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Gaven Early Learning Childcare Centre

Updated 2026-09-08 · 4,371 reviewed · 189 listed · Scored from 39 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(39) 72 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Gaven Early Learning Childcare Centre
Location
Oxenford
Services
Kindergarten & Preschool Programs, Long Day Care, Before & After School Care
Reviews
39
Best for
Families seeking active learning programs with excursions and flexible, allergy-aware care.

Google Business Profile is the source for the business data shown here, last checked 2026-09-08.

What do customers say?

Most families praise the hands-on educators and the centre's learning programs, including bush kindy, swimming, and excursions. Several highlight quick settling-in and active engagement by staff like Karen, Angi, Simi, and Tia. A significant minority report serious concerns: management dismissiveness with billing errors, unresolved parent complaints, and allegations of staff bullying. Two older reviews mention weak after-school care supervision and outdated practices, though most recent five-star reviews celebrate strong relationships and child progress.

Praised for
  • caring, attentive educators
  • smooth transitions for new children
  • structured learning and excursions
  • special dietary care and healthy meals
  • strong staff recognition and family feel
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Best for: Families seeking active learning programs with excursions and flexible, allergy-aware care.

What stands out?

  • Weekly excursions and field trips (bush kindy, swimming, library, nursing home visits)
  • Special dietary accommodation for allergies and allergic reactions
  • Named educators praised consistently across reviews
  • Structured transition support for new starters

Worth knowing

  • Staff members named positively across reviews: Karen (director/office), Angi, Simi, Maddy, Tia, Allen, Michelle, Katie
  • Regular outings: bush kindy, nursing home visits, library trips, swimming lessons
  • Special dietary care; centre communicates closely with parents on allergies
  • History of billing and charging errors reported; Centrelink claims disputed
  • Karen (manager) mentioned in both praise and serious complaints about communication and tone

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.8 average across the 121 before & after school care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 70% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

How We Score
Star rating 69
Review volume 70
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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32
4
0
3
0
2
3
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4

Frequently asked questions

What excursions and activities do children do?
Weekly excursions include bush kindy, swimming lessons, library visits, and nursing home visits. The centre also organises special events and celebrates occasions.
How does the centre handle food allergies?
Staff maintain close communication with parents about allergies, monitor meals carefully, and coordinate with families on dietary needs.
Is the centre open on weekends?
Yes, the centre is open seven days a week.
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Last updated 2026-09-08