Goodstart Early Learning Narre Warren - Pound Road North
Goodstart Early Learning Narre Warren - Pound Road North Centre overview
Goodstart Early Learning Narre Warren - Pound Road North Centre highlights
- Our purpose-built rooms cater to different age groups, aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, providing age-appropriate play-based learning experiences for children from Nursery through to Kinder/Pre School.
- With a dedicated team, many of whom have been with us since the beginning, our educators bring diverse experiences and cultural backgrounds, enriching our program with varied perspectives and values.
- A qualified onsite cook prepares fresh, nutritious meals daily, accommodating various dietary requirements and allergies, ensuring children receive healthy and balanced nutrition.
Children aged 6 weeks to 5 years at Goodstart Narre Warren - Pound Road North are cared for in a collaborative environment. Experienced educators provide an age-appropriate, play-based curriculum to support the children’s growth and development. Children are encouraged to engage in challenging learning experiences to support them as they become confident and resilient learners.
Outside, the children play in one of four age-specific areas well-equipped with activities to suit their developmental needs. The fun outdoor space includes climbing fortes, sandpits, bike tracks, veggie patch and wooden structures to explore.
Inside, six rooms have been designed for close age groupings. Various resources and activities keep children engaged, including a home corner to enhance creative thinking, an arts and crafts station, musical instruments, and a nature area.
The centre is located in a residential area and is handy to local schools, shops and community facilities. Access to public transport and a large onsite car park helps with drop off and pick up. Why not book a tour of this inviting and friendly centre today?
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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.
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.
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.
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336 Pound RoadNarre Warren South, VIC, 3805
Centre Reviews
I had a great experience with this centre. Definitely recommendind it to family who are looking for new childcare Centre. All the staff... I had a great experience with this centre. Definitely recommendind it to family who are looking for new childcare Centre. All the staff and educators are very friendly and well trained. My little one settled there very easily. Read more
Amazing staff, good learning and playing environment! Amazing staff, good learning and playing environment!
Thank you for this wonderful feedback Luna. We are so glad to hear that you are happy with Goodstart Narre Warren - Pound Road North.
Teachers are friendly and staffs are very helpful here. I have never seen my daughter happier, she starts caring about others and talks... Teachers are friendly and staffs are very helpful here. I have never seen my daughter happier, she starts caring about others and talks a lot about school. Highly recommend for families who want to find a safe with ongoing care for kids. Read more
Thanks Tu Le for your great review. We love our amazing community here at Goodstart Narre Warren - Pound Road North. Our team put a lot of effort into making sure our centre is safe, nurturing and a place to thrive!