2026-10-14T04:26:27.780Z

We’ve been part of this centre for three years, and the experience has been truly special for our family!The entire team treats you and your family with genuine kindness, care and thoughtfulness. The high staff retention rate speaks volumes, with educators who demonstrate a real passion and commitment to providing a holistic, nurturing learning environment for the children.The management team, led by Cathy, are incredibly approachable, friendly and professional. They listen, communicate effectively and, most importantly, always keep the safety and wellbeing of the children front of mind.We couldn’t speak more highly of the centre and the wonderful people who make it such a special place for our children to learn, grow and thrive.We would 110% recommend this centre to any family in the local area looking for quality childcare.Keep up the amazing work — what you do makes a real difference to families!

2026-09-15T05:27:06.759Z

Starfish is a great childcare centre. I have one child in the nursery and another in kinder. They are both so happy to attend and have big smiles when they see the Educators. The Centre Director Chika is wonderful and the Educators do a really good job. Thanks for providing such good care to my boys!

2026-09-02T23:24:25.509Z

I am very happy with Starfish Springvale. The educators are very caring, patient and friendly, and they genuinely care about the children. My daughter has become much more confident and independent since joining the centre and always enjoys going to childcare.She still sometimes cries when I drop her off, which can be difficult for me as a parent, but the educators are always very patient and supportive. They comfort her, help her settle in, and make sure she feels safe and happy. It gives me great peace of mind knowing she is in good hands.I really appreciate the warm environment and the great support from all the staff. Thank you to the Starfish team for taking such good care of my daughter. I highly recommend Starfish Springvale.

2026-09-02T08:06:07.600Z

We have been sending our son there since his 18th month and he has learned soo much with the help and guidence from all the educators there. Staff is very friendly and professional. Would highly recommend this centre.

2026-09-02T06:23:58.065Z

Awesome with gorgeous educators

2026-08-18T09:56:34.474Z

I had a wonderful experience with Starfish Childcare. The educators are caring, friendly and genuinely attentive to the children. The centre has a warm and welcoming environment, and we really appreciate the communication and support from the staff.It’s reassuring to know your child is in a safe, caring and happy place. Highly recommended!

2026-08-12T08:43:45.872Z

Sam & the educators at Starfish are all amazing, our son started in the Guppie room st 4 1/2 months old. They were accomodating with trial days & have been amazing making the transition very easy! He is 2 months in & happily waving goodbye. The care & focus on the childrens development is commendable & we instantly saw the difference in his socialisation.The facilities are amazing & the educators continue to surpass our expectations.Would highly recommend!

2026-08-05T07:23:46.110Z

We feel incredibly lucky to have found Starfish.What makes Starfish so special is not simply the activities, the facilities, or even the curriculum — it is the way the educators genuinely know and understand each child.Over time, we have watched our daughter grow from a child who needed more support and reassurance when entering the room into a confident little person who forms her own relationships, expresses her ideas and emotions, participates in group experiences, navigates friendships and challenges, and increasingly finds her own place within the community.The educators never seem to push children to develop according to a fixed template. Instead, they observe carefully, recognise each child’s individual strengths, interests and needs, and create opportunities that allow those strengths to become the foundation for further learning. The support is often subtle — helping a child enter an activity, connecting two children through a shared interest, providing language for emotions or relationships, and then knowing when to step back and let the children take over.We particularly appreciate the thoughtful, play-based approach to social and emotional development. The children are not simply taught to be “good” or compliant. They are supported to understand themselves and others, express boundaries, develop empathy, solve problems, negotiate with peers, explore their interests and become increasingly independent.What has impressed us most is that learning at Starfish feels deeply connected to the children themselves. Their conversations, interests, friendships and everyday experiences become meaningful opportunities for learning. Excursions, imaginative play, group discussions, creative experiences and even small moments between friends all seem to form part of a much bigger developmental picture.As a parent, there is something incredibly reassuring about leaving your child somewhere and knowing that she is not only safe and cared for, but truly seen.We have watched our daughter develop such a strong sense of belonging at Starfish. She has meaningful relationships with her educators, genuine friendships with other children, and the confidence to explore her world while still being completely herself.Childhood is such a short and important period, and we will always be grateful that Starfish has been part of hers.It is an exceptional early childhood community, and we could not recommend it more highly.

2026-07-17T06:03:53.616Z

My daughter has absolutely loved Starfish, the educators and everything in between. The walking excursions, watching chickens hatch, the weekly updates. Definitely recommend Starfish to anyone and their littles.

2026-07-07T07:17:42.761Z

Our little one has been going to the day care for 6 months now. The team is great and they all genuinely care. He is very happy.

2026-06-29T03:31:08.375Z

Starfish ELC at Reservoir is amazing. Our daughter gets excited when we drop her off in the morning and I love reading what she gets up to there. Chika and all the educators are absolutely wonderful. They take such good care of all the little ones and are so encouraging to them. Thank you for all your hard work and kindness.

2026-06-21T12:11:10.877Z

We were introduced to this childcare by other mum, and we are very happy with them. All the educators are very caring, they know all the kids not just by name but also by heart. their staff are supportive and helpful too. Our daughter loves to be there. We trust here and highly recommend to any family is looking for a caring and responsible childcare !

