Goodstart Early Learning Yarrawonga

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.

Jackie Shaw

I am here with great enthusiasmto introduce myself to you, I'm Jackie and I'm the Centre Director here at Goodstart Yarrawonga.

For over 21 years I have been lucky enough to watch the early learning sector grow and it is fantastic now see our team be truly recognised for what they are - Professional Educators.

I am a single mum to a very spirited six year old daughter. I grew up in Yarrawonga and started my career in Early Childhood Education 21 years ago at the very first centre to open in our town ‘Kay’s Place’.

I knew from a very young age that children were my passion. For me, straight out of school I thought that meant being able to play with children all day. I soon began to understand just how much impact I could have on children’s lives and how important the first 5 years of learning is for these children.

Open and honest relationships with families is important to your children’s learning journey so when families have any concerns or worries I warmly invite them warmly to have a chat with me.

I look forward to guiding our Goodstart families onto bigger and better things. And most importantly continue to be the best professional educator I can be.