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Labrador Playschool Early Learning Centre

Updated 2026-08-08 · 4,516 reviewed · 192 listed · Scored from 22 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(22) 80 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Kindergarten & Preschool ProgramsFamily Day CareLong Day CareBefore & After School Care
Labrador Playschool Early Learning Centre
Services
Kindergarten & Preschool Programs, Family Day Care, Long Day Care
Reviews
22

What recent reviews say

All 22 reviews are five-star. Parents consistently praise the centre's warm, family-like atmosphere, where educators show genuine care and children thrive. Staff greet families by name, activities are engaging and varied, and communication with parents is exceptional. The outdoor play area and learning programs keep children excited to return daily.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • caring and engaged educators
  • welcoming environment and staff
  • quality learning activities and outdoor play
  • strong communication with parents
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Best for: First-time parents seeking a welcoming centre where children develop confidence and love attending daily.

Strengths

  • Educators consistently named and praised for warmth
  • Strong parent communication and welcomes
  • Varied learning activities and outdoor facilities
  • Abecedarian accredited, yoga and environmental education

Worth knowing

  • Owner Bernadette and directors Karen and Amanda named as hands-on and caring
  • Staff member Ellen specifically praised for toddler room
  • Yoga programs offered daily
  • Abecedarian accredited
  • Centre described as continuously updated with new equipment

What reviews say by service

Kindergarten & Preschool Programs
Educators build strong learning foundations; children excited to attend and progress academically into school.
Long Day Care
Full-time care praised for high standards; children develop confidence and learn new skills consistently.
Before & After School Care
After-school care described as excellent and well-regarded by parents.
Family Day Care
Family atmosphere and personalised welcome evident across all service types.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.78 average across the 131 kindergarten & preschool programs businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 42% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 91
Review volume 59
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 65
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
22
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Common questions

Is the centre open seven days a week?
The centre publishes opening hours for seven days.
What learning approaches does the centre use?
The centre is Abecedarian accredited and offers yoga daily, along with varied educational activities and environmental education.
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Last updated 2026-08-08