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Goodstart Early Learning Strathfieldsaye

Goodstart Early Learning Strathfieldsaye

913 Wellington Street, Strathfieldsaye, VIC, 3551 view map
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5.0
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(03) 4428 8398

Care Type:

Long Day Care

Hours:

6:30am to 6:30pm

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Address:

913 Wellington Street, Strathfieldsaye, VIC, 3551

5.0

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Amazing centre. Only have good things to say about the place, most importantly our daughter loves her time at daycare!

- Anna D

About Goodstart Early Learning Strathfieldsaye

Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre is located in the semi-rural suburb of Strathfieldsaye, just 7 km from Bendigo CBD, and is conveniently close to local schools and shops. The centre offers 98 places for children aged six weeks to six years and operates all year round, except for public holidays. Before and After School Care is available for children attending Strathfieldsaye and St Francis Primary School.

All rooms, from Nursery to Kindergarten, are designed according to the Early Years Learning Framework, providing sensory and play-based learning opportunities in a vibrant environment. This approach fosters growth and development through an emergent curriculum tailored to each child's individual needs and interests. 

The Storypark platform, along with regular family nights, facilitates strong communication with parents, ensuring that cultural diversity is embraced and celebrated within the centre. Outdoor play areas include sandpits, herb gardens, a vegetable patch, a fort, fruit trees, and shaded spaces, all designed to enhance children’s awareness of their surroundings and the importance of sustainability. 

A qualified cook prepares healthy, nutritious meals five days a week, accommodating children with specific dietary needs. Community involvement enriches the learning experience through events and activities, while daily art and music experiences encourage creativity.

We look forward to welcoming families to explore our centre and discover how we can collaborate to give every child the best possible start in life.

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Services Provided by Goodstart Early Learning Strathfieldsaye

State Government Approved Programs

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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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$147 /day

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$137.5 /day

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$137.5 /day

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Goodstart Early Learning Strathfieldsaye Reviews (3)

5.0

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Anna D

Nov, 2024

Amazing centre. Only have good things to say about the place, most importantly our daughter loves her time at daycare!

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Danielle F

Nov, 2024

Highly recommend! Such a great space and educators are all fantastic

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Philippa Sinderberry

Sep, 2018

Our daughter has attended this centre for more than 18 months now and she (and us) are extremely happy with the service. The staff are friendly and approachable and are incredibly considerate of our personal family circumstances. The facility is well appointed and includes a funded kinder program so we won't have to send our child to another provider for this. The coordinator and whole team are continually working towards improving practices and centre facilities and resources. We are so happy we chose Goodstart Early Learning, Strathfieldsaye as our child care provider.

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Educational Program and Practice Exceeding
Children's Health and Safety Meeting
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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