2005
Work starts on Gumboots' grounds and purpose-designed buildings
Our History
Gumboots has been a cornerstone of Early Childhood Education for the northwest community since 2006, and we are excited to celebrate our 20th anniversary in January 2026. Over the years, we have supported many hundreds of children in their growth, helping them thrive and enter primary school well-prepared for their future education. We take pride in our rural heritage, our esteemed reputation within the community, and the success of the children we have nurtured.
We invite you to visit Gumboots, meet our dedicated team, explore our unique facilities, and discover why so many parents have trusted us with their children's early education. See for yourself the difference Gumboots can make in your child's educational journey.
2005
We begin recruiting our first staff - Manager, Teachers, Cooks, Gardeners - some of whom are still with Gumboots today, 20 years later!
2006
Gumboots proudly opens the doors of its first two rooms - Junior Boots and Big Boots our 'over twos' rooms in January 2006 to 48 children over 2 years of age.
2007
Gumboots opens it's 'Under Twos' rooms, Booties and Little Boots with an additional 6 infants and 16 toddlers - we're up to 70 children!
2007
Gumboots' first graduates leave and begin their primary education.
2016
Gumboots wins the Northwest Business Association's prestigious "Best Business" award for the first time.
2017
Gumboots wins the Northwest Business Association's "Best Business" award for a second time!
2018
Lynn Massie and Richard Purvis take ownership of Gumboots in November 2018
2026
Gumboots Turns 20! Four of our teaching staff from the 'early days' are still at Gumboots Congratulations and thank you Diane, Helen, Amy and Annaliese!