#1
Little Scribblers | Childcare and Preschool Brookvale
Read 143 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
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2026 rankings NSW
25 Best Childcare Centres
in Manly
Compare the top 25 childcare centres in Manly, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 688 reported Google reviews across 25 businesses
See the 25 listings ↓Top 25 Childcare Centres in Manly, NSW
1–25 of 25The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Little Scribblers | Childcare and Preschool Brookvale (4.9 stars from 143 Google reviews), iSTEAM AHEAD Early Learning Centre (4.9 stars from 57 Google reviews) and Children's Choice Early Learning (4.8 stars from 78 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Manly childcare centres ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
iSTEAM AHEAD Early Learning Centre
Read 57 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
#3
Children's Choice Early Learning
Read 78 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#4
Explore & Develop Brookvale
Read 37 reviewsReputation score: 82/100
#5
Playhouse Learning Center
Read 31 reviewsReputation score: 82/100
#6
Guardian Childcare Freshwater
Read 48 reviewsReputation score: 81/100
#7
Explore & Develop Freshwater - Early Learning Centre
Read 42 reviewsReputation score: 81/100
#8
Little Lane Early Learning
Read 42 reviewsReputation score: 81/100
#9
Peek-A-Boo Cottage
Read 28 reviewsReputation score: 81/100
#10
Little Lane Early Learning Manly
Read 35 reviewsReputation score: 79/100
#11
Guardian Childcare & Education Manly
Read 22 reviewsReputation score: 78/100
#12
Northside Preschool
Read 19 reviewsReputation score: 76/100
#13
Playhouse Learning Center Warringah
Read 14 reviewsReputation score: 76/100
#14
The Learning Sanctuary Freshwater
Read 11 reviewsReputation score: 76/100
#15
Leaps & Bounds Preschool Manly
Read 15 reviewsReputation score: 75/100
#16
Headland Montessori ELC
Read 11 reviewsReputation score: 75/100
Building 49, Barracks Precinct, 33 N Head Scenic Dr, Manly NSW 2095
(02) 9002 0680headlandmontessori.com.au#17
Giraffe Early Learning Centre Balgowlah
Read 15 reviewsReputation score: 74/100
#18
Punchinello ELC Balgowlah
Read 11 reviewsReputation score: 72/100
#19
Pine Street Kindergarten
Read 9 reviewsReputation score: 70/100
#20
Manly Community Pre-school
Read 3 reviewsReputation score: 70/100
#21
Kid City Kindergarten
Read 5 reviewsReputation score: 68/100
#22
Manly Vale Community Kindergarten
Read 3 reviewsReputation score: 66/100
#23
Allambie Heights Play & Learn Family Day Care
Read 7 reviewsReputation score: 62/100
16a Cornwell Rd, Allambie Heights New South Wales 2100
0435 344 637#24
Roundhouse Child Care Centre
Read 1 reviewsReputation score: 20/100
#25
Three Little Birds Family Day Care
Read 1 reviewsReputation score: 4/100
48a Amourin St, North Manly New South Wales 2100
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Showing 25 of 25 businesses. This ranking covers our Manly listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about childcare centres in Manly
LocalLocal's Manly capture includes 25 childcare centres with 688 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.9 stars, backed by a median of 15 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
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Questions about childcare centres in Manly and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Manly childcare centres ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Little Scribblers | Childcare and Preschool Brookvale (4.9 stars from 143 Google reviews); iSTEAM AHEAD Early Learning Centre (4.9 stars from 57 Google reviews); Children's Choice Early Learning (4.8 stars from 78 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are childcare centres in Manly ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for childcare centres in Manly?
The 25 childcare centres captured for Manly hold 688 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.9 stars and the median review count is 15. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 26 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.