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Uplyft Early Learning Cannington

Updated 2026-09-05 · 2,998 reviewed · 153 listed · Scored from 27 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(27) 65 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Long Day Care CentresLearning CenterBefore & After School Care / OSHCSpecial Needs & Inclusive CareEducation Center
Uplyft Early Learning Cannington
Location
Cannington
Services
Long Day Care Centres, Learning Center, Before & After School Care / OSHC
Reviews
27
Best for
Families with typically developing children seeking a warm, play-based learning environment with strong outdoor spaces.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-05). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-05.

What reviewers think

Most families praise the educators' warmth, the expansive outdoor space, and seeing their children grow in confidence and skills. However, recent reviews raise serious concerns about disability inclusion, staff behavior toward children with additional needs, injury reporting transparency, and communication breakdowns. Parents of children with disabilities report feeling unsupported and unheard when raising concerns; some cite safety incidents and staffing inconsistencies. The split between highly positive and deeply negative experiences suggests a centre that may excel for typical development but struggles significantly with vulnerable or additional-needs children.

Praised for
  • caring and enthusiastic educators
  • spacious outdoor play areas
  • strong child development and learning
  • excellent family communication
Watch-outs
  • poor management and leadership
  • inadequate disability support and inclusion
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Best for: Families with typically developing children seeking a warm, play-based learning environment with strong outdoor spaces.
Think twice if: Parents with children who have disabilities or additional needs; recent reviews document concerns about disability support, behavior management approach, and management responsiveness to family concerns.

Strengths

  • large natural outdoor play area
  • educators with long tenure at centre
  • child development and confidence building
  • daily learning stories and family updates

Worth knowing

  • Educators Nadine and Nabbilee mentioned by name in reviews
  • Holds Australian Childhood Foundation Safeguarding Accreditation
  • Staff hold Working with Children Check, Police Clearance, Child Safe training, and first aid certification
  • Licensed for up to 58 children per day
  • Some educators have worked at the centre for many years
  • Physical literacy program (KIDDO) and Pyramid Model social-emotional skills offered
  • Dietary accommodations provided with meals
  • Large outdoor play area with shed

What reviews say by service

Long Day Care Centres
Highly praised for warm, caring environment, outdoor space, and child development for typical learners; serious concerns raised about disability support, behavior management, and communication for children with additional needs.
Learning Center
Educators noted for thoughtful, play-based learning experiences; learning stories and daily updates appreciated by families.
Infant & Toddler Nursery Care
Multiple reviews cite positive experiences with younger children; confidence and social skill growth observed by families.
Special Needs & Inclusive Care
Significant concerns: families report inadequate disability support, focusing on behavior rather than understanding needs, poor communication when raising concerns, and lack of empathy from management.

How it compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.69 average across the 111 before & after school care / oshc businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 61% of the businesses in this directory.

How did this business earn its score?

Our Rubric
Star rating 54
Review volume 63
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Questions people ask

Does the centre have outdoor space?
Yes. Reviews describe a large, spacious natural outdoor play area with a shed, described as among the largest among local centres.
What certifications and training do staff have?
Their website states staff hold Working with Children Check, Police Clearance, Child Safe training, and first aid certification. The centre holds Australian Childhood Foundation Safeguarding Children and Young People Accreditation.
Does the centre cater to children with disabilities?
Their website lists special-needs-inclusive-care. However, recent reviews from parents of children with disabilities raise serious concerns about support, communication, and inclusion practices.
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Last updated 2026-09-05