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Headstart Our mission is simple. We aim to be Australia's leading provider of high quality, developmental and educational childcare centres. Book a tour today!

Children have accelerated learning abilities during their early years than at any other time in life. Headstart Early Learning Centre Carnegie offers long-day care and a Victorian Government-approved kindergarten program for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. Serving families in Carnegie, Glen Eira, Chadstone & Oakleigh, our purpose-built centre features enriching indoor and outdoor environments with climbing frames, water-play, and bike tracks. Led by passionate early-childhood educators including Bachelor-qualified teachers, we deliver a play-based curriculum focused on sustainability, STEM and self-regulation. We provide chef-prepared meals, nappies & wipes included, individual learning plans, strong family communication via our app, and flexible hours to support busy parents.

25/09/2026

Helping children grow includes helping them build the confidence to use their voice.

Our centres deliver Learn to Be Safe with Emmy & Friends, developed by Act for Kids, supporting children through evidence-based protective behaviours education.

Hear from a Centre Manager and families about their experience with the program.

Helping children grow means creating supportive learning environments.Safety is part of the everyday practices that guid...
21/09/2026

Helping children grow means creating supportive learning environments.

Safety is part of the everyday practices that guide how educators plan experiences, support play and interact with children.

Through thoughtful environments, active supervision and wellbeing routines, children are supported as they learn and explore.

Helping children take their next steps with confidence.Long daycare Kindergarten and Preschool offers government-approve...
15/09/2026

Helping children take their next steps with confidence.

Long daycare Kindergarten and Preschool offers government-approved early education programs alongside extended hours and year-round care.

Children are supported by educators who understand their development, interests and strengths, helping them build the skills they need for the future.

Discover more.

Helping children grow also means helping them find their voice.This National Child Protection Week, we're recognising th...
07/09/2026

Helping children grow also means helping them find their voice.

This National Child Protection Week, we're recognising the importance of listening, encouraging and creating opportunities for children to express themselves.

Every conversation matters.

To the dads and father figures helping children discover, learn and grow, thank you for all you do.We hope this Father's...
04/09/2026

To the dads and father figures helping children discover, learn and grow, thank you for all you do.

We hope this Father's Day brings plenty of smiles and special moments with your family.

Today, we celebrate Early Childhood Educators’ Day! 🌟It’s an opportunity to recognise the dedicated professionals who ma...
01/09/2026

Today, we celebrate Early Childhood Educators’ Day! 🌟

It’s an opportunity to recognise the dedicated professionals who make a meaningful difference during children’s early years.

Today, Headstart is taking a moment to appreciate our educators and the important role they play in supporting, encouraging and inspiring children each day.

Sometimes expressing a feeling starts with finding another way to show it.Children don’t always have the words to explai...
31/08/2026

Sometimes expressing a feeling starts with finding another way to show it.

Children don’t always have the words to explain what’s going on inside, and that’s okay.

At Headstart, educators create gentle opportunities for children to explore, communicate and make sense of their emotions in ways that feel comfortable to them.

Through these small moments of connection, children can build confidence in understanding themselves and sharing how they feel.

Our kindergarten and preschool rooms has been running a play grocery store all week! 🏪Children are:💰 Counting out coins🛒...
27/08/2026

Our kindergarten and preschool rooms has been running a play grocery store all week! 🏪

Children are:
💰 Counting out coins
🛒 Reading shopping lists
📦 Sorting items by category
🔢 Comparing 'more' and 'less'

Real-world numeracy and literacy happening every day! 🌟

📚 We're building a Book Week reading list and we need your help!What's the one book you'd read to your child again and a...
20/08/2026

📚 We're building a Book Week reading list and we need your help!

What's the one book you'd read to your child again and again?

Comment below 👇 and we'll add the best ones to our library shelf. 💛

When a child lines up their toys from biggest to smallest - that's maths.When they tell you what happened at lunch today...
11/08/2026

When a child lines up their toys from biggest to smallest - that's maths.

When they tell you what happened at lunch today - that's literacy.

When they negotiate who goes first on the slide - that's both.

The Early Learning Wayfinder. Extraordinary learning hiding in every ordinary moment.

Address

1 Toolambool Road
Carnegie, VIC
3163

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 6:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 6:30am - 6:30pm

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