Goodstart Early Learning Kambah

Did you know we invested $65.5M into our social purpose last year, a 14% increase on the year before? 👏 At Goodstart, we're proud of the impact we have on children, families and communities. As a not‑for‑profit, every dollar we earn is reinvested to improve outcomes – from high‑quality learning and educator development to extra support for children who need it most.
Because when we put children first, the impact goes further 💛

Last week, our Preschool 2 children went on an excursion to Birrigai where they took part in the Connection to Country program.

After the excitement of travelling on the bus and arriving at Birrigai, the children eagerly began their adventure.
They took part in a story walk where they met friendly bush characters:
Ngarang the curious emu
Muliyan the soaring wedge-tailed eagle
Buru the bouncing kangaroo
Migundan the burrowing wombat.
Each animal invites children to listen, look, touch, smell and even taste the world around them, discovering the stories Country has to share.

After the walk, the children further connected with Country at a Bush Play site, exploring and
uncovering new stories 🌱☀️

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We understand that finding immediate childcare can be an emotional and challenging experience and we are here to help.

Our tour slots are open all week, you are welcome to book online or call our friendly family support team on 1800 222 543. We look forward to welcoming you and your family into our happy centre 😀

Congratulations to our wonderful Saku.
20 years of service at Goodstart Kambah. We are so lucky to have you, Saku ✨

The research is clear 📚 reading aloud is one of the most powerful things we can do for our children.

When we read with a child, we’re doing far more than sharing a story. We’re building the foundations for language, confidence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

Decades of research shows that children who are read to regularly:

💛 Build stronger language skills
Hearing rich varied language in books exposes children to far more words than everyday conversation alone. This growing vocabulary helps them understand, communicate and make sense of the world.

💛 Develop early literacy skills long before they learn to read
Through stories, children learn how books work – that print carries meaning, that pages turn left to right, and that stories have a beginning, middle and end. These early understandings make learning to read feel familiar and exciting.

💛 Strengthen phonological awareness
Rhymes, rhythms and playful sounds help children hear the building blocks of language.

💛 Grow their comprehension and thinking skills
Talking together about a story, predicting what might happen, wondering how a character feels, and connecting events to real life helps children develop memory, problem-solving, and higher-order thinking.

💛 Experience connection, comfort and joy
Shared reading fosters calmness, closeness, and moments of joint attention. These warm interactions support a child's sense of security and belonging.

Most importantly, children who experience positive, engaging reading moments from a young age are more likely to develop a genuine love of books - something that matters even more than early literacy skills alone.

Reading is simple, joyful, and sets children up for success in school and life.

Here is a list of some of our favourites below 👇

Our Preschool 1 children have been enjoying a special community outing with a walk to our local café! ☕

The children ordered and paid for their own babychinos, giving them a wonderful opportunity to practise real-life skills such as communicating with others, handling money, making choices, and building confidence in a community setting.

Experiences like these help foster independence while creating meaningful connections with our local community. We are so proud of the children's confidence, beautiful manners, and enthusiasm throughout the excursion.

A big thank you to our local café for making our visit so welcoming 💛

A snapshot of NAIDOC Week at Goodstart Kambah

Our Toddlers went for a walk around the community and stopped at a nice grassy patch to gather in a circle and respectfully done an Acknowledgment of Country. The children were then given the opportunity to explore their natural environment outside of the centre. They touched the rough bark of trees, felt branches and leaves, listened carefully to the sounds of birds and collected interesting sticks.

The Preschool children were lucky to have Taylor, the Centre Director from Goodstart Isaacs who is a proud Wiradjuri Woman.

Taylor spoke about First Nations people, who they are, their connection to the land and how they lived off the land. Taylor shared one of her favourite Dreamtime Stories, The Rainbow Serpent and showed the children a clip of The Kangaroo Dance.

We are incredibly grateful to Taylor for spending time with our children and sharing her culture in such a meaningful and engaging way. Experiences like these help foster understanding, respect, and appreciation for the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

This week our Nursery 2 children enjoyed a sensory rich play experience with chia seed slime.

Using measuring cups, balls and natural leaves, the children investigated different textures, scooped and poured and discovered how materials feel and move. These hands on experiences help develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, early mathematical concepts and curiosity about the natural world.

What a wonderful way to learn through play 🌿💚