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Mother Duck Childcare and Kindergarten Carindale

Updated 2026-08-08 · 542 reviewed · 70 listed · Scored from 26 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(26) 76 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Long Day CareKindergarten & PreschoolNursery / Infant & Toddler CareEarly Learning & Montessori
Mother Duck Childcare and Kindergarten Carindale
Services
Long Day Care, Kindergarten & Preschool, Nursery / Infant & Toddler Care
Reviews
26

What recent reviews say

Across 26 reviews averaging 5 stars, parents consistently praise warm, attentive educators who know their children well. The outdoor area and play-based learning stand out, as does the onsite chef preparing fresh meals daily. Staff turnover is notably low, and communication home includes fortnightly photo updates.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • caring, passionate educators
  • clean, beautiful facilities and outdoor space
  • strong child development focus
  • excellent communication with parents
  • nutritious meals prepared onsite
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Best for: Families seeking continuity of care with stable educators and play-based, not screen-heavy learning.

Strengths

  • Low staff turnover with continuity of care
  • Onsite chef preparing fresh daily meals
  • Strong early years learning framework alignment
  • Age-separated outdoor play spaces

Worth knowing

  • Onsite chef prepares rotating weekly menus
  • Fortnightly photo updates sent to parents
  • Named staff: Ms Louise (management), Miss Ali, Miss Deb
  • Younger and older children have separate outdoor play yards
  • Four age-based groups with shared learning spaces
  • Open-plan layout for transparency
  • Operating since 1998 (business claim)

What reviews say by service

Long Day Care
Parents report excellent ongoing care from infancy, with stable educators and thoughtful learning experiences that flow into school success.
Kindergarten & Preschool
Kindergarten program praised for meaningful, framework-aligned activities; children thrive and transition well to formal schooling.
Nursery / Infant & Toddler Care
Infants and toddlers benefit from continuity of primary carers; separate, safe yard space as they learn to navigate.
Early Learning & Montessori
Strong alignment with Early Years Learning Framework; educators empower children as capable, creative learners through play and nature-based activities.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.65 average across the 37 kindergarten & preschool businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 54% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 88
Review volume 62
Review recency 66
Review sentiment 65
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
25
4
1
3
0
2
0
1
0

Opening hours

Monday
06:30-18:30
Tuesday
06:30-18:30
Wednesday
06:30-18:30
Thursday
06:30-18:30
Friday
06:30-18:30
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
Childcare for babies to five-year-oldsApproved Kindergarten ProgramPlay-based educationOutdoor learning experiencesSports and music activitiesNutritious mealsStay & Play sessions

Credentials claimed:Approved Kindergarten Program, Australian Early Years Learning Framework alignment

Operating:since 1998

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Common questions

Do you prepare meals onsite?
Yes, there is an onsite chef who prepares meals daily with a rotating weekly menu. All meals are nutritious.
How do you keep parents informed?
Staff provide regular communication and fortnightly photo snapshots showing children's daily activities and learning engagement.
What is your staff turnover like?
Parents report very low turnover. Many children have had the same primary carer for extended periods, allowing strong bonds to form.

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Last updated 2026-08-08