(03) 9125 4876
(03) 9125 4876Address:
966 Stud Road, Rowville, VIC, 3178
Care Type:
Long Day Care
Hours:
6:45am to 6:30pm
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$150 /day
Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Rowville - Stud Road.
Address:
966 Stud Road, Rowville, VIC, 3178
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Our boys love Goodstart Rowville- Stud Rd! They get cared for so well by all the staff especially the educators!
- Rachelle Brindle
Goodstart Early Learning Rowville Stud Road is a 140-place centre ideally located in Rowville's commercial and residential hub, within walking distance of Stud Park Shopping Centre and with a bus stop at our doorstep. Ample off-street parking ensures smooth drop-offs and pick-ups.
Our six indoor learning spaces cater to children aged six weeks to five years, with an additional Vacation Care program for school-aged children. Outside, three large play areas offer age-appropriate equipment and spaces designed for exploration and growth.
We provide funded kindergarten programs for 3–4-year-olds and 4–5-year-olds, led by qualified Early Childhood Teachers. These programs are based on the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, focusing on fostering children’s emotional, physical, and cognitive growth while tailoring the learning experience to each child's unique needs.
Our orientation process helps build strong key educator relationships, ensuring a smooth transition for children and families. Communication is a priority, facilitated through Storypark and social media platforms, keeping families informed and connected with their child’s learning journey.
We are proud of the strong relationships we cultivate with children, families, and our local community, creating a welcoming environment that supports every child’s early learning journey.
Goodstart Early Learning Rowville Stud Road is a 140-place centre ideally located in Rowville's commercial and residential hub, within walking distance of Stud Park Shopping Centre and with a bus stop at our doorstep. Ample off-street parking ensures smooth drop-offs and pick-ups.
Our six indoor learning spaces cater to children aged six weeks to five years, with an additional Vacation Care program for school-aged children. Outside, three large play areas offer age-appropriate equipment and spaces designed for exploration and growth.
We provide funded kindergarten programs for 3–4-year-olds and 4–5-year-olds, led by qualified Early Childhood Teachers. These programs are based on the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, focusing on fostering children’s emotional, physical, and cognitive growth while tailoring the learning experience to each child's unique needs.
Our orientation process helps build strong key educator relationships, ensuring a smooth transition for children and families. Communication is a priority, facilitated through Storypark and social media platforms, keeping families informed and connected with their child’s learning journey.
We are proud of the strong relationships we cultivate with children, families, and our local community, creating a welcoming environment that supports every child’s early learning journey.
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.
Shaheen Hulavale
Hi, I’m Shaheen Hulavale and I’m the Centre Director here at Goodstart Rowville - Stud Road.
I moved to Australia in 2013. I have a completed my Master’s in Clinical Research (Pharmacy) and have worked in different sectors of pharmacy for nine years.
I hold an Advanced Diploma in Leadership and Management and a Diploma in Children’s Services and Community Sector. I have been in the industry for eight years and have spent time working with all age groups and have been part of the leadership team for two years.
In my role as a Centre Director, I will have the opportunity to lead and empower a team of Educators to provide high quality learning outcomes for the children and a strong connection with families and community.
I strongly believe in the saying “It takes a village to raise a child” and hence strive to provide a home away from home environment for children and families which is safe and secured providing a strong sense of belonging to the children and the families.
We encourage children to learn at their own pace through play-based learning in high-quality educational programs and have opportunities to explore their environments to build strong social, language, and emotional skills.
I value parents as our children’s first teachers as my vision is to ensure that all our families and children feel secure and supported here at the centre A place where they feel safe, respected and supported and included socially and emotionally. Being a mum myself, I understand the importance for families to find a perfect place for their children where along with the children achieving their milestones can have their feedbacks and suggestions incorporated in the child’s development positively.
I love to connect with the wider community, families and learn about different cultures. We often incorporate this learning to educate our children and shape them into individuals who can contribute positively to the community. I feel fortunate to be a part of a great community where I can connect and collaborate with local businesses and schools for a purpose.
When I’m not in the centre, I love working out, going for walks or spending time with my family especially my two girls, most likely at the parks and beaches.
At Goodstart Rowville – Stud Road we have a very strong and dedicated team of Educators, and we strive to provide a safe, peaceful, and natural environment that engages children's five senses, provoking wonder, curiosity, and intellectual engagement.
I look forward to welcoming you and your family along with my highly educated and passionate Educators and would love to explore how we can support your child on their journey to lifelong learning.
Want to see the centre first hand? Book a tour with Goodstart Early Learning Rowville - Stud Road below.
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Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Rowville - Stud Road.
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Rachelle Brindle
Our boys love Goodstart Rowville- Stud Rd! They get cared for so well by all the staff especially the educators!
Hi Rachelle, thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re so pleased to hear that your boys love coming to Goodstart Rowville – Stud Rd and that you feel supported by our educators and team. It’s wonderful to know they are enjoying their time with us!
Alfie O'Donnell
We cannot recommend this kinder highly enough. Since moving to Australia from the UK in 2022, all three of our children have had the privilege of attending here, and our youngest will be finishing up later this year. When we first arrived, we chose this kinder purely by chance — it was halfway between our home in Beaconsfield Upper and our work in Mordialloc — but we truly could not have stumbled upon a better place for our children’s early years. Even when we’ve had opportunities to move closer to home, we have chosen to stay because of the incredible care and community we’ve found here. The children are always so well looked after, learning good manners, respect for others and different cultures, all while having endless fun. They come home fed, clean, happy, and full of stories about their day. The staff are absolutely fantastic — warm, professional, and dedicated — and they deserve every bit of appreciation and applause we can give them. This kinder has been such a special part of our children’s early childhood, and we are so grateful for everything they’ve done for our family.
Thank you so much, Alfie, for sharing your family’s journey with us. We are truly honoured to have been part of your children’s early years since arriving in Australia. It’s wonderful to hear how each of them has thrived, building respect, good manners, and friendships while having fun along the way. Knowing that you’ve chosen to stay with us, even when closer options were available, is such a special compliment to the care and community our team works hard to create. We’re so grateful for your kind words and appreciation, and we’re delighted to have been able to provide such a positive start for your children.
Caroline Ousley
The educators are so lovely, caring, and supportive — they truly go above and beyond to make the children feel safe, valued, and happy. It’s such a comfort knowing our child is surrounded by people who nurture their growth and celebrate their milestones. The team creates a welcoming environment not just for the kids, but for families too, its a great cente to be apart of.
Thank you so much, Caroline. We’re delighted to hear that you feel supported and welcomed at the centre. Our team is dedicated to creating an environment where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn, while also ensuring families feel part of the journey. We truly appreciate your kind feedback!
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