We couldn’t be happier with the care and support our daughter has received here. She started when she was just 10 months old, and what could have been a very emotional transition was made so much easier thanks to the incredible team. In those early days, drop-offs were really tough — she would cry a lot, and as parents, that was hard to experience. But the educators played such a big role in helping her feel safe and comfortable. They were not only gentle and nurturing with her, but also reassured us every step of the way, keeping us informed and letting us know when she had settled in and was having a good day. That support meant everything to us. The educators are not only highly professional, but also genuinely kind, attentive, and deeply invested in each child’s development. It’s clear they take the time to understand every child’s personality, interests, and needs, and they go above and beyond to create a fun and engaging learning environment. Since starting, we’ve seen such beautiful growth in our daughter’s confidence, social skills, and curiosity. She comes home happy, full of stories, and excited to share what she’s learned. Now that she’s turning 3, she even asks to go on weekends — which says everything, really! We have to convince her that the centre is closed. Communication with families has always been excellent, and we consistently feel informed, supported, and included. It gives us real peace of mind knowing she’s in such capable and caring hands. The centre director Gina does an amazinging job of ensuring there is always a strong, caring, and dedicated team in place. We highly recommend this childcare to any parent looking for a warm, supportive, and enriching environment for their child.

The best centre! Highly recommend sending your children here. Amazing learning spaces, beautiful staff and a welcoming environment!

Goodstart elder drive has been like a second home for the past 3.5 years. My daughter started at the centre when she was 15mths old. It is an amazing centre with the most passionate, caring and supportive team of educators and staff. From fostering relationships with educators/staff and the little friendships created has reassured us that we choose the right place for our family. The team at Goodstart have built the foundation and have provided the tools necessary for my daughter to succeed in life. The positive impact that the educators and staff have left on my daughter has been second to none! We highly recommend this centre if your in the area or surrounding suburbs. You won’t be disappointed!

This centre feels like an extension of our family. You can tell that the staff genuinely like each other and enjoy their jobs. Director and admin are always so accommodating, welcoming, flexible and understanding of what life with small kids is like! My 9 month old at the time spent 2 weeks at a different centre where it just didn't feel right. The energy and atmosphere at Elder Dr was instantly better upon visiting for a tour and has stayed that way throughout his time there. I moved my eldest child to join him and it was definitely the right decision. Both of our sons have built brilliant friendships with peers and heartfelt connections with their educators. It is truly a wonderful community - such a hidden gem in the neighbourhood and I recommend at every chance I get.

Our girls have both attended this centre since they were 9 & 10 months old. The centre made the transition to returning to work much easier knowing our girls were at a place where they’re happy, included and well cared for. The staff are welcoming, friendly and nurturing. The rooms are fun, colourful, personal and entertaining with lots of fun things for the kids to engage in. Lunch and snacks provided is an added bonus! Our eldest has just turned 5 so we have experienced all the rooms and one off the best parts across all the rooms has been watching the girls run into their educators arms each morning for a cuddle, making drop off easier for both mum/dad and kids. Although we’re moving onto our next adventure we will take with us fond memories of friends, staff and everything we have learned along the way. Thank you to all the amazing staff who have made our experience such a positive one. Shout out to Linda and Felicia- we’re sad we won’t be in your class this year! Thank you for being so kind and passionate about what you do, it doesn’t go unnoticed.

One of the best Early Learning Centre in Mawson Lakes. Highly recommend to all the Parents who want to provide safe, secure and caring environment to their new borns and gradually transforming them into very smart toddler. My baby started here 3 years ago and now she is very smart Pre- kindy girl. We are very happy with the Educators, teachers and cook. Director is super friendly and ready to support whenever we need.

We have had both our children enrolled at Goodstart Mawson Lakes since 9 months old. Both are in/have transitioned from Nursery 1 through to Kindy rooms. As students and as parents we have built such a strong relationship with the educators in all their milestones and stages of developments. Educators have been such a great extension of the care they receive at home. Each of the kids have flourished and learned valuable tools to allow them to make positive decisions, obtain a fantastic knowledge foundation, built friendships and feel truely supported. The centre and staff have a big emphasis on encouraging your children to thrive in life during their pivotal develop age throughout all the rooms. We love being apart of the Goodstart community, we drive past 6 daycare centres just to be a member of Goodstart Mawson Lakes. Keep up the fantastic work team. Your students are a detriment to your hard work and commitment to their growth.

Goodstart Elder Drive was like an extension of our family for 3 years. It felt like a real family daycare. They partnered with us, welcomed us and supported us. They went above and beyond to care for our family through tough times. We can't recommend Gina and the team more and we are super grateful for our time with them.

Fantastic Centre in Mawson Lakes. My daughter attended Good Start on Elder Drive for a year and a half after we moved to SA from Darwin. She started in Nursery 2 then moved to toddler room and the staff have always been so warm and welcoming. Olivia’s connections and love she showed towards the educators was evident throughout her time at the centre. The director and Lisa from the front desk are lovely and extremely helpful. Things I liked: Cleanliness Sickness protocols and deep cleaning Loving educators Welcoming and supportive staff Rooms and Yard are set up well for play Structured and kids learn age appropriate skills like waiting turns, lining up, washing hands, how to treat friends. If it wasn’t for moving house we would have loved to stay. Highly recommended.