Goodstart Early Learning Boronia Heights - Middle Road
Goodstart Early Learning Boronia Heights - Middle Road Centre overview
Goodstart Early Learning Boronia Heights - Middle Road Centre highlights
- Age-appropriate, eco-friendly play spaces.
- Personalised early learning programs via Storypark.
- Dedicated, experienced educators fostering cultural awareness.
Goodstart Early Learning Centre is conveniently located in a residential area, close to schools, shops, and transport, making drop-off and pick-up simple and stress-free.
We cater to children from six weeks to school age, with fun, engaging early learning experiences tailored to each developmental stage, from Nursery to Kindergarten. Our play-based programs follow the Early Years Learning Framework, providing stimulating environments that foster growth and learning. Through Storypark, family nights, and regular newsletters, we ensure clear and open communication, allowing us to create personalised programs that celebrate each child’s needs and strengths.
Our outdoor spaces are designed for age-appropriate exploration and sustainability education, featuring sand play, bike tracks, climbing areas, and gardens. Led by our friendly, long-standing team of qualified educators, we work with families to set meaningful educational goals for each child.
We value cultural awareness, with activities that embrace songs, stories, and art from various cultures, promoting positive self-esteem and an appreciation of diversity.
Come by for a tour and experience our welcoming centre firsthand!
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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.
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.
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.
Sanja Hodak
Hi there! I'm Sanja and I am a Centre Director at Goodstart Boronia Heights-Middle Road.
I have been a part of the Goodstart family since 2003. I strive to provide a safe, warm, welcoming high quality early learning environment where children, families and staff have a sense of belonging.
I am looking forward to welcoming you into our Middle Road community.
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Centre Reviews
Attended the Middle road centre for a tour with the new centre director Jeff, on 20/9/24. Getting our youngest prepared for a hopeful... Attended the Middle road centre for a tour with the new centre director Jeff, on 20/9/24. Getting our youngest prepared for a hopeful smooth transition in early 2025. Jeff was very informative, super polite, no question to big or small. Jeff advised of his intentions for the centre, moving forward for 2025. Assisting in information of timing on what will best suit our child, the plans for the centre moving forward are exciting. Jeff is moving the centre forward with a very person centred approach, individualised care/needs, growth for all children across all ages, keeping in mind safety, but also utilising the centres capabilities to all of its potential. Developing and maintaining routine, relationships/connections, fine tuning every child’s motor skills. We’ve chosen this centre over another, purely due to the growth and development opportunities at Middle road Good start. I’ve also never experienced a centre like this, the outdoor play areas are extremely well sized compared to others. The centre has not only 1 nursery room but 2! The centre has a great lay out, spacious, clean, warm and welcoming. Staff are also exactly this as well. Nervous but excited for the journey ahead, and to see the new positive changes for 2025 with Jeff leasing the way. Read more
This is a beautiful centre. Management is amazing and very supportive and professional. Beautiful playgrounds and welcoming staff. This is a beautiful centre. Management is amazing and very supportive and professional. Beautiful playgrounds and welcoming staff.
We appreciate your kind words and recommendation of our centre. It's a delight to hear about the great experiences you've had with our educators and the nurturing environment they create. Thank you for letting us be part of your family's early learning journey.
What a warm and welcoming place it is here at Goodstart Middle Rd, I'm currently a new educator here at Middle Rd as... What a warm and welcoming place it is here at Goodstart Middle Rd, I'm currently a new educator here at Middle Rd as I just started in March and absolutely love it here. The children are safe and secure within the environment and the educators go above and beyond for the families currently enrolled here at the service. If you are looking for care for your child, I highly recommend this service. Read more