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Goodstart Mackay - Bridge Road

Nature play and school readiness in central Mackay

Play-based learning in a connected, community-focused centre

1-3 Brooks Street, WEST MACKAY, 4740, QLD
6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
Open every weekday of the year, except public holidays
Nursery, Toddler, Kindergarten

Welcome to Goodstart Mackay - Bridge Road  

Welcome to Goodstart Mackay – Bridge Road, where children explore, discover and grow through play in a supportive, community-connected environment. Conveniently located close to the city, schools, hospital and airport, our purpose-built centre offers engaging learning spaces across two buildings for children from nursery through to kindergarten. With a focus on play-based learning and strong relationships, children build confidence, independence and a love of learning. Book a tour to see how your child can thrive with us. 

What makes our centre special: 

  • Purpose-built centre across two buildings – designed to support every stage from nursery to kindergarten 
  • Government-funded Kindergarten program – preparing children for a confident transition to school 
  • Strong school readiness approach – including visits to local prep classrooms and community connections 
  • Play-based learning environments – tailored to each child’s interests, strengths and development 
  • Recently upgraded outdoor spaces – with bike track, sandpits, forts, swings and natural play areas 
  • Hands-on learning experiences – including gardening and caring for chickens to support responsibility and wellbeing 
  • Strong family partnerships – with regular communication through Storypark and centre events

Each day, children are supported to learn through play, with educators guiding experiences that build social, emotional and cognitive skills. Our programs follow the Early Years’ Learning Framework and are designed to reflect each child’s unique interests and pace of development. 

Our outdoor environments play an important role in children’s learning. With opportunities to ride bikes, explore nature, tend to gardens and care for animals, children develop confidence, responsibility and a deeper understanding of the world around them. 

We support children to feel ready for school through a dedicated Kindergarten program and strong connections with local schools. Visits to prep classrooms help children build familiarity, confidence and excitement for their next stage. 

Community is at the heart of our centre. Through events, celebrations and daily interactions, we create a welcoming environment where families feel connected and involved in their child’s learning journey. 

Take a tour today or book a tour to meet our team, explore our outdoor spaces and experience the warm, community-focused environment that makes our centre a place children love to be. 

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Kayla Angus

Centre Director
Hello! I’m Kayla, the centre Director at Goodstart Early Learning Mackay Bridge Road. I have worked in the early childhood sector for 13 years, in this time working my way through all roles in a centre from trainee to Centre Director. I have been a part of the Bridge Road family as Centre Director since April 2025. I am passionate for providing nurturing care in a welcoming environment for all families and children, striving to provide a natural, clean and inviting environment for children to explore and grow. I look forward to meeting with you and your family and welcoming you into our Centre community and family.

Structured Kindergarten Program

At Mackay - Bridge Road, 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.

Structured Kindergarten Program

At Mackay - Bridge Road, 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.

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