Links to resources

We believe that strong partnerships between families and educators create the best outcomes for children. Our Family Resource Page has been created to support you with trusted information, helpful online links, and practical tools to guide your child’s learning and wellbeing.

As part of our learning community here at Millville, we are committed to working alongside families — sharing knowledge, building connections, and supporting one another. Whether you’re looking for parenting information, child development guidance, or community services, we hope these resources help you feel informed, confident and connected.

 

We are always here to support you — please reach out if you need further information or assistance.

Starting blocks

Starting Blocks is a free Australian Government website designed to help families understand early childhood education and care.

It is a helpful starting point to:

  • Learn about children’s developmental milestones

  • Understand what to expect from an early learning service

  • Find services and view their quality ratings

  • Get practical tips for starting child care or kindergarten

  • Support your child’s learning and development at home

Starting Blocks is provided by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACECQA), the national body that oversees the National Quality Framework to ensure high-quality education and care across Australia.

 

We encourage families to visit Starting Blocks for trusted, up-to-date information.  https://startingblocks.gov.au/


The Orange Door

The Orange Door is a free Victorian Government support service that helps adults, children and young people who are experiencing, at risk of, or affected by family violence, as well as families needing extra support with the care and wellbeing of children. It brings together specialist services — including family violence, child and family support and Aboriginal services — in one welcoming place so you don’t have to repeat your story or navigate multiple agencies alone. The team can help with safety planning, assessment of risk and needs, and connecting you or your family to tailored supports, advice and services.

Phone: 1800 312 820

For after hours help visit:   https://www.orangedoor.vic.gov.au/


Department of Education (Vic)

The Victorian Department of Education supports early learning services and families across the state. Their website is a helpful place to find information about kindergarten, enrolments, child safety, inclusion support, and funding options that may be available to families.

 

If you would like to learn more about early childhood education in Victoria, visit:
🌐 www.education.vic.gov.au

ACECQA

ACECQA is the national organisation that helps make sure early childhood education and care services across Australia meet consistent standards for quality and safety. Families can use their website to learn more about the National Quality Framework, understand quality ratings, and find out what to expect from an approved early learning service.

To explore more information for families, visit:

🌐 www.acecqa.gov.au  


Better Health Channel

The Better Health Channel is a trusted health information website provided by the Victorian Government. It offers easy-to-understand advice on children’s health and development, wellbeing, feeding and nutrition, sleep, behaviour, mental health, and more. It’s a great place for families to get reliable health information and practical tips to support their child’s growth and everyday needs.

For helpful resources and information, visit:
🌐 www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au

Raising Children network

The Raising Children Network is Australia’s leading parenting website, developed by child and family experts. It covers every stage of childhood — from babies to teens — with practical, evidence-based articles, videos and guides on development, behaviour, learning, health and parenting challenges. This site is designed to support and empower families with useful information you can trust.

 

For more parenting resources and support, visit:
🌐 www.raisingchildren.net.au


MILLVILLE CHILD CARE CENTRE PTY. LTD.  (Trading as Millville Children's Centre)

 21-27 Hart Street | Colac, Victoria 3250         Email: [email protected]


Commitment to Child Safety

Millville Children’s Centre is committed to the safety, wellbeing and rights of all children and young people.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are dedicated to providing a safe, respectful and supportive environment where every child feels secure and valued. Our practices align with the Victorian Child Safe Standards and the National Quality Framework, and we take our duty of care and mandatory reporting responsibilities seriously.

 

 

We actively promote inclusive practice and cultural safety for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and children with disability. We listen to children, respect their voices, and support them to understand their right to feel safe.

Acknowledgement of Country

Millville Children’s Centre respectfully acknowledges the Gulidjan people of the Eastern Maar Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we learn and play.

 

We honour the care they have given to this land, waterways and skies for thousands of years and pay our respects to Elders past and present. We recognise the strength, resilience and ongoing cultural connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are committed to fostering respect and understanding within our community.