Goodstart Early Learning Tallai

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.

Leona Gordon

Hello, my name is Leona Gordon and I am the Centre Director at Goodstart Tallai.

I have been involved in the Early Learning Sector since August 2000 where I originally took on employment to fit in with my then, three young children. This led to a passion for ‘learning’ and ‘teaching’ where through my studies of the ‘Early Years Learning Framework’ I began to understand the importance of the first five years in setting strong foundations for learning and life!

I have had the privilege to work with all age groups and have been a Centre Director since December 2020. I love the opportunities offered by Goodstart to continue to learn and motivate others to learn.

I have three adult children and one young grandson and believe that if children are given the support and security to learn in a happy and loving environment, they will become an effective and valued member of society.

I believe that children learn from the minute they are born. They learn from their environment, their experiences, their feelings, and their interactions with the world around them! I believe in the importance of establishing secure respectful relationships and have a strong commitment to developing partnerships with all our families…feel free to call in to say hi, my door is always open!