Goodstart Early Learning Centenary Heights

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.

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 💛

15/07/2026

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 👇

01/05/2026

We’re often asked what being not-for-profit really means for our families.

Simply put, it means that our purpose always comes before profit. Every dollar we make is reinvested back into our centres, to provide children with enriching and safe learning environments.

We understand how important it is for children to be in a place where they feel safe and settled. And when families need to make a change - planned or unexpected - we’re here to help make that transition easier.

We’re here to support families when it matters most – because every child deserves a Goodstart! ✨

13/04/2026

Today we recognise and celebrate an amazing educator Kylie who has dedicated 15 years to Goodstart Early Learning and recent years at Centenary Heights.💛

Your passion, commitment, and care have made a lasting impact on so many children, families, and colleagues over the years.

The love and support you bring each day truly make a difference, and our centre is a better place because of you.

Thank you for your loyalty, hard work, and the countless smiles you’ve helped create.

Here’s to 15 wonderful years and many more to come! 🌟

24/03/2026

Our team enjoyed a creative team-building session, working together to design and paint beautiful canvases 🎨

Activities like this strengthen collaboration, communication, and positivity within our centre all of which flow through to the care and education we provide every day.

20/03/2026

🌏✨ Happy Harmony Day! ✨🌏

Today we celebrated the beauty of diversity and the strength that comes from bringing people together.

Australia is home to people from all walks of life, cultures, and backgrounds and it’s our differences that make our communities richer, more vibrant, and more inclusive.

Let’s take a moment to appreciate one another, show kindness, and continue building a place where everyone feels they belong.

19/03/2026

EASTER HAMPER GIVEAWAY

To celebrate Easter, Goodstart Centenary Heights is giving away a family Easter hamper filled with delicious treats.
We love being part of the community and are excited to share a little Easter joy with local families.
Local families - feel free to tag your friends in the area so they don't miss out!
HOW TO ENTER
- Like this post
+ Follow our page
Tag a friend in the comments to enter - each tag = an
extra entry!
The winner must live in the local community and may be asked to provide proof of address when collecting the prize.
The Winner will be contacted by Thursday 2nd April 2026.
• Prize can be collected from the centre prior to Easter
Good luck and Happy Easter!

18/03/2026