Best kindergarten & preschool programs in Redland Bay
This list ranks the eight centres in Redland Bay where kindergarten and preschool programs are a core, primary service, using our methodology to weigh ratings, review volume, recency and sentiment into one composite score.
Looking for full-day childcare rather than a preschool program specifically? See our separate list for the best childcare centre overall.
Picks are ranked by score and relevance to kindergarten & preschool programs, so a lower overall score can rank higher here.
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grasshoppers Early Learning Centre - Hoppers | 88 | 5 (46) | — | Consistent, low-turnover care |
| 2 | Sparrow Early Learning Victoria Point | 84 | 5 (20) | — | Extras like swimming and gymnastics |
| 3 | Guppy's Early Learning Centre - Thornlands | 83 | 4.9 (70) | — | Government-approved kinder on-site |
| 4 | Little Scholars Redland Bay | 80 | 4.8 (27) | — | Nature-based and specialised programs |
| 5 | Little Scholars Redland Bay South | 77 | 4.8 (61) | — | Families wanting babies-to-school-age in one centre |
| 6 | Community Kids Victoria Point Early Education Centre | 77 | 4.9 (30) | — | Inclusion support for sensory or behavioural needs |
| 7 | Goodstart Early Learning Redland Bay | 73 | 4.4 (30) | — | School-transition readiness |
| 8 | Day One Early Learning Centre - Victoria Point Campus | 71 | 4.6 (11) | — | Small, close-knit centre feel |
1. Grasshoppers Early Learning Centre - Hoppers
5 (46 reviews)score 88/100
Grasshoppers holds a perfect 5-star average across 46 reviews, the strongest showing on this list, built on educators who stay long enough to genuinely know each child. Families call out the low staff turnover specifically, which is rare in this sector and translates into steadier routines and settling-in.
- Low staff turnover means lasting relationships with educators
- Careful, individualised handling of allergies and dietary needs
- Daily activity and learning updates keep parents in the loop
- Spacious rooms and active outdoor play areas
Services: government subsidy ccs, nursery babies room, before after school care, long day care
2. Sparrow Early Learning Victoria Point
5 (20 reviews)score 84/100
Sparrow Early Learning pairs a 5-star rating with genuinely broad inclusions: in-house prepared meals, nappies and wipes, plus YMCA swimming and gymnastics trips folded into the program. Review volume is lower than some rivals, so treat the score as solid but still building.
- Educators form real bonds and staff go above and beyond
- In-house chef preparing meals daily
- Consistent digital updates via Storypark
- Included swimming and gymnastics excursions
Services: government subsidy ccs, before after school care, long day care, family day care
3. Guppy's Early Learning Centre - Thornlands
4.9 (70 reviews)score 83/100
Guppy's carries the highest review volume here (70 reviews) at a 4.9-star average, with recent feedback dominated by warmth and confidence-building for kids. Two supervision and bullying complaints surfaced over two years ago, but they read as isolated against a strong, consistent recent pattern.
- On-site government-approved kindergarten program
- Educators build genuine relationships with families
- Meals, nappies, wipes and sunscreen all included
- Children reported as excited to attend
Watch out: A couple of older complaints raised supervision and bullying concerns, though recent reviews don't echo this.
Services: long day care, kindergarten preschool
4. Little Scholars Redland Bay
4.8 (27 reviews)score 80/100
Little Scholars Redland Bay stands out for its program variety, bush kinder, beach kinder, music, yoga and sport, delivered in facilities families describe as beautifully designed. One recent account flagged a mismatch between advertised app-based updates and actual paper logging, worth asking about at enrolment.
- Educators know children by name and build real relationships
- Wide activity range: bush kinder, beach kinder, music, yoga, sport
- Strong transition support for new starters
- Thoughtfully designed facilities
Watch out: One recent enrolment reported paper-based updates instead of the advertised app, plus a slow response on a feeding issue.
Services: government subsidy ccs, nursery babies room, before after school care, long day care
5. Little Scholars Redland Bay South
4.8 (61 reviews)score 77/100
This sister centre covers ages 6 weeks to school-age with a solid activity slate including Bush Kinder, soccer and science classes, and most families report a clean, welcoming environment. Sentiment is more mixed than others on this list, with a real subset reporting understaffing and turnover, so it's worth weighing against the higher-scoring options above.
- Diverse, hands-on programs including Bush Kinder and science
- Clean, well-maintained facility
- Government-approved kindergarten on-site
- Caters to the full age range from infants to school-age
Watch out: A notable subset of reviews cite understaffing, high staff turnover, and communication or supervision lapses.
Services: government subsidy ccs, nursery babies room, before after school care, long day care
6. Community Kids Victoria Point Early Education Centre
4.9 (30 reviews)score 77/100
Community Kids Victoria Point earns a 4.9-star average built on educators who tailor their approach to individual needs, including sensory and behavioural challenges. Review volume is modest, so confidence in the score is lower even though the sentiment is strongly positive.
- Bachelor-qualified early childhood teachers
- Onsite chef preparing fresh daily meals
- Real-time family app with updates and photos
- Specialised support for sensory and behavioural needs
Services: government subsidy ccs, nursery babies room, before after school care, long day care
7. Goodstart Early Learning Redland Bay
4.4 (30 reviews)score 73/100
Goodstart Redland Bay's kindergarten program includes visits to local schools to help ease the jump to prep, and long-serving staff are credited with knowing every family well. Its 4.4-star average is the lowest of the top group, dragged down by a minority flagging screen time and some staff professionalism issues.
- Kindergarten program includes local school visits
- Long-tenured educators who know families well
- Strong track record supporting neurodivergent children
- Clean, well-resourced indoor and outdoor spaces
Watch out: A minority of reviews mention excessive screen time and inconsistent staff professionalism.
Services: government subsidy ccs, nursery babies room, before after school care, long day care
8. Day One Early Learning Centre - Victoria Point Campus
4.6 (11 reviews)score 71/100
Day One Victoria Point gets consistent praise for a warm, small-centre atmosphere and daily photo updates, with families reporting strong development over years of attendance. It's the newest entrant by review count here (11 reviews), so the 4.6-star rating comes with lower confidence, and there's no nursery for children under 15 months.
- Caring, responsive educators
- Small, personalised centre environment
- Clean, modern spaces with outdoor shade
- Daily photo updates to parents
Watch out: No on-site nursery and a minimum age of 15 months limits it for families with younger babies.
Services: government subsidy ccs, before after school care, long day care, special needs inclusion
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Guides before you choose
- Is my child ready for kindergarten? A Redland Bay guide
The developmental and practical signs that point to kindergarten readiness in Queensland, plus what to do if you are still unsure.