Childcare and Kindergarten near Toorak
Maples Early Learning Hawthorn East is on Toorak Road itself, about 3 km east of Toorak Village and roughly a five-minute drive. Toorak families choose us for our Reggio Emilia-inspired program, funded Kinder, freshly prepared meals and easy on-site parking.
Your Local Maples, Minutes from Toorak
There's no Maples centre in Toorak itself, but our Hawthorn East centre is a straight run along Toorak Road. For many Toorak families it's a simple drop-off on the way to work.
From Toorak Village
About 3 km east along Toorak Road, roughly a five-minute drive
By train
Around a 6-minute walk from Tooronga station, one stop past Kooyong on the Glen Waverley line
Address
760 Toorak Road, Hawthorn East
Questions Toorak families often ask
Is there a Maples centre in Toorak? Our closest centre to Toorak is Maples Hawthorn East, further along Toorak Road in Hawthorn East.
Do you offer funded Kinder? Yes. Our funded Three- and Four-Year-Old Kinder programs run within long day care hours, so families don't need to juggle a separate sessional kinder.
Can I claim the Child Care Subsidy? Yes. Maples Hawthorn East is an approved long day care service, and our CCS calculator can help you estimate your out-of-pocket cost.
Hawthorn East at a Glance
Opening hours
7.00am to 6.30pm
Ages
Six weeks to school age
Rooms
Six light-filled rooms
Daily fee
$187.50 (10 or 11.5-hour sessions)
Kinder
Funded Three- and Four-Year-Old Kinder, plus Pre-Prep
Parking
21 car parks under the centre
Where Little Learners Blossom in the Heart of Hawthorn East
Our centre is designed with heart and purpose, offering enriching learning environments for children from nursery to kindergarten. At the core of our philosophy is the Reggio Emilia approach, which emphasises collaboration, community and exploration.
Our six thoughtfully designed rooms create small, cosy spaces for children. Each room is a haven of curiosity and wonder, where children are inspired to think creatively, explore their interests and express themselves.
Join our family-driven, community-focused centre, where your child's journey of discovery begins.
Our Rooms
Each of our six rooms is named after a stage of growth, and children move through them as they grow with us, from their first days at Maples through to Kinder.
Seedlings
Pods
Sprouts
Leaves
Buds
Blossoms
Environment as the Third Teacher
In the Reggio Emilia approach, the physical environment is considered the “third teacher”, playing a vital role in children's learning and exploration.
At Maples, our spaces are thoughtfully designed to inspire curiosity, independence and collaboration. Natural light, open-ended materials and flexible learning areas are curated to reflect children's interests and invite meaningful engagement.
The environment nurtures creativity and a sense of belonging and respect, forming a foundation for lifelong learning.
Life at Maples Hawthorn East
A glimpse into our rooms, our investigations and the special moments we share with families and our community.
The Maples Advantage
Where learning meets care and creativity.
Child-Centred Learning
Guided by the Reggio Emilia philosophy to inspire curiosity and growth.
Nature-Focused Environments
Indoor and outdoor spaces designed to spark curiosity and exploration.
Family Owned and Operated
Locally operated, with Early Childhood trained owners actively involved.
Our Personalised Communication App
Our Maples App documents your child's learning journey and keeps families connected.
Nutritious Meals
Freshly prepared each day by our in-house chefs using locally sourced ingredients.
Funded Kindergarten
Led by qualified Kindergarten Teachers, within long day care hours. Free Kinder subsidy available.
Maples Extra-Curricular Program
Maples Masterclass offers specialised experiences led by expert teachers.
Excursions and Incursions
Excursions and incursions that enrich each child's learning experience.
Everything You Need to Know
Kinder and Pre-Prep
Funded Three- and Four-Year-Old Kinder, taught by Bachelor-qualified teachers, plus our Pre-Prep program.
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Estimate Your Fees
Use our Child Care Subsidy calculator to see what care at Hawthorn East could cost your family.
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Questions? Read Our FAQs
Answers on enrolling, fees, meals, Kinder, safety and more.
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Where to Find Us
Address
760 Toorak Road, Hawthorn East VIC 3123
Phone
1300 216 208
Email
enquiries@maplesearlylearning.com.au
Opening hours
7.00am to 6.30pm
Maples Early Learning Hawthorn East is on Toorak Road, one of Melbourne's best-connected roads, near the corner of Toorak Road and Tooronga Road and right next to the Liberty Oil head office.
Tooronga Village Shopping Centre is just steps away, with supermarkets, cafés and essential services, which is ideal for busy parents running errands. Tooronga train station on the Glen Waverley line is a short walk away, and several bus routes serve the area.
Parks, medical centres and schools are all close by, making the centre easy to reach from Camberwell, Malvern, Glen Iris, Toorak and beyond.
Easy On-Site Parking
We offer 21 dedicated car parks for families, right under the centre, with a digital sign showing how many spaces are free in real time.
To make busy mornings easier, our concierge Kiss and Drop service runs through the laneway at peak times, allowing quick, safe drop-offs once strong relationships are established with your child and family.
More parking is available at Tooronga Village Shopping Centre, a two-minute walk away, and in the surrounding residential streets.
Come and See Maples Hawthorn East for Yourself
Book a tour to meet our team and explore the rooms, or register your child today.
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