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Goodstart Early Learning Capalaba - Almara Street

Goodstart Early Learning Capalaba - Almara Street

13 Almara Street, Capalaba, QLD, 4157 view map
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1800 222 543

Care Type:

Long Day Care

Hours:

6:30am to 6:00pm

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13 Almara Street, Capalaba, QLD, 4157

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About Goodstart Early Learning Capalaba - Almara Street

Welcome to Goodstart Capalaba – Almara Street, a warm, community-focused early learning centre located in a quiet suburban pocket near Capalaba Regional Park. Our centre offers nurturing long day care and kindergarten across five bright, well-equipped rooms, supporting children from nursery through to preschool.

What makes our centre special:

  • Longstanding educators with 10–20 years of experience
  • Large, natural outdoor spaces with a waterway, sandpit and bike track
  • Safe, convenient location close to main roads and local parks
  • Two Bachelor-qualified kindergarten teachers delivering quality programs
  • Strong local reputation with positive word-of-mouth from families
  • Multilingual team supporting a diverse community
  • Consistent, highly qualified educators with Diplomas or higher
  • Fresh, healthy meals prepared onsite in a renovated kitchen

Each day, children engage in play-based learning aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, building confidence, curiosity and independence. Our experienced educators create a supportive environment where children feel safe, valued and encouraged to explore.

We prioritise strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication and creating a true sense of belonging. Our consistent team helps children feel at home while supporting their individual learning journeys.

Our outdoor environments provide opportunities for active play, discovery and connection with nature, while future programs like gardening experiences will further enrich learning.

With a focus on wellbeing, fresh meals and high-quality programs, we support every child to thrive.

Families often tell us it is our caring team, natural environments and strong community reputation that make our centre feel like a second home.

Book a tour today to meet our team and explore our learning spaces.

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Services Provided by Goodstart Early Learning Capalaba - Almara Street

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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.

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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$123-$124.5 /day

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Goodstart Early Learning Capalaba - Almara Street Reviews (17)

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Mikayla Rowan

May, 2023

Best centre! Environment is beautiful and staff are so kind! Best team to be apart of! 💗

Response from the owner 08 Jun 2023

Thank you for the wonderful feedback and 5 stars Mikayla, we love having you as part of our family at Goodstart Capalaba.

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Kristyn Varady

May, 2023

My son has been going to Almara street 5 days a week for 5 months and we could not love the centre anymore. The girls in the centre are absolute angels. My son loves them and his development has increased exponentially. I love walking in every morning and knowing my son is in the absolute best hands.

Response from the owner 08 Jun 2023

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback Kristyn - we are so happy to hear that you have found our staff to be supportive and friendly. We love having you as part of our family at Goodstart Capalaba.

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Eliza Peka

Sep, 2022

My child has built strong attachment to the educators at Goodstart - Almara St. We have been there for almost 2 years. The educators have been very consistent and this speaks to the leadership of the director- Megan. I love storypark and that I get to see pictures of my child during the day. My child recently learned scissor skills at the centre.

Response from the owner 03 Jan 2023

Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Eliza - we appreciate those 5 stars.

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