




Sparrow Early Learning Childcare





Sparrow Somerville Cottage is a warm, friendly childcare centre on the Mornington Peninsula, providing early education and care for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. Designed as a home-away-from-home and surrounded by gardens designed by famous landscaper Edna Walling, our centre is just a five-minute walk from Somerville station, bus stops, shops and local schools, offering a nurturing environment where children can explore, learn and grow.
1140 Frankston - Flinders Rd, Somerville
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Welcome to Sparrow
Children’s curiosity drives meaningful learning in a warm, home-like environment that complements life at home. Natural outdoor spaces inspire exploration, problem-solving and connection to nature, while educators provide attentive and tailored guidance.
Our centre is located close to Somerville Recreation Reserve and Somerville Rise Primary School for family convenience and smooth transitions into school. We value families as partners in learning and foster strong relationships that support a sense of belonging so each child can thrive in a nurturing, inclusive community.

Hello my Name is Hayley and I am the Service Manager of Sparrow Early Learning Somerville Cottage.
I have spent the past 18+ years in the Early Childhood Education and Care sector, and during that time I’ve worn just about every hat imaginable - Assistant Educator, Lead Educator, 2IC, Service Manager, and even the cook at one stage!
Growing Together
From little moments to big milestones – explore what their day looks like.
A calm, caring space where babies grow through play, connection and gentle discovery.
Play-based learning that nurtures curiosity, confidence and joyful exploration.
Hands-on learning that builds creativity, independence and early confidence.
Play, discovery and collaboration prepare children for a confident start to school.
A calm, caring space where babies grow through play, connection and gentle discovery.
Play-based learning that nurtures curiosity, confidence and joyful exploration.
Hands-on learning that builds creativity, independence and early confidence.
Play, discovery and collaboration prepare children for a confident start to school.
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Sparrow Early Learning
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CHILDCARE SUBSIDY (CCS)
We’re here to make early learning easy to access and understand. Find out how the Government Childcare Subsidy can help reduce your childcare costs and use our CCS Calculator to see how much support your family may be eligible for.
Discover The Sparrow Difference
We know choosing the right childcare centre is an important decision. To help guide that process, we have put all the key information to help you make the best choice for your family including our core values, The Sparrow Way and our simple enrolment process to make accessing quality care clear and fuss-free.
Helpful Information
You can find helpful information about enrolments, fees, childcare subsidies, daily routines and more on our Frequently Asked Questions page.
If you have any other questions, please get in touch, we’re here to help.
See the Sparrow Difference
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