(08) 9463 7471
(08) 9463 7471Address:
541 Canning Highway, Alfred Cove, WA, 6154
Care Type:
Long Day Care
Hours:
6:30am to 6:00pm
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0-1 years
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$155 /day
Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Alfred Cove.
Address:
541 Canning Highway, Alfred Cove, WA, 6154
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Our twins started their daycare journey at this centre. They started when they were just 8 months old and had their last day when they were 2 and a half.. We had to leave due to a change of address. From the very beginning, the whole team at Goodstart Alfred Cove have shown so much love, care and attention to our twins. As first time parents, we were so lucky to have amazing educators to help us guide and develop our twins. They were always open for advice and after every day the kids came back with more skills and more boxes ticked in their development. This centre is absolutely amazing. They all work so hard and are receptive to the needs of parents and children. We are so lucky to start our journey at this Goodstart centre. Thanks to all involved at Goodstart. We will miss you so much!
- Matt P
Goodstart Early Learning Alfred Cove is a welcoming and purpose-built center located between Fremantle and Perth, providing convenient access for families. We care for children aged six weeks to five years, with a team of dedicated educators, many of whom have been with us for years. Our staff come from diverse cultural backgrounds, enriching the learning environment with songs, stories, and activities from around the world.
At Alfred Cove, we follow a play-based curriculum aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, focusing on each child’s unique interests and strengths. Our thoughtfully designed outdoor areas combine natural and manmade elements, encouraging exploration and environmental understanding. Strong communication with families is key, and we use the Storypark platform to keep parents informed and involved in their child’s learning journey.
We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, family-friendly atmosphere and invite you to visit us and see how we can help your child thrive.
Goodstart Early Learning Alfred Cove is a welcoming and purpose-built center located between Fremantle and Perth, providing convenient access for families. We care for children aged six weeks to five years, with a team of dedicated educators, many of whom have been with us for years. Our staff come from diverse cultural backgrounds, enriching the learning environment with songs, stories, and activities from around the world.
At Alfred Cove, we follow a play-based curriculum aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, focusing on each child’s unique interests and strengths. Our thoughtfully designed outdoor areas combine natural and manmade elements, encouraging exploration and environmental understanding. Strong communication with families is key, and we use the Storypark platform to keep parents informed and involved in their child’s learning journey.
We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, family-friendly atmosphere and invite you to visit us and see how we can help your child thrive.
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.
Lorraine Knight
Hi there! I'm Lorraine and I am the Centre Director at Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Alfred Cove.
I joined Alfred Cove in January 2009 as the Group Leader in the babies room and stepped into the role of Centre Director in February 2014.
I have worked in the education and care sector for 28 years, since gaining my qualification. I have the equivalent of a Diploma of Children's Services and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessing.
I am passionate about early learning and find my career and being able to care for and shape Australia’s future generation immensely rewarding.
What I love about the leadership role is being able to build rapport with families and the community and to celebrate learning through many activities and experiences. I truly identify with Goodstart's visions and values and children are central to all we do here at Goodstart Alfred Cove.
I have two teenage boys and was an educator for a long time before becoming a mum. I knew that a quality early learning centre, such as Alfred Cove, is invaluable in aiding children to flourish at school and well into adult life.
I look forward to meeting you and your family and discussing how we can support you and your child on the pathway to lifelong learning.
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0-1 years
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1-2 years
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Your enquiry will be sent directly to the Goodstart Early Learning Alfred Cove.
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Matt P
Our twins started their daycare journey at this centre. They started when they were just 8 months old and had their last day when they were 2 and a half.. We had to leave due to a change of address. From the very beginning, the whole team at Goodstart Alfred Cove have shown so much love, care and attention to our twins. As first time parents, we were so lucky to have amazing educators to help us guide and develop our twins. They were always open for advice and after every day the kids came back with more skills and more boxes ticked in their development. This centre is absolutely amazing. They all work so hard and are receptive to the needs of parents and children. We are so lucky to start our journey at this Goodstart centre. Thanks to all involved at Goodstart. We will miss you so much!
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review, Matt. We are delighted to hear how supported your family felt throughout your twins’ early learning journey with us. Our educators and staff work hard to create a warm, nurturing environment where children can grow, learn, and feel secure, and it means a lot to know this made a difference for your family. We truly appreciate your kind words and wish you all the very best in your new chapter.
Faline Loon
We had our child at Goodstart Alfred Cove for the first few years of daycare while I return to work. The team are very dedicated and passionate which made us very comfortable to leave our precious child in their capable hands. I couldn't thank them enough for taking such good care of our baby through to toddler.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Faline. We are delighted to hear how comfortable you felt leaving your child in the care of our dedicated educators and staff. Creating a nurturing, safe, and supportive environment for children and families is at the heart of what we do. We truly appreciate your kind words and trust in our team!
Taryn Hutchison
We started at Goodstart Alfred Cove in 2018 and are about to finished with the youngest now in 2024. I was hesitant about daycare at first, but like many people had no choice. However sending them to Goodstart Alfred Cove is one of the best decisions I made for my kids. Their social skills were developed greatly, they love the educators, and one thing I really noticed at Alfred Cove specifically while we were there was there was low turnover of staff, which judging from comments from other friends is unusual in daycare. So staff who were there when my eldest started are still there today. The learning is all play based which I felt strongly about in children under 5, and I never saw or felt there was ever any pressure for them to do anything they didn't want to in terms of formal learning. But please don't misunderstand, there is structure to the day so they kids learn to get into a routine. My youngest also now loves eating black beans, so that's a massive win I've really appreciated everything that Lorraine and the team have done for me and my girls over the last 7 years and while my youngest is super keen to join primary school full time next year, I know we will all miss the staff who have been so great. On the few occasions I needed to deal with the central office in Queensland for admin type matters, that wasn't great to be honest, their manner left much to be desired but I quickly learned that there was little Lorraine and the team couldn't work out if you brought it to them. Thanks all at Goodstart Alfred Cove, we will miss you!
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