1800 222 543
1800 222 543Address:
69-71 Devonshire Road, Watsonia, VIC, 3087
Care Type:
Long Day Care
Hours:
6:30am to 6:30pm
Vacancies
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Infant
0-1 years
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$160 /day
Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Watsonia.
Address:
69-71 Devonshire Road, Watsonia, VIC, 3087
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Our beautiful Devonshire Road centre is now OPEN! To explore our facilities, meet the team, and discover how we support your child’s early learning journey, book a tour by emailing enrolments@goodstart.org.au.
Purpose-built to provide essential care for local families, our centre features six spacious, single-level learning areas leading directly to our outdoor play space. Each room has easy access to nature-inspired outdoor areas, including sensory gardens, mud kitchens, earth pits, dry creek beds, and two large sandpits. Our dedicated outdoor dining hub and onsite kitchen with child-height servery engage children in meal preparation.
Catering for children from six weeks to Kindergarten age, our programs align with the Early Years Learning Framework and are tailored to individual interests. Families can also enjoy our family lounge with complimentary tea and coffee during opening hours.
Meals are freshly prepared daily by our qualified chef in our commercial kitchen, including light breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and late snacks.
We invite you to tour our centre, meet the team, and see how we can enrich your child’s learning experience. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Stay connected with our community and gain expert parenting and early childhood insights by joining our Facebook page.
Join our thriving community!
Our beautiful Devonshire Road centre is now OPEN! To explore our facilities, meet the team, and discover how we support your child’s early learning journey, book a tour by emailing enrolments@goodstart.org.au.
Purpose-built to provide essential care for local families, our centre features six spacious, single-level learning areas leading directly to our outdoor play space. Each room has easy access to nature-inspired outdoor areas, including sensory gardens, mud kitchens, earth pits, dry creek beds, and two large sandpits. Our dedicated outdoor dining hub and onsite kitchen with child-height servery engage children in meal preparation.
Catering for children from six weeks to Kindergarten age, our programs align with the Early Years Learning Framework and are tailored to individual interests. Families can also enjoy our family lounge with complimentary tea and coffee during opening hours.
Meals are freshly prepared daily by our qualified chef in our commercial kitchen, including light breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, and late snacks.
We invite you to tour our centre, meet the team, and see how we can enrich your child’s learning experience. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Stay connected with our community and gain expert parenting and early childhood insights by joining our Facebook page.
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:
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.
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.
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.
Natasha Davies
Hi, I’m Natasha Davies I am the Centre Director at Goodstart Early Learning Watsonia.
I’ve been dedicated to the Early Learning sector since 2007. With a Diploma of Children’s Services and experience in various roles, including Room Leader, Educational Leader, and Assistant Director, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a heartfelt commitment to the children and families we serve.
At Goodstart Watsonia we create a program tailored to each child’s unique needs, ensuring every child feels valued, engaged, and excited to learn. Our warm, welcoming environment invites children and families alike to be part of our vibrant center community, where events and family participation are always encouraged.
Our team of caring and qualified educators and I are here to support your family and make sure your child’s early years are filled with positive experiences and meaningful learning. I look forward to meeting you and guiding you on a tour of our beautiful center, where we’re passionate about fostering a love of learning in each and every child.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Goodstart Watsonia and be part of your child’s early learning journey!
Want to see the centre first hand? Book a tour with Goodstart Early Learning Watsonia below.
Infant
0-1 years
Monday
Tuesday
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Friday
Toddler
1-2 years
Monday
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Pre-Kindy
2-3 years
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Kindy
3-5 years
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Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Watsonia.
Based on 22 Reviews
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Harrison B
We couldn’t be happier with the decision to send our Son to this centre. The educators and staff are always so welcoming, caring and nurturing they go above and beyond. The facilities are fantastic, always clean and well set up, and our son genuinely loves going each week. It’s such a great feeling knowing he’s happy, comfortable and well cared for. We’re so grateful for the team at Goodstart Watsonia.
Laurissa Mikati
Warm, friendly - attentive staff! Absolutely love the team here at Watsonia GS! We are very lucky to have our child attend here!
Zoie Archer
We moved our son to this centre two years ago from another local service, and the team was incredibly welcoming from the start. He settled in quickly and has thrived ever since. A year later, we enrolled our baby in the nursery room and had the exact same positive experience. Both of our children are happy, engaged, and genuinely enjoy their days at the centre. The educators are warm, caring, and clearly passionate about what they do. Our son is now in the kinder room, but still loves visiting the other rooms to say hello to all the educators, which really says a lot about the connections he’s built. The leadership team is supportive and responsive, always taking the time to listen to any concerns and help us navigate challenges. They also supported us through the entire NDIS process for our son, which made a huge difference for our family. One of the things we value most is that all staff seem to know all the children, which creates such a strong sense of community and a real family feel. It can be hard to trust people with your own kids but we feel very lucky to be part of this centre and its so nice to know they are safe and cared for.
Diana C
Goodstart Watsonia has been such a brilliant centre. With a older child and moving my younger one around a few other centres I must say this has been our favourite. A great mix of educators all super engaged with the children. The management is also very accomodating and you'll let feel judged. My daughter who really struggles with change has become so much more settled.
Alyshea Houng-Lee
We couldn’t be happier with Goodstart Watsonia. The team here are so wonderful, excellent at communicating and just lovely people.
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