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Goodstart Early Learning North Sydney - West Street Centre overview
Goodstart Early Learning North Sydney - West Street Centre highlights
- Individualised programmes aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, tailored to each child's needs.
- Two playgrounds designed for different age groups, promoting exploration and active play.
- Strong partnerships with families and the community, enhancing the overall learning experience.
Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre North Sydney - West Street is situated in a peaceful, tree-lined area close to Sydney's CBD, making it easily accessible by public transport. Our centre features four well-resourced rooms and two playgrounds, one designed specifically for our Nursery children and a larger space for our active Toddlers and Preschoolers.
Our dedicated and qualified staff create an individualised programme aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework, catering to each child's interests and needs. We believe in building strong partnerships with families, and respecting their input and feedback. Many families express how we've become part of their community, with children excitedly greeting their teachers and friends each day.
We maintain open communication through our Storypark platform, regular family nights, and emailed newsletters. Our on-site cook prepares nutritious meals, ensuring children are well-fed and ready for their day.
At Goodstart North Sydney West Street, we prioritise high-quality care and educational programmes while fostering connections with the broader community through excursions and visitor interactions. We look forward to welcoming you and your family—come visit us to explore how we can support your early learning journey!
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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.
Aayushma Ghale
Hello! My name is Aayushma Ghale and I am the Centre Director at Goodstart North Sydney, West Street.
I have been in the education sector since 2006 and in Early Childhood Education since 2015. I hold a Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) and a Bachelor of Arts (Sociology and Major English).
During my career, I have gained valuable experiences and pedagogical knowledge through working in roles such as; Educator, Preschool Teacher, Educational Leader, Teaching Assistant, Primary School Teacher, Assistant Director and now the Centre Director.
I believe that all children have the right to quality education and we need to focus on the holistic development of a child. I feel fortunate to be working alongside a dedicated and diverse team of highly qualified, passionate and enthusiastic team who put children at central of everything we do. We thrive to offer a unique and tailored education to ensure that every child is supported to achieve their highest potential.
I look forward to welcoming you and your family at our service!

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Centre Reviews

The team at Goodstart West St have been like family. We had our son start at 10 months and continue until he started... The team at Goodstart West St have been like family. We had our son start at 10 months and continue until he started kindy. Our daughter started at 7months and continues there. The team are caring, communication great and they promote early education and healthy eating. They have been incredibly flexible and accommodated additional days at short notice which has been life saving for us as busy working parents. We couldn’t recommend them more highly. Read more
We were back in Sydney for two months for the summer and Aayushma and her team welcomed us with open arms. The communication... We were back in Sydney for two months for the summer and Aayushma and her team welcomed us with open arms. The communication with management was always timely and any concerns or issues we had were addressed quickly. We also loved the large shaded outdoor area with the sandpit the kids could play around in for the older kids and the staff made a farewell poster for both the kids which was really really sweet. The only thing we wish they did have was tea/supper for the kids as we're used to that in London, but otherwise we can't fault anything! Read more
Your positive experience brings us great joy! We pride ourselves on our staff's dedication to building safe, welcoming atmospheres, and strengthening bonds between families and children. Your positive feedback means the world to us; thank you for taking the time to express it.
Supportive team, organised, and a great place for early learning. Supportive team, organised, and a great place for early learning.