Goodstart Early Learning Echuca

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.

Stacey Duke

Hello, my name is Stacey Duke and I am the Director here at Echuca Goodstart.

I am a caring, reliable and a positive person with over 6 years of experience working with children and I currently hold a Diploma Qualification in Early education and care. I have worked at Goodstart for 5 years and I have also been working as an Area Manager for an OHSC company overseeing 11 services.

I am a mum of two Children named Holly and Jack, we have two dogs named Ruby and Ted both Cavoodles. I enjoy spending my free time with family and friends.
I am passionate about Early years Education and care and its lifelong benefits.
I am an advocate for fostering strong communication and establishing a positive and meaningful relationships with every child and their families to provide an exceptional early learning experience. Creating a safe and nurturing environment, that supports children’s development and growth, enables opportunities, and fosters strong foundation for school and life is in the core values of our team.

I believe that open communication is the key for partnership. Everyone deserves to be heard, and I'm always here to listen and chat, recognising the importance of individual voices in shaping a supportive and inclusive learning community.

Our team is here to provide quality education and care to our children, their families, and our entire community. We have teachers and educators with a numerous year of experience in the Yearly years field, alongside newly graduate professionals, and trainee educators. 
We take pride in our unwavering commitment to practices that promote inclusivity and responsiveness, striving to create an environment where children feel not only happy and engaged but also deeply connected to others, ensuring their overall well-being, and flourishing in an enriched setting.

Selecting a childcare centre can be a daunting process for families. We invite you to visit us at Goodstart Echuca, where we strive to make your child's early childhood journey a seamless and positive experience.

I can not wait to meet you all and begin our journey together.