Goodstart Early Learning Toongabbie

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.

Fiona Jing Zhao

My name is Fiona, and I am the Centre Director at Goodstart Early Learning Toongabbie.

I have been in Early Childhood Education and Care for 16 years, with experiences with children across all ages between 0-5 years. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education.

I am very passionate about early learning and providing children with the best start in their lives. With my professional pedagogies and leadership, I am here to support and lead a group of exceptional educators to provide all children with a meaningful and inclusive learning environment, to reach their potential in their early learning and to develop their best in their unique ways. 

Here at Goodstart Toongabbie, we are fortunate to work alongside highly experienced, highly qualified, and long-standing educators, who all have the mission to provide high-quality care and education programs to your child. 

Please don’t hesitate to stop by and say hello and meet the wonderful team at Goodstart Toongabbie.

I look forward to meeting you, your family, and your child to join our Toongabbie Family.