Goodstart Albury - Mate St*
We understand that choosing childcare centre is one of the biggest decisions families make. That’s why we’re committed to providing high-quality education and care in a warm, welcoming environment, where families feel supported and children feel at home each day.
Our Commitment to Quality, Safety and Compliance
Opening a childcare and early learning service in New South Wales involves more than great intentions — it requires meeting robust legal standards and approvals designed to protect children and ensure exceptional quality of care.
To deliver our Early Learning Services in full compliance with NSW law, we are currently progressing through the formal approval process administered by the NSW Department of Education.
This includes:
✔ Provider Approval
Before offering education and care, we must first be approved as a provider under the Children (Education and Care Services) National Law (NSW). This step confirms that our leadership, governance and capability to operate align with the expectations set out in the National Quality Framework (NQF).
✔ Service Approval
Once provider approval is granted, we will apply for Service Approval for our Albury - Mate Street Early Learning Centre itself. This authorises us to operate a centre-based service that meets all regulatory requirements, including safety, staffing, programming and environment standards under the National Law and the Education and Care Services National Regulations 2011.
These approvals ensure that our centre not only meets legal obligations but also upholds best practice in early childhood education and care, providing peace of mind for families choosing Mate Street Early Learning Centre.
Built on Community, Guided by Excellence
We’re honoured to be part of the Albury community and look forward to welcoming children and families soon. Our new centre will foster meaningful learning experiences rooted in play, exploration and connection.
As we work through our approvals, our commitment to transparency, safety and quality remains paramount, because every child deserves a good start to early learning.
Stay tuned for updates on our building progress and the latest information. We can’t wait to grow with you!

Melinda Niklaus
Subject to NSW regulatory approvals, I will be soon transitioning over to the new Goodstart Albury - Mate Street* Early Learning Centre.
I have worked in early childhood education for more than 20 years across many roles, including inclusion support, educator, room leader, and now centre leadership.
As Centre Director, my focus is on creating a centre where every child, family, and educator feels supported, valued, and connected. I believe that great leadership is about building strong relationships and nurturing a positive, caring culture.
My approach to leading our centre is based on collaboration, compassion, integrity, and continuous growth. I see our centre as a community where every voice matters and every moment is an opportunity to learn.
My Commitments
· Supporting the whole child, their emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development.
· Empowering our team through mentorship, professional learning, and shared leadership.
· Partnering with families to build strong, trusting relationships.
· Encouraging reflective practice and ongoing improvement.
· Putting children’s safety and wellbeing at the forefront of everything we do.
Above all, I believe that people are at the heart of a great centre. I strive to lead with kindness, listen openly, and create an environment where children thrive, and educators feel proud of the work they do.
I warmly welcome you to register your interest with our family service team on 1800 222 543
*Our new early learning centre opening is pending regulatory service approvals.
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