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Goodstart Early Learning Blackburn South

Goodstart Early Learning Blackburn South

286 Middleborough Road, Blackburn South, VIC, 3130 view map
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4.9
1800 222 543

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Long Day Care

Hours:

6.30am to 6:30pm

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Address:

286 Middleborough Road, Blackburn South, VIC, 3130

4.9

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About Goodstart Early Learning Blackburn South

Welcome to Goodstart Blackburn South! We’re a small, welcoming, and family-focused early learning community where every child is known, valued, and supported.  

Our purpose-built 60-place centre offers long day care and kindergarten programs designed to help children thrive through play-based learning, exploration, and meaningful relationships.  

With a passionate team of longstanding educators and a strong connection to our local community, families feel confident knowing their child is in safe and experienced hands. 

Proudly built on Wurundjeri Land, we're conveniently located on the corner of Middleborough Road and Craig Street. You’ll find us just minutes from Laburnum Primary School and Blackburn South shops – making drop-offs and pick-ups simple and stress-free. 

Take a tour of our centre and see the difference firsthand – our team would love to show you around and discuss how we can support your child’s learning journey. 

What makes our centre special:

  • Longstanding educators with up to 25 years of service create a stable and nurturing environment
  • Small, close-knit centre where every family and child is personally known and supported
  • Warm, culturally diverse team helping bilingual families feel understood and included
  • Play-based programs guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, led by two qualified kindergarten teachers
  • Open, engaging outdoor areas with sandpits, gardens, cubby houses, and spaces designed for discovery
  • Fresh, nutritious meals prepared daily by our on-site cook - dietary needs and preferences considered
  • Strong family partnerships built on trust, open communication, and genuine care

Inside our bright and thoughtfully designed learning spaces, your child can explore, imagine, and grow through hands-on experiences that build confidence, curiosity, and social skills.  

Outside, our natural play areas inspire creativity and sustainability, with veggie patches, worm farms, and shared spaces that bring learning to life. 

Our passionate educators will work closely with you to tailor programs that reflect your child's interests, strengths, and culture.  

Through Storypark, you'll stay connected to your child's learning journey every step of the way. 

If you're looking for a nurturing, community-minded early learning centre with experienced educators and a welcoming environment, we’d love to meet you. 

Book a tour today to experience what makes Goodstart Blackburn South so special – or get in touch to learn more about enrolments and upcoming availability. 

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Services Provided by Goodstart Early Learning Blackburn South

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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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Goodstart Early Learning Blackburn South Reviews (31)

4.9 /5

Based on 31 Reviews

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Jennifer Christopher

5.0 1 month ago

We have been at the centre for nearly a month after moving house & daycare centres, and have been really impressed by the friendliness of the staff and the communication between the centre & parents! Thank you so much for helping our children feel that they belong and that they matter. We are so lucky to have found you!

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Tina Tian

5.0 2 months ago

My child has been enrolled at Goodstart Blackburn South since last year. The staff are wonderful, and the carers are very easy to communicate with and clearly know what they are doing. I receive lots of verbal updates about my child’s day, and I always see big smiles when I pick my child up. Highly recommended!

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Samantha Critchley-Drayton

5.0 4 months ago

My son was having difficulty with his previous daycare so we moved him to Goodstart BS and we are so glad we did because he loves going to daycare now, thanks to all of the caring educators and staff particularly Dilini, Monika, Wai Tai, Tina, Stacey (I could go on...)

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Subhajit Ghosh

5.0 4 months ago

I had the wonderful opportunity to complete my placement at Goodstart Early Learning Blackburn South, and I can honestly say it was a life-changing experience. I knocked on many centers' gates just to get that one chance to prove my worth, and this center truly opened its doors to me. From the very start, I felt respected, valued, and welcomed. Stacey (center director) is very knowledgeable and humble; her guidance really makes the center's environment positive and professional. Every educator who works there possesses extensive knowledge, is highly passionate, and loves what they do. The amount of knowledge about children I received from my mentors Christy and Dilini, I am sure I would never acquire this type of knowledge from textbooks. They taught me with care and made me feel so comfortable every time. It feels like I am growing with the children. I would also like to appreciate Ruvini (Assistant Director). She is very approachable and always guided me during my placements. Their concern and dedication about the children's safety are remarkable. The way they supervised allergies, monitoring children during mealtime, was exceptional. The center is immaculate, beautifully designed, and has a wide range of equipment that supports children's physical and mental growth. This center changed my outlook and deepened my drive for early childhood education. Thank you very much, GoodStart, for having me. Thank you for giving me a chance to learn and grow from you.

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Darcy Denham

5.0 4 months ago

Our son has been here for a few weeks now and we're so grateful that he's at this centre. The building is structured like a home, and the staff welcomed him like he was really was at home. Spending some time watching how each kid is both individually nurtured, and uplifted as a member of a wider group, it's clear that the staff are there for the love of the kids. We have had hiccups with our son communicating by lashing out, but the staff have been so reassuring, and have evidently had years and years of experience dealing with this sort of thing. They let us know right away and have been extremely proactive in taking steps to support both our kid and the other kids around him (and all the parents too), seeing that it's difficult for everyone involved. Knowing through difficult situations that they are transparent and supportive makes all the difference.

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