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Mother Duck Childcare and Kindergarten Carindale

Updated 2026-09-08 · 621 reviewed · 66 listed · Scored from 26 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(26) 75 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Long Day CareKindergarten & PreschoolNursery / Infant & Toddler CareEarly Learning & MontessoriLearning Center
Mother Duck Childcare and Kindergarten Carindale
Location
Carindale
Services
Long Day Care, Kindergarten & Preschool, Nursery / Infant & Toddler Care
Reviews
26
Best for
Families seeking continuity of care with stable educators and play-based, not screen-heavy learning.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-08.

What reviewers think

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
caring-educatorsqualified-staffclean-facilitiesgreat-outdoor-spacenutritious-mealsengaging-curriculumwelcoming-environmentsafety-focused
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)

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.62 average across the 50 kindergarten & preschool businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 52% of the businesses in this directory.

How did this business earn its score?

How We Rank
Star rating 88
Review volume 62
Review recency 61
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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Questions people ask

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 2026-09-08