Top Preschools And Kindergartens Companies in Australia

The Preschools & kindergarten industry in Australia is a crucial part of the country's education system, providing early childhood education to children from ages 3 to 5. In 2022, the industry generated $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 40,000 professionals, contributing significantly to the country's GDP. This article explores the factors contributing to the growth and success of the preschool & kindergarten industry in Australia, key trends, challenges, and future outlook.

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CONCORDIA LUTHERAN COLLEGE51 +61 7 4688 2700
bus@concordia.qld.edu.au

Concordia Lutheran College is a K-12 coeducational school with a rich history that spans over seven decades, a strong sense of community and comprehensive educational opportunities across three campuses. A Concordia, a vibrant community comes together to offer an outstanding education for each individual child. Our learning frameworks are designed to make the most of the coeducational environment where boys and girls can work together both together and separately, learning to value their differences and to develop cooperative understanding. We strive for every student to achieve their true potential. Students are empowered to see themselves as their own teachers and to have a thorough understanding of each stage of their learning journey. Concordia Lutheran College consists of three beautiful campuses in Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia. There are two Junior College campuses, each with a dedicated kindergarten and Prep to Year 6 learning program. Our Middle and Senior College campus…

EDGE EARLY LEARNING166 +61 7 3517 0624
enquiries@edgeearlylearning.com.au

We have a quest to be Australias best in early childhood education by empowering our educators and providing them with the environment, resources, and support to create the best learning opportunities for the children in our care. Our educational team have developed our philosophy, our learning environments and the ways that we teach, by considering best practice achieved worldwide.

NJERNDA ABORIGINAL CORPORATION42 +61 3 5480 6252
keithh@njernda.com.au

Njerndas purpose is to deliver community controlled, holistic services and programs which improve the physical, emotional, cultural and spiritual wellbeing of the Aboriginal Community of Echuca and surrounding areas.

C&K - THE CRECHE AND KINDERGARTEN ASSOCIATION479 +61 7 3513 2524
ckcollege@candk.asn.au

Established in 1907, C&K is proud to be the largest and longest established provider of community based early childhood education and care services in Queensland. Our philosophy, where children come first, emphasises the fact that for C&K the interests of children are paramount. Any profits generated from our services are returned to benefit children and the community. We are committed to providing quality education and care for your childs pre-schooling years (from birth to school age) in an environment − both inside and outside − that enables children to explore, satisfy their natural curiosity and grow as individuals. Independent research indicates that children who have enjoyed a C&K early learning experience are the most successful in their first years of schooling. Over the last century hundreds of thousands of Queensland children and parents have become part of the C&K family. As a community based association we recognise the valuable role families and the wider community …

NORTHERN BEACHES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL101 +61 2 9450 1311
enrol@nbcs.nsw.edu.au

Northern Beaches Christian School is a Christian independent, co-ed, K-12 school in Sydneys Northern beaches. Our Vision is Love Learning and our Mission is Excellence in Education, Christianity in Action. Our school is a Christian community that supports and encourages learning, growth, wellbeing, connection, belonging and community. This rich foundation fosters a lifelong love of learning and hope for the future. NBCS is a vibrant, supportive community, providing teaching and non-teaching staff the opportunity to work in a positive, dynamic and innovative work environment. Shaping and engaging talented Christian staff is vital to developing students love of learning, helping them reach their greatest potential so that they can go out into the world to make a difference. Exceptional teachers make exceptional schools. Our vision of Love Learning permeates throughout the culture and strategic operations of our school.

ONLY ABOUT CHILDREN576 +61 138622
familysupport@oac.edu.au

At Only About Children, were proud to be one of Australias leading childcare and preschool/kindergarten providers for children aged from six weeks to five years. We are More Than Childcare. Our unique approach to early learning focuses on education, social development, health and wellbeing. Its specially designed to give every child the best start to life and we call it The OAC Way. We operate over 70 campuses across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Our campuses give us the opportunity to provide high-quality early learning and care to over 8,000 families and employ over 2,000 people. Attracting, developing and retaining our people is essential to The OAC Way, and we believe our people are worth more. Whether that be more pay & benefits, more wellbeing, more recognition, and more development – we empower our people to thrive professionally & personally and in turn deliver the best quality outcomes for children and families in our care.

