Is your childcare centre designed to stand out?
Success in childcare development relies on three essential pillars to thrive in a competitive market:
1. The right childcare operator
2. The right property location
3. The right centre design
The childcare sector continues to expand, but so does the level of competition. It demands a thoughtful, strategic approach that creates long-term value – for operators, families, and investors alike. What makes a centre truly stand out depends on the perspective. For families, it is about quality care and a strong sense of community. For operators, it is compliance, operational efficiency, a sound philosophical model, a well-structured curriculum and staff satisfaction. For investors, it is long-term viability, stable returns, and a future-proof market position.
FOR INVESTORS
For a secure childcare centre investment, especially in a competitive market, several key requirements must be met across operational, financial, regulatory, and market dimensions.
Strong Market Demand: Locations with long-term viability and stable demographic trends. With deep expertise in both childcare and real estate we identify locations that are not just suitable but positioned to thrive.
Transparent Risk Mitigation: Risk-weighted financial feasibility modelling by our in-house financial analysts will provide clear ROI projection models giving investors full transparency of capital growth potential.
Design & Delivery Excellence: Purpose-built designs that meet or exceed national regulations and appeal to high-quality operators and families whilst meeting safety and space standards. Our 100% DA approval rate is backed by strong relationships with councils and deep planning design expertise.
Quality Operator Matching: We secure qualified, experienced operators early in the property acquisition process, and secure lease terms and specification prior to seeking planning approvals.
With over 40 childcare projects across Australia we provide a fully integrated, de-risked delivery model backed by sector expertise – not speculation. Protecting your interests from acquisition through delivery. Giving investors confidence in compliance, quality, and commercial success.
FOR OPERATORS
To stand out and thrive in today’s highly competitive childcare landscape, operators must ensure several critical factors align from the outset. The most successful centres are those that balance operational excellence with smart market positioning, innovative environments, and strategic location choices.
The Right Location: Data-Led, Demand-Driven: We focus on appropriate locations with strong fundamentals. Our site suitability assessments ensure each location is strategically chosen for long-term success.
Matching the Right Operator with the Right Community: We understand that each community has unique needs. That is why we prioritise alignment between an operator’s educational approach, fee structure, and the local demographic. By carefully matching operators with locations and centre designs that reflect their philosophy and service model, we lay the foundation for sustained enrolment success.
The Right Centre Design: Purpose-Built, Future-Ready: Our designs are never one-size-fits-all. We “think outside the box” to deliver innovative, nurturing environments that elevate learning and safety – tailored to each operator’s philosophy and the needs of the children and families they serve. Every square metre is thoughtfully planned for purpose, compliance, and profitability, while ensuring facilities remain highly cost-efficient without compromising on quality or visual appeal.
Strong Brand Presence & Community Engagement: We ensure a prominent and well-designed street presence, supported by cohesive branding and high-quality signage, with the design, layout, and site selection strategically aligned to the brand’s core values to foster trust and long-term recognition.
Partner with us to secure a site, lease, or development that is tailor-made to your childcare business, your philosophy, and your growth strategy, all with the confidence of knowing that every detail has been considered to position you for high occupancy, strong community connection, and long-term viability.
At Mollard property Group, we don’t just build centres we build successful childcare businesses designed to stand out. Let’s talk.