Goodstart Early Learning Orange - Kite Street

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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05/10/2026

03/10/2026

Yesterday saw another busy day of the ECA conference for Krissie and Sarah. Sessions they attended were:

Slow pedagogy and ancient wisdom by Claire Warden.

Teachers Pedagogy Flash Presentations
Teacher agency in early childhood: meanings, enactment and influencing conditions by Shuo Liu, by Goodstarts Krystle Peace, Holding risk with care, bravery and purpose in ECEC pedagogy in practice by Nerieda Juarez Chavez

Emotional regulation for educators: Neuroscience, practice and professional bravery by Daisy Ramsden

Rethinking physical development, risk and agency in infants spaces by Nellie Hodda

Play school at 60: Championing children here and now in children’s media by Laura Stone, Kate Highfield and Bryson Hall

Reimagining documentation through a child safe lens for stronger programming and planning by Renae Karayannis and Rebecca Waingold

Expanding the conversation about risk taking and courage in ECEC by Mandy Cooke

Over the coming weeks Krissie and Sarah will share their knowledge with the educators and families to improve practices and knowledge for better outcomes for the children.

02/10/2026

A busy inspiring day two at the ECA conference. Krissie and Sarah separated to attend as many sessions as possible. These included:

Inclusion as a Radical Act: Rethinking children’s behaviour and our role in the system by Goodstarts own Professor Catherine Neilson-Hewitt

Children as active stakeholders: Reframing behaviours, inclusion and operational decision making in early childhood education by Catherine Neilson-Hewitt and Amy Shine

Protecting children and interception: Teaching children about their body signals by Christine Keeble

Bringing maths to life: Building educators capacity and overcoming barriers to practice by Jo Grimmond

Where learning is felt: Regulation, relationship and presence by Amanda McCabe and Kelly Hanson

Advancing equity, early intervention and inclusion for all children through purposeful collaboration by Jean Villavorta and Lana Quinn

More than mealtimes: the best practice guide for food environmental in ECEC by Ross Sambell and Katie Dix

AI for the early years by Suzy Edwards, Michael Henderson, Jane Page and Kelly Humphrey.

When educators need a circle of security too by Melissa Dan and Rebecca Waingold

Peace education in early childhood by Andrea Del Rio and Samantha Gould

Risky Play Flash Presentations by Hanif Janeripour and Trish Osgood

Preserving core values and promoting democratic participation in early years by Angie Zerella and Anne Kennedy

01/10/2026

Our Centre Director Krissie and Assistant Director Sarah are in Melbourne this week to attend the Early Childhood Australia Conference. They will attend many presentations over the next couple of days to gain valuable knowledge and fresh ideas to bring back to Kite St.

The first full day saw them attend:

From critical reflection to action: Practical tools for high quality teaching. Presented by Goodstarts own Karen Daniels and Sarah Wronski.

Intercultural ways in practice: Building social cohesion through community connection by Jessica Staines.

Holding children’s truths, creating inclusive futures: Children’s perspectives of disability and belonging by Kathy Cologon and Finbar Moynihan

Consultation as core curriculum practices: Children as active partners by Rod Soper

Girls can boys can: Truth telling and preventing gender based violence by Kahila Preece and Zeke Sitas

Designing regulated systems: What early years can learn from Indigenous relational frameworks by Jaeden William-Briggs

23/09/2026

Creating a safe sleep environment is one of the many ways we care for children each day. From following safe sleep practices and using approved cots, to completing visual checks every 5 minutes, our educators take every step to help children rest safely and comfortably.

We also work closely with families to understand each child's individual sleep routine, because feeling safe, settled and well-rested helps children learn, grow and thrive.

💜 Safe sleep is everyone's responsibility, and it's always a priority.

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/21x5zoF

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

06/09/2026

Happy Father’s Day! Today we get to celebrate all the dads, pops, uncles and the special men in our lives that support and guide us like a dad does. Thank you for everything you do 💕

02/09/2026

Happy Early Childhood Educators Day!
To all the incredible educators guiding little minds and hearts — thank you for everything you do. Your impact is powerful, your care is important, and your work truly matters.

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.