(07) 4896 6983
(07) 4896 6983Address:
245-253 Campbell Street, Rockhampton, QLD, 4700
Hours:
6:00am to 6:00pm
Vacancies
No Vacancies
This centre has no vacancies, for future availability enquire with the centre, or join our waitlist.
Address:
245-253 Campbell Street, Rockhampton, QLD, 4700
Rating Score
Great staff and work hard for what is best for you and your family.
- Chrystal Williams
Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Rockhampton has a rich history, having transformed from a former church into a unique, welcoming facility catering for children from babies to school age. Conveniently located in a residential/commercial area, we are close to local schools, shops, and community facilities.
Our spacious rooms, from Nursery to Kindergarten/Preschool, offer a range of activities tailored to each child’s developmental needs, interests, and pace. We follow the Early Years Learning Framework, with a focus on sensory and play-based learning. Through our Key Educator approach, every child has a dedicated educator, fostering emotional well-being and growth.
We prioritise strong communication with families, using the Storypark platform, family nights, and newsletters to keep everyone informed and involved. We also encourage children’s independence and self-help skills, and we celebrate the cultural diversity within our centre.
Our outdoor spaces feature a blend of natural and man-made elements, including sandpits, a bike path, dirt pit, undercover stage, water tank, vegetable patch, and shaded areas. These encourage exploration, imagination, and sustainability.
Rooted in the Hawaiian concept of “Ohana,” meaning family, our centre embraces a community spirit where no one is left behind. This vision guides everything we do, ensuring children and families feel a strong sense of belonging.
We warmly invite you to arrange a tour and experience the vibrant learning environment at Goodstart Rockhampton.
Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Rockhampton has a rich history, having transformed from a former church into a unique, welcoming facility catering for children from babies to school age. Conveniently located in a residential/commercial area, we are close to local schools, shops, and community facilities.
Our spacious rooms, from Nursery to Kindergarten/Preschool, offer a range of activities tailored to each child’s developmental needs, interests, and pace. We follow the Early Years Learning Framework, with a focus on sensory and play-based learning. Through our Key Educator approach, every child has a dedicated educator, fostering emotional well-being and growth.
We prioritise strong communication with families, using the Storypark platform, family nights, and newsletters to keep everyone informed and involved. We also encourage children’s independence and self-help skills, and we celebrate the cultural diversity within our centre.
Our outdoor spaces feature a blend of natural and man-made elements, including sandpits, a bike path, dirt pit, undercover stage, water tank, vegetable patch, and shaded areas. These encourage exploration, imagination, and sustainability.
Rooted in the Hawaiian concept of “Ohana,” meaning family, our centre embraces a community spirit where no one is left behind. This vision guides everything we do, ensuring children and families feel a strong sense of belonging.
We warmly invite you to arrange a tour and experience the vibrant learning environment at Goodstart Rockhampton.
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.
Lavina Murphy
Welcome everyone! My name is Lavina Murphy, and I am the Centre Director at Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Rockhampton!
Early Learning has always been a passion of mine, I have worked in the industry for almost 15 years. Throughout my career, I have gained experience and knowledge having worked in all roles that Early Learning has to offer. This has led me to leadership roles where I can implement high quality care.
I believe that all children deserve the opportunity to learn through play in a safe and supportive environment. High quality care and strong relationships with children and families are top priority and I look forward to getting to know you all.
Want to see the centre first hand? Book a tour with Goodstart Early Learning Rockhampton below.
Rating Score
Chrystal Williams
Great staff and work hard for what is best for you and your family.
Warren Sanderson
The teachers are so kind and courteous. Everyone is friendly. The environment is always clean and tidy. Lastly, the curriculum is outstanding!
Jacinta Fleming
Great resources here. My children love it. I would recommend it to anyone 😊
with Rockhampton, 4700
Above average
Above average
Goodstart Early Learning Rockhampton
$131
Suburb Average
$120
Above average
The National Quality Standard is an industry benchmark defined by the government.
Goodstart Early Learning Rockhampton
Meeting
Suburb Average
Meeting
