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Goodstart Early Learning St Leonards - Christie Street

Goodstart Early Learning St Leonards - Christie Street

55 Christie Street, St Leonards, NSW, 2065 view map
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4.6
1800 222 543

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Long Day Care

Hours:

7:30am to 6pm

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55 Christie Street, St Leonards, NSW, 2065

4.6

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About Goodstart Early Learning St Leonards - Christie Street

Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre St Leonards is a licensed 66-place long day care centre for children aged six weeks to five years. Conveniently located just a five-minute walk from St Leonards train station, we also offer free parking for 30 minutes during drop-off and pick-up at Wilsons car park.

Our team of highly qualified, multi-lingual educators creates a safe, inclusive learning environment that supports each child’s growth and development. All staff maintain the required child-to-educator ratios, hold senior first aid certificates, and regularly participate in professional development to enhance their expertise.

We follow the Early Years Learning Framework, offering tailored educational programmes in every room. Our preschool curriculum includes a specialised school readiness programme designed to equip children with the tools and skills for a smooth transition to primary school.

We provide nutritious meals throughout the day, including morning tea, lunch, and snacks, catered by our full-time cook, Preeya. Special dietary needs are accommodated, and we also offer a private breastfeeding room for families.

Through our Storypark platform, newsletters, and family nights, we maintain clear communication with parents to ensure our programmes meet the individual needs of each child.

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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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$179.50-$188.50 /day

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Goodstart Early Learning St Leonards - Christie Street Reviews (62)

4.6 /5

Based on 62 Reviews

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Debra Tarr

5.0 1 month ago

Excellent- the best educators, lovely centre. Don't be put off because its a chain, this place is amazing. The educators are fantastic, put a lot of effort into my baby who was having trouble adjusting, within 3 weeks she settled and started learning things and socialising. They even got her to sleep in a cot by herself within 2 weeks! The admin staff are also amazing, helped us sort out a ccs stuff up and bent over backwards to get us settled in. We are a family of 2 mums and baby, and have had the best experience here, highly recommend.

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Rachael Haig

5.0 1 month ago
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伊藤知弘

5.0 1 month ago

Although the language is not her native language, my child seems to enjoy attending the school. The students and teachers come from a variety of backgrounds, and I feel it is a great environment for raising and educating a child.

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Martina Leeon

5.0 2 months ago

We couldn’t be happier with our choice of childcare. Our daughter started here at 9 months old and is now thriving in the pre‑school room. Lucy and the team of educators have created a genuinely safe, joyful, and nurturing environment where children feel confident to learn, explore, and grow. Throughout the year they offer a wonderful variety of activities that spark curiosity and build new skills — from watching ducklings hatch, to hands‑on cooking experiences like making sushi and pizza, to caring for the centre’s bunny, and even learning words in a second language. Our daughter has learnt so much and looks forward to going every day. The care, attention, and thoughtfulness shown by the educators have made a huge difference in her development and happiness. We are extremely pleased with this childcare centre and would wholeheartedly recommend it to any family.

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Mimiko Gard Watanabe

5.0 2 months ago

I’m currently a student doing my workplace placement here. I’ve already had such a great time with the wonderful centre director, Lucy, the kind staff, lovely parents, and adorable children! I hope the centre continues to create a great environment where children can grow and thrive more and more!!

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Goodstart Early Learning St Leonards - Christie Street

$179.16

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$170.26

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Educational Program and Practice Exceeding
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Physical environment Exceeding
Staffing Arrangements Meeting
Relationships with children Meeting
Collaborative partnerships with families and communities Exceeding
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