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Goodstart Early Learning Parafield Gardens

Goodstart Early Learning Parafield Gardens

121 Shepherdson Rd, Parafield Gardens, SA, 5107 view map
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5.0
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1800 222 543

Care Type:

Long Day Care

Hours:

6:30am to 6:30pm

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Address:

121 Shepherdson Rd, Parafield Gardens, SA, 5107

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About Goodstart Early Learning Parafield Gardens

Welcome to Goodstart Parafield Gardens, located on Kaurna land and close to Parafield Gardens Railway Station and major bus routes. Our centre offers a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe, supported and truly belong. Through play-based learning and strong relationships, children build confidence, curiosity and a love of learning.

Our longstanding and experienced team, with many educators supporting families for 10–24 years, provides consistency and trusted relationships. We focus on intentional, play-based learning guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, with experiences tailored to each child’s goals, interests and development.

Children’s wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. We support emotional development, helping children build resilience, self-regulation and positive relationships. Our diverse, multicultural community, with educators speaking Hindi, Punjabi and Vietnamese, creates an inclusive environment where every family feels valued and respected.

Our outdoor environments and sustainability practices encourage children to explore nature, engage in gardening and develop an understanding of the environment. Regular incursions and excursions, including music and movement, emergency services visits and local walks, enrich learning and connect children with their community.

Our Flying Start school readiness program supports children to transition confidently into primary school, building independence and essential life skills.

Families often tell us they value our caring team, inclusive culture and strong sense of belonging. Book a tour today to meet our educators and discover how your child can learn, connect and thrive with us.

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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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$133.5-$135.5 /day

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Goodstart Early Learning Parafield Gardens Reviews (6)

5.0

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Tamicka Jones

Sep, 2023

Very high quality child care

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Tara McConnachy

Jan, 2023

We would like to thank all the ladies for there professionalism, for teaching, guiding and being there for our son from nursery to kindy graduation. No better care could be given, we will never forget all the things done for us.

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Kathryn Ellis

Dec, 2019

The staff are fantastic and helping children grow and flourish really is their business 😊

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Educational Program and Practice Exceeding
Children's Health and Safety Exceeding
Physical environment Exceeding
Staffing Arrangements Exceeding
Relationships with children Exceeding
Collaborative partnerships with families and communities Exceeding
Governance and leadership Exceeding

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