Goodstart Early Learning Whyalla

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Welcome to the Goodstart Whyalla 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 inapp

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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.

17/08/2026

Looking for your next opportunity in early learning? We're currently welcoming applications for both a Full-Time Diploma Qualified Educator and a Casual Educator to join our experienced and passionate team. 💛

Why Goodstart Whyalla?
We’re a 75-place centre with four dedicated learning environments and beautiful views across Whyalla and its surrounds – including a glimpse of the ocean!

But what really makes our centre special is our people. Many of our educators have been with us since the centre opened, creating a close-knit, supportive team with strong connections to our local community and families.

When you join Goodstart, you’ll enjoy:
💰 At least 5% above the award rate
👶 50% discount on childcare gap fees
💛 Up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
📚 Paid professional development
🌿 Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave each year

Whether you’re looking for the stability of a full-time role or the flexibility of casual work, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Don’t miss this opportunity to become part of our long-standing Goodstart Whyalla team. Apply today!

https://careers.goodstart.org.au/search/?searchby=location&createNewAlert=false&q=&locationsearch=whyalla&geolocation=&optionsFacetsDD_shifttype=&optionsFacetsDD_customfield1=

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 💛

Have you used the CaFHS online booking system? We'd love your feedback! Complete our short 5-minute survey and help us i...
28/07/2026

Have you used the CaFHS online booking system? We'd love your feedback! Complete our short 5-minute survey and help us improve CaFHS services and the online booking experience for families in Goodstart Early Learning centres. The survey is anonymous and closes on 21 August 2026.

Complete the survey here: https://brnw.ch/21x4tt0

How stunning are these flowers. Thankyou so much, the are very much appreciated xx
17/07/2026

How stunning are these flowers. Thankyou so much, the are very much appreciated xx

The research is clear 📚 reading aloud is one of the most powerful things we can do for our children. When we read with a...
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 👇

10/07/2026

Today we finished off our NAIDOC celebrations with a whole centre March Lead by our very own Aboriginal Elder Donna!

Donna is a a proud descendent and Elder of the Kakatha Aboriginal Culture, with ties to the Deiri and Arabanna. She proudly represents her culture and Heritage through her artworks, personality and even her socks! Donna went above and beyond today with activities and experinces tying play and fun into teaching the children about culture, community and connection to the lands

Face painting, dot painting, didgeridoo designing, boomerang colouring in, Streamers the colours of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags, a whole centre Acknoweldgment, March and Dance Party, what a way to send of NAIDOC week 2026.

On Behalf of all the educators we would like to say a huge thankyou to Donna for all she does teaching not only all the children but the educators the importance of connection, culture and community to our Goodstart Whyalla Family.

Donna Larkins

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46-48 Beerworth Avenue
Whyalla, SA
5600

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

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1800 222 543

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