How Families Rate Papilio Croydon
Premium Childcare and Kindergarten in Croydon
At Papilio Croydon, we’re proud to offer a nurturing, multicultural early learning environment where every child is supported to thrive. Located on Kent Avenue, our centre provides high-quality childcare and early education for children aged 0-5 years, delivered by a passionate team of educators who value each child’s unique learning journey.
With vibrant indoor and outdoor learning spaces, engaging enrichment programs, and the Lifelong Learning Curriculum at its heart, our approach helps children develop strong foundations in language, literacy, STEM, and social-emotional skills. Regular incursions, including IFA Sports, keep learning fun and active, while our bilingual educators support diverse language development and cultural understanding.
Fresh, nutritious meals are prepared onsite daily, and our government-approved kindergarten program ensures children are well-prepared for their transition to school. We also maintain strong connections with local schools like Croydon Primary to support each child’s next step with confidence.
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We’d love to show you around - book a tour today and discover how Papilio Croydon can help your child grow, learn, and shine.
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Meet Our Team
Hi, my name is Melissa King and I am the Centre Manager here at Papilio Early Learning Croydon. I hold a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education and have worked in the education sector for 11 years. I have held various roles throughout my career to date, including Inclusion Support, Early Childhood Teacher, Educational Leader, Assistant Centre Manager prior to my current role.
My love for Early Childhood Education has only continued to grow throughout these various roles. I believe in recognising that each child is an individual, destined to follow their own unique learning journey, and that creating a safe, nurturing and inviting environment fosters a platform for this growth and development to blossom.
I am a proud Mum of one and love to spend time with my family when not at work. Being a mother myself, has further opened my eyes to the importance of a solid foundation to education and I love bringing this insight into my teaching with children.
I believe Papilio Croydon is an excellent choice for parents seeking the best childcare as our service has the most incredible team of Educators, Teachers and Management and we take pride in the knowledge, skill and passion of the team. Our educators are highly qualified, and our team is dedicated to the care and education for every child.
I look forward to meeting you and showing you what Papilio Croydon is all about!
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Book a tour at Papilio Early Learning Croydon to experience our centre, meet our educators, and ask any questions you may have. Whether you're just starting your childcare journey or looking for a new centre, we're here to help.