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Goodstart Early Learning Cockburn Central Centre overview
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(08) 9463 7473Goodstart Early Learning Cockburn Central Centre highlights
- Conveniently located near residential areas and shopping precincts, with access to public transport and front-of-center parking for easy drop-off and pick-up.
- Large playground area with natural and manmade elements for developing critical social and gross motor skills in a safe environment.
- Educators deliver a stimulating play-based curriculum, fostering children.
Goodstart Cockburn Central is a 99-place centre offering flexible, high-quality care. Conveniently located near residential areas, shops, public transport, and freeways, we have been serving the community since 2006, providing care for children aged six weeks to five years.
Our centre fosters a safe and stimulating environment, with experienced educators guiding children through play-based learning aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework. From Nursery to Kindergarten, our sensory-rich spaces help prepare children for school.
We provide fresh, nutritious meals daily, catering to all dietary needs, and offer a peaceful space for breastfeeding parents. Our Storypark platform and regular family events keep communication open and allow us to tailor programs to each child’s unique needs.
Our expansive outdoor play area, designed with input from families, encourages creativity and exploration, while fostering a strong connection to the environment and sustainability.
Community engagement is a priority, and we enrich learning with art, music, and local events. With bilingual educators and multiple forms of communication, we cater to the diverse needs of our families.
We look forward to welcoming you and supporting your child’s lifelong learning journey.
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Goodstart Early Learning Cockburn Central Service features
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Kindergarten/Preschool Programs
Kindergarten/Preschool Programs
Our high-quality, play based preschool curriculum is delivered by Bachelor qualified Early Childhood Teachers. Our teachers tailor their programs to ensure all children develop the confidence and social and emotional skills needed for a smooth transition to school. Through play, our Early Childhood Teachers facilitate children’s learning of important language, literacy, numeracy and creative skills.
Benefits of Goodstart Kindergarten/Preschool programs:
- Our programs are planned and led by qualified and experienced Early Childhood Teachers, in accordance with the Early Years Learning Framework
- Our programs have the tick of approval, meaning they meet (and exceed) Government guidelines around learning in the year before school
- Strong connections with local schools support our extensive transition to school programs
- We offer greater flexibility and convenience for busy families with longer opening hours, five days a week, 52 weeks of the year.
- We offer 9-hour, 10-hour and all-day sessions.
- Nutritious meals are provided throughout the day, so there’s no need to pack lunch boxes.
Parent communication and involvement
Parent communication and involvement
Goodstart Early Learning uses the StoryPark app to connect with parents throughout the day. The educators upload photos and stories to the secure app, which parents can access anytime and anywhere to track their child’s progress.
The approach at the centre is very much based around partnership between families and educators. The educators work with the parents and carers to build strong relationships. They develop trust so the children can feel safe and secure while at the centre. Parents are also encouraged to share their insights and feedback with educators to add depth to the relationship.
The educators observe the children every day and tailor the program around their observations. They share these with parents, so they can feel connected to their child’s progress and also provide feedback that will further enhance their child’s learning experience.
Meet the team
Meet the team
Goodstart Early Learning employs qualified and skilled educators who are dedicated to making a difference to the children in their care. The centre employs people who are empathetic and compassionate, with a nurturing disposition and a passion for care. Working collaboratively as a team, the educators display qualities such as positivity, kindness and, most importantly, a desire to help every child thrive.
The educators hold relevant qualifications, including the Kindergarten and Preschool Program teachers who are university qualified. The educators are lifelong learners, participating in regular and ongoing professional development to enhance their skills. They are encouraged to upskill, learning about the latest research and thinking in the sector. They can then bring this knowledge back to the centre to share with their colleagues for the benefit of the children.
Kloe Phillips
Hi, my name is Kloe Phillips and I am the Centre Director at Goodstart Early Learning Cockburn Central.
With over a decade of experience in childcare, I have a deep passion for fostering the growth and development of both children and my team.
My journey in this field has allowed me to witness firsthand the impact of nurturing environments on our young citizens. I am dedicated to creating spaces that encourage exploration, learning, and emotional well-being, ensuring that each child receives the best possible start in life.
I take great pride in mentoring my team, from trainees to ECT’s, sharing insights, and collaborating to enhance our collective approach to early learning. We strive to inspire a love for learning and support the unique growth trajectories of every child in our care.
Together there is no limit.
Curriculum and programs
Curriculum and programs
The educators at Goodstart Early Learning follow an evidence-based curriculum that aligns with the Early Years Learning Framework. Informed by world-leading research, practices and techniques, the curriculum encourages the children’s natural curiosity and engages them in their learning journey.
As the children move through the different rooms in the centre, the curriculum evolves with them. The educators set goals for the children and celebrate as they reach their milestones. At every stage, the educators are tailoring the curriculum and goals to each child’s individual needs.
The curriculum involves different types of learning experiences and styles. From child-led learning to sessions guided by educators, the children participate in small and large group sessions as well as individual play. Most importantly, the children learn through play, developing social skills, confidence and independence in addition to more formal academic skills.
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.

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Centre Reviews
My daughter spent 3 years at Goodstart Cockburn Central before leaving for pre-primary in her primary school. As I am an educator here,... My daughter spent 3 years at Goodstart Cockburn Central before leaving for pre-primary in her primary school. As I am an educator here, I kept her in the daycare Kindy room full time instead of attending her primary school’s kindy program, partly for my convenience, but also because I trust the teacher and educators here. Chu and Tracy, who run the Kindy room together, both hold an Early Childhood Teacher’s degree, they have been with Goodstart Cockburn Central for more than 10 years. Most importantly, they care for the children and are very resourceful in handling all sorts of typical 4 to 5-year-old behaviours. I was amused when I first saw how Tracy got the children to pack away the room in 5 minutes. Read more
My daughter has been attending Goodstart Cockburn Central for 18 months now and we couldn't be happier with this centre. The staff are... My daughter has been attending Goodstart Cockburn Central for 18 months now and we couldn't be happier with this centre. The staff are all friendly attentive , nurturing and always happy to have a chat and work with the parents to provide the best care possible. The centre is always clean and welcoming and the new outdoor space is absolutely amazing ! Read more
didnt let me enroll at 14 years of age, disgraceful. didnt let me enroll at 14 years of age, disgraceful.
Thank you for your feedback. As an early learning centre, we cater to children from birth to five years old. If you were looking for services for an older child, we’d be happy to point you in the right direction. Please feel free to contact us at 1800 222 543.