SESAME LANE CARE & KINDERGARTEN99 +61 7 3480 8000
info@sesamelane.com.au

Sesame Lane was founded by Hilton and Lynda Misso in 1988, with the opening of its first Service in Redcliffe. It has now expanded to 14 Services across the Moreton Bay Peninsula, catering for over 1,800 children per day. Educating and inspiring learning early is our passion. The childrens well-being is foremost in all we do. From joining the Sesame Lane family, through every learning experience to the day children move on to Prep, they never leave our care. We guide, teach and encourage: from new fine motor skills and those precious first few words, to school-ready lifelong learning. We inspire growth through engaging experiences. We strive to make every childs journey down Sesame Lane filled with learning experiences that will last a lifetime. Our Values: - Mutual respect. - Honesty & empathy. - Positive attitude. - Communicate clearly. - Play as a team. - Integrity. - Credibility. One of the things that sets Sesame Lane apart is our staff. Sesame Lane staff live and breathe our …

KINGKIDS EARLY LEARNING CENTRES AND KINDERGARTENS33 +61 3 8738 8770
hello@kingkids.com.au

KingKids specialises in quality education and Kindergarten programs at our childcare centres in Berwick, Narre Warren, Rowville, Hallam and Bentleigh!

I9 EDUCATION14 +61 3 9361 1359
info@i9education.com.au

i9 Education is an innovative organisation that specialises in early childhood education, childcare, adult vocational education and training and is the parent company for Community Kids Haven and The Hive Early Learning Centres. Both are outstanding examples of childcare, early childhood education and kindergarten services. i9 Education is 100% Australian and family owned; its origins can be traced back to Melbourne in 2005 when founders Ahsan and Ayesha noticed a gap in the market for wholesome, responsive and inclusive education solutions for both children and adults. i9 Education is the organisation behind some of the leading companies servicing the early childhood and adult vocational education industries and is fundamentally immersed in enhancing the education and care sector by constantly researching proven and tested modern learning techniques and methods. Our Centres operate as fully inclusive, that means there is no more to pay for incursions, food, nappies, bottles and al…

MODERN STAR PTY LTD101 +61 2 9938 0473
sales@modernstar.com

Modern Star was first known as Modern Teaching Aids (MTA). Established in 1956. MTA was the first Australian company to sell educational equipment and materials to kindergarten, schools, parents and toy stores. The group was rebranded to Modern Star some time after it was sold in 2002. Subsequently Modern Star acquired KESCO Educational and Kangaroo Educational & Tutor Warehouse, with numerous acquisitions to follow. Modern Star is the original and now the largest supplier of world class brands and educational ‘hands on resources to education institutions all across Australia and New Zealand. Modern Star now operates in three distinct market channels across Australia & New Zealand. 1. Educational Resource Supply 2. Wholelsale Distribution, 3. Direct-to-Consumer. The Modern Star group of companies now include the following retail and educational and specialist resource companies. - Modern Teachings Aids - Zart Art - Clever Patch - Educating Kids - Kangaroo Educational - K…

MONTESSORI INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE59 +61 7 5442 3807
admin@mic.qld.edu.au

Montessori International College is an independent, non-denominational Montessori school renowned for its innovative learning spaces and expertly trained teachers. Situated in the heart of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia, the school caters for children and adolescents from pre-kindergarten to secondary school. MIC students enjoy a learner-friendly education. They experience ‘hands-on, multi-dimensional, broad-based learning and the support of a caring and inclusive community. Surrounded by nature, learning occurs in beautifully designed eco-friendly learning spaces under the guidance of expertly trained teachers. These learning spaces provide a comprehensive framework for MIC students to engage their intellectual curiosity and realise their creative potential. An MIC student ‘knows what to do when they dont know what to do. With the extra attention we provide in a small school environment, our students consistently demonstrate independence, accomplishment, responsibili…

THE GLENNIE SCHOOL85 +61 7 4688 8888
enquiries@glennie.qld.edu.au

An Anglican day and boarding school, The Glennie School Toowoomba provides the foundations for girls from Kindergarten to Year 12 to adapt and achieve, in this ever-changing world. At Glennie, we know that delivering excellent education doesnt stop at reading, writing, and arithmetic. We focus on developing the whole student; intellectually, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Our curriculum is designed to engage and inspire girls, developing a life-long love of learning in a caring and inclusive environment, grounded by Christian values within the Anglican ethos. We deliver programs that encourage the curiosity to explore, challenge thinking, and teach girls to analyse and evaluate information, enabling them to make informed decisions and choices. Our passionate and highly experienced educators work together with our families, supporting and empowering Glennie girls to be proud of who are they, building the resilience and confidence to reach their full potential. The G…

KINGS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE214 +61 7 5587 7680
adminpimpama@kingscollege.qld.edu.au

Kings Christian College was founded in 1980. It is a co-educational, non-denominational Christian school with early learning, primary and secondary schooling, and a Trade Training Centre. We operate from three campuses in SE Queensland - two on the Gold coast (Reedy Creek and Pimpama) and a third in Logan Village, 40km south of Brisbane.

