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Goodstart Early Learning Cairns

365 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD, 4870 view map
4.0

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Long Day Care

Hours:

6:30am to 6:00pm

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365 Sheridan Street, Cairns North, QLD, 4870

Goodstart Early Learning Cairns Reviews (15)

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Yuhan Zhao

Apr, 2026

I had a very disappointing experience with this kindergarten. Firstly, the very first day they booked for my child was on a public holiday. I clearly informed them that our last day should be May 1, 2026, yet they scheduled it for May 4, 2026—another public holiday—without notifying me at all. As the kindergarten is closed on public holidays, children cannot attend and therefore are not eligible for CCS on those days. Despite knowing this, they still expected full payment. Secondly, both of my children contracted Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease during their first week at the kindergarten. Their mouths were covered in sores, and they were unable to eat and had to stay home for a week. I question why, when the first signs of illness appeared in another child, the kindergarten did not act promptly or require that sick child to stay home to prevent the spread. Additionally, the kindergarten was not proactive or timely in handling issues. They did not clearly inform parents in advance about CCS eligibility or whether families could apply, which caused unnecessary confusion and inconvenience. Overall, the management is disorganized, communication is poor, and health safety measures are lacking. I do not recommend this kindergarten.

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Leisa Hillier

Apr, 2026

The educators are amazing. Very caring and welcoming centre. My daughter has the best time here.

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Angelina Turnbull

Apr, 2023

Great staff. Very caring and resourceful in learning experiences.. well laid out centre, good price.. son has learnt so much in such a short time

About Goodstart Early Learning Cairns

Goodstart Early Learning Cairns
A warm, welcoming and enriching community hub

Goodstart Early Learning Cairns proudly offers high-quality early learning experiences, exceeding the National Quality Standards. Dedicated and caring educators nurture children with enriching play-based programs for school readiness and holistic growth. More than just a childcare facility, the centre prides itself on being a warm, safe environment for children and families.

  • Five spacious rooms that are light, bright and richly resourced
  • Seamless indoor/outdoor learning with playgrounds adjoining each room, featuring sandpits, a dry creek bed and vegetable patches
  • Play-based programs that consider individual needs, interests and cultures
  • An open-door policy to encourage parental involvement in children's learning
  • Comprehensive services to support families
  • Conveniently located, with onsite parking and a bus stop at the door
     

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$135

Suburb Average

$128.73

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