Mayfield launches ‘Mayfield 360’ to integrate allied health into early learning network

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Fiona Alston

Feb 03, 2026

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Mayfield Childcare Limited has launched a new allied health initiative 'Mayfield 360', marking its expansion into therapeutic and developmental services across its early childhood education and care (ECEC) network.

Designed to support improved learning and wellbeing outcomes, Mayfield 360 will introduce occupational therapy, speech pathology and developmental services within centre environments. The program is intended to provide integrated, evidence-based support for children while strengthening centre capability and extending value to families.

According to the company, the initiative represents both a strategic growth opportunity and a response to increasing demand for early intervention. Mayfield 360 is expected to position the group’s ECEC footprint as a scalable platform for delivering complementary services.

“The launch of Mayfield 360 is an important step in diversifying earnings, strengthening our operating model and positioning the Group for sustainable long-term growth,” said Mayfield CEO Daniel Stone.

The move comes amid rising demand for early access to allied health services, particularly those funded under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). With total NDIS funding projected to exceed $44 billion annually, and therapy services accounting for an estimated 10 per cent of that figure, the addressable market for allied health is estimated at between $4–5 billion per annum.

Mayfield’s entry into the allied health space aligns with wider sector trends, including increased emphasis on inclusive practice, early intervention and integrated service delivery, and is backed by strong early engagement from families and centre teams.

Initial enrolments have already been secured, with further expansion of services anticipated.

The Mayfield 360 model forms part of a broader strategy to enhance quality, drive sustainable revenue growth and deliver greater support for families.

The initiative also complements the company’s ongoing operational recovery. In its Q4 FY25 update, Mayfield reported margin improvements, growing occupancy and a stable cost base, with further detail to be discussed in an upcoming investor webcast.

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