Goodstart Early Learning Crestmead - Third Avenue
Goodstart Early Learning Crestmead - Third Avenue Centre overview
Children aged 6 weeks to 6 years will be at home in the inviting and friendly environment of Goodstart Crestmead - Third Avenue. The child-led curriculum at the centre is centred around the philosophy of Early Years’ Learning Framework, designed to nurture essential social, cognitive, and physical skills.
The outdoor playspace was created with the children's development in mind, offering a variety of different activities including sandpits and play equipment. The children can also learn about sustainability and caring for nature while tending to the centre’s vegetable garden.
The indoor spaces at the centre are well-equipped with developmentally appropriate resources that allow the children to learn and explore in an interactive and immersive environment. The children also participate in incursions, welcoming people from the broader community into the centre. Participation in community events also helps to deepen the relationship between centre and community, while teaching the children about their role as community citizens.
The centre is conveniently located in a residential area, close to schools and shops. The centre is also close to public transport, taking the stress out of the daily pick up and drop off. Why not book a tour of this supportive and warm centre today?
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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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Centre Reviews
My boy has been attending GoodStart for 8 months now. The centre has been wonderful. All staffs are very nice and friendly, especially... My boy has been attending GoodStart for 8 months now. The centre has been wonderful. All staffs are very nice and friendly, especially the director, if wasn’t for her, my son wouldn’t be joining this great place! I’d like to thank them for doing such a great job here, just as they said, “they are here for children, not for profit.”” Read more
Parents beware. After 2 years at this centre (after leaving Good Start Julie street for similar reasons) and a change in management, the... Parents beware. After 2 years at this centre (after leaving Good Start Julie street for similar reasons) and a change in management, the last 6months+ has been a downhill slide for the Centre unfortunately. Poor management, lack of consistency across the two centres (kids in long day care aren't with the same educators all day), high staff turnover, Manager lacks people skills, empathy and a good understanding of children with additional needs such as ASD/ADHD. She is also very defensive in her responses to parents and will often give excuses like "we are under staffed" or "I have so much admin to do". To be more specific, the director threatened my 5yo son during an episode/meltdown by saying "how about I get my phone and video record you to show mum and dad how you are carrying on". This is never acceptable especially with a child who is already unable to regulate his emotions and embarrassment is one of his triggers. On another occasion the director said to me "I have so many performance reviews to do on my staff, its funny how many of them think they are amazing and they aren't at all"! A manager who speaks about their staff like that behind their backs lacks integrity and this will 100% flow down to the educators and children. Toilet training was horrible, due to inconsistency and staffing across the two centres during different times of the day, half the time educators were unable to tell me which children were in nappies and which were in undies. Picked my youngest son up (3yo) on multiple occasions completely soaked in his own urine, in the cold outside and no one could tell me when he last went to the toilet. Management don't like constructive feedback, they don't take on board parents views and feelings. They are an "all inclusive centre" so even if your child is being repeatedly attacked and bitten by another child they will say "there is nothing we can do about it, all children are welcome here". My two sons also now know every swear word under the sun now due to the amount of foul language that comes out children's mouths there and again, they say there's nothing we can do about it. The place needs cameras asap, its always the child's word against the educator and the educator always wins. The director called my son a liar directly to his face while I was holding him, who does that? There are some good educators in the centre 100% however when management lacks, the whole place falls apart. A few of the top educators have left this year. Would not recommend to anyone, especially those with children with additional needs. Read more
My grandson has been enrolled here since he was 3 months old and he is always happy to come into the Centre. The educators... My grandson has been enrolled here since he was 3 months old and he is always happy to come into the Centre. The educators follow his routine and are kind, caring and compassionate about the children. They have his best interests at heart. Read more