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Goodstart Early Learning Pacific Pines

Updated 2026-08-08 · 4,449 reviewed · 195 listed · Scored from 51 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(51) 83 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Kindergarten & Preschool ProgramsFamily Day CareLong Day CareOccasional & Casual CareBefore & After School CareSpecial Needs & Inclusion Support
Goodstart Early Learning Pacific Pines
Services
Kindergarten & Preschool Programs, Family Day Care, Long Day Care
Reviews
51

What recent reviews say

Staff earn consistent praise for warmth and genuine investment in children's growth; many families report years-long attendance and strong continuity, with educators often staying years in role. One older complaint raised concerns about outdoor supervision during illness and responsiveness to health instructions, though this represents a small fraction of overwhelmingly positive recent feedback.

Praised for
  • caring and warm educators
  • staff consistency and low turnover
  • daily updates via Storypark
  • children thrive and feel loved
  • qualified and attentive staff
Watch-outs
  • outdoor supervision in cold weather
  • not responding to health needs requests
  • inconsistent care for individual child requirements
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Best for: Families seeking stable, warm long-term care with experienced educators and daily communication.
Think twice if: Those with children who have recent illness or specific health needs may want to discuss supervision and routine adjustments directly.

Strengths

  • Educators remain in role for years, creating stability
  • Daily updates sent to families via Storypark
  • Play-based learning tailored to each child
  • Long operating history in the Pacific Pines community

Worth knowing

  • Named staff praised: Kinjal, Disha, Grace, Jennifer (manager), Angie, Lauren
  • Centre director has worked with Goodstart for over 22 years
  • Staff often stay for multiple years; low turnover noted repeatedly
  • Daily Storypark updates to families
  • Double entrance with login/logout system for security
  • Accommodates dietary needs

What reviews say by service

Long Day Care
Praised for caring, attentive staff; children happy daily attendance
Kindergarten & Preschool Programs
Strong praise for educator warmth and learning outcomes over multi-year enrollments
Before & After School Care
School transition support mentioned; families report smooth progression to prep
Occasional & Casual Care
Limited evidence in reviews

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.78 average across the 132 kindergarten & preschool programs businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 81% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 90
Review volume 75
Review recency 98
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you send daily updates to parents?
Yes, updates are sent via Storypark so families can see what children did during the day.
How long do educators typically stay?
Many educators have worked there for years, creating consistency that families repeatedly mention as a key strength.
What programs do you offer beyond standard care?
Their website lists Happy Feet dance sessions, Future Champs active and healthy body programs, and school transition programs.
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Last updated 2026-08-08