Latest Early Learning Centres News

Goodstart Early Learning has conditionally agreed to acquire 31 centres operated by Edge Early Learning, including 20 of Arena REIT’s 27 properties occupied by the childcare group. The proposed transaction remains subject to due diligence, final documentation and Arena’s consent to lease assignments.

Arena REIT delivered higher earnings, distributions and asset values in FY2026, but the failure of a major childcare tenant has forced a sharp reset in its near-term outlook. Edge Early Learning accounts for about 14% of rental income and is now in voluntary administration after missing rent.

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT (ASX:CQE) reported a 13.1% rise in operating earnings per unit for FY26, driven by strategic acquisitions and strong rental growth, while raising guidance for FY27.

Arena REIT's portfolio valuation rises by $11.5 million in H2 FY2026, underpinning a 5.5% increase in distributions and continued active portfolio management.

Arena REIT reported a robust half-year performance for HY2026, with net profit rising to $110 million and earnings per security up 5.4%. The company reaffirmed its FY2026 distribution guidance, underpinned by strong rental growth and disciplined capital management.

Arena REIT has reported a robust HY2026 financial performance, with net operating profit rising 9% and statutory net profit surging 202%. The REIT’s active portfolio management and development pipeline underpin its confidence in sustained growth.

Arena REIT reported a remarkable 202% jump in net profit for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by significant property revaluation gains and steady rental income growth. Distributions rose 5%, supported by an expanded and fully leased portfolio of early learning and healthcare properties.

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT (CQE) reported a robust half-year performance with a 51.6% jump in statutory profit and upgraded its FY26 distribution guidance, underpinned by strategic acquisitions and refinancing.

Arena REIT reports a $61 million uplift in portfolio valuation for H1 FY2026, driven by strong investor interest in early learning centres and a tightening yield environment. The company reaffirms its FY2026 distribution guidance, signaling confidence in its growth trajectory.

Arena REIT reports robust FY2025 financial results marked by earnings growth, a strengthened portfolio, and significant progress on sustainability targets, while guiding higher distributions for FY2026.

Arena REIT reported a robust 17% increase in net operating profit for FY2025, underpinned by strong portfolio management and development activity, while raising its distribution guidance by 5.5% for FY2026.

Arena REIT reported a robust FY25 with net profit up 42% to $81.5 million, driven by rental growth and property revaluations, while raising FY26 distribution guidance by 5.5%. The Group also announced a CEO succession plan amid sustained portfolio expansion and strong capital management.