1800 222 543
1800 222 543Address:
35 Tennyson Street, Elwood, VIC, 3184
Care Type:
Long Day Care
Hours:
7:30am to 6:00pm
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$174.50 /day
Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Elwood.
Address:
35 Tennyson Street, Elwood, VIC, 3184
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Goodstart Early Learning Elwood is located in a quiet residential area, ensuring stress-free drop-offs and pick-ups. We provide care for children from six weeks to school age, operating Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).
Our play-based curriculum follows the Early Years’ Learning Framework and is tailored to each age group, from Nursery to Kindergarten/Preschool. We create engaging programs based on children’s interests and strengths, preparing them for school. Storypark helps keep families connected with regular updates on their child’s progress and milestones.
Our outdoor spaces blend natural and built elements, featuring sandpits, a worm farm, a vegetable patch, a mud kitchen, a bike path, gardens, a stage, a cubbyhouse, and shaded areas. These spaces foster environmental awareness, sustainability, and imaginative play.
We provide freshly prepared, nutritious meals and snacks, accommodating special dietary requirements. Our experienced team runs a developmental program that nurtures each child’s growth in a safe, happy environment.
Community involvement is central to our approach, with centre visits, excursions, and local events enriching children’s learning and fostering a sense of belonging.
We invite you to visit our centre, meet our team, and see our dedication to your child’s early learning.
Goodstart Early Learning Elwood is located in a quiet residential area, ensuring stress-free drop-offs and pick-ups. We provide care for children from six weeks to school age, operating Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).
Our play-based curriculum follows the Early Years’ Learning Framework and is tailored to each age group, from Nursery to Kindergarten/Preschool. We create engaging programs based on children’s interests and strengths, preparing them for school. Storypark helps keep families connected with regular updates on their child’s progress and milestones.
Our outdoor spaces blend natural and built elements, featuring sandpits, a worm farm, a vegetable patch, a mud kitchen, a bike path, gardens, a stage, a cubbyhouse, and shaded areas. These spaces foster environmental awareness, sustainability, and imaginative play.
We provide freshly prepared, nutritious meals and snacks, accommodating special dietary requirements. Our experienced team runs a developmental program that nurtures each child’s growth in a safe, happy environment.
Community involvement is central to our approach, with centre visits, excursions, and local events enriching children’s learning and fostering a sense of belonging.
We invite you to visit our centre, meet our team, and see our dedication to your child’s early learning.
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.
Adele Kenning
Hi everyone, my name is Adele, and I am the Centre Director here at Goodstart Elwood.
I started my childcare career here at Elwood, working in many roles over the past 5 years. I have a BSC Hons degree in Sports Studies and a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care.
I have two little girls and I am very passionate about early learning, giving each child the opportunity to learn, grow and enjoy their childcare journey. Along with my team, each day we create a learning environment, where children can interact, engage, build self-confidence and learn through play.
Children are an extension of their families. I believe it is important to have positive and ongoing communication to support the needs of each Child.
Our doors are always open to welcome new families into our Elwood community. Book a tour and come say hello. We look forward to meeting you and showing you around our little centre.
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Based on 11 Reviews
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Dee Hunter
Our family couldn’t be happier with the care Hunter receives at Goodstart Elwood. From the moment you walk through the doors, you can feel how warm, welcoming and inclusive the environment is. The educators genuinely care about each child and create a safe, nurturing space where they feel valued, encouraged and supported to learn and grow.<br><br>The staff are incredibly kind, patient and dedicated. They take the time to build strong relationships with the children and families, and it’s clear they are passionate about what they do. Hunter is always excited to go to childcare, and when I pick him up each day he’s eager to show me the new things he’s learned, the artwork he’s created, and to tell me all about his day. Seeing his confidence, curiosity and enthusiasm grow has been wonderful.<br><br>It’s so reassuring to know he’s in an environment where he’s not only well cared for but also encouraged to explore, learn and express himself. I truly appreciate the genuine care and commitment shown by everyone at Goodstart Elwood. I highly recommend this centre to any family looking for a caring, supportive and high-quality early learning environment.
Chantel Walker
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐<br><br>It's hard to put into words just how much Goodstart Elwood has meant to our family. Our son started here when he was just 8 months old, and now, at 5 years old, he'll be graduating this year. Watching him grow from a baby into a confident, kind, and curious little boy has been such a privilege, and Goodstart has been a huge part of that journey.<br><br>The educators have become so much more than teachers—they're like extended family. Every day we've dropped our son off knowing he was loved, supported, encouraged, and genuinely cared for. The centre has truly been a home away from home, not just for him but for our whole family.<br><br>As a not-for-profit centre, you can really see where the focus is: on the children. There is so much heart, passion, and genuine care in everything the team does. The educators go above and beyond every single day, creating a nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and excited to learn.<br><br>A very special thank you to the wonderful Director, Adele. Her warmth, leadership, and unwavering dedication have created such a beautiful community, and it's clear that the incredible culture at Goodstart Elwood starts with her.<br><br>As we prepare for our son's graduation towards the end of the year, we're filled with gratitude for the memories, friendships, and care we've experienced over the past four-plus years. Thank you to Adele and the entire Goodstart Elwood team for giving our son the very best start in life. We will always be grateful and couldn't recommend this centre more highly.
Anna Braun
Never have I ever experienced such an amazing group of people who have looked after my daughter since the age of six months old and now she is four years old. In the recent light of controversy with a Daycare educator in the news (not related to our centre in Elwood!) , I want to state that I have never seen a better Daycare Centre function the care that both men and women provide in the centre is beyond what I would expect in any daycare centre!! I feel devastated that daycare educators could have a second thought about them - in particular this centre. I am so grateful for their care. They have treated my daughter so respectfully so kindly and have adapted to her needs beyond what would be required in a centre. I am so grateful that I have them in my life and I couldn’t rave about this centre more! In light of male educators I wish to point in particular importance to Chris, the highlight of Izzy’s daily experience (among everyone else!). Chris has not only provided Izzy with such kind care he has helped me understand her needs as well. Not only educating our kids - but helping parents too. That’s genuine care. I just can’t say thank you enough to them.
Lingyan Zhang
Wonderful attentive educators who know each child by name regardless of age. Cannot think of a better for my child’s development. Each child has a dedicated educator who provides daily updates re sleep, food and play. The photos of baby having fun are wonderful to see too!
Zoe Barnett
Both my daughters went to Goodstart Elwood from 10months (now 2 and 5). Goodstart Elwood has been like a second family for them. The staff are lovely and my 2 year old doesn't look back when I drop her off. You can tell that a lot of thought has been put in to activities and the staff foster collaboration between kids. The food and menu are great and definitely helped my kids to try out different vegetables!
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