Officer Centre
Christ-Centered & Family-Oriented
Long Day Care and Integrated Kindergarten Program
Experience a vibrant Early Learning community at our Officer Campus, where intentional programs and flexible routines help children connect with Jesus Christ. Our dedicated team of educators cultivates a joyful, nurturing space designed to celebrate each child’s unique identity as a creation of God. By fostering deep connections with families and the broader College, we provide a seamless educational journey that inspires confidence and a genuine love for learning within God’s world.
Empowering Growth through Faith, Family, and Discovery
At Heritage College ELC, Officer Campus, we believe that God creates His children with a unique purpose and potential. Our early learning community is built on a Christ-centred foundation, providing a warm, nurturing environment where children can thrive and feel secure, valued, and loved. Beyond academic education our daily life is guided by Christian values - kindness, integrity, and respect.
Our holistic curriculum thoughtfully blends intentional, structured learning with nature-based play, allowing children to follow their natural curiosity while developing the foundational literacy, numeracy, and cognitive skills essential for future success. This balance ensures children develop the academic and emotional resilience needed for a smooth transition to Prep.
Our school readiness focused curriculum provides children with opportunities to become familiar with a school environment through participation in primary school events and programs. The complementary Bush Kinder and Nature-Based philosophy aim to encourage creativity, imagination and curiosity towards the natural world to grow skills in all the domains of development.
Partnerships with families are integral to children’s development and we value each families’ unique insights, recognising that the home is a child’s very first learning environment. Together with families our ultimate goal is to cultivate a genuine heart for others and a love for learning.
Authentic Community Bonds: We emphasise heartfelt care and genuine relationships, ensuring every family feels a deep sense of connection to our campus.
A Foundation of Faith: Our Christian values-based programs offer a loving and safe space for children to grow exactly as God intended.
Diverse Learning Opportunities: Students benefit from a wide array of extra-curricular activities, including music, sport, chapel and library, integrated with the wider College.
Premier Accredited Kindergarten: We offer an Education Victoria accredited program, ensuring high-quality academic standards for your child's first educational steps.
Reliable Care for Busy Families: To support our local Officer families, we provide consistent long day care services from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Innovative Learning Environments: Our campus features bright, contemporary classrooms and dedicated spaces specifically designed to enhance early childhood milestones.
Outdoor Discovery & Play: From bike paths to sandpits and gardens, our natural adventure playground invites children to engage with God’s creation through active play.
Seamless School Readiness: We offer a specialised transition program that scaffolds essential skills, preparing children for a confident move into Primary School.
K–12 Educational Journey: Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a continuous, supportive pathway from Early Learning all the way to Year 12 graduation.
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Our facilities
- The Early Learning Centre includes two classrooms and an outdoor play area and is registered for 44 children.
- Early Learners who take the Step into Prep program become familiar with the campus facilities, including Primary classrooms, Chapel, the Library, sports ovals and the Multi-Purpose Centre.
Limited availability for 2026 (Year 7 now at waitlist). We are now accepting applications for ELC 2027, Prep 2027, and Year 7 2028.