Driving Enrolment Enquiries with Google Ads
How a local childcare centre increased conversions and reduced cost per enquiry through a structured Google Ads strategy.
Project Overview
A childcare centre in Western Sydney approached us to generate consistent enrolment enquiries through Google Ads.
Operating in a highly competitive local market, the centre needed to stand out against established providers while working within a limited advertising budget.
Attract high-intent local searches and convert them into genuine enquiries and tour bookings.
The Challenges
The campaign faced several key challenges:
Highly competitive local market with numerous childcare providers
High-consideration decision-making process for parents
No existing Google Ads data or account history
Seasonal demand fluctuations impacting search behaviour
Our Strategy & Execution
We implemented a full-funnel Google Ads strategy focused on performance and efficiency:
Campaign Structure
Built account from scratch with structured campaign segmentation
Separated campaigns by intent: branded, generic, and competitor
Implemented accurate conversion tracking (calls, forms, bookings)
Keyword & Targeting Strategy
Identified 120+ high-intent local keywords
Targeted suburb-level and location-specific searches
Segmented campaigns by age groups for relevance
Built extensive negative keyword list to reduce wasted spend
Ad Copy & Messaging
Developed multiple ad variations for testing
Focused on trust signals and local relevance
Highlighted key differentiators and benefits
A/B tested messaging for performance optimisation
Bid Strategy & Optimisation
Started with data collection strategy, then moved to Target CPA
Reduced cost per enquiry significantly through optimisation
Adjusted bids based on time-of-day and location performance
Allocated budget to highest-performing segments
Scaling Strategy
Introduced remarketing campaigns
Expanded into Performance Max campaigns
Increased budget during peak enrolment season
Leveraged audience data for better targeting
Results & Outcomes
The campaign delivered strong performance improvements:
Increase in conversions
Average CTR achieved
Average CPC
Cost per enquiry
High-intent keywords targeted
What This Campaign Achieved
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Built a high-performing Google Ads account from scratch
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Increased enquiry volume while controlling costs
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Improved targeting precision and conversion efficiency
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Created a scalable paid search strategy
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Delivered consistent and measurable results
Key Takeaway
This campaign demonstrates that a structured Google Ads strategy can deliver strong results even in highly competitive local markets.
By focusing on intent-driven targeting, ongoing optimisation, and smart budget allocation, businesses can achieve consistent lead generation and long-term growth.
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