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Goodstart Early Learning Grafton 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 Grafton 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!
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🩷 A Huge Congratulations to Our Goodstart Grafton Employees of the Month for September! 👏🌟Congratulations to Sarah and N...
02/10/2026

🩷 A Huge Congratulations to Our Goodstart Grafton Employees of the Month for September! 👏🌟
Congratulations to Sarah and Nicole, our two well-deserved Employees of the Month for September! 🎉
With an incredible five votes each, Sarah and Nicole were tied as this month's winners, a true reflection of the positive impact they both have on our centre every day.

Sarah and Nicole, thank you for your hard work, positive attitudes, and the care, dedication, and passion you bring to the centre each and every day. Your commitment to our children, families, and team does not go unnoticed, and we are incredibly grateful to have you both as part of our Goodstart Grafton family. 💙

Your willingness to support others, build meaningful relationships, and always strive for the best outcomes for children makes a difference every single day. You are both valued team members who consistently go above and beyond.

Please join us in celebrating this wonderful achievement and congratulating Sarah and Nicole on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉🥳💐
Congratulations, Sarah and Nicole! We are so proud of you both! 🌟👏🩷💙 Grafton

🩵💜 Centre Closed Monday 🩵💜
02/10/2026

🩵💜 Centre Closed Monday 🩵💜

🌟💖 A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR AMAZING CENTRE DIRECTOR, SHIRLEYANNE! 💖🌟We are SO excited and incredibly proud to annou...
17/09/2026

🌟💖 A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR AMAZING CENTRE DIRECTOR, SHIRLEYANNE! 💖🌟

We are SO excited and incredibly proud to announce that our wonderful Centre Director, Shirleyanne Blanchard, has been named a FINALIST in the 2026 Goodstart Early Learning Goodies Awards – Early Learning Leadership! 🏆✨

This recognition is so incredibly well deserved! Shirleyanne pours so much love, dedication, commitment and passion into our centre every single day. From supporting our educators and creating a positive team environment, to building beautiful relationships with our children and families, her heart and care are at the centre of everything she does. 💕🌈

We are so lucky to have a leader who leads with kindness, passion and purpose, always striving to make our centre the very best place it can be for our children, families and educators. 🌱💙

Shirleyanne, we hope you know just how much you are appreciated and how proud we are of you! This finalist recognition is a wonderful celebration of all the hard work, love and heart you put into what you do. 🥰

From your Goodstart Grafton family, we are sending you the biggest congratulations and all our love! 💐💖

WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU, SHIRLEYANNE! ✨
🏆 Goodies Awards 2026 – Early Learning Leadership Finalist 🏆

Keep shining and being the incredible leader that you are! 🌟💙💗

💜You may have noticed our posts looking a little different lately... and there's a reason why 💜  At Goodstart Grafton, w...
14/09/2026

💜You may have noticed our posts looking a little different lately... and there's a reason why 💜

At Goodstart Grafton, we've been making a conscious shift towards sharing more of the learning, discoveries, environments and experiences that make our centre so special, without always showing children's faces. 💛

This change has encouraged us to think more intentionally about:

✨ protecting children's privacy and digital footprints�✨ celebrating the learning, not just the photograph�✨ capturing meaningful observations and children's voices�✨ giving children choice and respect in how their learning is shared�✨ showcasing the rich environments, experiences and provocations created by our educators

Being a little more "faceless" doesn't mean there's less happening at our centre—quite the opposite! 💜
It has inspired us to focus on the moments that matter most: the curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, friendships and achievements that unfold each day.
Through our observations, learning stories and documentation, families can continue to see the incredible growth and development taking place while helping us keep children's wellbeing and privacy at the heart of everything we do. 🩵💜
Because sometimes, you don't need to see a face to see the learning.
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💙 Child Protection Week 2026 💙This Child Protection Week, we join communities across Australia in recognising that every...
10/09/2026

💙 Child Protection Week 2026 💙
This Child Protection Week, we join communities across Australia in recognising that every child has the right to feel safe, supported, valued, and heard.
At Goodstart Grafton, we believe that protecting children is everyone's responsibility. By building strong relationships, listening to children's voices, and working in partnership with families, we can help create environments where children can thrive and reach their full potential.
Together, let's continue to champion the safety, wellbeing, and rights of every child, every day.

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/21x5zrC

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

🌟 EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH – LEAH! 🌟A huge congratulations to Leah on being named our Employee of the Month! 🥳💐Thank you, L...
07/09/2026

🌟 EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH – LEAH! 🌟

A huge congratulations to Leah on being named our Employee of the Month! 🥳💐

Thank you, Leah, for your ongoing hard work, dedication and commitment to your role. Your positive attitude, willingness to help and the care you show each day truly makes a difference to our team and our children. 💕✨

We appreciate everything you do and are so lucky to have you as part of our team!

Congratulations, Leah! You deserve it! 🏆💗

05/09/2026

💙 Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads and father figures in our Goodstart Grafton community! 💙

Whether you're a dad, stepdad, grandfather, foster dad, uncle, guardian, or someone who plays a special fatherly role in a child's life, today we celebrate you.💙💙

Thank you to everyone who was able to join us for our Father's Day Morning Tea. It was wonderful to see so many families come together and create special memories.💙💙

Our Goodstart Grafton dads and father figures are simply the best! We hope you all have a fantastic Father's Day filled with love, laughter, and precious time with your families. 💙💙

Happy Father's Day from all of us at Goodstart Grafton! 🌟💙💙

Happy Educators' Day to the incredible team at Goodstart Grafton! 🎉Today we celebrate each and every one of you for the ...
02/09/2026

Happy Educators' Day to the incredible team at Goodstart Grafton! 🎉

Today we celebrate each and every one of you for the care, commitment, and dedication you bring to our centre every day. Your hard work, passion, and love for early childhood education make a lasting impact on the children and families we support.

We are proud to have such an amazing team of educators and such wonderful families as part of our community. Thank you to the families who spoiled our team with some yummy goodies today. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!
Here's to the best educators and families around. We are so grateful for you all! 💛

Address

58 Duke Street
Grafton, NSW
2460

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

+61266433530

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