LIVING FAITH LUTHERAN PRIMARY SCHOOL33 +61 7 3886 2677
reception@livingfaith.qld.edu.au

Living Faith Lutheran Primary School is a co-educational school catering for students from Kindergarten to Year 6, located at Murrumba Downs, Qld. We are recognised globally for having a forward-thinking approach to education with philosophies and strategies grounded in the latest educational and neuroscience research. We strive for our graduating students to be: • adaptable • clear communicators • collaborative • confident technology users • creative • entrepreneurial • flexible • globally aware • information and media literate • innovative • life-long 21st-century learners • responsible leaders and (digital) citizens • self-directed We strive for our graduating students to have: • knowledge of themselves as learners • service in their hearts • cross-cultural skills • emotional and social intelligence • growth mindsets • health and environmental awareness • joy founded on the love of Christ The school is a part of the Lutheran school network of nearly 140 schools, kindergartens an…

WOODLANDS LONG DAY CARE & KINDERGARTEN11 +61 3 9029 5325
truganina@woodlandelc.com

Were a team of great humans, teachers, and educators dedicated to childrens development and the Childcare and Kindergarten Early Years Education. At Woodlands, we help your child succeed and reach their full potential by providing full-time teachers and educators dedicated to education, access to a variety of educational experiences, and opportunities to learn life skills. We put your child first. In everything we do, we work to build a community where every child and parent at Woodlands has the support to succeed and thrive. Be powered by an educational community. Youll have access to talented educators and teachers called Woodlanders who share the same determination, passion for education, and will support your childs success.

FRESHWATER CHRISTIAN COLLEGE34 +61 7 4243 3600
info@fcc.qld.edu.au

Located in a beautiful tropical setting, our Kindergarten to Year 12 learning community is a safe, compassionate and nurturing environment. As an Independent Christian College of around 570 students, we provide our students with a 21st Century learning experience in a village context where every childs God-given gifting and talent is recognised and celebrated. Children are challenged and equipped to grow into healthy young people with values that will empower them to make a positive contribution to society with integrity, humility and perserverance.

AMAZE EDUCATION17 +61 437 016 711
jobs@amazeeducation.com.au

Amaze Early Education and Active Centres provide high quality education and care from babies to big kids. Our Early Education Centres operate the government funded Queensland Kindergarten Program, have open plan, educationally designed yards and our centres are home to a variety of animals including chickens, a turtle, birds and fish. Our Amaze Active Outside School Hours Care centres are part of a Not For Profit Group. Their mission is to encourage school children to lead an active and healthy life by providing opportunities for them to take part in physical activities that form an integral part of the OSHC program.

WOLLONDILLY ANGLICAN COLLEGE39 +61 2 4684 2477
enrolments@wac.nsw.edu.au

Wollondilly Anglican College is a Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 co-educational private school operated by The Anglican Schools Corporation. Located in the heart of the Wollondilly Shire, the College services families and communities from areas such as the Southern Highlands, Picton, Camden, Campbelltown and beyond. The pursuit of educational excellence in a Christian context with an extensive range of Academic, Sporting and Creative/Performance subjects makes Wollondilly a unique and wonderful school for your child to excel. Our immense and beautiful 40-hectare grounds, state of the art facilities and extra-curricular opportunities has Wollondilly as a high demand destination for families in our greater community.

BAYSIDE CHRISTIAN COLLEGE (VICTORIA)51 +61 3 5971 6700
info@baysidecc.vic.edu.au

Bayside Christian College is a coeducational Kindergarten to Year 12 Christian school located at the gateway to the Mornington Peninsula. Bayside helps parents equip their children for effective, God-glorifying lives as Christians in the world by: Leading students into the service of God and of others as a thankful response to the work of God in Christ, Nurturing in students the development of a Biblical understanding of the world and of life, Establishing an educational environment that is characterised by faith, hope, love, joy, peace and service, Helping students to discover and develop their own God-given abilities and to recognise and respect those of others, Showing students that knowing their strengths and limitations, is part of achieving a realistic, positive self-image, Promoting a striving for excellence in their lives

BESTCHANCE CHILD FAMILY CARE147 +61 1300 224 644
enquiries@bestchance.org.au

bestchance Child Family Care is an independent not-for-profit organisation which has been providing support to children and families since 1895. Today, bestchance is a large organisation delivering a suite of programs including Early Years Management, Long Day Care, Early Childhood Intervention, The Cheshire School, Family Support Services and Volunteer Programs. We also offer nationally recognised Accredited Training through our Registered Training Organisation, bestchance Training (TOID 3695).

