Childcare centres in Carindale: ranked picks
Carindale has a handful of childcare and kindergarten options within a short drive of the Westfield and surrounding suburbs, ranging from long day care centres to home-based family day care. This list compares them using our methodology, which weighs review sentiment, rating consistency, and how well each centre communicates with parents, not just star ratings alone.
Most centres here offer long day care with extended hours for working parents commuting into the city, and a few run government-approved kindergarten programs alongside standard daycare rooms. Waitlists are common at the more established centres, so it pays to enquire early, especially for infant places.
8 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Goodstart Early Learning Carindale | 85 | 4.9 (35) | — | Consistent staff, strong bonds |
| 2 | Mother Duck Childcare and Kindergarten Carindale | 76 | 5 (26) | — | Low staff turnover, onsite meals |
| 3 | Sage Infant Care | 59 | 5 (4) | — | Anxious or younger children |
| 4 | C&K Carindale Community Kindergarten | 53 | 4 (10) | — | Play-based kindergarten programs |
| 5 | Citipointe Childcare | 63 | 4.4 (9) | — | Nature-based learning |
| 6 | Little Lambs Family Day Care Carindale | 47 | 5 (1) | — | Home-based family day care |
| 7 | Citipointe Kindergarten | 57 | 4.2 (5) | — | Families wanting an established kindy |
| 8 | Childcare | 25 | — | — | Wide age range, experienced staff |
Ranked picks
Goodstart Early Learning Carindale
score 85/100Parents highlight how educators know each child's personality across the whole centre, backed by a near-perfect rating and detailed Storypark updates.
Mother Duck Childcare and Kindergarten Carindale
score 76/100A perfect 5-star average across 26 reviews points to steady educators, fresh daily meals, and fortnightly photo updates parents trust.
Sage Infant Care
score 59/100A small, family-based setup where Rebecca's individual attention reportedly helps nervous children settle fast, with home-cooked meals and daily updates.
C&K Carindale Community Kindergarten
score 53/100Most families report happy kids and an NQF Exceeding rating, but a couple of billing disputes are worth asking about upfront.
Citipointe Childcare
score 63/100The forest school program and inclusive support draw praise, though families should budget for a long waitlist and upfront fees.
Little Lambs Family Day Care Carindale
score 47/100Only one review so far, so it's a newer or lower-profile option worth a personal visit before deciding.
Citipointe Kindergarten
score 57/100Limited reviews but consistently warm, with at least one parent re-enrolling a second child after a good first run.
Childcare
score 25/100No reviews yet, but the centre states it covers nursery through kindy age with some educators holding over a decade of experience.