Goodstart Early Learning Mount Hutton

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.

Paige Smith

Hi there! My name is Paige and I am the Centre Manager at Goodstart Early Learning Mount Hutton.

I have been in the early learning industry since 2008 and I have a dual Early Childhood and Primary Education degree from the University of Melbourne. I have a strong passion for ethics and community engagement and believe that children deserve a voice in all matters that affect them.

I joined Goodstart through Mission Australia Early Learning in 2019 and started in my role as Centre Manager at Goodstart Mount Hutton in 2019.

Relationships between children, children and educators, educators and families are nurtured with the aim of developing a community of learners with the best outcomes for all children at the forefront. Our service provides a unique, inclusive and challenging environment that promotes this.

Our team of educators have been consistent and long-term with a shared commitment to providing the highest quality care and education to the Mount Hutton community. We have a shared vision to continue to provide an excellent early learning environment and be an active voice in the early childhood space.