Welcome to Goodstart Horningsea Park

Welcome to Goodstart Early Learning Horningsea Park, where children feel a true sense of belonging from the moment they arrive. Located on Gandangara land, our centre is deeply connected to the local community, creating a place where children’s voices are valued and families feel supported every step of the way. Through strong relationships, inclusive practices and play-based learning, children grow in confidence, independence and curiosity. Book a tour to see how your child can thrive with us.

What makes our centre special:

Strong community connections – building trusted partnerships with families and local schools
Relationship-led approach – creating a genuine sense of belonging for every child and family
Longstanding, experienced educators – with many team members supporting families for 20+ years
Multilingual educators who speak languages including Arabic, Bengali, Greek, Hindi, Urdu, Vietnamese, Punjabi, Mandarin and Chinese – supporting communication, cultural identity and inclusive learning
High-quality teaching team – with five Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers
Purpose-built environments – including a separate nursery yard for safe, age-appropriate play
Fresh, nutritious meals onsite – supporting children’s health and wellbeing

At Horningsea Park, children are seen as capable, active learners whose ideas, interests and voices shape their daily experiences. Our educators create engaging environments where children are supported to explore, problem-solve and build meaningful connections through play.

Our centre is known as a trusted part of the community – not just a service, but a place where families feel understood and supported. Through genuine partnerships and open communication, we work alongside families to honour their goals, experiences and individual journeys.

Leadership plays a key role in creating this environment. Our Centre Director, Marie, is known for her caring, professional and hands-on approach, supporting both children and educators to feel valued and confident. This strong leadership fosters a positive culture where educators are empowered, relationships thrive and children benefit from consistent, high-quality care.

We are proud of our strong team of qualified educators who are passionate about early learning and the long-term impact it has on every child. Combined with thoughtful centre design – including safe drop-off areas and engaging learning spaces – families experience both convenience and peace of mind.

Take a tour today or book a tour to meet our team and experience the strong sense of community, care and connection that makes our centre ‘the one everyone talks about’.

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Hello! I’m Marie, your Centre Director at Goodstart Horningsea Park.

I have been working with children for over 20 years (where has the time gone?) I completed my diploma in 1999 and hold a Bachelor in Early Education.
I have two boys, who keep me on my toes. So, I understand what it’s like to juggle and how important great support is.

Part of my role as we move towards opening is recruiting a fabulous team of educators and support staff. I then get to work with the team to set-up the many wonderful and engaging learning spaces for your child.

I believe every child has the right to be heard, the right to play, the right to live and right to learn. This is why I am committed to providing children a loving, caring and nurturing environment which is warm, welcoming, and inviting.

I’m looking forward to showing you, your new centre and inviting your child to explore our learning environments!

Structured Preschool Program

At Horningsea Park, you and your child can enjoy the best of both worlds. Our centre offers a preschool program and long day care under the one roof. Our preschool 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:

$78.64 $64.73 $50.83 $36.92 /day out-of-pocket*

Out-of-pocket cost with With CCS subsidy:

$69.93 $56.02 $42.12 $28.21 /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.

Extended hours
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
Sunscreen
Debit payment options
Reduced rate for multiple days per child per week
Outdoor areas

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Structured Preschool Program

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

We have had an amazing experience at Goodstart Early Learning Horningsea Park. Miss Marie is extremely professional, caring, and dedicated as the Director of the centre. The care and learning program for our child has been thoughtfully tailored to suit his individual learning style and developmental needs, which has made a noticeable difference in his confidence and growth. We feel very supported as a family and trust the educators completely especially as a long day care provider of 10hrs. We highly recommend this centre to any parents looking for a nurturing and high-quality early learning environment.

Parent Testimonial

When my baby first started in the nursery, he struggled with sleeping and feeding. The nursery team has gone above and beyond to support him and also our family as first time parents to go through every stage. Their level of patience, care, and consistency not only helped him settle into a healthy routine but also build a strong and secure relationship with his educators. Thank you to Ms Sushma, Ms Taslima, and Ms Anna for making this happen.The nurturing environment the centre provides is exceptional, he is so happy to attend each day. He feels safe, confident, and has opened up so much! The centre director, Marie, is always approachable and responsive to all the concerns. She is everyday there to support the rooms and interact with the children. We are incredibly grateful for the love, professionalism, and commitment the team shows. It gives us great peace of mind knowing our child is truly cared for. Amazing team!! Highly recommended.

Parent Testimonial

We couldn’t be happier with our child’s experience at Goodstart Horningsea Park. The entire team truly goes above and beyond in everything they do. They’re incredibly responsive to feedback, genuinely listen to each child’s voice, and approach every interaction with warmth, compassion, and professionalism. What really sets this centre apart is how they cater to each child as an individual — nothing about their care feels “cookie cutter.” The educators are genuinely invested in the children’s wellbeing and development, and it shows. Our child is absolutely thriving. Another standout is the remarkably low staff turnover. It’s a clear reflection of strong, consistent leadership and a well-supported team. This stability brings so much comfort as a parent and creates a secure, predictable environment for the children. The director is approachable, supportive, and always focused on what’s best for both children and families. We genuinely can’t thank the educators enough for their ongoing support, kindness, and compassion. We are so grateful to have found such a nurturing, high-quality service in our community. Highly recommended.

Parent Testimonial

A wonderful centre, lead by a rockstar Director Marie with her fab 2IC Hannah, who get to know all the kids personally, and run the centre perfectly. All of the educators are so warm, invested in child development and treat the kids with dignity and respect, so thankful to have chosen Goodstart Horningsea Park for my boy.

Parent Testimonial

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