Goodstart Early Learning Brighton - Brighton Road

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.

Melissa Butvila

Hi, My name is Melissa Butvila and I am the Centre Director for Goodstart Brighton, Brighton Road.

I have worked in the Early Learning and Child Care sector for more than 20 years, and been with Goodstart since its inception. During my years in the sector, I have worked as an educator across all ages ranging from birth to five, taking on roles as Team Leader, Assistant Director and now the newly appointed role as Centre Director.

I am a mother to an amazing daughter and I am very passionate about early learning and watching children grow through the many opportunities provided to them in our centre.

I am supported by a team of professional, experienced educators and teachers who are dedicated to providing the best care and education for each and every one of the children we have the privilege of welcoming into our centre family.

I am really looking forward to meeting you and your family and supporting your child’s learning and development.

Call us on 8377 0488, 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.