Early Childhood Services

Information for parents

Maternal and Child Health Line

This service is available to families with children from birth to school age and is staffed by qualified maternal and child health nurses.

Callers can access information, support and guidance regarding child health, nutrition, breast feeding, maternal and family health and parenting.

Call: 13 22 29

Hours: 24 hours, 7 days per week

For more information, see: Maternal and Child Health

To find your local maternal and child health centre, see: Maternal and Child Health Centre Directory

Parentline

Parents throughout Victoria can contact this support line for private and anonymous counselling, information and referrals in regard to their children between birth and 18 years old. 

Parentline is staffed by professionally trained counsellors who can discuss a wide range of topics with you, from sleep issues and child behaviours to school bullying and domestic violence.

Call: 13 22 89

Hours: 8.00 a.m. - midnight, Monday to Friday; 10.00 a.m. - 10.00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday

For more information, see: Parentline

Finding a kindergarten

To find a kindergarten near you, see: Find a Kindergarten

Information for early childhood professionals

Early Childhood Workforce Initiative Information Line

This line is specifically for early childhood educators and provides information about scholarships, incentives and professional development.

Call: 1300 651 662

Children's Services Regulations Enquiry Line

This line provides information about licensing and monitoring requirements for children's services. Outside offices hours it is possible to leave a message and someone will get back to your enquiry.

Call: 1300 307 415

e-mail: Licensed Children's Services