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Goodstart Early Learning Kealba

Goodstart Early Learning Kealba

31A Driscolls Road, Kealba, VIC, 3021 view map
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4.7
1800 222 543

Care Type:

Long Day Care

Hours:

6:30am to 6:30pm

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Address:

31A Driscolls Road, Kealba, VIC, 3021

4.7

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About Goodstart Early Learning Kealba

Goodstart Kealba is a cosy, welcoming centre catering to children aged three months to five years. Tucked away in a quiet suburban location, our centre offers a peaceful environment with bright, fresh facilities, reverse-cycle heating and cooling, and shaded outdoor play areas.

We’re proud to provide two years of kinder, ensuring children enjoy consistent, high-quality early learning, play, and friendships to prepare them for school.

Our pet rabbits and turtles in the foyer are a favourite for both children and parents, creating engaging opportunities for interaction and connection.

With an average length of service of eight years, our dedicated educators are highly experienced and committed to continuous professional development. They focus on forming close, supportive relationships with families and delivering best-practice care and learning.

We’d love to welcome you and your family to Goodstart Kealba.

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Services Provided by Goodstart Early Learning Kealba

State Government Approved Programs

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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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$138.50 /day

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$134.50 /day

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Goodstart Early Learning Kealba Reviews (27)

4.7 /5

Based on 27 Reviews

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Ginny Quach

5.0 1 week ago

We’ve had such a lovely experience at Goodstart Kealba. The educators are so caring and always make my daughter feel safe and happy. She gets excited to go every morning, which gives me so much peace of mind. Thank you to the amazing team for all the love and care you put into the children every day. I highly recommend this centre!

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Adi Tuirewa

5.0 2 weeks ago

I really love the services provided by the Educators and the Team.<br><br>They are so great with my baby and they keep me well informed and updated with my child’s development and also my child is up to par with all his milestones and he has developed very good social skills because of them.<br><br>Job well done!

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Hieu Duong

5.0 2 weeks ago

The workers are friendly and on top of it. Amazing educators , my oldest sons early development is going greatly , especially intellectually and socially. Very happy to have chosen this childcare for him. And will definitely have my youngest come here too.

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J M

5.0 2 weeks ago

Goodstart Kealba is a great small to medium sized centre. The staff are engaged and routine and development observations are informative and you feel part of your child's journey. Recommended.

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Chris Mitas

5.0 2 weeks ago

Every carer and educator in the centre are extremely professional and caring and I am grateful for the care they give to my children. Thank you.

How Goodstart Early Learning Kealba Compares

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Price

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$136.50

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$142.19

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Educational Program and Practice Exceeding
Children's Health and Safety Exceeding
Physical environment Meeting
Staffing Arrangements Exceeding
Relationships with children Meeting
Collaborative partnerships with families and communities Exceeding
Governance and leadership Meeting

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