Goodstart Early Learning Griffin
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Goodstart Early Learning Griffin Centre overview
Phone
(07) 3523 1828Goodstart Early Learning Griffin Centre highlights
- Nature-inspired play areas with sensory gardens and a bee hive.
- Freshly prepared meals served in an outdoor dining hub.
- Personalised programs based on each child's development and interests.
Our purpose-built centre offers essential care for local families, with six spacious learning areas, a dedicated nursery sleep room, and a natural, home-like atmosphere. Each age-based room opens directly to an outdoor play area featuring sensory gardens, a vegetable patch, a mud kitchen, a digging space, and three large sandpits. We also have an Australian native stingless bee hive to engage children in nature.
Our early learning programs cater to children from six weeks to Kindergarten, following the Early Years Learning Framework and focusing on each child’s interests and stage of development.
We offer freshly prepared meals, served from our child-height servery, in our dedicated outdoor dining hub. Our family lounge is available during opening hours for parents to relax with complimentary tea or coffee.
Book a tour to meet our team and explore how we can support your child’s learning journey. We look forward to welcoming your family!
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Goodstart Early Learning Griffin 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.
Sarah Kane
Hi, my name is Sarah Kane and I am honoured to be Center Director here at Goodstart Early Learning Griffin.
I have worked in the early childhood industry since 2005 working at Goodstart Early Learning since 2016.
As a mother of 3 young children, I believe I know and understand the importance of quality early learning and care.
I strive to ensure the centre achieves a high standard, where each and every child has the chance to thrive and reach their full potential under the guidance of an amazing team of Educators. Watching the children learn and grow each day whilst in our care is the most rewarding part of my job!
At Goodstart Griffin, we believe if we support the children in their early years this will provide them with a great foundation for the transition to school and life beyond. Our aim is to provide warm, comfortable environments where children learn, have fun and feel a sense of belonging.
My team and I look forward to welcoming you as part of the Goodstart Griffin family and work together to support your child in their early learning journey.
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58 Wesley RoadGriffin, QLD, 4503
Centre Reviews
We absolutely love being part of griffin center. The team is tremendous and extremely cordial about children. I always admire the planned daily... We absolutely love being part of griffin center. The team is tremendous and extremely cordial about children. I always admire the planned daily activities and different programs through which kids are learning lots of relevant things and this is also making them curious to know more and more. Honestly, sometimes we also become surprised when kids ask something, something probably we did not think they can know now but they are pretty oriented about everything. Also another good facility is self owned kitchen so we are not worried about quality and nutrition as kids are attending 5 days in week. My kids are growing up with good manner ,empathy ,self dependence and confidence . We are so grateful to Goodstart Griffin team and always recommend the center to everyone.Good luck. Read more
Thank you so much, Nazmia, for your thoughtful feedback. We are delighted to hear how much your family enjoys being part of Goodstart Griffin. It’s wonderful to know the daily programs and activities are sparking your children’s curiosity and supporting their growth in confidence, empathy, and independence. We are also so pleased that our in-house meals give you peace of mind about their nutrition and wellbeing. Your kind words mean a lot to our team, and we truly appreciate your recommendation and support!
We love Good Start Griffin. They truly care about the kids and their wellbeing. The staff are really warm and friendly. The facilities... We love Good Start Griffin. They truly care about the kids and their wellbeing. The staff are really warm and friendly. The facilities are fantastic and my kids love it. I know they are going to enjoy themselves and be learning as well. Read more
Thank you, Sarah, for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased to hear how much your children enjoy their time at Goodstart Griffin. Knowing that families feel supported, welcomed, and confident that their children are happy, safe, and learning is so important to us. We truly appreciate your kind words and your trust in our team!
A great center with an amazing team! Special thanks to Tasma, Sarah and Mandy for their above and beyond approach to the front... A great center with an amazing team! Special thanks to Tasma, Sarah and Mandy for their above and beyond approach to the front desk! Read more
Thank you for your kind review, Jordan. We’re so pleased to hear you’ve had a great experience at Goodstart Griffin. Your kind words about our team at the front desk are truly appreciated, and we’re glad their support has made a positive impact.
The team at Goodstart Griffin are amazing. My son came leaps and bound whilst attending the centre. The team was always attentive and... The team at Goodstart Griffin are amazing. My son came leaps and bound whilst attending the centre. The team was always attentive and caring to my sons needs. And always happy to give him extra comfort on the days he needed it. We have moved now but they will be missed. Read more
Thank you so much for your lovely words, Jennifer! We are so grateful to have been part of your son's journey and it warms our hearts to hear how much he grew while with us. Our team loved supporting him and providing that extra comfort whenever he needed it. We miss you both already and wish you all the best in your new adventure. Thank you for being such a special part of our Goodstart Griffin family!
Our Daughter has been attending this centre for the past 6mths since relocating from NSW, late last year I phoned the centre in... Our Daughter has been attending this centre for the past 6mths since relocating from NSW, late last year I phoned the centre in an effort to start the waitlist/enrolment process initially speaking with Brittanie and then Tasma, since this time all of our interactions have been really positive with the room educators (and continues with Brittanie and Tasma) and would recommend this service to those thinking of enrolling. Read more
Thank you for your kind feedback about Goodstart Griffin. We’re glad to hear that your experience with our educators has been so positive since your move. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated, and we’re pleased to have been able to support your daughter’s transition into our centre.
Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review!
My daughter has been attending Goodstart Griffin for over a year now and we absolutely love it. The staff are incredible, so welcoming... My daughter has been attending Goodstart Griffin for over a year now and we absolutely love it. The staff are incredible, so welcoming and caring. My daughter has grown and built so much confidence over her time here. A big thank you to all her educators ❤️ Read more
This place has only been operating for few weeks and though I don’t have a problem with Good Start Learning Centre, I am... This place has only been operating for few weeks and though I don’t have a problem with Good Start Learning Centre, I am very dissatisfied with the service this particular centre in Griffin has provided us. How can you go to pick up your child and no one, I mean no one can tell you what he/she has been up to for the day, why his/her cloths are wet, and no one even knows her name just because “no one told me anything about your child”. That’s not good enough! All the explanation we’ve got so far is “we are a new establishment and staff don’t know which kid is which”. First of all, there is a procedure called “hand-over” where informations are transferred between people and in a day care centre, this is paramount procedure as parents need to know what their kid has been up to or if there’s anything they need to be concern or look forward to. For over two weeks all the reason we’ve been given is “it’s a new establishment” even after verbally complaining to a coordinator still nothing changed in two weeks. And when we tried to strike a conversation to see how this can be sorted, all we get is attitude from your staff? Anyway, it seems you are more about making the money than anything. Took my kid out! Read more