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Goodstart Early Learning Toowoomba - Healy Street Centre overview
Goodstart Toowoomba - Healy Street provides care and play-based learning for children up to 6 years, in line with the Early Years Learning Framework and Queensland Kindergarten Guidelines. The passionate team of educators work closely with families to focus on children’s individual needs, whilst also ensuring every child feels safe and ‘at home’.
Centre interiors are comfortable, fun and engaging, with natural materials, colourful toys and inviting nooks with plush cushions and rugs. Educators deliver an exciting program of creative and challenging activities. This includes celebrating special events, such as Old MacDonald's Farm Visit, Grandparent's Day, Crazy Dress Day and Teddy Bears Picnic.
The inviting outdoor yard is lovely and leafy, with beautiful trees and gardens. Children can play in the mud kitchen, tend vegetable gardens, or run, explore and discover the fun and age-appropriate play equipment. Educators keep a watchful eye, helping children build key cognitive, physical and social skills as they play.
Tucked into a leafy residential area close to Toowoomba’s CBD the centre is convenient to public transport with car parking at hand. Why not book a tour of this warm and engaging centre today?
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Goodstart Early Learning Toowoomba - Healy Street 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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8 Healy StSouth Toowoomba, QLD, 4350
Centre Reviews
Amazing learning opportunity for your little people. Lovely staff who really care about your child's early educational journey. Healthy and alternative options on... Amazing learning opportunity for your little people. Lovely staff who really care about your child's early educational journey. Healthy and alternative options on their menu with an in house cook who takes care of all the little people's big appetites with delicious and nutritious food. Highly recommend! Read more
The team at Healy Street are amazing, they are dedicated educators and show loving connections with my son, wouldn’t choose anywhere else for... The team at Healy Street are amazing, they are dedicated educators and show loving connections with my son, wouldn’t choose anywhere else for my son to attend. Read more
Wonderful centre and educators. My son is well looked after and is in safe hands. Best choice for us as a family Wonderful centre and educators. My son is well looked after and is in safe hands. Best choice for us as a family
Thanks Kailtly for your great review. We love our amazing community here at Goodstart Toowoomba - Healy Street. Our team put a lot of effort into making sure our centre is safe, nurturing and a place to thrive!