Goodstart Early Learning Hillside

34 Gourlay Road, Hillside, VIC, 3037

4.0 Average score

27 Reviews

6:30am to 6:30pm

Licensed for 120 Children

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(03) 9125 4908

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Goodstart Early Learning Hillside Centre highlights

Purpose-built facility for 120 children with expansive indoor and outdoor spaces, catering to ages six weeks to five years.
Recognised as one of three learning hubs for innovative practices, hosting visits from other educators.
Excursions and incursions with local organisations foster connections and real-world learning experiences for children.

Welcome to Goodstart Early Learning Hillside

At Goodstart Early Learning Hillside, we take pride in being an Exceeding centre. As one of only three centres selected to be a learning hub for advancing knowledge in practice, we welcome educators from other centres to observe our exemplary practices.

Our purpose-built childcare centre caters for 120 children and boasts expansive indoor and outdoor spaces. We have six rooms within our centre, including Nursery, Toddler One, Toddler Two, and funded Kindergarten programs for 3- and 4-year-olds. We support children from six weeks to five years old.

Many of our educators have been with us for over a decade, while we also welcome new faces as our centre continues to grow. Our educators hold a range of qualifications from Certificate III to Diploma in Children’s Services, and our Pre-Kinder and Kindergarten rooms are staffed by qualified teachers running funded programs.

Our onsite cook prepares healthy and nutritious meals five days a week, providing breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and a late snack. We cater to children with food allergies and offer Halal options.

In addition to our core programme, we offer extracurricular activities such as Hey Dee Ho and Jump for Joy, along with a sports programme that teaches various sports skills throughout the week. Our strong connections with the community allow children to participate in incursions and excursions, including trips to the zoo and local farms. We also welcome special visits from community members such as firefighters, librarians, ambulance personnel, police officers, and representatives from local schools.

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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

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.

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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How Goodstart Early Learning Hillside compares with Hillside, 3037

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4.6

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34 Gourlay Road
Hillside, VIC, 3037

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Centre Reviews

4.0 (27 Reviews)

G I

Sep, 2025

We love hillside, best centre ever for my child! All the educator is very friendly, we wouldn’t worry anything at all, we... Read more

Response from the owner 25 Sep 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear how happy your family is with Goodstart Hillside and that your child is enjoying their learning journey both indoors and outdoors. It’s wonderful to know our educators help you feel confident and supported every day. We truly appreciate your feedback and will be sure to share it with the team!

Vicky Nguyen

Sep, 2025

I transferred my daughter to this centre mid year last year due to moving houses. My child was bitten by another child and... Read more

Peter Wanis

Apr, 2025

Dorin Prundus

Oct, 2024

Lia

Jun, 2024

Best Centre team!! Quality teaching and learning, welcoming spaces, love that the parents input is valued.One of the best Centres in our area.

Response from the owner 07 Jun 2024

Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review of Goodstart Hillside, Lia! We are so happy to hear you consider us one of the best centres in the area. The Hillside team is dedicated to providing high-quality education and a welcoming environment for all children. Knowing that you appreciate our teaching and learning approach, the inviting spaces, and how much we value parent input truly means a lot. Thank you for choosing Goodstart Early Learning Hillside. We look forward to continuing your child's early learning journey.

Rabiyah Hussein

Jan, 2024

After being in this childcare for 2 years, it really deteriorated. Communication was lacking, when my child was hurt I wasn't always told,... Read more

Response from the owner 18 Jan 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Family satisfaction is important to us, and we are always striving to enhance our centres. Our team is dedicated to creating secure and welcoming environments, fostering positive family and child connections, and engaging with each other in respectful and meaningful ways. We are sorry you experienced communication that was up to a higher standard. We are open to discussing your feedback further and encourage you to contact us at 1800 222 543.

Joyce Shang

Oct, 2023

We recently transferred our two boys from another good start early learning center to here. I am very impressed by the nice and... Read more

Helen Hanny

Sep, 2023

Neha Sirwani

Aug, 2023

I love this daycare for my daughter. I toured a lot of centres around the area but this centre has a homely and... Read more

Jessica Mocelutu

Aug, 2023

My girls just started at Goodstart Hillside and I am very happy. The educators are so good with them and helped their transition... Read more

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