Goodstart Early Learning Geelong East

Goodstart Early Learning Geelong East We’re for children, not for profit. So we reinvest in early learning to create better lives.

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Welcome to the Goodstart Geelong East family! This page is a family-friendly community page where we can come together and share our interest in, and passion for, early childhood learning and care. While we are very excited to hear from you, please be aware that we reserve the right to moderate this page as we see fit and remove any posts or materials that we deem inappropriate or not beneficial to the wider community. This includes but is not limited to posts that are:

• Abusive, defamatory, or obscene language
• Fraudulent, deceptive or misleading
• In violation of any intellectual property right of another
• In violation of any law or regulation
• Spam, link baiting or files containing viruses that could damage the operation of other people’s computers or mobile devices
• Promoting competing products, services, or brands
• Personal promotion
• Content that relates to confidential or proprietary business information
• Sexually explicit or contain nudity
• Of a stalking or harassing nature
• That are in poor taste

Any reference or claim against staff or children will be removed to protect the privacy of those involved. Anyone who repeatedly posts material in violation of the above will not be allowed to further engage with Goodstart’s page. Any medical or child health questions should be directed to the appropriate healthcare professional in your state. Goodstart also actively monitors the site for complaints and feedback and may privately follow up with the individual to gain further information and/or comply with any legal or regulatory obligations. All posts must also adhere to the Facebook terms of use www.facebook.com/terms

DISCLAIMER: In addition to the right you grant to Facebook, please be aware that by posting on our page you are granting Goodstart Early Learning royalty-free license to use this content as we see fit. This means that anything posted can be reproduced, published, broadcast and/or posted somewhere else.

Looking for the right early learning centre for your family? Come and see us. 💛This October is Open Door Month at Goodst...
07/10/2026

Looking for the right early learning centre for your family? Come and see us. 💛

This October is Open Door Month at Goodstart.

Come in for a tour, meet our educators, explore the learning spaces and ask the questions that matter to you.

Whether you’re just starting to look, comparing your options or ready to choose a centre, we’re here to help you find the right fit for your family.

Book a tour today. We can’t wait to meet you!
📅 https://brnw.ch/21x6duZ

Throughout the week the children have loved dressing up in their favourite footy colours! A huge heartfelt thank you to ...
24/09/2026

Throughout the week the children have loved dressing up in their favourite footy colours!
A huge heartfelt thank you to all our families for getting behind our fundraiser for children with cancer. ❤️ We raised $168 for the Fight Cancer Foundation.
Your kindness, generosity and support mean so much. Together, you’ve helped make a real difference. We’re so grateful to each and every one of you! 💛

Dear Families,Our daycare community has always been about coming together to support one another, and we would love to d...
18/09/2026

Dear Families,

Our daycare community has always been about coming together to support one another, and we would love to do that again for a cause that is very close to our hearts.

A past family from our centre is currently facing the incredibly difficult journey of childhood cancer. In honour of their child and their family, we would like to come together as a community to raise funds for Fight Cancer Foundation helping support the important work being done for children and families affected by cancer.

Childhood cancer changes the lives of not only the child, but their entire family. By raising funds and awareness, we hope to make a small difference and show our support to those going through this heartbreaking journey.

We invite our daycare families to get involved and contribute in whatever way they can. Every donation, no matter how big or small, can help. 💛

Most importantly, we hope this fundraiser is a way for our community to stand together, honour a family who has been part of ours, and shine a little light during an incredibly difficult time.

So next week, let’s wear our footy colours and together, we can make a difference. 🌟
Donation tins will be in each of our rooms.

17/09/2026

Are you looking for day care?
We are in the heart of Geelong close to the hospital and the town centre
We pride ourselves on our relationships with families and our Key Educator Relationships creating a circle of security for all children
We have vacancies for our nursery toddler and kinder rooms
Nursery Tuesday Thursday and Friday
Toddlers Tuesday Wednesday Thursday and Friday
Kinder Wednesday and Friday
Please contact the centre directly on 03 5222 3656
Or email [email protected]

Whether your child is already attending early learning, getting ready to start, or you're still exploring your options, ...
09/09/2026

Whether your child is already attending early learning, getting ready to start, or you're still exploring your options, it's natural to have questions.

💭 Will my child feel safe and supported? 💭 How will they cope with new experiences and changes? 💭 What can I do to help them feel confident and settled?

Listen to Episode 1 of What I Wish I Knew... The Early Learning Guide podcast, with child development expert Dr Billy Garvey as he explains why transitions are such an important part of childhood and how strong, supportive relationships help children navigate change with confidence.

From starting early learning to moving rooms, making new friends or tackling other big milestones, transitions are a normal part of growing up. When children feel safe, supported and connected, they're more likely to embrace new experiences, build confidence and develop the resilience they need to thrive.

🎧 Tune in to hear Dr Billy's expert insights and explore more episodes of What I Wish I Knew... The Early Learning Guide podcast: https://brnw.ch/21x5zpV

💛 Because every child deserves to feel safe, supported and a true sense of belonging as they grow, learn and discover the world around them.

02/09/2026

Thank you to my amazing team and our amazing families for their kind words!! Happy Educators Day 🥰🥰

Thank you so much for all your kind words to help us celebrate Educators Day!! I’m so grateful for my amazing team and y...
02/09/2026

Thank you so much for all your kind words to help us celebrate Educators Day!! I’m so grateful for my amazing team and you our amazing families that make everyday a special day and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for choosing us at Geelong East!!🥰🥰

Ever had one of those "What should I be doing with my child?" moments? You might already have the answer at home.Earlier...
26/08/2026

Ever had one of those "What should I be doing with my child?" moments? You might already have the answer at home.

Earlier this year, every Goodstart family received a What & When for Families guide for each child. If it's been tucked away in a drawer since then, now might be the perfect time to pull it back out.

The guide is packed with simple, play-based activities that support your child's learning and development at home. Best of all, it's written in your child's voice, with ideas tailored to their age and developmental stage.

From singing songs with babies and playing peek-a-boo, to "I Spy" games, storytelling and treasure hunts with older children, the activities are designed to fit naturally into everyday moments you already share together.

We know learning doesn't only happen in the classroom. Those small moments at home can help build big communication, language and literacy skills.

Take another look through your What & When for Families guide to explore age-appropriate activities and learning ideas you can try together.

💛 Sometimes the best learning resource is the one you already have at home.

Strong relationships are the foundation for confident, curious learners 💛Goodstart’s key educator approach ensures every...
12/08/2026

Strong relationships are the foundation for confident, curious learners 💛

Goodstart’s key educator approach ensures every child is known, supported and feels safe - through consistent, nurturing connections with educators and meaningful partnerships with families. These bonds help build wellbeing, resilience and a true sense of belonging from day one.

Discover how this approach supports your child’s learning journey: https://brnw.ch/2

29/07/2026

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 💛

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144 McKillop Street
Geelong, VIC
3220

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 6:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 6:30am - 6:30pm

Telephone

+61352223656

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