Proudly South Australian owned
Childcare and Kindy across Adelaide
Five locally owned early learning centres where every child is known by name and given room to shine.
- Open 6:30am to 6:30pm
- All meals included
- 6 weeks to school age
- 5centres across Adelaide
- 6 wksto school age
- 12 hrsopen every weekday
- 5meals and snacks a day
Five centres
Find your nearest centre
Every centre is open Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 6:30pm. Pick a star on the map or a centre from the list.
Our approach
How we care for your child
Learning through play
Our program follows the Early Years Learning Framework and grows from each child's interests.
Healthy meals every day
Breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack. Allergy aware, with vegetarian and vegan options.
Safe, clean spaces
Hygienic indoor and outdoor environments where children can explore with confidence.
Close to every family
We get to know each child's needs and keep you involved with regular updates and photos.
Nursery to Kindy
Rooms for every age
From babies at 6 weeks old to a school readiness Kindy program.
Nursery
Gentle, home-like care for babies from 6 weeks old.
Toddlers
Curious explorers building friendships and confidence.
Pre Kindy
Play-based learning that grows social skills and language.
Early Learning
Music, movement and games that build early literacy and numeracy.
Kindy
A school readiness program led by qualified teachers.
Daily rhythm
A day at Little Shining Stars
A familiar rhythm helps children feel secure, with plenty of time for play, meals and rest.
- 6:30am
Doors open
A calm welcome, a chat with your child’s educator and breakfast for early arrivals.
- 9:00am
Morning tea and group time
Songs, stories and planning the day’s projects together.
- 9:30am
Play and discovery
Indoor and outdoor play built around what the children are curious about.
- 11:30am
Lunch
A cooked meal shared at the table, with educators sitting alongside.
- 12:30pm
Rest and quiet time
Sleep or quiet activities. Babies follow their own routine from home.
- 2:30pm
Afternoon tea
Then music, movement, art and more time outside.
- 5:00pm
Late snack
A light snack for children staying past 5pm while families arrive.
- 6:30pm
Last pick-up
Time to hear about the day and see what your child made.
Times are a guide and vary by room. Babies follow their own routine.
Reviews
What families say
“Welcomed our family like they had known us for years”
My youngest daughter has attended Shining Stars for the past 4 years. From the moment we walked in every single person welcomed our family like they had known us for years and made my daughter feel at home straight away. Everyday was a new adventure and brought much laughter and fun into my daughters life that I would hear about on the ride home. When drop offs were difficult all the educators were quick to swoop in for cuddles and reassurance that Mummy would be back later and they were going to have so much fun. I would not hesitate in recommending Shining Stars to anyone looking for childcare in the area, they are brilliant!
“Very caring, strong educational and social values”
Lovely centre. Very caring, strong educational and social values. Very flexible and accommodating. I have no hesitation highly recommending this centre.
“Welcoming, kind and gentle souls”
I cannot thank the wonderful staff at LSS Wayville enough for their efforts in caring for, educating, and nurturing my 2yr daughter. After transitioning from a different child care centre I couldn’t believe the improvement in her behaviour and how quickly Emerald was picking up and leaning new things - new activities, new words, new friends and social skills. It was a breathe of fresh air and relief to experience this positive change and influence, especially as a first time Mum. The team are welcoming, kind and gentle souls who take pride in their work and their centre. I highly recommend this centre. Until next time! Thank you thank you thank you!
Questions
Questions families ask
The things most parents want to know before their first visit.
See all questionsStill have a question? Our centre teams are happy to talk it through.
What ages do you care for?
We care for children from 6 weeks old through to school age. Each centre has age-based rooms, from Nursery to a Kindy program. The rooms offered differ slightly between centres.
What are your opening hours?
All five centres are open Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 6:30pm. You can book full days, mornings (6:30am to 12:30pm) or afternoons (12:30pm to 6:30pm), from one to five days a week.
How much does childcare cost?
Daily fees vary by centre and are listed on each centre page, from $150 to $166 a full day before the subsidy. Casual days cost a little more. Most families are eligible for the Australian Government Child Care Subsidy, which is paid directly to us and lowers what you pay.
Are meals included?
Yes. We serve breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack every day, all included. Menus are allergy aware with vegetarian and vegan options, and our Klemzig and Pooraka centres are fully vegetarian. To keep every child safe from allergies, please don’t send food from home. The exceptions are formula, breast milk and baby food, or a special diet agreed with your centre.
Flexible days
Sessions and fees
Book the days that suit your family, from one day a week to five.
Full days start from $150 before the subsidy, and each centre page lists its fees. Many families are eligible for the Child Care Subsidy, which is paid directly to us and reduces what you pay.
About the Child Care Subsidy- Full day
- 6:30am to 6:30pm
- Morning session
- 6:30am to 12:30pm
- Afternoon session
- 12:30pm to 6:30pm
- Included
- All meals and snacks
Come and see us
Visit a centre, meet the educators and stay as long as you like.