Goodstart Early Learning Pooraka

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.

Lisa Bartlett

Hi, I’m Lisa and I’ve been the Centre Director at here at Goodstart Pooraka since 2012.

Working as the Centre Director here at Pooraka and being a mum to my pre-teen daughter are truly my favourite things in life and I feel so grateful everyday to work in a service where the team are so passionate, dedicated and committed to providing quality Early Learning and Care to all children and families in our community.

My own family background and my years of experience in this role has taught me that being an advocate for children and families is one of the most important roles you can play in life, and I often think back to the people who were there for me when I most needed it. This is one reason why my mission is to do the same for the children and families at our centre, to be a safe space for children, a safe person to listen without judgement when families are in need and a source of advice and comfort on this parenting journey. Whether you need a little extra help because your washing machine broke down this week or you’ve hit hard times and don’t know how to apply for income support or you just can’t understand why your child is suddenly challenging your patience at every turn, my door and my heart is open to you and I am committed to doing whatever I can to support you and your child.

Goodstart Pooraka truly is a special place and I’m proud to be the leader of a team who truly understand what it means to be there for our community. I hope I get to meet you soon 😊

Call us on 8262 4117, or click the 'Book a tour' button above to arrange a personalised tour. If you’d like a tour outside of the offered tour times please contact me so that we can organise this for you.