Friendship Square Child Care Centre Co-Op Ltd

Location
35 Friendship Sq Cheltenham 3192

Building Blocks Inclusion Grant

  • Start

  • Planning

  • Design

  • Construction

  • Finish

    Q1 2025

The above dates are forecast only and subject to change.

About the project

We are helping upgrade the centre to be more inclusive of all children. The indoor and outdoor play spaces are designed for child-led and play-based learning.

Funding

In the 2023-24 Building Blocks Inclusion Grants, $159,200 was allocated to this project.

Funding type

  • Building Blocks Inclusion Grant

Building Blocks Improvement Grant - Early Learning Facility Upgrade

  • Start

    Q4 2022
  • Planning

  • Design

  • Construction

  • Finish

    Q3 2023

The above dates are forecast only and subject to change.

About the project

We upgraded the outdoor play and learning areas. Children can now learn while exploring natural landscapes or playing with others in a mud kitchen or bush hut. They can also experience Indigenous culture and relax alongside running water.

Funding

In the 2022-23 Building Blocks Improvement Grants $176,751.00 was allocated to the project.

Funding type

  • Building Blocks Improvement Grant

Building Blocks Inclusion Grant

  • Start

    Q2 2023
  • Planning

  • Design

  • Construction

  • Finish

    Q3 2023

The above dates are forecast only and subject to change.

About the project

We improved the kindergarten. Our designs included indigenous influences and elements that support student wellbeing and development. 

We connected indoor and outdoor play spaces to improve air flow, access and natural light. The toilets and change rooms are also now accessible from all playrooms. 

Other works included:

  • improved storage to encourage independent play and learning
  • renovated laundry and offices
  • an updated kitchen with a ‘breakfast bar’ for cooking lessons.

Funding

In the 2022–23 Building Blocks Inclusion Grants, $199,800 was allocated to this project.

Funding type

  • Building Blocks Inclusion Grant

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