Goodstart Early Learning Blackburn - Springfield Road

Goodstart Early Learning Blackburn - Springfield Road We’re for children, not for profit. So we reinvest in early learning to create better lives. See less

Goodstart Early Learning acknowledges all Traditional Owners across Australia and recognises all First Nations peoples continued cultural and spiritual connection to the land, sky and waterways that surround us. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

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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:
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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
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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 💛

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 👇

23/06/2026

As part of our centre philosophy update the children were able to participate & tell us what their thoughts are.

Children’s voices are important in an Early Learning Centre’s philosophy because they recognize children as active participants in their own learning, rather than passive recipients of adult instruction. 
 
When our educators listen to and value children’s ideas, interests, opinions, and perspectives, we are able to create an environment where children feel respected, capable, and empowered.
 
The key reasons why children’s voices are important include:
• Promoting a sense of belonging and identity: When children are heard, they develop confidence, self-worth, and a stronger sense of who they are within the learning community.

• Supporting meaningful learning: Children’s interests, questions, and experiences can guide curriculum planning, making learning more engaging, relevant, and responsive to their needs.

• Encouraging agency and independence: Providing opportunities for children to make choices and contribute to decisions helps them develop problem-solving skills, responsibility, and autonomy.

• Building respectful relationships: Listening to children fosters trust and mutual respect between educators, children, and families.

• Supporting children’s rights: Recognizing children’s voices aligns with the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, which states that children have the right to express their views and have those views considered in matters that affect them.

• Enhancing inclusion and diversity: Valuing children’s perspectives helps ensure that different backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and experiences are acknowledged and respected.

In an Early Learning Centre such as ours, we feel that a philosophy that prioritizes children’s voices demonstrates a commitment to child-centred practice, collaborative learning, and continuous reflection. It helps us to create a learning environment where children are seen as competent, capable learners whose contributions shape the direction and quality of their own educational programs.

20/06/2026

Aarti our cook introduced our Winter menu this month & the feedback from the children has been fantastic!

There have been a lot of requests for second & third serves & not a lot of wastage!

Thank-you Aarti for providing nutritious meals for our children!

19/06/2026

We know returning to work after maternity leave can be a daunting process. At our centre we make it our mission to support the whole family through this process not just the children. Our team is always available to talk about any questions you have.

Looking forward to seeing you soon!

18/06/2026

As an extension to our 3 year old Kinder children’s learning about the lifecycle of cress seeds and the characteristics of living things. This week they explored the different types of seeds found in different fruits.

The children were introduced to the concept that plants begin as small seeds and then grow into a plant that produce flowers and fruit, developing an understanding of how living things will grow and change over time.

The children reviewed the basic needs of plants, including water, soil, sunlight and air. Then using magnifying glasses, the children closely examined the seeds inside a range of fruits, encouraging curiosity, observation and investigation skills. They were invited to describe what they noticed, using language to compare the size, shape, colour and texture of different seeds.

This learning activity supports the children’s developing vocabulary, communication skills and confidence in sharing ideas with others.

28/05/2026

We are so excited to be welcoming everyone to our 3 year old & 4 year old Kinder information night tonight.

25/05/2026

The children absolutely loved the Red Lentils with Rice that was on the menu for today.

When developing a menu Aarti takes the children’s requests as well as their individual nutrition requirements into consideration, meaning that she can create meals that all of the children love to try.

Our Kinder Information Night is coming up on Thursday 28th May, from 6pm to 7pm at Blackburn Springfield Road in our Kin...
21/05/2026

Our Kinder Information Night is coming up on Thursday 28th May, from 6pm to 7pm at Blackburn Springfield Road in our Kinder 1 room!

This is a great opportunity to come and explore what makes our Kinder program so special. You’ll get to meet our passionate teachers Radhika & Sheila, take a look around our learning spaces, and hear all about how we support children’s development through play-based, engaging learning experiences.

Whether you’re just starting to look at Kinder options for 2027 or already know about the Kinder program, we’d love for you to join us, ask questions, and get a real feel for the warm, welcoming environment we’ve created in our Kinder space.

Please RSVP by Tuesday 26th May either via DM, comment below or calling the office on (03) 8864 4551 so we can make sure everything is ready to welcome you!

We’re really looking forward to seeing you there! 😊

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286 Middleborough Road
Blackburn
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