(03) 9125 4867
(03) 9125 4867Address:
781 South Road, Bentleigh East, VIC, 3165
Care Type:
Long Day Care
Hours:
6:30am to 6:30pm
Vacancies
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0-1 years
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$158.5 /day
Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Bentleigh East - South Road.
Address:
781 South Road, Bentleigh East, VIC, 3165
Rating Score
Excellent
- Poonam Saini
Welcome to Goodstart Early Learning Bentleigh East - South Road
We're your local early learning centre, providing care and education to children in our community. We’re built on Boonwurrung country.
Our centre features four rooms: a nursery for our babies, a stimulating toddler space, and two classrooms for our three- and four-year-old kinder program, delivered by qualified early childhood teachers.
Children love exploring our three spacious, sustainable yards. They feature veggie and herb gardens, play equipment, wooden decks, a fort, sandpits, worm farms, digging patches, climbing areas, water features, and plenty of shade. We also serve nutritious dinners before home time!
We invite you to a tour, so let us show you around. You’ll find us near East Bentleigh Primary School, DFO Moorabbin, and Moorabbin Train Station. We’re in a picturesque neighbourhood near shops, a main road, and public transport, so it's easy to access.
You’ll meet our longstanding team of educators, committed to strong family bonds and a child-first approach.
Our programs are based on the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework. They’re flexible around children’s interests, nurturing babies according to their needs while getting our older children ready to take the important step to school.
A range of sensory and play-based activities helps to develop children’s language and literacy, science, numeracy, music, art, communication, problem-solving, and social skills.
We offer regular excursions and community walks to nearby schools and businesses. We also host visits from community professionals like dentists, maternal and child health nurses, occupational therapists, and psychologists.
All meals, snacks, nappies, wipes, hats, and sunscreen are included. We also keep you informed through family nights and newsletters.
Discover the difference at Goodstart Bentleigh East- South Road.
Welcome to Goodstart Early Learning Bentleigh East - South Road
We're your local early learning centre, providing care and education to children in our community. We’re built on Boonwurrung country.
Our centre features four rooms: a nursery for our babies, a stimulating toddler space, and two classrooms for our three- and four-year-old kinder program, delivered by qualified early childhood teachers.
Children love exploring our three spacious, sustainable yards. They feature veggie and herb gardens, play equipment, wooden decks, a fort, sandpits, worm farms, digging patches, climbing areas, water features, and plenty of shade. We also serve nutritious dinners before home time!
We invite you to a tour, so let us show you around. You’ll find us near East Bentleigh Primary School, DFO Moorabbin, and Moorabbin Train Station. We’re in a picturesque neighbourhood near shops, a main road, and public transport, so it's easy to access.
You’ll meet our longstanding team of educators, committed to strong family bonds and a child-first approach.
Our programs are based on the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework. They’re flexible around children’s interests, nurturing babies according to their needs while getting our older children ready to take the important step to school.
A range of sensory and play-based activities helps to develop children’s language and literacy, science, numeracy, music, art, communication, problem-solving, and social skills.
We offer regular excursions and community walks to nearby schools and businesses. We also host visits from community professionals like dentists, maternal and child health nurses, occupational therapists, and psychologists.
All meals, snacks, nappies, wipes, hats, and sunscreen are included. We also keep you informed through family nights and newsletters.
Discover the difference at Goodstart Bentleigh East- South Road.
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.
Brittany Patford
Hi there! My name is Brittany and I have been the Centre Director here at Goodstart Early Learning Bentleigh East since February 2013.
I have been working in the childcare industry since 2006 and hold an Advanced Diploma in Children’s Services and a Graduate Certificate in Prenatal and Postnatal Family Support. During my career I have had the opportunity to work with many different age groups.
I am passionate about early learning and I adhere to the principle that children learn best through play and sensory based experiences.
I pride myself on dedicating my time to ensuring our Centre is providing high quality care to all families in our community. The team I am fortunate to be a part of, shares my belief that building lasting relationships and working with families to meet the individual needs and interests of each child is critical to giving children the best possible start.
I look forward to meeting and welcoming you and your family. Come in and take a look around, meet the team and explore how we can support your early learning journey.
Want to see the centre first hand? Book a tour with Goodstart Early Learning Bentleigh East - South Road below.
Infant
0-1 years
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1-2 years
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Pre-Kindy
2-3 years
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Kindy
3-5 years
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Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Bentleigh East - South Road.
Rating Score
Poonam Saini
Excellent
Thank you for your kind review, Poonam! We’re so glad to hear you’ve had a positive experience with us. Your support is truly appreciated.
Emma Jansz
When we first went looking for a childcare center when our first child was going to start we visited a few, and at the time felt so uneasy this was until we went and toured Goodstart South road. From the moment we walked in we felt welcomed and at ease and the kids looked happy. Brittany the manager is exceptional and knows how to run a good team. As they say, you know management is good when staff have been there for many years. Everyone looks happy to be in the role. All the staff are professional, warm and dedicated to creating a positive and engaging environment for children to grow. Goodstart South road doesn't just have a childcare feel it feels more homely and more like a family. Knowing our children are in such a nurturing, caring and safe environment ticks the boxes for us.
Thank you for your beautiful review, Emma. We’re so pleased to hear that your experience at Goodstart has been such a positive one. It means a lot to know you felt welcomed from the very beginning and that your children are thriving in a nurturing and homely environment. Your kind words about our team and the atmosphere we strive to create are truly appreciated!
Sunny L
My son has been attending Goodstart for over 1.5 years, and he’s had such a wonderful time there. He enjoys every single day, and seeing him thrive in all areas of his development makes us feel incredibly happy and grateful. The staff are attentive and provide personalised care with great attention to detail. They are always patient, kind, and genuinely care about the children. There’s a wide variety of activities throughout the day that keep the kids engaged and learning through play. We really appreciate the nutritious meals provided, breakfast, lunch, and dinner, which take a lot of pressure off us as working parents. The team has been consistent with very stable staffing, which gives us peace of mind and helps our son feel secure and settled. We’re truly thankful to have found such a caring and supportive environment for our little one. It’s been a big part of his early years, and we can see how much he’s grown in confidence, language, and social skills.
Thank you for your beautiful and thoughtful review, Sunny. We are so pleased to hear your son is thriving and enjoying his time at our centre. Your kind words about our educators, programs, and meals mean a great deal to us. It’s wonderful to know you feel supported as a family and that your son feels secure and settled. We truly value your trust and appreciation!
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