Top Preschools And Kindergartens Companies in Australia

Factors Contributing to Growth and Success

The Australian government has played a significant role in fostering growth in the preschool & kindergarten industry. The government has launched several initiatives aimed at promoting early childhood education and ensuring that all children have access to quality education. These initiatives have led to increased investment in early childhood education and increased awareness of the potential benefits of early childhood education.

The industry is also being driven by a wide range of factors, including the growing demand for quality early childhood education, the increasing awareness of the importance of early childhood education, and the growing number of working parents. The industry has also been buoyed by the recent global demand for education, with increasing numbers of parents seeking out early childhood education programs for their children.

Industry Growth and Comparison to Previous Years

The Preschools & kindergarten industry in Australia has been growing at an average rate of 4.5% per year, with revenues reaching $2.8 billion in 2022, up from $2.2 billion in 2017. Employment in the industry has also been steadily increasing, with over 40,000 professionals currently employed, up from 35,000 in 2017. The industry's growth is expected to continue at a similar rate, driven by the increasing demand for quality early childhood education and the growing number of working parents.

Key Trends

Technological Disruptions:

The increasing adoption of new and emerging technologies is emerging as a key trend in the preschool & kindergarten industry. Technologies such as virtual and augmented reality, data analytics, and artificial intelligence are disrupting traditional education practices and creating new opportunities for innovation and research. Preschools and kindergartens are actively seeking out innovative technologies that can improve the quality of education and enhance student outcomes.

Parental Involvement:

Another key trend in the preschool & kindergarten industry is the growing involvement of parents in their children's education. Parents are increasingly looking for education solutions that offer a more collaborative approach, where parents are actively involved in the learning process. Preschools and kindergartens are responding to this trend by offering more collaborative learning experiences that enable parents to participate in their children's education.

Challenges

Cost Management:

The management of costs is a significant challenge for the preschool & kindergarten industry. The industry must balance the need for research and innovation with the need to manage costs and maintain profitability. Preschools and kindergartens will need to develop more robust cost management processes that can identify and mitigate potential risks associated with research and development projects.

Regulatory Compliance:

The complex regulatory landscape presents another significant challenge for the preschool & kindergarten industry. Preschools and kindergartens must comply with a wide range of safety, environmental, and other regulations, which can create operational challenges and add to the cost of research and development projects. The industry will need to focus on developing strategies that can streamline regulatory compliance and reduce the cost of compliance.

Future Outlook

The Preschools & kindergarten industry in Australia is expected to continue its growth trajectory in the coming years, driven by the increasing demand for quality early childhood education and the growing number of working parents. The Australian government has recognized the importance of early childhood education and is expected to continue investing in initiatives to support the industry's growth. The government has committed to investing $2.8 billion over four years to enhance Australia's early childhood education capabilities, including the development of innovative early childhood education solutions.

One of the key areas of focus for the preschool & kindergarten industry in the future will be addressing the challenges of cost management and regulatory compliance. The industry will need to develop more robust cost management processes that can identify and mitigate potential risks associated with research and development projects. The industry will also need to focus on developing strategies that can streamline regulatory compliance and reduce the cost of compliance.

Another key trend that is expected to shape the future of the preschool & kindergarten industry is the increasing use of digital technologies. These technologies enable preschools and kindergartens to offer more flexible and personalized learning experiences to students. Digital technologies are also being used to automate administrative processes, enabling institutions to streamline operations and reduce costs.

In addition to these trends, the Preschools & kindergarten industry in Australia is also expected to experience a shift toward more sustainable and environmentally responsible practices. With growing awareness of the impact of climate change, parents and educators are increasingly looking for early childhood education opportunities that align with their values and support sustainability. This trend is expected to drive demand for sustainable early childhood education solutions and create new opportunities for innovation and research in the industry.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Preschools & kindergarten industry in Australia is a critical part of the country's education system, providing early childhood education to children from ages 3 to 5. The industry's growth is driven by the increasing demand for quality early childhood education, the increasing awareness of the importance of early childhood education, and the growing number of working parents. The industry will need to address the challenges of cost management and regulatory compliance and focus on developing more robust cost management processes. The industry's increasing use of digital technologies is also expected to generate operational efficiencies and cost savings while enhancing student outcomes. Finally, the industry's shift towards more sustainable and environmentally responsible practices is expected to drive demand for sustainable early childhood education solutions and create new opportunities for innovation and research in the industry.

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By Melissa Goh
Published on 11 May 2023