Secure an early learning spot for your child

With over 660 early learning centres, preschools and kindergartens across Australia, you'll likely find a Goodstart near you.

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Tips to Secure Your Spot

Time flies when organizing for the year ahead, and finding child care spots can be stressful. Whether you're new to the process or experienced, we've got you covered.

Expand Your Search: Find a centre near your home, school or work.
Book Tours: Visit potential centres and book a tour as soon as possible.
Join Waitlists: Add your child to waitlists for preferred centres - even if spots aren’t currently available.
Act Quickly: If you find a spot, lock it in by enrolling.

Need help? Our Family Services Team is here to assist with availability and questions. 1800 222 543

What makes Goodstart different?

We're not-for-profit
EYLF: the gold standard in early childhood
Inclusive support in early childhood
Secure and responsive relationships

From Garramilla (Darwin) up north to Nipaluna (Hobart) in the south, over 60,000 families across Australia have found their Goodstart, so let's find yours.

I love Goodstart because they have changed my son's life

Gemma, parent at Goodstart Stratton

Kindicare Excellence Awards

14 Goodstart centres recognised as part of the 2024 finalists and winners
Employer of Choice 2 years in a row!

Goodstart recognised as ‘Employer of Choice’ in The Australian Business Awards for a second year
Queensland Child Protection Week Child Safe Organisation Award

Goodstart recognised as Child Safe Organisation at Child Protection Week awards

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