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Zoe Support

Zoe Support Australia is a not-for-profit community service organisation dedicated to supporting young mothers aged 13-25. Offering a culture of connecting, inspiring and learning, Zoe Support aims to re-engage mother in education, employment, and social programs. The family day care program provided engaging learning and play for Zoe Support children. The educators Simone and Karen go above and beyond to meet the needs of the children in their care, many of whom are facing increased vulnerabilities.

Simone has been recognised for her dedication to young children and their families being Victorian regional winner in the Family Day Care Australia excellence awards in 2021.

Educators

Simone

Hours
Monday to Wednesday 9.00am to 4.30pm
Thursday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm

Qualifications

Certificate III in Early Childhood, Education and Care
Approved Asthma Emergency Management Training
Approved Anaphylaxis Management Training
Approved First Aid Education
Child Protection Certificate
Certificate Do Food Safety

Karen

Hours
Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm

About My Service

Hi, my name is Karen Mitchell.

I have worked as a Family Day Care Educator for Zoe Support for 7 ½ years.

I haven’t always worked as an educator, my husband and I moved to Mildura 28 years ago, to start our picture framing business. We are still going strong.

From there we had 5 wonderful children (all boys).

When my youngest child was in Kindergarten, I felt it was my chance to Educate myself and become a Childcare Educator.

I had an interview at Zoe Support and haven’t looked back since, the position was perfect for me.

I look forward to meeting you and your child/children.

I am passionate about providing a stimulating environment, where your child can enjoy learning through play, while they create, learn with educational activities & learning through books and lots of activities provided.

There is a lovely shady backyard, where we enjoy lots of activities in the garden and plenty of play equipment for children to happily explore.

I look forward to working together with parents and children to expand the children’s minds, ability while building friendships.

Qualifications

Certificate III in Early Childhood, Education and Care
Approved Asthma Emergency Management Training
Approved Anaphylaxis Management Training
Approved First Aid Education
Child Protection Certificate
Certificate Do Food Safety

Selina

Hours
Monday to Friday 9.00am to 3.00pm

About My Service

My name is Selina and my passion for childcare started 14 years ago when I began my studies in Children’s Services – Early Childhood Education and Care.

In 2024 I opened my Family Day Care Centre through Zoe Support Australia.

I have 3 children that keep me busy when I’m not at work and are a great support in my love running a Family Day Care Centre.

Things I get up to in my own time includes going on geocaching adventures and spending time with family and friends.

As an educator I look forward to getting to know children in my care, learning about their interests and expanding on their interests through play.

I value open communication with families to work in partnership in providing the best possible care for their child. I believe that when children can see these positive connections that it helps them to feel comfortable in the environment and gives a strong sense of belonging, as well as supporting their wellbeing.

I enjoy creating an environment that is set up to meet the children’s emotional and developmental needs with various spaces set up that children can freely move in and out of, offering a range of textiles and equipment that are age appropriate and provide challenge and wonder.

Qualifications

Diploma in Early Childhood, Education and Care
Approved Asthma Emergency Management Training
Approved Anaphylaxis Management Training
Approved First Aid Education
Child Protection Certificate
Certificate Do Food Safety

How much does Family Day Care cost?

Our educators work under a deregulated fee system where, as service operators, they set their own fees according to the service provided.

You may be able to claim Child Care Subsidy (CCS) to reduce your fees.

How do I enrol?

Please go to How do I enrol my child tile on Family Day Care home page
Our Administration Team can let you know more about our enrolment process:
Call our team on 03 5018 8271
Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.