Goodstart Early Learning Endeavour Hills - Barnsley Drive

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.

Ranjitha Prema Vasavan

Hi I am Ranjitha Prema Vasavan, and I'm the new Centre Director for Goodstart Barnsley Drive, Endeavour Hills, Victoria.

With a journey in the early childhood industry since 2012, I proudly joined Goodstart in 2018. Over the years, I’ve embraced various roles within the centre, including senior educator, health and safety champion, healthy achievement office, third incharge and assistant director before stepping into my current role as Centre Director. I have been in the role of Centre Director at different centres over the past couple of years.

I am honoured to share that I was recognised a the Victorian East Goodstarter of the year 2023 and subsequently as the National Goodstarter of the Year 2023. These accolades reflect my deep commitment to the field and the communities we serve.

What truly resonates with me as a Centre Director is the opportunity it provides to leverage my leadership skills. My aim is to empower educators and shape of our community-your precious little ones.

As a mother of two wonderful children, I understand the importance of selecting an environment that is inspiring, respectful, inclusive, diverse, enjoyable, and supportive for your child. My mission at Goodstart Barnsley Drive is to cultivate a constantly secure, tranquil, and natural setting that sparks curiosity, wonder and intellectual growth in every child.

I eagerly anticipate applying my expertise at the centre and meeting each one of you. Please feel free to book a centre tour by giving us a call or simply stopping by to say hello. I genuinely look forward to getting to know everyone better.