Elsternwick Montessori Academy Childcare Centre 21 Sandham Street, Elsternwick, Victoria 3185

"I was just basically hung up on when I told them I had enrolled elsewhere. I am uncertain of what the daycare is like but it was incredibly rude."

"Two of our children have attended the academy for the past 11 months, transitioning through rooms. We moved from another provider and immediately noticed improvements. The teachers and staff have been amazing. You can tell the lead educators really care about our children. Would highly recommend."

"Since day one of our journey with Elsternwick Montessori Academy I have enjoyed it as a parent. I feel supported and well informed. On our first few days Centre Manager checked on my kids and has let me know how are they doing which was very kind of her. I can see they implement montessori approach every day. My kids love the place as well as me. Keep it going Montessori Academy!"

"Elsternwick Montessori Academy has a beautiful, clean and new facility. All of the educators have responsible, devoted and loving attitude! I am surprised how nice and open all the staff is. Centre manager as well as Room Leader has supported as a parents with our emotional struggle (our kids had some difficulties with settlment). I felt taken care off very well. After few days my children felt the same way so it could help them to feel safe and loved. I can see how Montessori Academy train consistantly their employees, because the improvement in implementing Montessori method can be seen almost every day!! There were some struggling with the amount of the staff a few months ago, but right now there are only permanent educators. I am happy with my kids being here :)"

"Has potential, great facilities. However they are struggling with staffing. Lots of casual educators which means lack of consistency for children. This started to improve late 2022 with good educators however from what I assume higher leadership from the organisation prioritised new student enrolments and opening up more rooms before the basics were even nailed with current students. My son frequently came home with bad nappy rash. No Montessori principles are implemented and most staff are not Montessori aligned. Very disappointing as I had great hopes for this centre. If you’re desperate for care this is the place for you. If you’re after quality Montessori childhood education avoid!"