1800 222 543
1800 222 543Address:
24 Upton Street, Altona, VIC, 3018
Care Type:
Long Day Care
Hours:
6:30am to 6:30pm
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$165.50 /day
Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Altona.
Address:
24 Upton Street, Altona, VIC, 3018
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Goodstart Altona caters to children aged 6 weeks to 5 years in a warm, welcoming and homelike environment. Staffed by an expert team of dedicated educators, the children’s interests and strengths are nurtured. Through an inclusive and community-focused approach, the educators ensure the children develop socially, emotionally, cognitively and physically.
In the large outdoor play space the children can enjoy the sandpit, climbing equipment or water play. There is also plenty of shade for all day play and synthetic turf to create a safe environment for the children to discover the world around them. There are also veggie gardens to teach the children about responsibility and caring for nature.
Indoors, the children have access to a wide range of resources so they can explore their own interests in an interactive and immersive environment. They can sing, dance, build, create, explore and play. The rooms are light and bright, thanks to large windows that allow natural light to flood into the building.
The centre has easy parking access and is near to the Altona Primary School and Blyth Street bus stops. Why not book a tour of this multicultural and friendly centre today?
Goodstart Altona caters to children aged 6 weeks to 5 years in a warm, welcoming and homelike environment. Staffed by an expert team of dedicated educators, the children’s interests and strengths are nurtured. Through an inclusive and community-focused approach, the educators ensure the children develop socially, emotionally, cognitively and physically.
In the large outdoor play space the children can enjoy the sandpit, climbing equipment or water play. There is also plenty of shade for all day play and synthetic turf to create a safe environment for the children to discover the world around them. There are also veggie gardens to teach the children about responsibility and caring for nature.
Indoors, the children have access to a wide range of resources so they can explore their own interests in an interactive and immersive environment. They can sing, dance, build, create, explore and play. The rooms are light and bright, thanks to large windows that allow natural light to flood into the building.
The centre has easy parking access and is near to the Altona Primary School and Blyth Street bus stops. Why not book a tour of this multicultural and friendly centre today?
State Government Approved 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:
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.
Want to see the centre first hand? Book a tour with Goodstart Early Learning Altona below.
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Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Altona.
Based on 37 Reviews
Rating Score
Hugh Kirk
Exceptionally happy with Goodstart Altona. Our child has been in the nursery and toddler rooms, and are over the moon with the quality, care and support provided by the staff. All of the educators have made our child’s experience so positive. We would, and do, recommend this centre to anyone.
Troy Woodford
We have been extremely happy with our experience at Goodstart Altona. The educators are caring, attentive, and genuinely dedicated to the children's development and wellbeing. Our daughter absolutely loves attending and often talks very highly of her teachers at home. As parents, we feel completely confident leaving her in their care each day, knowing she is safe, happy, and well looked after. We highly recommend Goodstart Altona to any family looking for a warm and supportive early learning environment.
Carmen Wybrott
I cant recommend Goodstart Early Learning highly enough. The care and support the educators provide is absolutely amazing and it makes such a difference knowing your children are in such good hands.<br>A special mention to Stacey Gunjan Mandy and Loretta — you are all absolutely fantastic. You’re so caring patient supportive and genuinely make the children feel safe happy and loved. You can tell that you all truly care about the kids and go above and beyond to make sure they are comfortable and enjoying their time there.<br>As a parent having educators you can trust and feel comfortable with means so much. I really appreciate everything you all do and the effort you put into the children every day.<br>Thank you Stacey Gunjan Mandy and Loretta for being so wonderful and for making Goodstart such a great place for the kids ❤️
Amy Rose
Our child has been attending Goodstart Altona for the past year, and it has been a wonderful experience. The staff are friendly, caring, and always attentive to her development and wellbeing. We have been fortunate to meet so many amazing teachers, all of whom are knowledgeable, supportive, and passionate about what they do. We are very happy with our experience and thankful to the entire team at Goodstart Altona.
Liam McMillan
Amazing location, both my kids have been going since they were babies. Gunjan in the kinder room, in particular, has been amazing with my hyperactive son and was truly fantastic when it came to toilet training and helping with maintaining behavioural consistency
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$161.50
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$169.42
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