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Cheltenham Community Centre (CCC) is a not for profit organisation that strengthens community by offering all people a diverse range of community services, learning opportunities and resources for personal development.
CCC has over 1000 participants attending a wide variety of services and programs each year, including adult education, childcare, recreational programs for both adults and children and social support groups. |
CCC is supported by funding from a number of organisations. These include Adult Community and Further Education Board, the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing, the Department of Education and Training and the City of Kingston. CCC is one of the largest community providers of the Adult Migrant English Program.
CCC believes in working together in partnerships with local agencies, learning institutes and government to provide individuals and the community with quality programs. CCC enjoys a good working relationship with Southern Community Church of Christ to deliver community festivals, improve facilities for community programs and work on special projects.
All programs at CCC are conducted by highly qualified and experienced staff while management of CCC is overseen by a volunteer Board of Governance.
Please read our Values and Behaviours here.
CCC believes in working together in partnerships with local agencies, learning institutes and government to provide individuals and the community with quality programs. CCC enjoys a good working relationship with Southern Community Church of Christ to deliver community festivals, improve facilities for community programs and work on special projects.
All programs at CCC are conducted by highly qualified and experienced staff while management of CCC is overseen by a volunteer Board of Governance.
Please read our Values and Behaviours here.
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The Cheltenham Community Centre Inc (CCC), previously known as The Cheltenham Neighbourhood House, was founded in 1986.
Initially a group of people from the Cheltenham Church of Christ (now Southern Community Church of Christ) established an 'open door' friendship group. Over the years this has increased to over 1200 people accessing the Centre each week attending self-help, educational and recreational activities and taking advantage of the occasional child care program. A volunteer Board of Governance elected each year at the annual general meeting, oversees the running of CCC. |
Originally the Neighbourhood House operated from an old house on the church grounds. In 1997 the church rebuilt their worship centre and offered CCC accommodation at a low rental, as one of their contributions to the community. CCC is autonomous from the church and is an incorporated body.
CCC works in partnership with local agencies, learning institutes and government to provide individuals and the community at large with a variety of services.
At the Cheltenham Community Centre, staff encourage volunteers to participate in many areas, thus giving people their right to ownership of this community venture. The benefits of volunteering are many and varied and skills exchange is an excellent way to provide support and development.
For an excellent recent article on our history, visit Kingston Local History's article at
https://localhistory.kingston.vic.gov.au/articles/709.
CCC works in partnership with local agencies, learning institutes and government to provide individuals and the community at large with a variety of services.
At the Cheltenham Community Centre, staff encourage volunteers to participate in many areas, thus giving people their right to ownership of this community venture. The benefits of volunteering are many and varied and skills exchange is an excellent way to provide support and development.
For an excellent recent article on our history, visit Kingston Local History's article at
https://localhistory.kingston.vic.gov.au/articles/709.
2024
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Victorian Learn Local Finalist of the Pre-Accredited Trainer Award Cheltenham Community Centre is proud to receive the Victorian Learn Local Pre-accredited Trainer Award! A huge congratulations to Petra, our dedicated trainer, whose work empowering learners, enhancing English skills, and providing volunteering opportunities has made a lasting impact on our community. We're incredibly proud of her achievements! |
2023
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Kingston Community Group of the Year Award
Cheltenham Community Centre is proud to be the recipient of the Kingston Community Group of the Year Award. This achievement is a testament to the dedication of our volunteers, staff, instructors, and community members. Congratulations to all for your outstanding contributions! |
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Victorian Learn Local Finalist of the Innovation Award Cheltenham Community Centre was proud to be a finalist in the 2023 Victorian Learn Local Innovation Award for our Ukrainian Conversation Class, which helped over 90% of participants improve language skills and 75% of job seekers find employment. We were honoured by this recognition for our community impact. |
2022
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Victorian Learn Local Finalist of the Leadership Award Cheltenham Community Centre is proud to be a finalist in the Victorian Learn Local Leadership Award, recognizing Sara, our Adult Education Coordinator. Sara led 23 courses, facilitated the shift to online learning, and established a laptop loan program, resulting in a 14.8% increase in hours and a 100% rise in student numbers in 2021. |
Meet the Office Staff
Arna Manager 
Leanne Childcare coordinator 
Bahar Customer service officer |
Kim Assistant manager 
Alana BOLTS netball coordinator 
Rita Finance officer |
Jenni Adult Education CoordinatoR 
Tammy CAFE SUPERVISOR 
Poonam Marketing officer |
Deb adult education admin |
Kate ADULT EDUCATION ADMIN |
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Terms & Conditions
For a full list of our terms and conditions please click here: CCC Terms and Conditions Donate
CCC is affiliated with the Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association (ANHCA). A public fund for deductible donations has been set up to enable ANHCA to receive donations on behalf of member organisations that do not have Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status from the Australian Tax Office in their own right. If you would like to donate to CCC click on the image below.
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