This long day care service located in the Rainbow Region at Goonellabah is the regional winner for NSW achieving an outstanding KindiCare rating of 9.7. The service is also Exceeding the National Quality Standards according to ACECQA.

Bumblebee Early Education Centre is a private purpose-built child care centre established in November 2005. It is locally owned and operated by an experienced and highly trained team who offer long day care and preschool combined. The team at Bumblebee Goonellabah are committed to ensuring that all children are respected for their individuality regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin or status. Educators have an understanding of all developmental levels which enables them to meet individual and group needs through a variety of means. The educational program at Bumblebee aims to challenge, stimulate and ignite the interests of children at their own level of involvement. This is achieved through regular observations and evaluations that enable to the team to focus on appropriate educational experiences for each child individually. Staff are qualified and experienced and work in an environment which nurtures their personal and professional development. “Our team respects individual levels of knowledge and experience as well as encouraging active participation in open communication. Reflective practices are encouraged and used by all.”