1800 222 543
1800 222 543Address:
102 Chapel Street (Marrickville Public School), Marrickville, NSW, 2204
Care Type:
Long Day Care
Hours:
6:30am to 6:00pm
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$180.50 /day
Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Marrickville.
Address:
102 Chapel Street (Marrickville Public School), Marrickville, NSW, 2204
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Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Marrickville is located on the grounds of Marrickville Public School in a charming heritage building featuring high ceilings and spacious interiors. We offer two age-appropriate outdoor playgrounds and a courtyard for wet weather activities.
Our rooms, from Nursery to Preschool, are designed in line with the Early Years Learning Framework, providing sensory and play-based learning opportunities in colourful and stimulating environments. Our Storypark platform, alongside regular family nights and newsletters, ensures open communication with parents and families, allowing us to tailor programs to each child’s individual needs and interests.
Our dedicated staff come from diverse backgrounds, with many being bilingual and incorporating their cultures into educational programs. Outdoor spaces are equipped with established trees for natural shade, along with sandpits and various play equipment, promoting awareness of the environment and sustainability.
Open from 6:30 am to 6 pm, we provide nutritious meals prepared on-site by our cook. We accommodate special dietary requirements as needed.
Community involvement is integral to our centre, with various activities and events enriching the children’s learning experiences. Daily art and music activities encourage creativity and self-expression.
We warmly invite new families to visit us and discover how we can support your child’s journey toward lifelong learning!
Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Marrickville is located on the grounds of Marrickville Public School in a charming heritage building featuring high ceilings and spacious interiors. We offer two age-appropriate outdoor playgrounds and a courtyard for wet weather activities.
Our rooms, from Nursery to Preschool, are designed in line with the Early Years Learning Framework, providing sensory and play-based learning opportunities in colourful and stimulating environments. Our Storypark platform, alongside regular family nights and newsletters, ensures open communication with parents and families, allowing us to tailor programs to each child’s individual needs and interests.
Our dedicated staff come from diverse backgrounds, with many being bilingual and incorporating their cultures into educational programs. Outdoor spaces are equipped with established trees for natural shade, along with sandpits and various play equipment, promoting awareness of the environment and sustainability.
Open from 6:30 am to 6 pm, we provide nutritious meals prepared on-site by our cook. We accommodate special dietary requirements as needed.
Community involvement is integral to our centre, with various activities and events enriching the children’s learning experiences. Daily art and music activities encourage creativity and self-expression.
We warmly invite new families to visit us and discover how we can support your child’s journey toward lifelong learning!
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.
Kate Marshall
Hi there! My name is Kate and I am the Centre Director of Goodstart Early Learning Marrickville.
I hold a Bachelor in Education (Early Childhood Education) and have enjoyed working with children of all age groups. I have worked at Goodstart Marrickville since 2010. I have taken on many different roles within the centre throughout this time, building on my teaching and leadership experience.
I am passionate about creating a nurturing environment that allows each child to explore and develop at their own pace for them to reach their full potential. I believe developing secure, trusting relationships is key to having a safe and positive environment. This is why throughout the centre we have embedded the key educator approach to support each child and their family whilst in the care environment.
I believe that it is important to encourage children to be lifelong learners as children prepare for their transition to school. As educators we aim to develop their children’s social and emotional skills so that are ready to take this experience on with confidence.
I am proud to be working with such a dedicated and hardworking team of educators who strive to make each child feel valued and supported. We hope that you are able to take the time to come and visit us and discover how we can support your families with this journey.
I highly value our local community and the connections we build together. I believe community plays a crucial role in early childhood education as it involves the connections between children, families, and local businesses and community members. A strong community provides a supportive and inclusive environment that helps children grow their social-emotional skills and feel a sense of belonging.
Want to see the centre first hand? Book a tour with Goodstart Early Learning Marrickville below.
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Based on 20 Reviews
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Leela Adler
My daughter attended Goodstart for nearly two years in the lead up to starting kindy. From the moment we stepped inside for a tour, we felt welcome. Kate, the centre director, was genuinely warm and kind. All the staff really care about the kids - turnover is low, and the centre is small enough that they know every child by name. A year in, the educators raised some concerns about her social and emotional readiness for school. But within a short time, things started to shift - she made friends, learned to regulate her emotions, and began communicating her needs and participating in group time. This was largely due to the patience of the educators, who gently encouraged her at her own pace. The feedback from them at the end of the year was wonderful - they could see how much progress she had made and were genuinely proud of her. The best part? She's now started school and is thriving - making friends, engaged in learning, happy to go, and always happy at the end of the day. I would highly recommend Goodstart, and am so grateful for the experience we had.
Jessica Johnston
Incredible school! We were lucky enough for our 3 kids to go here for 6 years before moving. Boy, did we feel the difference! The staff truly care for the well-being of your children and are just wonderful people ❤️ we feel so privileged that our children got to experience being at GoodStart Marrickville. Massive shout out to Kate, Bonnie and the team for all that they do! Thank you
Alison Kiel
Jonathan Rivera
This learning center is just awesome.
Caitlin Parker
Enrolled FamilyBoth of our kids attend this centre and I highly recommend it, the staff are genuinely caring and very attentive to all of the children. The kids both love their friends and educators at Goodstart, 5 stars!
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