Headstart Early Learning Centre Hughesdale

My daughter Olivia has attended the childcare for 2 months. The staff in her room such as Rachel, William and Anupama have all been fantastic. They looked after her well and helped her adjust to the childcare environment for the very first time. We are very grateful for their help.

When my kids started going here 12 months ago, I paid $168 per day. They have increased their price 3 times in 12 months and it is now $188.90 per day. It’s a shame because my kids like the children and educators. I never would have put my children in this centre if I knew they would be increasing their prices every 4 months. My friends and family pay around $160-170 as standard for their childcare. Do not put your kids in this centre if you’re working to any sort of budget. Edit: You pass on your "operational costs" to families and local communities while G8 makes millions in profit and your CEO pockets a tidy $3m.

Our experience at Headstart Hughesdale has been great. The educators are caring and go above and beyond to create an environment where learning is fun and engaging. Katha, Racheal and Eugenia are always super welcoming in the breakfast room. They really helped my child to adapt to childcare at the beginning. Anu, Susan and Kim have been all incredibly caring. Rachel's humour and wit add a delightful touch to the classroom, making each day filled with laughter. Ashley's creativity shines through in the activities she plans, sparking curiosity and imagination in the children. All educators are enthusiastic, empathetic, patient. My child not only loves going there but has also thrived under their care. I couldn't be more grateful for the positive impact they've had on my child's growth and development. I like how all the educators know my child, and make my child feel comfortable, safe, and cared for. Meals are cooked onsite. There are birthday cakes for kids birthday. The facility is clean, full of natural light, with several outdoor spaces. I like that there are photos/name of all educators on the wall near entrance. The centre sends out weekly newsletter, which keeps us informed about upcoming events and staff leave. I love the app with daily updates, including photos, details on meals/toilet, individualised learning plans, and detailed descriptions of daily activities/learning experiences. There are weekly sport classes, and yoga. Last year there was also a mini maestro teacher coming for a music class. Nappies, food, sun cream, bedlinen are all included in daily fee. Headstarts fees are comparable to fees in other local centres.

I started my two youngest boys about 2 months ago now, and I really couldn’t be happier ! The educators really know exactly what is going on and listen to really know what my children need. I was a bit hesitant to move them from another centre but, Pam the centre director made it a really easy transition, was friendly and prompt. Rachel from the babies room really does go above and beyond. Eugenia always drops what she may be doing to come and welcome my son and takes him in for me, as he is always shy. All the educators are amazing, and welcoming. Wish I could list them all. I know my children are in safe and caring hands. I also love looking at all the activities and learning they do during the day via the app. Really can’t thank them enough !