2026-05-22T04:33:21.614Z

My 2 year old joined starfish about 4 months ago and I was nervous transferring him to a new centre when our old centre closed. Sam and the Starfish team have been nothing short of amazing, he was warmly welcomed and settled in beautifully. All of the educators are brilliantly caring and supportive. We have also loved the extra activities and excursions that we’ve been able to be a part of. My boy is loving it there and we couldn’t be happier. Highly highly recommend if you are considering a centre in the area, Starfish are honestly one of the best

2026-05-19T00:12:52.885Z

Returning to work and putting my son into childcare for the first time was something I was incredibly nervous about, but Starfish Nunawading made the entire transition feel so supported and reassuring from day one.What really stood out to us was the thoughtful learning environment they create for the children. The dedicated learning themes are beautifully incorporated into daily activities, making every day engaging, educational, and fun. We also loved the incursions like Funky Yoga and the excursions around the local neighbourhood, which gave the children such wonderful experiences outside the classroom.Most importantly, my son absolutely thrived at Starfish. He attended from 18 months old through to 3 years old, and we could not have asked for better carers and educators. The staff genuinely love what they do, and it shows in the way they engage with and care for the children every single day.Starfish truly became like an extended family to us, and we are so grateful for the love, care, and support they gave our son during such an important stage of his life.

2026-05-15T23:20:31.750Z

Starfish very quickly became a second family. Treated like good friends every time we walk in the door, right from our first day. My daughter (1yo) is cared for by the most incredible educators. We’re often having chats about how she’s going and the educators are always keen to know how they can support her sleep/eating/development plans so it closely matches home. Every baby is cared for in such an individual way. She comes home a very relaxed and happy girl.

2026-05-08T05:45:23.102Z

Our child has been going to starfish for close to 4 years. We have been really pleased with the quality of care provided and the centre manager runs a very good service. Would definitely recommend to any families considering using starfish reservoir!

2026-05-04T07:46:25.300Z

We’ve had both of our girls attend Starfish in Nunawading and have had a very positive experience. The educators are caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in the kids, and the management team is always professional and easy to communicate with. It’s been reassuring knowing our children are in a safe, supportive environment. Highly recommend to other families looking for quality childcare.

2026-04-30T07:42:24.714Z

We couldn’t be happier with Starfish Nunawading. We moved from another centre and from that onward, the educators made my son feel safe, loved, and excited to learn. The communication and updates are amazing via Storypark. The centre is always clean, organised, and full of engaging activities. My son adjusted easily and made some new friends of his age. Highly recommend to any parent looking for genuine care and a nurturing environment 💙

2026-04-22T11:48:49.429Z

We are very happy with this childcare centre! The educators are caring and attentive (great thanks to you all), and the smaller group size means each child receives personalised care.My child settled in quickly, is eating and sleeping well, and even started drinking milk again—which didn’t happen at the previous centre.Sam (the centre manager) is supportive and responsive, and the centre is flexible with casual bookings, which we really appreciate. We also love the variety of activities like music, gardening, and excursions.Highly recommended! 💛

2026-03-18T11:44:26.948Z

Good experience so far :-) our daughter loves going in to see her friends and the educators, so overall its been very positive

2026-03-17T03:16:57.201Z

We’ve been at Starfish Essendon for a month now and I’m so impressed! The enrolment was a breeze, and even though my little ones are still so young, I can already see them hitting new milestones! The staff in the baby room are also so lovely!! they’re so warm and have built a bond with my babies so quickly that it has given me total peace of mind. It’s such a relief to find a place I can trust. 10/10 would highly recommend! :)

2026-03-12T09:57:59.567Z

Great staff and centre for our busy little boy

2026-02-17T23:07:46.581Z

The best child care centre for your little one to spend time when your are not around .They actually take care of all the kids and all the educators are very nice and experienced.Thank you to all the staff

2026-02-17T07:08:05.879Z

Such a lovely childcare centre with kind and caring educators. Our son was only there for a short time, but he loved going every day and settled in so well. We’re very thankful for the support and warmth from the whole team. Highly recommend.

2026-01-28T02:57:07.655Z

Our family is very grateful and appreciative of the teachers' care and attention to our son throughout his time at the school. Our son is very happy and fond of his teachers. He has developed so much while studying at the school. Thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️

2026-01-18T11:52:27.237Z

Both of children goes to Starfish and they loved it there. The environment feels so homely and the staff goes above and beyond to meet the children's need. Highly recommend 👍🏼

2026-01-03T10:18:31.194Z

We absolutely love Starfish Reservoir ELC. Our twins' skills and confidence have grown so much since starting in 2025. Chika, Samina, El, Juliana, Monica, Ruby and Mo have gone above and beyond to make our children feel comfortable and happy, teach them key skills, and help them reach milestones such as walking, nap transitions and solids. Very grateful to be part of this awesome community!

2025-12-21T01:05:41.664Z

Cannot recommend Starfish Reservoir enough! Fantastic care and educators, a beautiful community and the best experience we could’ve hoped for our family. Thank you to everyone there for all they do!

2025-12-19T21:02:15.103Z

Starfish Reservoir is an excellent ELC. Our daughter has attended for the last two years since she was nine months old and staff have been so wonderful. Management is extremely competent, communicative and well organised and each individual educator has been fantastic and skilled, with many of the same key workers there year after year. Also has a great community feel!

2025-12-19T06:41:23.596Z

We’re very happy with this childcare. And so is our son. The staff are so great and friendly always take great care of our son