Education

Berwick Pakenham Historical Society

Meeting and speakers. The Historical Society meets at the Museum on the first Friday of the month at 8 pm, except in winter (June, July & August) when the meetings are on the first Sunday at 1 pm. We respond to queries from public Have produced several local histories Museum is opening on Sundays 2 to 4.30 pm (except in January) or by appointment at other times.

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Cardinia Shire Council Central Enrolment and Early Start to Kindergarten

For kindergarten enrolment and early start enquiries contact the Central Enrolment Officer from Cardinia Shire Council.

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Cardinia U3A

U3As are voluntary Seniors’ Groups that provide educational, recreational and social programs. Cardinia U3A was established for people in their third age who are over the age of 50 and are retired or are semi-retired. Contact us to find out about membership types.

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Caroline Chisolm Education Foundation (CCEF)

At the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation (CCEF) our work and scholarships unlock barriers to education and create opportunities to those facing hardship. Through access to education at Chisholm Institute we empower individuals and their families to make meaningful changes in their lives. We provide hardship financial scholarship to study courses at Chisholm Institute.

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Chisholm Reconnect Program

The Reconnect program provides one on one support to assist high-needs learners in the local community to start and stay in education successfully.

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Chisolm - General Education for Adults

Chisolm offers General Education to school leavers and adults who wish to refresh or increase their literacy, numeracy, computer plus other technology skills and knowledge.

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Community College Gippsland

Community College Gippsland (CCG) is a not-for-profit education provider offering a wide range of programs to build skills, confidence, and pathways into further study or employment. As a Registered Training Organisation, we deliver accredited courses, while as an ACFE provider we offer pre-accredited programs, alongside our Secondary College and Work and Learning Centre. CCG has campuses in Pakenham (Princes Hwy and Tooman), Dandenong, Warragul, Leongatha, and Morwell.

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Emerald U3A

U3As are voluntary Seniors’ Groups that provide educational, recreational and social programs. For people in their third age who are over the age of 50 and are retired or are semi-retired. Contact us to find out about membership types.

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Living Learning Pakenham

Living and Learning Pakenham provides quality training, education, services and skill development in a caring, supportive and flexible environment. A variety of rooms are available for hire.

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Mission Australia - Parents Next

Mission Australia are not for profit organisation. ParentsNext is for parents under 55 years who have a child aged 9 months to 6 years, have not had paid work in the last 6 months, and receive income support. ParentsNext helps parents to prepare to return to work or training once their youngest child goes to school. We help parents to set their education- and employment-related goals, and develop a pathway to achieving their goals while also helping them link with services and activities in their local community.

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Moy-Yan Neighbourhood House

Welcome to Moy-Yan Neighbourhood House (previously Bunyip & District Community House). We are a not-for-profit community based Incorporated Association providing a positive, safe and inclusive environment where the community can come together to engage in activities, programs and find support to enhance community connections, health and social wellbeing. 2025 Programs - running during the school terms: - Computer tutoring: Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm (next to the Garfield Pool) - Garfield Artist Club: Thursdays 10.30am - 12.30pm (Scout hall) - Moy-Yan Sewing Club: Tuesdays 10.30am - 12.30pm (Scout hall) - Welding workshops: Contact us for details (Scout hall) - Community garden: See our Facebook page (Moy-Yan Neighbourhood House) for upcoming workshops and events - Yoga & Meditation: Contact us for details - Foodback: Availbale 27/7 (Scout hall verandah) - Repair Cafe details to be advised

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Myli - My Community Library

Myli offer a collection of support lifelong learning, Work experience opportunities, Digital Literacy Program, Early Years literacy programs, Online Resources and Early Years Storybox Collection for Pre-Schools.

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Outlook Community Centre

Outlook community centre is based in Pakenham, providing opportunities for people in the community to develop lifelong learning and skills and to build their personal empowerment and growth. Programs, activities and room hire available.

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Parent Pathways Program

Parent Pathways is a voluntary service that offers personalised and financial support to eligible parents and carers of young children, to help them discover what is next on their journey. This program is focussed on the individual needs of parents who are considering their next step, be it training or education or re-entering the workforce. With the help of a qualified mentor, eligible parents and carers can receive flexible support to identify and realise their study and career goals, and balance these with their family responsibilities.

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School Attendance Support Program- Uniting

School Attendance Support Program (SASP) is an innovative program, offered to primary schools that aims to support children and their families to improve primary school attendance. SASP is a free and voluntary service with referrals made via the school. If you would like support please talk to your school or contact SASP on 03 5945 3900.

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