Goodstart Early Learning Brookwater Centre overview
Goodstart Early Learning Brookwater
Nurturing confident young learners
At Goodstart Early Learning Brookwater, highly qualified and welcoming educators offer tailored learning experiences, helping the children to develop confidence and skills as lifelong learners. Strong connections with the community and families enrich the program, while the children enjoy engaging and inclusive learning spaces to enhance their learning.
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Bright and colourful indoor learning spaces
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Large outdoor play area with sandpits, a fort, herb gardens, chickens, a fairy garden, and more
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Tailored learning experiences to meet each child’s needs
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Strong connections with local schools and community groups
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Key educator approach to provide stability and security for each child
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Located next to Brookwater Golf Club and close to bus stops, the centre has parking available on-site
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Goodstart Early Learning Brookwater 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.
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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Lot 168 Melaleuca DriveBrookwater, QLD, 4300
Centre Reviews
We have really loved our time at Goodstart Brookwater! My son is now graduating from the Kindy and started in the toddler room.... We have really loved our time at Goodstart Brookwater! My son is now graduating from the Kindy and started in the toddler room. The educators all know him and he loves and feels secure and safe there. We are really going to miss the family feel and how warm and supportive all the educators are when we are off to big school next year! My son has grown and learnt so much that has prepared him, and his confidence has come leaps and bounds. A special thanks to the director Stacie and all of the educators who have played a part in the amazing little boy my son has become! Read more
Couldn't have found ourselves a better centre! I am extremely thankful for the staff at Goodstart Brookwater and opening their arms to our... Couldn't have found ourselves a better centre! I am extremely thankful for the staff at Goodstart Brookwater and opening their arms to our family. When you walk into a centre you want to feel like you belong, and that's exactly how they make you feel. Read more
Thank you for your kind words, Chantelle! It is truly a pleasure to have your family as part of our centre community. Making families feel welcomed and supported is what we strive for every day, and knowing that you feel this way makes it all worthwhile. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
We are so pleased that we found Goodstart Brookwater when starting our little one at daycare. The nursery and whole team have made this... We are so pleased that we found Goodstart Brookwater when starting our little one at daycare. The nursery and whole team have made this transition for us as seamless as possible. From day one we have felt so comfortable and have no doubt that our daughter is extremely well looked after and cared for. The communication from staff is incredible and we feel a part of such a lovely community. Dropping our daughter off at daycare is hard but seeing the staff welcome our little one so warmly and how excited she is to see the staff, makes it a great experience. We can see how our daughter has developed and experienced different things that she may not have been exposed to at home. We know that we have found the best place of care for our daughter over the coming years as she develops from nursery to kindy. I would highly recommend Goodstart Brookwater. Read more
Georgia, we're delighted that you've had such a positive experience at Goodstart Brookwater. Creating a seamless transition for families and providing exceptional care for children are our top priorities, and we're thrilled that you feel so comfortable and confident in our nursery and team. We strive to maintain open and clear communication with our families, and it's heartening to know that you feel like a part of our warm and welcoming community. Thank you for entrusting us with the care of your daughter, and we look forward to supporting her development in the years to come!