Headstart Early Learning Centres
Headstart ELC pairs state-of-the-art, purpose-built facilities with a comprehensive developmental and educational program, offering long day care, Kindergarten and Preschool across NSW and Victoria. Find a Headstart early learning centre near you below or call our Family Support Team on 1800 517 034.
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Our Family Promise
At Headstart, we make a promise to all our families, to put the safety of your child first and to always partner with you every step of the way, enriching your child’s early learning journey at every moment and milestone.
Through our market-leading Individual Learning Plans and evidence-informed education programs, you can be sure your child receives the support they need to become a confident, resilient, and connected learner.
Why families choose us
- A guided early education journey from birth to school, providing continuity, familiarity and confidence as your child grows.
- A dedicated Settling In program that supports both children and families through a thoughtful, relationship-led transition into care.
- Genuine relationships with experienced educators who understand each age and stage, helping children feel secure, capable and ready for what comes next.
- Educators who truly know your child, and who’ll talk openly with you about their progress, their wins and anything on your mind.
- A strong foundation for school and beyond, with a focus on building independence, resilience and a life-long love of learning.
Every child’s journey is unique
We believe every child deserves to feel guided, supported and celebrated as they grow. That’s why we developed our exclusive evidence-based learning journey from birth to age five that helps children and families navigate through developmental stages from birth to school. Our learning framework gives families a clear picture of how we nurture learning and development, stage by stage. It’s our promise to walk beside families and support every child’s unique journey with confidence, curiosity and care.
Backed by science. Built for childhood.
Watch the video to discover how our learning framework supports every step from birth to five.
G8 Education centres near you
Let us find the perfect local centre for your family
Headstart is part of G8 Education, which proudly operates 350+ childcare, kindergarten, and preschool centres across 21 trusted early learning brands in Australia. Our dedicated Family Support Team can find the right local centre near you.
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Innovative early learning programs
Our passionate teachers and educators deliver the Early Years Learning Framework through Headstart’s innovative play-based learning program, which covers key curriculum areas.
When it comes to your child, we go beyond core language, literacy and numeracy to also focus on supporting their social and emotional development – including overall resilience.
This is possible thanks to our extended learning program, which spans:
- Rhythm and Movement for Self-Regulation (RAMSR), an evidence-based program to support children’s executive function and self-regulation
- Environmental and social sustainability learning experiences
- Personalised learning plans for each child
- Local school connections
Government-approved Kindergarten and Preschool programs
Expect big things for your child with our focus on encouraging new connections and friendships while advancing their early language, literacy, numeracy, problem-solving and social skills.
Even better, our year-round program will be tailored to accommodate your child’s individual learning and development needs, which will do wonders for boosting their enthusiasm, motivation and willingness to learn.
Child Care Subsidy and support
We understand that navigating the Child Care Subsidy can be tricky, especially for families new to child care. Whether you’re enrolling your child for the first time or looking for ways to reduce your child care costs, our resources will help you understand how Child Care Subsidy works and how much financial support your family may be eligible for.
Find out how much you can save with our Child Care Subsidy Calculator today.
Discover our G8 Education Network
G8 Education proudly owns and operates 350+ Early Learning, Kindergarten, and Preschool Centres throughout Australia, spanning across 21 brands.
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Start your early learning journey today
Ready to start your early learning journey? Find a child care, kindergarten or preschool centre near you, and enquire about availability at our centres.