Jenny’s ELC Ballarat Central
Bringing high-quality child care to the Ballarat community
Nestled in the heart of Ballarat, Jenny’s Ballarat Central is a charming early learning centre that blends heritage character with modern early childhood practice.
The centre is known for its calm, homelike atmosphere and beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces that invite exploration and play. Inside, warm, light-filled learning environments support children to feel safe, confident, and engaged. With a focus on strong relationships, individualised care, and meaningful learning experiences, Ballarat Central is a place where children thrive—and where families feel truly connected.
Perfect location to grow and learn
Jenny’s Ballarat Central is a welcoming early learning community in the heart of Ballarat, conveniently located at 417 Errard Street South. The centre is known for its homely charm, light-filled learning spaces, and strong connections with local families. Set across a beautifully restored heritage building, it provides a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn. With experienced educators and a strong commitment to play-based learning, Jenny’s Ballarat Central offers high-quality care and education tailored to each child’s interests and development.
Long Day Care – Childcare Centres – Ballarat Central
AVAILABLE PROGRAMSIndividual programs to help our children thrive
Kindergarten Program
This program incorporates skill-building and social skill development that prepares your child for the transition to a school program.
Pre-Kindergarten Program
Our program supports each child’s confidence and aids in the comfortable adjustment into Kindergarten and formal schooling.
Engaging Play Spaces
Engaging outdoor and indoor play areas, including vegetable patch and sensory garden to encourage children to explore and learn about sustainable activities.
Seasonal Food Offering
We love fresh produce. We use locally-sourced ingredients to prepare meals that are nutritious, fresh and delicious with varieties that considers the needs of each child including allergies.
We Make a Difference
Our team genuinely cares, we invest in making sure you have tailored modern learning environments and the most dedicated professionals to educate and care for your children.
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BALLARAT CENTRAL CENTRE GALLERYPlay, learn, and explore
Our Ballarat Central centre is known for its calm, homelike atmosphere and beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces that invite exploration and play.
QUICK LINKS
Maiden Gully
26 Glenelg Drive, Maiden Gully VIC 3551
p. (03) 5449 7555
e. maidengully@jennyselc.com.au
Strathfieldsaye
38 Regent St, Strathfieldsaye VIC 3551
p. (03) 5439 4774
e. strathfieldsaye@jennyselc.com.au
Ballarat Central
417 Errard Street South, Ballarat Central VIC 3350
p. (03) 4320 0745
e. ballaratcentral@jennyselc.com.au
Winter Valley
491 Greenhalghs Rd, Winter Valley VIC 3358
p. (03) 5454 3993 (Temp Number)
e. wintervalley@jennyselc.com.au
Armstrong Creek
12 Sail Court Armstrong Creek, VIC 3217
p. (03) 5295 7400
e. armstrongcreek@jennyselc.com.au
Leopold
14 – 18 Kensington Road, Leopold VIC 3225
p. (03) 5454 3993 (Temp Number)
e. leopold@jennyselc.com.au
Frankston Hospital
2 Hastings Road, Frankson VIC 3199
p. (03) 5454 3993 (Temp Number)
e. info@jennyselc.com.au
Melton
254A Ferris Road, Cobblebank VIC 3338
p. (03) 5454 3993 (Temp Number)
e. info@jennyselc.com.au
Jenny’s Early Learning Centre acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land where we learn, play and grow. We pay respects to Elders past, present and emerging and commit to developing leaders who celebrate the stories and traditions of our First Nations People.
