We know that finding a great childcare centre on the Central Coast can be tricky. There's a shortage of centres, waitlists are crazy long and places get snapped up quickly.
So we're very excited to share that Best Start ELC has opened TWO brand-new childcare centres on the Central Coast. And yep, they're already running tours and taking enrolment enquiries for 2027!
You might remember us sharing the opening of Best Start ELC's first centre in Wadalba in 2025. Well, they've been busy! They've since opened a second centre on Settlers Road in Wadalba, plus a beautiful new centre in Wyee just this month.
And there's more exciting news! Their original Johns Road centre has been rated Exceeding in ALL SEVEN Quality Areas of the National Quality Standard. That's a pretty fabulous achievement, and one that gives families a wonderful insight into the level of care and education Best Start ELC strives to provide.
All three centres are family-owned, purpose-built and cater for children aged six weeks to six years. And they have our daycare wish-list absolutely ticked!
Places for 2027 are limited and filling fast.
Want to jump on the waitlist or book a tour? Click below. Or scroll down to discover why we think these purpose-built daycares tick so many boxes for local families.
Best Start ELC – rated Exceeding in ALL SEVEN Quality Areas of the National Quality Standard!
Best Start ELC opened its first childcare centre on Johns Road in Wadalba in 2025, and what a fabulous first year they've had!
The centre has been rated Exceeding in ALL SEVEN Quality Areas of the National Quality Standard! For parents unfamiliar with this rating, the National Quality Standard is the benchmark used to assess the quality of early childhood education and care services across Australia. Achieving Exceeding in all seven areas is a pretty impressive accomplishment, particularly for such a new centre.
And that's not their only achievement! Their beautiful Johns Road centre also won first place in the Childcare category at the 2025 MBA NSW Excellence in Construction Awards and was a finalist in the 2025 Master Builders Australia National Awards.
And you can see why! The centre was purpose-built with spacious activity rooms, beautiful modern resources and toys, and outdoor play areas designed to encourage creativity, imaginative play and exploration.
Best Start ELC has brought that same attention to detail to its two new centres at Settlers Road and Wyee. Both have been purpose-built with beautiful indoor and outdoor learning environments, including dedicated nature play areas where children can dig, climb, garden and explore.
Best Start ELC gets so many things right – here's why you'll be impressed!
One of the things we loved when we first discovered Best Start ELC was that it was founded by two Central Coast women, and being mums themselves, they understand all too well what parents want from a childcare centre.
They know how important it is to find somewhere your child feels happy and is excited to go each morning. And, just as importantly, somewhere that makes life a little easier for busy parents!
Here are some of Best Start ELC's stand-out features that we love, and we know you'll be super impressed with too:
Learning that's tailored to your child. Best Start ELC recognises that every child is different, so their educators plan activities around each child's interests, abilities and stage of development. There's a big focus on learning through play, with children encouraged to explore, try new things and learn at their own pace.
Lots of fun activities for your child. There's gardening, cooking, STEM activities, music, art and plenty of imaginative play. Best Start ELC runs cultural celebrations, incursions and excursions, plus a school readiness program.
Experienced, qualified educators. The team includes Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers and an Educational Leader who supports and mentors the educators.
Hours that work for busy families. The Johns Road centre is open Monday to Friday, 7am-6pm, while Settlers Road and Wyee open even earlier at 6.30am – giving working parents plenty of flexibility.
Regular updates for parents. Best Start ELC has a secure communication platform where families can see photos, stories and updates on what your little one has been up to throughout the day.
Meals, nappies, formula and more – it's all included at Best Start ELC!
Now, this is one of our favourite things about Best Start ELC.
As parents, we know how chaotic mornings can be. Getting everyone dressed, fed and out the door is enough of a challenge without having to remember lunchboxes, nappies, formula and everything else!
Well, Best Start ELC has thought of all that, and their inclusions make us do a little happy dance.
Here's what's included in your daily childcare fee:
- All meals and snacks. Breakfast, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea are prepared on-site by the centre's kitchen team. Meals are nutritious and balanced, with dietary requirements and allergies catered for. No lunchbox packing – wahoo!
- Nappies and wipes.
- Baby formula.
- Bed linen.
- SPF 50+ sunscreen.
All you need to pack is a water bottle and spare clothes!
Best Start Early Learning Centre
Looking for childcare in Wadalba or Wyee for 2027? With two beautiful new centres now open, this is a great time to take a look at Best Start ELC.
Places are limited and enrolments for 2027 are filling fast. Families are encouraged to book a tour, explore the new centres and see if Best Start ELC is the right fit for their family.
- Wadalba: 225 Johns Road | Open 7am–6pm Monday-Friday | Phone: (02) 4312 4014
- Wadalba: 1 Settlers Road | Open 6.30am–6pm Monday-Friday | Phone: (02) 4314 8726
- Wyee: 50 Soreina Drive | Open 6.30am–6pm Monday-Friday | Phone: (02) 4314 8764
Website: https://beststartelc.com.au/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beststartelc/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beststartelc/
Email: [email protected]
Written By: KATIE STOKES
Founder & Editor
After working in print and online media for more than a decade, Katie launched Playing in Puddles in 2017. A mum of three young boys and local of the Central Coast, Katie loves discovering and sharing all that’s happening in our region.
