Goodstart Early Learning Mackay - Macalister Street
Goodstart Early Learning Mackay - Macalister Street
Goodstart Early Learning Mackay - Macalister Street
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Goodstart Early Learning Mackay - Macalister Street

Centre Highlights

Educational & Developmental Programs

Meals, nappies & bottles supplied

Community Connection

Incursions & Excursions

Indigenous Education

Kindergarten/Preschool & School Readiness Program

Outdoor Playground & Shaded Outdoor Areas

Parent Communication App

STEM/STEAM Program

About Goodstart Early Learning Mackay - Macalister Street

Welcome to Goodstart Mackay – Macalister Street, where children feel a true sense of belonging as they learn and grow through play. Located on Yuwibara land in the heart of Mackay, our centre offers a convenient inner-city location close to schools, shops and community spaces.

Our experienced, long-standing team brings over 90 years of combined experience, creating a stable and nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported and confident. Through play-based learning guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, children are encouraged to explore their interests, build relationships and develop essential life skills.

Our multicultural environment supports diverse families, creating inclusive learning experiences where children feel respected and connected. Strong community partnerships, including visits to the Mackay Yamadi Aboriginal community, provide meaningful cultural experiences that enrich children’s understanding of the world around them.

Children benefit from a spacious outdoor play area that encourages movement, exploration and discovery, alongside thoughtfully designed indoor learning spaces that support creativity and engagement. Nutritious meals are freshly prepared onsite each day, supporting children’s health and wellbeing.

Our central location makes daily routines easy for families, while still offering a calm and engaging space for children to learn and play. Through excursions, school visits and community connections, children build confidence and a strong sense of belonging.

Families often tell us they value our friendly team, inclusive environment and open communication through Storypark. Book a tour today to meet our educators and discover how your child can learn, grow and thrive with us.

Availability & Fees

0 mths to 2 yrs

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Fees

$149 /day

Fees for Goodstart Early Learning Mackay - Macalister Street may vary based childcare subsidy eligibility. You may be eligible to a rebate of up to 85% of your childcare fees.

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Reviews for Goodstart Early Learning Mackay - Macalister Street

5
Maigen-Lee Brassington15 days ago

There are multiple centres in Mackay that are honestly great. However, I’ve had my children at Macalister Street for over three years now and I can say with absolute confidence that the educators who have cared for my two children have been exceptional. The consistency, warmth and genuine care they show has left a lasting impression on our family and it’s the reason I wouldn’t consider placing my children anywhere else. Our youngest has become so much more settled at drop-off over time, which has been such a relief. She’s built strong relationships with many of the educators and now happily goes to them when she arrives, which says a lot about the environment they create. Our older child is just as comfortable and confidently runs straight off to his friends each morning. We’ve also seen a noticeable improvement in his speech and confidence, and his curiosity has really grown through the variety of play experiences the centre provides. It’s clear the educators genuinely invest in the children’s development not just their day to day care. There are also some staff and educators who just always go above and beyond. It’s clear there are staff who have been there a really long time and truly care about the kids and families they support as the experience really shows. There are also newer educators who have connected so naturally with my kids from the very beginning which speaks volumes about the culture of the centre as a whole. It’s very clear the educators genuinely care about the children and the role they play in their development. I would highly recommend the centre to any family looking for a supportive, nurturing and genuinely invested early learning environment.

Location of Goodstart Early Learning Mackay - Macalister Street

46 Macalister Street, Mackay

Mackay suburb information

Mackay is a suburb located in Queensland. There are approximately 8 child care centres in Mackay.

How much is child care in Mackay? On average, the cost of child care in Mackay is $134 per day. This breaks down to $134 per day for babies, $132 per day for toddlers and $130 per day for kindergarten.

Mackay sits just above the national NQS Rating & the average rating of centres is «Meeting NQS».

Average cost per day

Baby
Baby

0-12 Months

$134

Toddler
Toddler

13-24 Months

$132

Kindergarten
Kindergarten

2-3 Years

$130

National quality standard

Mackay
National Average
12%6%
Working towards
75%51%
Meeting
0%13%
Exceeding
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