#1
Growing Stars Montessori School
Read 29 reviewsReputation score: 82/100
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2026 rankings NSW
14 Best Childcare Centres
in Shellharbour
Compare the top 14 childcare centres in Shellharbour, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 215 reported Google reviews across 14 businesses
See the 14 listings ↓Top 14 Childcare Centres in Shellharbour, NSW
1–14 of 14The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Growing Stars Montessori School (5.0 stars from 29 Google reviews), Junior Einsteins (5.0 stars from 20 Google reviews) and 3 Steps Early Learning Shellharbour (5.0 stars from 14 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Shellharbour childcare centres ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
Junior Einsteins
Read 20 reviewsReputation score: 82/100
#3
3 Steps Early Learning Shellharbour
Read 14 reviewsReputation score: 76/100
#4
Little Zak's Academy Shellharbour
Read 59 reviewsReputation score: 76/100
#5
Early Learning on Bribie
Read 23 reviewsReputation score: 75/100
#6
Goodstart Early Learning Shell Cove
Read 5 reviewsReputation score: 70/100
#7
Rising Stars Kindergarten
Read 17 reviewsReputation score: 69/100
#8
Alphababies Warilla Child Care Centre
Read 10 reviewsReputation score: 68/100
#9
Shellharbour City Childrens Centre
Read 3 reviewsReputation score: 67/100
#10
Early Years Care Family Day Care
Read 16 reviewsReputation score: 66/100
#11
MindChamps Early Learning & Preschool Shellharbour
Read 7 reviewsReputation score: 64/100
#12
Sprouts Early Learning
Read 5 reviewsReputation score: 62/100
#13
BFS Shellharbour Early Learning | BFS Children's Services
Read 5 reviewsReputation score: 62/100
Stockland, Level 5/211 Lake Entrance Rd, Shellharbour City Centre New South Wales 2529
(02) 4295 6655bfscs.org.au#14
CatholicCare Early Learning Centre Shellharbour
Read 2 reviewsReputation score: 20/100
Showing 14 of 14 businesses. This ranking covers our Shellharbour listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about childcare centres in Shellharbour
LocalLocal's Shellharbour capture includes 14 childcare centres with 215 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.3 stars, backed by a median of 12 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 Shellharbour and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Shellharbour childcare centres ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Growing Stars Montessori School (5.0 stars from 29 Google reviews); Junior Einsteins (5.0 stars from 20 Google reviews); 3 Steps Early Learning Shellharbour (5.0 stars from 14 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are childcare centres in Shellharbour 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 Shellharbour?
The 14 childcare centres captured for Shellharbour hold 215 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.3 stars and the median review count is 12. 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.