Welcome to Goodstart Rural View

Located on Yuwi land in Mackay’s Northern Beaches, Goodstart Rural View is a place where children feel secure, supported and ready to explore their world. Our long-standing team creates a calm and consistent environment where children can build strong relationships and grow with confidence. Through play-based learning and a focus on school readiness, each child is supported to develop at their own pace. Book a tour to see how your child can learn, grow and belong with us.

What makes our centre special:

Longstanding leadership team – with our Centre Director of 19 years, Assistant Director of 17 years and Educational Leader of 14 years
Consistent educators and set rosters – providing children with stability, routine and strong relationships
Three Bachelor-qualified teachers delivering high-quality Pre-Kindy and Kindergarten early learning programs
Play-based, child-led learning with a strong focus on school readiness and independence
Convenient Northern Beaches location – close to Eimeo Road State School and local shops and community hubs
Diverse and inclusive centre community, welcoming families from a range of backgrounds
Nutritious meals provided daily to support children’s health, wellbeing and energy

Each day, children are encouraged to follow their interests through hands-on, play-based experiences guided by the Early Years Learning Framework. Our learning environments – from Nursery through to Kindergarten – are designed to support curiosity, creativity and confidence. Outdoor spaces invite children to explore, take risks and connect with the natural environment.

Our strong team consistency means children feel safe and supported by familiar educators who truly know them. Through excursions and incursions, particularly within our Kindergarten program, children are given opportunities to engage with their wider community and build real-world connections.

Families often tell us it is our people, our program and the sense of continuity that make our centre feel like a second home. Whether you are just starting your early learning journey or preparing for school, we would love to welcome you. Take a tour today to meet our team, or book a visit to experience our learning environment firsthand.

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Hi there! I'm Christin and I am the Centre Director here at Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Rural View.

I have been in the child care and early learning sector since 1996 and have worked my way through various roles including casual assistant, centre floater, assistant and group leader, before accepting the position of Centre Director at Goodstart Early Learning Rural View in January 2007.

Throughout this time I have studied, gaining a Certificate III in Children's Services, a Diploma and an Advanced Diploma's of Children's Services. I love every single day of my job and the experiences it has given me.

I love supporting the families and children of the centre as they discover each new, fun and exciting day with us. For me, that's what this role is all about. We have such a great responsibility to give these children the highest standard of early education and in doing so, we need to ensure parents have peace of mind.

We nurture a culture of support, diversity, acceptance and tolerance, as well as cementing the principles of sustainability.

I am fortunate to work with a highly qualified and experienced team, whose passion for the industry and their roles therein is matched by a commitment to giving the children the highest quality learning experiences.

I look forward to welcoming you and your family and discussing how we can support you and your child on the pathway to lifelong learning.

Structured Kindergarten Program

At Rural View, you and your child can enjoy the best of both worlds. Our centre offers a kindergarten program and long day care under the one roof. Our kindergarten teachers are University qualified and provide a play-based learning program that will support your child in learning the skills for school and life.

Fees and inclusions

Out-of-pocket cost with With CCS subsidy:

$75.76 $61.85 $47.95 $34.04 /day out-of-pocket*

Out-of-pocket cost with With CCS subsidy:

$68.97 $55.06 $41.16 $27.25 /day out-of-pocket*

Calculate your CCS subsidy

With multi-child discounts and government funded Kindergarten/Preschool in some states, out-of-pocket costs could be even less than you think!

The above fees are effective from 7 July 2025 and are based on a 10 hour session, for attendance between 2 and 4 days per week. 5 day bookings receive a generous discount per day. Note that different combinations of sessions times and number of days can increase or decrease the daily rate.

* Estimates are calculated based on CCS rates as of January 2026, for an activity level of 72 activity hours on a 10hr session and a 3 day booking.

Nappies
Storypark
Food provided
Qualified and dedicated early childhood carers and educators

Age appropriate toys, books and reading materials
Extra curricular activities
Age appropriate shaded playgrounds
Quiet, tranquil sleeping room in Nursery
Parking available
Breast feeding area
Sunscreen
Debit payment options
Reduced rate for multiple days per child per week
Worm farm
Compost bin
Active Child Program

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Structured Kindergarten Program

At Rural View, you and your child can enjoy the best of both worlds. Our centre offers a kindergarten program and long day care under the one roof. Our kindergarten teachers are University qualified and provide a play-based learning program that will support your child in learning the skills for school and life.