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Goodstart Early Learning Mount Tamborine Centre overview
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(07) 5638 5816Goodstart Early Learning Mount Tamborine Centre highlights
- Spacious outdoor area with natural surroundings and a yarning circle.
- Strong ties with the local primary school for seamless school transition.
- Award-winning family and community partnership recognition in 2023.
Goodstart Early Learning Mount Tamborine is nestled in the scenic Gold Coast Hinterland. Located close to the local primary school, shops, and services, our centre offers spacious rooms and dynamic play areas that adapt to the evolving interests of our children.
Our outdoor spaces are filled with native trees, a natural grassy area, and a yarning circle for relaxation and play. We maintain a strong connection with Tamborine Mountain State School, ensuring our Kindergarten children are well-prepared for school life.
Most of our dedicated educators live locally and have worked here for many years, fostering strong relationships with families. Using the Storypark platform, we keep parents connected to their child’s learning journey in real time.
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Goodstart Early Learning Mount Tamborine 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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117-119 Curtis RoadNorth Tamborine, QLD, 4272
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Both my kids have attended Goodstart Mt Tamborine and I have been very happy with the way they have been looked after. Highly... Both my kids have attended Goodstart Mt Tamborine and I have been very happy with the way they have been looked after. Highly recommend this centre 😊 Read more
Mr Dan is a great asset to the centre and amazing in the kindy room! Makes daily life exciting by being involved in... Mr Dan is a great asset to the centre and amazing in the kindy room! Makes daily life exciting by being involved in everything the kids do. The centre has a a warm, family feel to it where your child is nurtured, not just a number. Read more
This kindy has changed our lives. From first point of contact with Miss Mel you are welcomed with care and feel like family. My son... This kindy has changed our lives. From first point of contact with Miss Mel you are welcomed with care and feel like family. My son Elias has flourished, and gets upset when it's time to go home. All the lessons and activities stick with well after the day is finished. I've never been happier and truly is beautiful. From horticulture to martial arts goodstart Tamborine mountain has it all. Elias has also made his very first friend which for a mum is the best too see. Thankyou goodstart Tamborine mountain. You guys rock Love from Elias and his mum Lesley Read more
My little boy loves goodstart tamborine mountain! We are relatively new to the centre and he gets so excited on kindy days, he... My little boy loves goodstart tamborine mountain! We are relatively new to the centre and he gets so excited on kindy days, he even gets excited if we're just driving past. Sometimes he will say out of nowhere "I love my new kindy mum". Thank you for making him so happy!! Read more
Thanks for the lovely feedback Emma. We love having you as part of our family at Goodstart Mount Tamborine.
Three of my kids have have gone through Goodstart. So many great educators throughout the years. Sharmaine is looking after my littlest one... Three of my kids have have gone through Goodstart. So many great educators throughout the years. Sharmaine is looking after my littlest one and an absolute star. Read more
Thank you for this wonderful feedback Shay. We are so glad to hear that you are happy with our centre and Sharmaine. 😊
I'm so pleased and grateful that my kids were able to return to this centre which provides such a caring, kind and personal... I'm so pleased and grateful that my kids were able to return to this centre which provides such a caring, kind and personal atmosphere. I love walking into the little goodstart Tamborine family, I always feel at home and so do the kids. Thank you to all the educators and director for the invaluable help and assistance you have always provided to my family. Please keep doing what you're all doing! Read more
A wonderful and wholesome early learning centre. We love the fact that many of the activities take place outdoors and that all teachers... A wonderful and wholesome early learning centre. We love the fact that many of the activities take place outdoors and that all teachers are very mindful of the children. We particularly love the teachers, in particular Mr. Brendon and the Director, Ms. Mel is a wonderful individual who genuinely cares about the children and family wellbeing. Thank you for everything you've done for our child! Read more
Two centres to choose from ... my easiest option would have been the other but goodstart won me over. Great staff. Melissa the... Two centres to choose from ... my easiest option would have been the other but goodstart won me over. Great staff. Melissa the director is amazing!!! Without a doubt the best daycare up here!!! Thankyou guys! Read more
The staff are amazing and treat my little boy with such love and care. Would recommend to anyone 😊 The staff are amazing and treat my little boy with such love and care. Would recommend to anyone 😊