1800 222 543
1800 222 543Address:
277-281 Westwood Drive, Burnside, VIC, 3023
Care Type:
Long Day Care, Before School Care, Vacation Care
Hours:
6:30am to 6:30pm
Vacancies
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Infant
0-1 years
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Tuesday
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$144 /day
Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Burnside.
Address:
277-281 Westwood Drive, Burnside, VIC, 3023
Rating Score
We create a welcoming, home-like long day care environment where our educators support each child to grow, explore, and thrive. Our early learning centre is located on the corner of Westwood Drive and Rockbank Middle Road, between Melton and Deer Park, with easily accessible public transport routes.
Families value our longstanding educators, strong partnerships, and the high-quality care we provide for children from six weeks to five years. With six age-based rooms, from nursery to kindergarten, plus spacious outdoor play areas, we nurture every child to discover, learn, and build confidence at their own pace. We invite you to take a tour of our service—our team would love to meet you.
What makes our centre special includes six age-appropriate learning environments, experienced educators with many years of service, and three qualified early childhood teachers delivering engaging programs with a focus on school readiness. Our home-like spaces help children feel secure and connected, while our weekly Magical Kindy Dance program adds fun for all age groups. Our diverse team speaks Vietnamese, Punjabi, Hindi, and English, and we prioritise strong family relationships through our Key Educator approach.
With freshly renovated spaces, including a modern kindergarten bathroom and inviting play areas, children enjoy active play, independence, and friendships. We celebrate diversity through cultural events and provide nutritious, allergen-friendly meals daily. Qualified staff are trained in first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis management. Book a tour today to see how we support your child’s learning journey.
We create a welcoming, home-like long day care environment where our educators support each child to grow, explore, and thrive. Our early learning centre is located on the corner of Westwood Drive and Rockbank Middle Road, between Melton and Deer Park, with easily accessible public transport routes.
Families value our longstanding educators, strong partnerships, and the high-quality care we provide for children from six weeks to five years. With six age-based rooms, from nursery to kindergarten, plus spacious outdoor play areas, we nurture every child to discover, learn, and build confidence at their own pace. We invite you to take a tour of our service—our team would love to meet you.
What makes our centre special includes six age-appropriate learning environments, experienced educators with many years of service, and three qualified early childhood teachers delivering engaging programs with a focus on school readiness. Our home-like spaces help children feel secure and connected, while our weekly Magical Kindy Dance program adds fun for all age groups. Our diverse team speaks Vietnamese, Punjabi, Hindi, and English, and we prioritise strong family relationships through our Key Educator approach.
With freshly renovated spaces, including a modern kindergarten bathroom and inviting play areas, children enjoy active play, independence, and friendships. We celebrate diversity through cultural events and provide nutritious, allergen-friendly meals daily. Qualified staff are trained in first aid, asthma, and anaphylaxis management. Book a tour today to see how we support your child’s learning journey.
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 Burnside below.
Infant
0-1 years
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Toddler
1-2 years
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Pre-Kindy
2-3 years
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
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Kindy
3-5 years
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Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Burnside.
Based on 25 Reviews
Rating Score
J T
I would not recommend this school at all. Every day my child went there, they wanted to come home immediately. The caregivers and I had to deal with constant complaints about my child, which made them feel increasingly unhappy and distressed. My child’s condition kept getting worse day by day while attending this school. The teachers are unprofessional, often complain about the children, and are not honest. They are not suitable to be caring for kids. After leaving this school, my child improved completely within just one week.
Catherine Coquilla
Our son has attended since he was 12 months old, and is absolutely loving his time here. He has grown so much through learning, socialising, and building beautiful friendships, as well as forming a close bond with his educators. As parents, we have always felt so lucky and reassured knowing he is in such a safe, caring, and supportive environment. The care and dedication of the educators truly shines through, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience our son is having. Lately, every day we ask him: Did you have Fun today? He says YES 🤩 Thank you Team Burnside.
Rajwinder Pavial
Very respectful and supportive staff .
Mindy Pye
Our girl has been going to burnside goodstart for a year and loves it. The ladies are amazing and great at forming bonds as well as those rough morning drop offs. She eats everything they give her, unlike at home!! We're so proud of her growth and how well they support her education. Thank you guys!!!
Joy Alam
We have had a wonderful experience with Goodstart Early Learning Burnside. Both of my children attend the centre, and I couldn't be happier with the care and education they receive.<br><br>The educators are caring, friendly, and highly qualified. They genuinely take the time to understand each child's individual needs and create a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment. It's reassuring to know that my children are well looked after every day.<br><br>The early learning program is engaging and well planned, helping my children develop socially, emotionally, and academically through fun and meaningful activities. We've seen great progress in their confidence, communication, and overall development.<br><br>The centre is well managed, organised, and maintains excellent communication with families. The management team is approachable, professional, and always willing to listen and support parents.<br><br>I highly recommend Goodstart Early Learning Burnside to any family looking for a high-quality childcare and early education centre. Thank you to the entire team for your dedication, care, and commitment to helping children thrive!
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