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Goodstart Early Learning Carrum Downs - Frankston-Dandenong Road

Goodstart Early Learning Carrum Downs - Frankston-Dandenong Road

1141-1143 Frankston - Dandenong Road, Carrum Downs, VIC, 3201 view map
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4.9
1800 222 543

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Long Day Care

Hours:

6:30am to 6:30pm

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1141-1143 Frankston - Dandenong Road, Carrum Downs, VIC, 3201

4.9

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About Goodstart Early Learning Carrum Downs - Frankston-Dandenong Road

Welcome to Goodstart Early Learning Carrum Downs - Frankston-Dandenong Road

We’re your home away from home on Bunurong Country, offering nurturing long day care and early education for children in Carrum Downs.

Our centre features six age-appropriate learning spaces: two nurseries for babies up to 12 months, two toddler rooms for curious two- to three-year-olds, and two kindergarten classrooms for three-and four-year-olds. Our government-funded kindergarten program is led by two bachelor-qualified early childhood teachers.

Located within walking distance of The Local Village shops, Carrum Downs Shopping Centre, and near Banyan Fields Primary School, we’re easily accessible by car or public transport. Come take a tour and explore our beautifully renovated centre!

During your visit, you’ll see why families love our home-like, community-focused environment. Our centre is known for its warm, long-standing educators, strong family partnerships, and clean, spacious outdoor yards.

We offer play-based learning to help children develop essential skills for school and life. From nursery to kindergarten, we support every child’s unique interests, strengths, and needs.

Our programs, based on the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework, include visits from Banyan Fields Primary School, music sessions, dentist visits, and more. We also organise weekly aged care visits, library excursions, Bunnings trips, and a swimming program for four-year-old kinder children.

We celebrate diversity and build an inclusive culture where all families feel welcome. Our families can donate to and access our community wardrobe, stocked with clothing, books, toys, and more. We also offer a pantry with groceries, nappies, and wipes, and a rotating book library. Leftover meals are shared with families via our noticeboard.

Experience the warmth of Goodstart Carrum Downs–Frankston-Dandenong Road. Book a tour and see the difference.

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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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$146.50 /day

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Goodstart Early Learning Carrum Downs - Frankston-Dandenong Road Reviews (36)

4.9 /5

Based on 36 Reviews

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Kyana Samigoundan

5.0 1 month ago

We are very happy with our experience. The educators are caring, supportive and genuinely take the time to get to know the children. Thank you to the whole team for creating such a warm, safe and nurturing environment. Special thanks to the nursery 1 team. Highly recommend!

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Jayne

5.0 1 month ago

All 3 kids have gone through Goodstart Frankston Dandenong. They have all had a great experience. The staff have been fantastic in supporting both their emotional and educational needs and are great communicators.

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Nikki & Brett Ferguson

5.0 1 month ago

Have nothing but positive things to say about Goodstart Frankston-Dandenong Road! Our first son started in toddler and finished kinder 4 years ago, our second son started last year in nursery and we were so happy and comforted to see so many of the same educators still there. Our son is thriving and loves going to daycare, the staff are all friendly and supportive and the facilities are great. Highly recommend!

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Anjali Rana

5.0 1 month ago

Really great people amazing staff very caring and helpful

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Toni-Rose Ganaban

5.0 1 month ago

Thank you to all the staff who made us as first-time parents reassured that our baby is well looked after!!<br>Orientation and enrolment was so smooth. The centre is so clean and all of the staff are so friendly, approachable and easygoing. The menu offers fantastic variety I can't wait to see my baby thrive!

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