Standout childcare centres for sale right now across Australia
With federal subsidies and the “three-day guarantee” policy continuing to bolster occupancy nationwide, childcare remains one of the most resilient asset classes in the market.
According to Ray White Commercial’s Childcare Investment Report 2025, nearly $1 billion worth of childcare assets traded in 2024, marking a near 30 per cent jump on the previous year.
“The childcare sector is one of the few asset classes in which government support directly translates to consistent demand and rental performance,” adds Ray White head of research Vanessa Rader.
From Queensland’s hinterland to Melbourne’s expanding suburbs, these seven childcare centres currently on the market offer a unique blend of secure income streams and prime locations, perfectly positioned for population growth.
1. Canopy Early Education, QLD
Set in Toowoomba’s family-friendly suburb of Wilsonton, this brand-new centre is secured by a 20-year lease to a not-for-profit operator, providing long-term income certainty through to 2045. The contemporary 429-square-metre facility sits on a 1912 square metres corner site and benefits from annual 3 per cent rent increases. With regional Queensland’s population growth and strong local demand, this is earmarked as a top investment opportunity.
2. Birches Early Learning Centre, VIC
Occupying more than 2000 square metres in Melbourne’s south-east suburb of Carrum Downs, this architect-designed childcare facility is licensed for 128 children and leased for 15 years with further options to 2058. Located in a key growth corridor, the property’s scale and proximity to new housing estates make it a compelling addition to any investor’s portfolio.
3. Goodstart, QLD
High in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, this established Goodstart Early Learning Centre combines serene surroundings with strong enrolment. The 20-year triple-net lease runs to 2041 with options to extend, which translates to minimal landlord responsibilities with fixed 3 per cent annual rent increases.
The Sunshine Coast is one of Queensland’s booming regions, boasting a $23.7 billion economy and a rapidly growing population forecast to exceed 570,000 by 2046, which underscores the strength of investing in childcare.
4. 360 Early Education, ACT
The 678-square-metre, purpose-built facility is fully leased to 360 Early Education with a 20-year initial lease and options extending to 2075.
Situated on a sizeable land parcel of 1943 square metres in the established suburb of Rivett, the centre is part of the tightly held Weston Creek region, characterised by high proportions of separate-house family dwellings and strong underlying population growth.
Secured by a national tenant with 3.5 per cent annual rent increases and a net income of $384,000, this is a compelling “set-and-forget” investment for those seeking simple long-term income.
5. Twinklekids Early Learning, VIC
Emerald is an ideal location for childhood development, given its tight-knit community and its natural surroundings. Twinklekids Early Learning is located opposite the heritage Puffing Billy Railway and is an established childcare centre leased to an experienced operator on a 10-plus-10-year agreement. The property is ideally located to service a growing outer-suburban population.
6. Young Academics, NSW
For investors seeking a foothold in Sydney’s thriving western corridor, Young Academics offers a 15-year lease with options to 2058. The 1333 square metre corner site sits just 150 metres from a Woolworths-anchored shopping centre, ensuring convenience for local families and long-term tenant strength.
7. New Horizons Preschool, TAS
Ray White Commercial Tasmania has brought to market a rare dual-campus childcare opportunity comprising two award-winning New Horizons Preschool centres in Hobart’s tightly held suburbs of Battery Point and Lenah Valley. Both day care centres are running at 100 per cent occupancy and enjoy strong community reputations, backed by experienced management.
The offering includes the business operations of both sites, plus the option to purchase the Lenah Valley freehold, providing buyers with flexibility to acquire one or both assets.
