Goodstart Early Learning Beresfield

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.

Katy Paine

Hello, my name is Katy Paine and I am the Centre Director at Goodstart Beresfield.

I graduated from The University of Newcastle in 2015, obtaining a double bachelor’s degree in Primary Teaching and Early Childhood Studies. In my nearly 10 year career in education I have worked in primary schools and early education services across Newcastle and the Hunter Valley. I have over 4 years experience as a Centre Director so I am well versed in mentoring educators and creating safe spaces for children to learn, grow and explore their identities.

My teaching philosophy sits within a post-modernist realm. I believe children are who they are, and they lead their own learning either individually or as a group. Our job as teachers is to facilitate their interests by scaffolding learning moments and taking children on learning journeys to consolidate learning, discover new ideas or seek new ways of thinking.

Please come into the centre or give us a call as we would love to meet you and your family to discuss how we can work in partnership to provide your child with the best possible early learning journey.