3 Best Child Care Centres in Canberra ACT

Expert recommended Top 3 Child Care Centres in Canberra ACT. All of our child care centers face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust and cost to the general excellence. Deadset the best!

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GOODSTART EARLY LEARNING ANU

147 North Road, Acton,
Canberra ACT 2601 Directions

Since 2009

Specialty:

Language and Literacy Maths STEM Puzzles Nature Area Books Crafts Social and Emotional Development Communication Language and Literacy Technologies and Design Physical Development Creative Arts

Goodstart Early Learning ANU provides much-needed early learning and care for families, students & locals. Sally Butler is the director of Goodstart Early Learning ANU. She is passionate about providing inclusive environments with the best quality care and education in those crucial first five years of brain development. Goodstart Early Learning ANU has an architecturally designed, single-level building that provides direct access to the outdoor play spaces. The centre has two custom-designed separate play areas for nursery-aged children and one for 2 to 5-year-olds. The centre provides age-appropriate, play-based learning. Their program aims for the right mix of fun, structured learning and physical activity. Goodstart Early Learning ANU provides morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and sometimes breakfast, as well as a late snack if required. The centre is conveniently located on North Road, Acton, at the northern entry point to the University and adjoining Willows Oval.

2025 Update: They provide nappies, wipes, and sunscreen, which are included in your daily fee.

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KindiCare Excellence Awards in 2024

Price:

Long Day Care $170

Contact:

02 6230 0330 1800 222 543

Mon-Fri: 7:30am - 6pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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5+ YEARS IN TBR
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ARTEMIS EARLY LEARNING

11 Cessnock Street, Fyshwick,
Canberra ACT 2609 Directions

Since 2006

Specialty:

Sleep Time Nutritious Meals and Feeding Cuddles and Comfort Daily Discovery Active Play Creative Expression Story Time Sounds of Music Environment Social Interaction Comfort and Assistance to Regulate Emotions Communication

Artemis Early Learning is a gentle, kind, and nurturing space where you can take comfort in knowing your little one is taken care of while you work. The childcare centre has a safe, bright and positive environment where children can explore, bond, imagine and develop a lifelong love of learning. Artemis Early Learning has indoor and outdoor learning environments rich in meaningful social interactions. Their educators are trained to deliver purposeful teaching and learning experiences through the most effective practices in early childhood education, emerging from research-based evidence. Artemis Early Learning's program is based on building your child's independence as they navigate early friendships, communication and skills. The childcare centre is easily accessible and convenient for working families, and it is perfectly positioned on major transport links between Queanbeyan and Canberra's CBD. They pride themselves on having dedicated, experienced educators with a long history with them.

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License ABN 11 303 042 474

Price:

Daily Fee $173

Contact:

02 6239 3927 0450 334 771

Mon-Fri: 7:30am - 6pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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4+ YEARS IN TBR
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GUARDIAN CHILDCARE & EDUCATION BRUCE

22 Thynne Street, Bruce,
Canberra ACT 2617 Directions

Since 2005

Specialty:

Music Arts Reading and Writing Skills Solving Puzzles Building Blocks Painting Drawing Threading Gluing Music Learning languages Group Craft Activity STEM Ella Language Preschool Programs

Guardian Childcare & Education Bruce provides high-quality care to children aged six weeks to six years. The certified teachers at Guardian Childcare & Education use a fun, play-based, and nature-inspired program to help prepare your child for school. They seek to optimise diverse learning opportunities and implement the curriculum as framed by the Early Years Learning Framework. The centre has a range of exciting, resource-rich environments, including a family library, a sustainability garden and natural play structures where children are encouraged to explore and learn. They have incredibly high-quality Reggio-inspired play and learning facilities. They offer nappies and wipes, bed linen, guardian hats, SPF 50+ sunscreen and all nutritious meals and snacks.

2025 Update: Their newly renovated indoor spaces, including an open-plan studio, are filled with quality resources to inspire and engage children.

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License ABN 83 116 020 887

Price:

Long Day Care/ full day: $162.81

Contact:

1300 001 119

Mon-Fri: 6:30am - 6:30pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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