Learn and grow at YMCA Aldinga ELC

At YMCA Aldinga ELC we offer high quality services for children and families that require child care during the working day. We provide a place where children can grow and learn and encourage them to ask questions to guide their own learning journey in their early years of life.

We’re for healthy, nutritious meals

We provide healthy and nutritious homecooked meals with food sourced from markets and other local food co-ops if available within the area.

We’re for community

We collaborate with local schools and community groups to provide children learning opportunities and connections with the community they are a part of.

We’re for children

We are committed to ensuring that all children and young people can feel safe and be safe at the Y, in their families and in their communities.

We’re for staying connected

Stay connected using our app to see your child’s activities during the day including updates and photos.

"We love Aldinga Payinthi ELC. Our two little ones love going in each day. The educators are so approachable, friendly, honest and caring. They genuinely care for the children and their development. The educators have put so much time into encouraging our kid’s interests and developing their skills. One of my kids will only eat the food in the centre and nothing for us at home! The Director of the centre has always been so helpful and accommodating to our children’s needs, including dietary requirements and enrolment. Thank you to all the staff, we appreciate you!"

- Elaine

Our Philosophy

Providing high quality, evidence informed practice in a safe learning space.

YMCA Aldinga ELC educators are committed to supporting children’s interests, strengths successes, culture and sense of belonging through play-based learning to build their capacity as the future generation in a safe learning environment.

Support the development of the whole child – body, mind and spirit.

YMCA Aldinga ELC strives to assist each individual learner to maximize learning outcomes whilst embracing our learning community to seek, to inspire, connect and belong.

Considering beyond tomorrow:

YMCA Aldinga ELC will embrace a variety of methods of collaboration with community and consider all aspects of our impact on culture, environment, relationships, and consider the voice of future generations through reflection, ongoing engagement and cultural growth.