Goodstart Burleigh Waters

Welcome to Goodstart Burleigh Waters

Goodstart Burleigh Waters provides high-quality childcare, early learning and Kindergarten in a beautiful waterfront setting on the lands of the Yugambeh people. Located on the corner of Honeyeater Drive and Cassowary Drive in a quiet, tree-lined residential neighbourhood, we're just five minutes from the Gold Coast Highway and M1, with local schools, shopping centres and a bus stop nearby. Rated Exceeding the National Quality Standard in all seven quality areas, our centre combines an experienced, long-standing educator team with nature-based, child-led learning and strong connections to the Burleigh community. Book a tour of Goodstart Burleigh Waters to see what makes our centre such a special place for children to learn, explore and belong. 

What makes Goodstart Burleigh Waters special? 

• Exceeding in all seven National Quality Standard areas – assessed in November 2025, our Exceeding NQS rating reflects the high-quality education, relationships, environments and practices children experience every day.
• A long-standing, experienced team – many of our educators have worked together for more than 10 years, giving children consistency, familiar faces and strong, secure relationships.
• Award-winning early learning – our centre has received state and national Goodies awards, including National winners for excellence in enabling environments, State winner Teacher of the Year, State Team of the year and National rising star.
• Beach Kindy and learning beyond the centre – children connect with nature and their community through Beach Kindy, local park and National Park visits, plus wildlife excursions to David Fleay Wildlife Park and Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.
• A beautiful waterfront environment – our unique Burleigh Waters location inspires nature-based learning, exploration and opportunities for children to discover the world around them. Environmental/Nature studies and sustainability a major part of our learning curriculum.
• Quality Kindergarten program – two Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers support children's learning, development and confidence as they prepare for their transition to school.
• A multicultural community – our diverse educator team speaks Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese, helping children and families feel welcomed, represented and connected.

Children at Goodstart Burleigh Waters are encouraged to follow their curiosity through play-based, nature-rich learning experiences that build confidence, independence and a strong connection with the world around them. Learning regularly extends beyond our centre, from Nursery pram walks and visits to local parks to Beach Kindy and wildlife excursions for older children. Our educators build close relationships with each child and family, creating programs that respond to children's individual interests, strengths and development. 

Strong relationships with local schools and community organisations help children develop a sense of belonging and support a positive transition to school. Families particularly value our experienced educators, learning programs, facilities, excursions and strong community connections. Come and take a tour to meet our long-standing team and experience our waterfront learning environment for yourself. Book your visit today and discover how Goodstart Burleigh Waters can give your child a confident and connected start to their early learning journey.