Goodstart Early Learning Warwick - Percy Street

22/12/2025

🌼 Goodstart Warwick – Percy St, Is Now Closed 🌼

After many years of caring for and educating little ones in our community, we share with sadness that this Early Learning Centre has now closed permanently.

To continue receiving helpful educational tips, early learning updates and family resources, we invite you to follow our
Goodstart Early Learning national page to stay connected.
https://www.facebook.com/goodstartel

We have over 700 early learning centres across Australia. For enrolment support at another Goodstart centre, call 1800 222 543 or to learn more, please visit our website. https://www.goodstart.org.au

Thank you for being part of our journey. 💛

Please note: This page will be removed from Facebook in one week.

21/11/2025

Helping Little Ones Follow Directions ✨👂

Use Simple Language:
Short, clear instructions are easier to follow.

Break It Down:
Give one step at a time.

Add Visual Cues:
Use gestures or pictures to show what to do.

Model Actions:
Show them how to do it first.

Celebrate Success:
Praise or reward when they follow directions.

Play Listening Games:
Fun games like "Simon Says" build listening skills.

Incorporate Songs:
Songs with actions make learning fun.

Use First/Then Statements:
"First clean up, then we’ll play."

Repeat Instructions:
Say it again calmly if needed.

Use Positive Phrasing:
Focus on what to do, not what not to do.

Practice During Routines:
Reinforce directions during daily tasks.

Create a Visual Schedule:
Use pictures to show what’s next.

Use Gestures:
Point or act it out to clarify.

Incorporate Storytelling:
Make directions part of a fun story.

Use a Timer:
Turn tasks into a timed game.

Encourage Turn-Taking:
Teach patience and listening with turns.

Pair Directions with Fun Props:
Use toys or puppets to engage them.

Limit Distractions:
Reduce noise or clutter to help focus.

Be Consistent:
Use the same phrases and routines.

Use Visual Rewards:
Stickers or badges motivate and reinforce.

21/11/2025

A Fond Farewell from Goodstart Warwick – Percy St 💛

After many wonderful years of laughter, learning and memories, it is with heavy hearts that we announce Goodstart Warwick – Percy St will be closing permanently on December 19th.

For many years, this centre has been a place where children have grown, discovered, and flourished, supported by an incredible team of educators and embraced by families who have become part of our extended community. We have shared milestones, celebrations and countless little moments that will forever hold a special place in our hearts.

We want to sincerely thank every family, child and staff member who has been part of our journey. Your trust, smiles, and stories have made this centre what it is, and we are grateful beyond words.

Though our doors are closing, the memories, friendships, and impact of Goodstart Warwick will live on in the hearts of all who passed through them.

Thank you for letting us be a part of your children’s early learning journeys. 💛

With love and gratitude,

Esme and
The Goodstart Warwick – Percy St Team

03/11/2025

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08/10/2025

Help us turn Percy St Pink tomorrow in support of breast cancer awareness, 💖🥰💕

08/10/2025

Preparing children for school is about more than learning numbers and letters 🧠 It's about building the skills and confidence to take on challenges, big and small.

One of the most powerful of these is resilience – the ability to bounce back, adapt, and keep trying when things don't go to plan.

Resilience is not only crucial for the early years; it's a skill children will carry with them into primary school, secondary school, and throughout their lives.

Our programs encourage children to:
🍎 Have a go – taking safe risks and trying again helps build resilience and confidence.
🍎 Think critically – learning how to question, problem-solve and explore.
🍎 Be active learners – engaging all their senses and staying curious.
🍎 Use imagination and creativity – developing new ideas and possibilities.
🍎 Consolidate in depth – taking time to practice, reflect, and build on what they've learnt.

By nurturing these characteristics of effective learning, we help children develop persistence, resilience, and a love of learning that carries them into school and beyond. 💛

👉 Do you want to learn more about how you can support your child's resilience at home? Check out this article: https://brnw.ch/21wWr2t

03/10/2025

Help us turn Percy St Pink on Wednesday the 8th to raise awareness of breast cancer 🎀💝

01/10/2025

Goodstart Percy St will be observing the public holiday on Monday the 6th October, happy long weekend everyone 🥰