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Welcome to Sparkways

Looking for high-quality childcare? Give your child the best start by joining a Sparkways Early Learning Centre today.

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Early Learning

Trusted by thousands of families, learn more about our approach to early education and how we spark curious, creative and confident children.

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Mentoring

We've been supporting Victoria's young people for over 135 years. Find out how we use mentoring to help young people realise their full potential.

Our Mentoring Program

Social Enterprise

We work hard to create jobs and training opportunities for young people so they can learn, earn and thrive with their communities.

Our Social Enterprise

Sparkways is a proud organisation supporting children and young people since 1883

Download our Family Handbook

Starting childcare is an important time for families.

Our Family Handbook will help you understand what to expect at a Sparkways Early Learning Centre and how we can best your support child's early learning journey!

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Last year, we provided...

1,621
Children and young people with education and training
45
Early learning in kindergarten and childcare services around Victoria
1,500 +
Hours of mentoring

Lighting the Spark of Change

We believe that the key to building a better society is to ensure that children, young people, and their families are given the chance to thrive.

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Our Impact

Get to know the real people at the heart of our work and how we ensure that every child and young person we work with has every opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.

Stories from Our Network

Be a Spark of Change

Learn how you can get involved and make a real difference to the lives of Melbourne's children and young people

Donate

Your donation will make a world of difference

The effects of COVID-19 have made our programs and services even more essential to the families we support, which is why we need your help more than ever.

Make a one-off or recurring donation today and make a real difference in the lives of the children, young people and families in Victoria.

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Volunteer

Be the spark of change in a young person's life

Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do, and there are many ways you can donate your time to create real, positive change for our children and young people.

Sign up to volunteer today and you can be the spark of change in someone's life.

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Partner With Us

Maximise your organisation's impact

By working together with us, your organisation can make a real difference in your community and show the world your commitment to corporate social responsibility.

Join us as a partner and see how everyone can benefit from a valuable relationship with Sparkways.

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Featured updates

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Autism isn't a Barrier to Work

13 June 2020
For Ben, autism had proven to be a barrier for a number of things in life, but he was determined for work to not be one of them. With support from Sparkways, Ben took the first steps into a new career, completed his Certificate 1 and 2 in Building Construction and successfully transitioned into the workforce!
Social Enterprise Stories
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Chris and Harry's Story

15 March 2021
Chris was very anxious and hesitant when he was first introduced to our mentoring program, however after being matched with Harry the two have since developed a beautiful friendship. Find out how Harry helped Chris with his anxiety and how not even a seven-month lockdown could stop such a great mentoring relationship!
Mentoring Stories
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Breaking the chain of Educational Disadvantage

Our enhanced approach to Early Years Management prioritises the role Early Childhood Education and Care services play, as critical sources of support for families early in life. As COVID-19 hit Victoria and exacerbated existing family stressors, Sparkways had an important role to play — ensuring vulnerable children maintained access to safe environments and life-changing education.
Early Learning Stories

Careers

We have a vision of creating a meaningful difference in the lives of Victoria's children and young people, and we're always on the lookout for passionate people to join the Sparkways team.

Are you ready to make a difference?

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