Goodstart Early Learning Endeavour Hills - Barnsley Drive
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Goodstart Early Learning Endeavour Hills - Barnsley Drive Centre overview
Goodstart Early Learning Endeavour Hills - Barnsley Drive Centre highlights
- Purposeful, play-based learning environments.
- Strong community and family engagement.
- Passionate, award-winning leadership.
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Your Centre
Nestled in a quiet, leafy residential area, our centre offers a warm, home-like atmosphere for your child. Our dedicated, knowledgeable team partners with families to ensure your child’s first five years of education—the most critical—are successful.
Learning
We provide four thoughtfully designed learning environments and an expansive outdoor space for physical play, social connections, and exploration. Our programs, from Nursery to Kindergarten, align with the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework and National Quality Standards. Through sensory and play-based activities, we foster your child’s development, catering to their unique needs and strengths.
Your Team
Our passionate educators undergo continuous professional development to support and celebrate each child's learning journey, following the Victorian Early Years Learning Framework. Goodstart’s Key Educator Relationships ensure meaningful bonds with children and families, creating a safe and nurturing environment. Meet our Centre Director, Ranjitha Prema Vasavan, the 2023 Goodstarter of the Year awardee.
The Extras!
Your child can enjoy extracurricular activities such as life cycle projects, body safety awareness, and cultural celebrations including Diwali and Christmas. We use the Storypark app to share updates with families and the Xap forum for email communication. Community connections include events, pen pal programs, and virtual visits from local services. Activities like yoga and dance further promote motor skill development.
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Fees & Vacancies
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Goodstart Early Learning Endeavour Hills - Barnsley Drive 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.
Ranjitha Prema Vasavan
Hi I am Ranjitha Prema Vasavan, and I'm the new Centre Director for Goodstart Barnsley Drive, Endeavour Hills, Victoria.
With a journey in the early childhood industry since 2012, I proudly joined Goodstart in 2018. Over the years, I’ve embraced various roles within the centre, including senior educator, health and safety champion, healthy achievement office, third incharge and assistant director before stepping into my current role as Centre Director. I have been in the role of Centre Director at different centres over the past couple of years.
I am honoured to share that I was recognised a the Victorian East Goodstarter of the year 2023 and subsequently as the National Goodstarter of the Year 2023. These accolades reflect my deep commitment to the field and the communities we serve.
What truly resonates with me as a Centre Director is the opportunity it provides to leverage my leadership skills. My aim is to empower educators and shape of our community-your precious little ones.
As a mother of two wonderful children, I understand the importance of selecting an environment that is inspiring, respectful, inclusive, diverse, enjoyable, and supportive for your child. My mission at Goodstart Barnsley Drive is to cultivate a constantly secure, tranquil, and natural setting that sparks curiosity, wonder and intellectual growth in every child.
I eagerly anticipate applying my expertise at the centre and meeting each one of you. Please feel free to book a centre tour by giving us a call or simply stopping by to say hello. I genuinely look forward to getting to know everyone better.
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46-48 Barnsley DriveEndeavour Hills, VIC, 3802
Centre Reviews
“I completed my recent placement for my bachelor’s in Early Childhood Teaching at Goodstart Bransley drive and it was an invaluable experience. The... “I completed my recent placement for my bachelor’s in Early Childhood Teaching at Goodstart Bransley drive and it was an invaluable experience. The centre’s director, Ranjita, maintained a highly professional and supportive environment, demonstrating a strong commitment to quality care and education. Her leadership made it clear that every child and staff member was valued, and I felt immediately welcomed. My mentor, Hansika, was instrumental in my professional growth. Her deep knowledge of early childhood education, coupled with her patience and guidance, allowed me to gain confidence and refine my skills as an educator. Hansika was always available to answer questions and provided constructive feedback that helped me reflect and improve. The team at Goodstart Barnsley drive works collaboratively to ensure a safe, nurturing, and inclusive atmosphere for children and staff alike. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to learn in such a positive and enriching environment, which has left a lasting impact on my approach to teaching and care.” Read more
This childcare centre provides the best experience for our 4 year old daughter as well as providing great service to us parents. The... This childcare centre provides the best experience for our 4 year old daughter as well as providing great service to us parents. The educators and staff are very dedicated people with the focus on developing children. There are also a lot of activities for us parents to be involved with, so we can interact with all the staff, other parents and kids. Location wise very safe, located within a residential area and have lots of parking. I would recommend this daycare for any future kids/parents looking to enrol as they have a great working team. My daughter has been here for about 2 years and look forward to keeping her here until she goes to school. I would also be enrolling my next child here next year. Special thanks to the centre director Ranjitha for driving the daycare, and all the friendly staff. Read more
Over a period of 10 years, I've had 3 kids in this centre. The level of care given has always been excellent. My... Over a period of 10 years, I've had 3 kids in this centre. The level of care given has always been excellent. My baby loves his educators and has formed a very strong bond with them. Keep up the good work ladies! Read more