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Goodstart Early Learning Ringwood - Register Your Interest Now! Centre overview
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(03) 9125 4862Welcome to Goodstart Early Learning Ringwood
At Goodstart Ringwood we provide high-quality early education and care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, with a government-approved kindergarten program designed to ensure a smooth transition to school.
Your child’s safety and wellbeing are our highest priority, supported by strict protocols and a caring team of long-standing, dedicated educators and degree-qualified teachers.
Our recently refurbished centre offers modern, light-filled learning spaces and a spacious outdoor environment, thoughtfully designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and active play.
As a proud part of the Ringwood community for many years, we value diversity and inclusion—celebrating all cultures, languages, and traditions. Nutritious meals are provided daily, and our strong sense of community ensures every family feels welcome and supported.
Discover why families choose Goodstart Ringwood for a safe, nurturing, and enriching start in life.
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Goodstart Early Learning Ringwood - Register Your Interest Now! 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.
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203 Warrandyte RdRingwood North, VIC, 3134
Centre Reviews
Such great educators that were amazing with my two boys. Grateful for our time spent here. Such great educators that were amazing with my two boys. Grateful for our time spent here.
My daughter is absolutely loving Goodstart Ringwood. The Educators are very caring and supportive. I can't speak highly enough of them. They helped... My daughter is absolutely loving Goodstart Ringwood. The Educators are very caring and supportive. I can't speak highly enough of them. They helped my daughter settle in quickly and make lots of new friends. I love that the children have a strong voice at the centre and that the room's resources get rotated frequently based on their interests. Preparing them for life and school is a big focus following children's safety. Everyone is very kind and welcoming. Strongly recommend. Read more
Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review of Goodstart Ringwood! We're thrilled to hear that your daughter is loving her time at the centre. Our educators take pride in providing a caring and supportive environment, and it sounds like they've made a smooth transition for your daughter. Knowing that you feel confident that Goodstart Ringwood is preparing your daughter for school while prioritizing her safety is very rewarding. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all children and families. Thank you for highly recommending us!
We really struck gold with this place. My family is so very grateful for the immediate care and warm welcome to our first... We really struck gold with this place. My family is so very grateful for the immediate care and warm welcome to our first childcare experience shown by the staff at Goodstart Ringwood. They have been very accomodating as we navigate early disability evaluations and mobility assistance trials. Their compassion and kindness towards our daughter and us as parents has really made the beginning of this journey amazing. We really are so happy with the centre and its employees. Read more
Very Impressive with the staff and the program. Both of my kids are in Kinder and day care. We are happy that both... Very Impressive with the staff and the program. Both of my kids are in Kinder and day care. We are happy that both kids enjoy their weekdays there! Read more
Thank you for your feedback about Goodstart Ringwood! We're thrilled to hear that you're impressed with our team and program and that both of your kids enjoy their time with us. Creating a positive and engaging environment for children is our top priority, and we're glad to hear that your children are thriving and happy at our centre. Thank you for choosing Goodstart Ringwood for your family's early learning needs!
I am very happy with the service provided by the centre. Our boy has been attending the centre since the Baby room, and... I am very happy with the service provided by the centre. Our boy has been attending the centre since the Baby room, and now he's in his final year (Kinder 4). The educators are knowledgeable, caring, friendly, and supportive. The management team is excellent, efficient, and flexible in responding to requests and emails. I would highly recommended here to those who are looking for a child care service in this area. Read more
Thank you for sharing your experience with Goodstart Ringwood, Janet! We're thrilled to hear that you're very happy with the service provided by our centre and that your son has been with us since the Baby room and is now in his final year of Kinder. We're glad to hear that you find our educators knowledgeable, caring, friendly, and supportive, and we appreciate your recognition of our management team's excellence, efficiency, and flexibility. Thank you for your recommendation, and we're honoured to have been a part of your son's early years journey!
we were incredibly happy with this centre until Goodstart head office decided to charge full price for public holidays, we had specifically chosen... we were incredibly happy with this centre until Goodstart head office decided to charge full price for public holidays, we had specifically chosen Goodstart as they did not charge for public holidays, instead they had overall higher fees. This worked for our family as I work Mondays and Fridays. Yesterday after days were locked in for 2024 we were told we would be charged for public holidays, as a contractor I do not get paid these days and now have to pay for 7 days per year I do not get any service for nor do i have an income for. If we apply my 25% holiday discount it uses 7 out of 8 of our holiday days. An overall fee rise would have been much preferred so the cost of public holiday coverage could be spread across all families rather than thrown at a small group of us. Truly disappointed in both this decision and even more so the timing of it when it is now incredibly difficult to change days. Read more
After visiting many centres and asking many questions, I found this one to be the most accommodating, caring, cleanest, and best environment. Now... After visiting many centres and asking many questions, I found this one to be the most accommodating, caring, cleanest, and best environment. Now 2 months in, I'm so amazed at how they've helped my son adjust. From him being clingy and crying to having fun, eating and sleeping well within a month, it really shows the quality of care. Read more
My child attends this centre and its truly leagues ahead of anywhere else. The staff are educational, warm and engaging. Miroslava and her... My child attends this centre and its truly leagues ahead of anywhere else. The staff are educational, warm and engaging. Miroslava and her team are worthy winners of the 2022 award they received and do the little things every day to provide the most amazing service to their families. My child calls them the "fun ladies" and looks forward to each day they attend with their friends. Thank you for everything. Read more
The whole team provides a great educational and enjoyable journey to my son. My son Alex loves going there and spend time with... The whole team provides a great educational and enjoyable journey to my son. My son Alex loves going there and spend time with all the educators. As he speaks Mandarin at home, the centre provides good educators who speak Mandarin with him all the time to ease his nervousness and teach his English. He enjoys every day in the centre to play and learn Read more
Thank you very much for such a great review. We pride ourselves on our great community, being inclusive and high-quality learning here at Goodstart Ringwood. So we are thrilled to hear about your experience.
We're so grateful for the stars Monali. We love our childcare and kindergarten too! ❤️