilingual Early Learning Centre is your nearby partner in nurturing your child’s early development. We offer Glen Waverley families more than just childcare—we provide a bilingual, play-based learning experience where children are encouraged to thrive socially, emotionally, and cognitively from day one. With passionate educators, modern learning spaces, and a curriculum aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, we give your child the best start in life.
Empowering Glen Waverley’s Little Learners with Dual-Language
True Maple offers a unique early education experience with our Mandarin-English program, tailored for families in Glen Waverley. Through daily language sessions and engaging, play-based activities, children develop essential cognitive skills and cultural awareness. This bilingual approach sets a strong foundation for learning and growth, improving problem-solving skills, memory retention, and overall academic readiness.
Language is more than communication—it is a gateway to understanding. Our Mandarin-English curriculum introduces children to the joys of multilingual learning, allowing them to explore language in a fun, immersive way that encourages curiosity and builds self-confidence. Parents can feel reassured knowing their children are gaining valuable skills in an environment that supports diversity and inclusion.
Building Bright Futures
Our Holistic Approach to Early Learning
Our curriculum, aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF), supports the holistic development of children across all early years. We believe in nurturing the whole child—socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively. Our programs are tailored to suit individual learning styles and developmental needs, ensuring every child feels seen, valued, and supported.
In our nursery, your little one will find a home away from home. Our educators support every milestone—from tummy time to first words—helping develop each child’s physical well-being and emotional security.
We maintain low child-to-educator ratios to ensure personalised attention and responsive caregiving.
In our toddlers program, your 2-3 year old will thrive in a safe, stimulating environment where exploration and independence are encouraged.
Our experienced educators foster creativity, social and emotional abilities, and curiosity in every child. Through music, movement, imaginative play, and sensory exploration, toddlers begin to build early literacy and numeracy skills.
In our kindergarten, children embark on a structured educational journey through a unique bilingual curriculum. Using play-based learning, we prepare them for primary school, supporting early literacy, numeracy skills, and emotional development.
Watch as they gain confidence, make friends, and develop a love for learning that will last a lifetime.
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Fostering Language Skills in English and Mandarin
Children aged 3–5 enjoy daily 30-minute Mandarin sessions delivered by qualified educators, building language fluency, cultural appreciation, and cognitive development—key benefits of early bilingual education.
Our immersive approach helps children retain vocabulary, understand context, and develop a strong ear for pronunciation. These early years are critical for language acquisition, and our centre leverages this developmental window to provide enriching, enjoyable experiences that foster a love of language.
Developing Critical Thinking Skills Through Playful Activities
Our curriculum, designed by leading educators, follows the National Early Years Learning Framework. Our play-based learning approach encourages children to explore problem-solving, resilience, and critical thinking. As part of our Springvale child care services, we offer enriching learning opportunities tailored to children’s developmental needs.
Through hands-on experiments, puzzles, group games, and storytelling, children build foundational skills that enhance their cognitive abilities. Our educators create an environment where questions are welcomed, challenges are embraced, and learning is seen as an exciting adventure.
Dedicated Educators Shaping Young Minds for a Bright Future
Led by Director Jasmine Zhao, our educators are passionate, experienced, and qualified in early childhood education. With ongoing professional development and a deep love for working with children, our team is dedicated to nurturing each child’s growth.
Our staff includes degree-qualified Kinder teachers, Curriculum Leaders, and specialised educators who bring a variety of skills and perspectives. We prioritise child safety, emotional well-being, and continuous learning in all that we do.
Hands-On Environmental Learning for Little Gardeners
At our centre, children learn about sustainability and caring for the environment through our Green Thumb Project. This hands-on approach to learning about nature and gardening is part of our commitment to providing a well-rounded education for families in the Glen Waverley community.
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Enriching Your Child's Experience
At True Maple, we believe in nourishing the whole child. In addition to our exceptional educational program, we provide:
- Nutritious Meals
- Incursions
- Excursions
- Bilingual Program (3-5 Years)
- Music / Sport Experiences
- Green Thumb Project
- Architecturally Designed Spaces
- Accessible Online Communication Platform
- Convenient Operating Hours
Nutritious Meals to Support Growth and Development
At True Maple, we provide fresh, balanced meals and snacks throughout the day. Our carefully planned menu offers a variety of healthy options to support your child's physical and cognitive growth. Proper nutrition is key to learning and development.
Learning Beyond Our Walls
We extend learning beyond our facility through thoughtfully planned incursions and excursions. From visits by local experts to trips to community gardens, these experiences broaden your child's horizons and spark their natural curiosity about the world.
Enriching Programs in Music, Sports, and Sustainability
Our centre offers more than just standard care. Alongside our core curriculum, we run specialised programs in music, physical education, and environmental awareness. These activities help develop your child's creativity, motor skills, and understanding of the world around them, all in a fun, engaging manner.
A Nurturing, Home-Like Environment
True Maple is designed to feel like a home away from home, with cozy, age-appropriate spaces that encourage exploration, imagination, and a sense of belonging. Our inclusive, family-oriented atmosphere ensures your child feels safe, confident, and celebrated.
What Parents Say About True Maple
Only an 11 Minute Drive from The Glen
To reach us, from The Glen Shopping Centre, simply head southeast on Springvale Road, continue straight past several intersections, and then turn left onto Princes Highway. Stay on Princes Highway for about 2 km, then turn right back onto Springvale Road. After a short distance, turn left onto Grace Street. You’ll pass familiar sights before arriving at True Maple, nestled in the heart of the community you know and love.
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Choose trusted childcare near Glen Waverley that prioritises your child’s holistic development. Book a tour at True Maple Early Learning Centre and see how our bilingual, play-based education nurtures every child’s growth.
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