ABOUT
Once Upon a PlayTime Photography © 2016, formally known as JiNcHaR Photography was established on the Gold Coast in 2009. In 2011, moved to Melbourne and has been operating in the Northern and Western suburbs of Melbourne since. We specialise in Child Care, Kinder and Pre School photos.
In 2020, the journey of Once Upon A PlayTime Educational Toys started when two of the children began discussing the idea of having their own business. Small steps to begin with followed by endless days and nights of researching toys, sampling products, market research, business plans, negotiations and learning experiences.
By August 2020 they made the first products available, Father's Day Mugs. Selling 15 within 3 weeks. What a fantastic achievement. By Christmas, we had some gift cards designed. In 2021 we had, craft packs by Easter and Mothers Day mugs. Over the past 2 years we designed art and craft packs, Easter crafts, Christmas crafts, sensory packs, chocolate wrappers, lolly/party bags and more. We also began purchasing toys for our store.
Due to all the lock downs and restrictions here in Victoria, we got off to a slow start but now finally as of 1st July 2022 Once Upon A PlayTime Educational Toys is finally open for business. With a wide range of over 120 different educational toys to choose from we aim to supply quality toys to educational settings in Victoria and Australia wide, as well as direct to the public.
TEAM
JANEEVA
I am a mother of 6 beautiful children, a childcare educator and a self-employed photographer. My background and knowledge working in the child care industry, helped guide my children when selecting products to sell.
mum
CHARBEL
Hi, I’m Charbel. As the oldest, I help put together our page. I am in charge of pricing all the different products we are selling.
12 years old
CHRISTIAN
Hi, I’m Christian. I help research cool things that other kids my age like. If I like it, I think other kids will like it too. I also assist Charbel with sales.
10 years old
MICHAEL
Hi, I’m Michael. I love playing outdoors and staying active. I test out all the cool toys and activities before putting them up for sale.
9 years old
SUPPORT TEAM
MIKAYLA
Hi, I’m Mikayla. I love art and craft activities. I help put together all the cool craft and sensory activity packs.
6 years old
JOHN
Hi, I’m John. I test out all the toys for the babies and toddlers. I make sure that toys are safe for under 3’s.
3 years old
JULIA
Hi, I’m Julia. As the youngest, I spend my time playing with all the toys to make sure that they are fun.
1 year old
FADY
I support my children with their business venture and guide them when necessary. I oversee all the learning experiences taking place.
Dad