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Goodstart Early Learning Pendle Hill Centre overview
Goodstart Early Learning Pendle Hill Centre highlights
- Diverse programs for school readiness and holistic development
- Vibrant and colourful interiors for sensory play and exploration
- Open communication with families to support childrens unique needs
Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Pendle Hill is a welcoming 38-place facility nestled in a quiet residential area, conveniently located near local schools and shops. Our dedicated team of seven educators, including a Centre Director, two Group Leaders, three Assistants, and a Cook, is committed to providing high-quality care and education. All our educators hold Food Handlers Certificates and current First Aid Certificates.
We offer a diverse program tailored to the individual needs of each child. Our Kindergarten and Preschool rooms are designed in line with the Early Years Learning Framework, featuring sensory and play-based learning opportunities in colourful, stimulating environments.
Our Storypark platform, alongside regular family nights and newsletters, fosters open communication with parents, allowing us to customise programs to reflect each child's unique interests and strengths, embracing the cultural diversity within our centre.
Outside, children can explore age-appropriate play spaces equipped with a dry riverbed, log cabin, chook pen, vegetable patches, and sandpits, all promoting sustainability awareness. We enrich learning through community incursions, inviting local professionals like police officers and firefighters to discuss important topics with the children.
We celebrate milestones with a Preschool Graduation night, an End of Year Celebration, and individual birthday recognitions, honouring each child’s uniqueness. Our educators are committed to continuous professional development to stay abreast of current legislation and educational trends.
At Goodstart Pendle Hill, we see ourselves as a family and look forward to supporting you and your child on their early learning journey. Enrol now!
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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.
Fiona Zhao
Hi there! My name is Fiona and I am the Centre Director at Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Pendle Hill.
Hello Families,
My name is Fiona, and I am the Centre Director at Goodstart Pendle Hill Early Learning Centre. I have been in Early Childhood Education and Care for 15 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 learning environment, to reach their potential in their early learning and to develop their best in their unique ways.
Here at Pendle Hill, 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 Pendle Hill.
I look forward to meeting you, your family, and your child to join our Goodstart Pendle Hill Family.
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Both my children started their childcare experiences at other centres. Moving to Goodstart Pendle Hill has been a welcome change. The setting may... Both my children started their childcare experiences at other centres. Moving to Goodstart Pendle Hill has been a welcome change. The setting may not be as new and flash as some other centres, but this can't be replaced by the staffing team. The level of care and knowledge they have for each child cannot be faulted. Staff aren't afraid to have difficult conversations - they do it in a way that's respectful and constructive. For our family, the team have been a second home to my children. As full-time working parents it's such a comfort to know that the team at Goodstart Pendle Hill will care for your children as much as you do. Read more
Both my children; one who is now almost 8 and younger one who is almost 5 have had wonderful chapter at Goodstart Pendle... Both my children; one who is now almost 8 and younger one who is almost 5 have had wonderful chapter at Goodstart Pendle Hill starting when they were barely 2. The centre has always been up to the highest standards in regards to hygiene and safety which was I was looking for the first time I had to find a place for my son. They have been accommodating and generous to my children. The carers are very caring and knowledgeable starting from Vasi, Ellen, Theresa, Jasmine to new educator Miss Veena. They have been there from the beginning. Lee-Ann always kept us up to date and now Miss Fiona has taken over and bringing wonderful changes to the centre. My kids definitely miss them all and so do I. Thank you Good start 😊 Read more
Thank you so much for sharing your heartwarming review of Goodstart Pendle Hill. It has been an absolute pleasure to be a part of your children's early years, and we're delighted to hear about the wonderful chapter they've had with us. Ensuring the highest standards of hygiene and safety is a top priority for us, and we're glad that it has met your expectations. Thank you for being a part of the Goodstart Pendle Hill family.
My family have been apart of this centre for the past 6 years with several kids attending, and I couldn’t recommend it enough.... My family have been apart of this centre for the past 6 years with several kids attending, and I couldn’t recommend it enough. The staff are amazing with the kids and very approachable. I receive daily stories about their day online and have a quick chat every afternoon about how my child’s day was. Above all, my kids love it here and are very happy to attend. Read more
Thank you for your kind words and for being a part of our centre for the past six years! Our team is committed to providing a positive and engaging environment for every child, so we love hearing that your children are thriving in our care. We appreciate your recommendation and are delighted to hear that you find our educators and staff welcoming. We look forward to continuing to provide you with the best possible care!