Thousands of Aussie kids and their parents have been left in the lurch after a major childcare provider collapsed into voluntary administration, while a separate centre in Melbourne suddenly shut its doors.

Thousands of Aussie kids and their parents have been left in the lurch after a major childcare provider collapsed into voluntary administration, while a separate centre in…

The embattled chain has been under scrutiny for more than a year following a serious allergic reaction, the assault of toddlers, and a rent default.