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Goodstart Early Learning Tarragindi Centre overview
Goodstart Early Learning Tarragindi Centre highlights
- Curriculum aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, encouraging exploration and diverse learning opportunities
- Only a ten-minute drive from the CBD, close to schools and amenities
- Outdoor spaces feature sandpits, mud kitchens, forts, bike paths, and a veggie patch
Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Tarragindi is a small, friendly centre located just ten minutes from Brisbane’s CBD, close to schools, shops, and residential areas.
Our dedicated staff provides fun and educational opportunities for all children, focusing on sensory and play-based learning in rooms from Nursery to Kindergarten. Each room is aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, ensuring that children grow and develop in a stimulating environment, preparing them for their next step into school.
We maintain clear communication with families through our Storypark platform, family nights, and newsletters, tailoring programs to each child's needs, interests, and strengths. Our centre also embraces cultural diversity, creating an inclusive learning environment.
Outside, our two play areas include sandpits, mud kitchens, vege patches, forts, bike paths, cubbies, and plenty of shade. These spaces encourage children to explore and learn about sustainability.
We value our community and enrich learning through regular events, including visits from local emergency services and fun-themed days like Pirates and Princess Day. At the end of the year, we hold a Christmas concert where children can showcase their learning to their families.
We invite you to visit our centre and explore how we can support your child’s early years.
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Goodstart Early Learning Tarragindi 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.
Erin Mossman
My name Erin Mossman and I am the Centre Director for Goodstart Tarragindi. I have been with Goodstart for over 20 years and I absolutely love my role in the centre, building relationships with families and their children, establishing a strong leadership role within the centre team and making lasting connections with the community.
I have two young children myself so I completely understand the importance of good quality early learning.
I have one main goal as a Centre Director and that is to always thrive for continual improvement. To provide a safe, welcoming and educational experience for all families and children.
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197 Birdwood RoadTarragindi, QLD, 4121
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Centre management and educators went above and beyond to care for our daughter. The quality of care, interactions with educators and communication was... Centre management and educators went above and beyond to care for our daughter. The quality of care, interactions with educators and communication was excellent. Read more
Our daughter has been going there for approx 2 months and all the educators are Angels 😇✨ They are so good at what they... Our daughter has been going there for approx 2 months and all the educators are Angels 😇✨ They are so good at what they do and kind to the kids. Miss Bek and Miss Jana are the nursery educators and our daughter loves them. Thanks for all the care, love and patience you give to the children ❤️❤️ Read more
Erika, we're truly grateful for your kind words about our educators here at Goodstart Tarragindi. It warms our hearts to know that your daughter feels cared for and loved. Thank you for sharing your positive experience, and we look forward to continuing to provide a nurturing environment for your little one!
My son has been going to Goodstart Tarrigindi since his 4 month old. It was the best decision I had has made in... My son has been going to Goodstart Tarrigindi since his 4 month old. It was the best decision I had has made in my life.. the staff is polite and really care about his learning ... Every day I can see his routine and photos, it make my day! ... the educators is full qualified to provide the learning through the play... I am so happy to have my boy there!... thank you so much Goodstart Tarrigindi team to be so ❤️ about the children Read more
Thanks for sharing your positive experience with Goodstart Tarrigindi! Our dedicated staff is committed to providing a caring and educational environment for your son's development. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to know that you find our updates and photos helpful.