Goodstart Early Learning Goodna
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Goodstart Early Learning Goodna Centre overview
Goodstart Early Learning Goodna Centre highlights
- Natural and manmade outdoor play areas with a focus on sustainability.
- Personalised learning programs aligned with national standards.
- Strong connections with the local community and schools.
Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Goodna is located on the corner of Redbank Plains Road and Kingsford Street, with convenient parking and a bus stop just outside. We cater to children from 6 weeks to 5 years, offering personalised learning programs guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines.
Our team of qualified educators creates natural, homely learning environments, and we use Storypark to share and extend children’s learning with families. We provide nutritionally balanced meals, nappies, wipes, sun cream, hats, and water bottles.
Our outdoor areas feature a blend of natural and manmade elements, including trees, sandpits, swings, a dirt pit, a musical station, produce gardens, a worm farm, and a rainwater tank. These spaces are designed to foster environmental awareness and imaginative play.
Community connections are a key focus, and we engage in local school visits, community events, and excursions to enrich children's learning experiences.
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Goodstart Early Learning Goodna Service features
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Kindergarten/Preschool Programs
Kindergarten/Preschool Programs
Our high-quality, play based preschool curriculum is delivered by Bachelor qualified Early Childhood Teachers. Our teachers tailor their programs to ensure all children develop the confidence and social and emotional skills needed for a smooth transition to school. Through play, our Early Childhood Teachers facilitate children’s learning of important language, literacy, numeracy and creative skills.
Benefits of Goodstart Kindergarten/Preschool programs:
- Our programs are planned and led by qualified and experienced Early Childhood Teachers, in accordance with the Early Years Learning Framework
- Our programs have the tick of approval, meaning they meet (and exceed) Government guidelines around learning in the year before school
- Strong connections with local schools support our extensive transition to school programs
- We offer greater flexibility and convenience for busy families with longer opening hours, five days a week, 52 weeks of the year.
- We offer 9-hour, 10-hour and all-day sessions.
- Nutritious meals are provided throughout the day, so there’s no need to pack lunch boxes.
Curriculum and programs
Curriculum and programs
The educators at Goodstart Early Learning follow an evidence-based curriculum that aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework. Informed by world-leading research, practices and techniques, the curriculum encourages the children’s natural curiosity and engages them in their learning journey.
As the children move through the different rooms in the centre, the curriculum evolves with them. The educators set goals for the children and celebrate as they reach their milestones. At every stage, the educators are tailoring the curriculum and goals to each child’s individual needs.
The curriculum involves different types of learning experiences and styles. From child-led learning to sessions guided by educators, the children participate in small and large group sessions as well as individual play. Most importantly, the children learn through play, developing social skills, confidence and independence in addition to more formal academic skills.
Play is the order of the day of Goodstart Early Learning and the programs at the centre are grounded in a play-based approach. The educators embed teaching and learning into play experiences, helping the children to make sense of the world around them. This is how the children learn about how things work and develop important foundational relationships and skills.
The primarily child-directed, play-based curriculum ensures that the children are engaged in their learning. They are encouraged to take the lead, developing their negotiation, risk taking, problem solving and social skills. The educators observe the children and help to challenge them by extending their learning and interests.
The educators recognise that every child is unique and that they bring their own needs, interests and strengths with them each day. The program is designed to be flexible to cater to these differing needs, ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive at Goodstart.
Parent communication and involvement
Parent communication and involvement
Goodstart Early Learning uses the StoryPark app to connect with parents throughout the day. The educators upload photos and stories to the secure app, which parents can access anytime and anywhere to track their child’s progress.
The approach at the centre is very much based around partnership between families and educators. The educators work with the parents and carers to build strong relationships. They develop trust so the children can feel safe and secure while at the centre. Parents are also encouraged to share their insights and feedback with educators to add depth to the relationship.
The educators observe the children every day and tailor the program around their observations. They share these with parents, so they can feel connected to their child’s progress and also provide feedback that will further enhance their child’s learning experience.
Meet the team
Meet the team
Goodstart Early Learning employs qualified and skilled educators who are dedicated to making a difference to the children in their care. The centre employs people who are empathetic and compassionate, with a nurturing disposition and a passion for care. Working collaboratively as a team, the educators display qualities such as positivity, kindness and, most importantly, a desire to help every child thrive.
The educators hold relevant qualifications, including the Kindergarten and Preschool Program teachers who are university qualified. The educators are lifelong learners, participating in regular and ongoing professional development to enhance their skills. They are encouraged to upskill, learning about the latest research and thinking in the sector. They can then bring this knowledge back to the centre to share with their colleagues for the benefit of the children.
Nikki Ross
Hi, I’m Nikki Ross and I’m the Centre Director here at Goodstart Goodna.
I have been the Assistant Director at Goodna since 2022.
I hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education, and have been working within the Goodstart company for the last 13 years, across a variety of services where I have meet amazing children, families and educators.
I am also a mum to two beautiful daughters Amelia aged 5 and Ellie aged 3.
I believe that children should have access to high quality care environments that nurture and foster their individual uniqueness and learning needs. I strive to ensure that all children, families and educators have a safe and secure environment in which we can grow together.
At our centre we have a team of many passionate and long standing educators, all staff actively engage in professional development opportunities and strive to create a safe nurturing environment for all children, families and co-workers.
We enjoy welcoming new faces and are excited to help support you on your child’s journey through their first 5 years.
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14 Kingsford StreetGoodna, QLD, 4300
Centre Reviews
Moving my son to Goodstart was the best thing i’ve done for him for his Kindy year! He is a lot more cool,... Moving my son to Goodstart was the best thing i’ve done for him for his Kindy year! He is a lot more cool, calm and collected. Everyday he learns something and says how much he loves all the teachers there, even the relief teachers are incredible! Nikki the acting director is so lovely and approachable as well 🖤 Thanks Goodstart Goodna Read more
This is my sons second day care he’s gone too the first day not even one year from him the educators are so... This is my sons second day care he’s gone too the first day not even one year from him the educators are so lovely and welcoming Read more
Thank you, Scarlet, for sharing your positive experience with Goodstart Goodna. We’re so glad to hear that your son has felt welcomed and has enjoyed his time at our centre. We appreciate your kind words about our educators and look forward to continuing to support your son’s growth and development.
Excellent..high quality trainers and facility. Highly recommended.. Excellent..high quality trainers and facility. Highly recommended..
Thank you for your fantastic feedback and 5-star review!