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Goodstart Early Learning Doncaster East

76-78 Andersons Creek Road, Doncaster East, VIC, 3109 view map
4.0

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Long Day Care

Hours:

6:30am to 6:30pm

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76-78 Andersons Creek Road, Doncaster East, VIC, 3109

Goodstart Early Learning Doncaster East Reviews (21)

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Helen Playfair

Jan, 2026

Would not recommend this centre. My child has been attending for a few months, and unfortunately our experience has been very disappointing. The management is poor, the rules for children are rigid, and there are serious safety concerns. On one occasion, my child followed another parent and walked out of the classroom without any educator noticing. By coincidence, I had just arrived and saw this happen. What was even more concerning was that no one realised my child had left, nor that my child was picked up by me. Another issue that shocked me was the decision to build a bee farm directly in front of the centre. We were informed that the bees can sometimes be aggressive, which is completely inappropriate for a childcare environment. I have already placed my child’s name on the waiting list at another centre and sincerely hope to transfer as soon as possible

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Jemima

Jun, 2024

Your director is quick to email when a direct debit fails, but can’t reply to a simple email. Before I cancelled my child’s enrolment today I was still waiting for a reply to an email from the 23rd of April. Also having a dog in the centre, let alone the Childrens room is a bit far fetched. Maybe keep the household pet out of the Childrens rooms. You say you are a sustainable centre, yet advised the parents to bring in plastic bottles for an activity? Where does that align with “sustainability”? Having glass items for paint in the rooms when one got smashed and “nicked” my child’s finger, but not realising and taking into account a parent bringing it up, and the what ifs of a more serious event to occur regarding one getting broken? That got brushed off with “where a sustainable centre”. You can still be sustainable but find safer alternatives. I should have realised and listened to others about Goodstart and that it was a terrible idea before sending my child there. He didn’t benefit anything from it other than getting hurt, being harassed and having his items taken off of him by other kids and not giving them back.

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Lavonne Kong

May, 2024

We couldn't be happier with our experience at Goodstart Doncaster East! All the educators here are incredibly attentive and have been with the center for a long time, which made our child's transition to childcare so smooth. Our little one loves going to childcare because every educator is so kind and attentive. It's impressive how everyone knows each other by name, creating a warm and welcoming environment. Highly recommend this wonderful center!

About Goodstart Early Learning Doncaster East

Goodstart Early Learning Doncaster East

From mud kitchens to fairy gardens

With a dedicated team of longstanding educators, the children at Goodstart Early Learning Doncaster East receive continuity of care in a warm and welcoming environment. The centre features age-appropriate indoor and outdoor spaces, all equipped to enhance children's awareness of their environment. A strong focus on sustainability is integrated into daily activities.

  • Modern, airy, and light-filled indoor learning rooms

  • Sandpits, veggie patch, worm farm, stage area, fairy garden, swings, and more in the outdoor area

  • Focus on open communication, community engagement, and personalised, culturally diverse education

  • Children are encouraged to learn about caring for nature and embracing sustainability

  • Programs tailored to children’s needs and interests

  • Bus stops at the door and parking is available on-site for easy access

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Price

Above average

Goodstart Early Learning Doncaster East

$163

Suburb Average

$159

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Goodstart Early Learning Doncaster East

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Overall

Exceeding

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

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