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Goodstart Box Hill - Canterbury Road

Goodstart Box Hill - Canterbury Road

We're welcoming and consistent, so you feel valued and included

We are located on the lands of the Wurundjeri people.

974 Canterbury Road, BOX HILL, 3128, VIC

6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
Open every weekday of the year, except public holidays

Nursery, Toddler, Kindergarten

Welcome to Goodstart Early Learning Box Hill - Canterbury Road.

At Goodstart Box Hill Canterbury Road, our centre is dedicated to providing a nurturing and educational environment for children from birth weeks to school aged.

We offer long daycare and kindergarten programs and our play-based learning programs are designed to promote:  

A child’s natural sense of enquiry
Literacy, numeracy and social skills
Creativity, problem solving and resilience

These are all critical skills needed for school and life. Quality play-based learning gives children hands-on exploration of the world around them.

If you're looking for early education and care for your family, we'll answer your questions below. Jump straight to the topic you need by selecting it, or keep scrolling to read them all.

Learn more about Goodstart Box Hill - Canterbury Road

We believe the quality of care, education, resources and educators is evident from the moment that you enter our doors. Our families often tell us how welcome they feel in our centre, and how excited they are to offer their children the opportunity to grow and learn as part of our play-based program.
Our Key educator relationships help children form secure attachments. Educators work closely with smaller groups and individual children to better understand each child. These relationships lead to improved outcomes for children as we foster more communication between families and educators.
Our purpose-built centre began operating with just four rooms back in the 1990's and was extended to include a further two rooms nearly eight years ago. Catering for children from birth to school age, we provide early education and Kindergarten to over two hundred families each week.
Outside, we have age-appropriate play spaces and equipment, all geared to enhance the children’s awareness of their surrounds and the greater environment, as well as their understanding of the importance of sustainability. We have three play areas with sandpits, veggie patches, cubbyhouse, fort, undercover deck and lots of shade and space to run!
We have a qualified cook who cooks fresh, healthy and nutritious meals for the children each day. The centre provides all meals during the day, including breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack. 
Yes we offer a state approved funded kindergarten program.
At Goodstart, we believe all children deserve the best possible start in life, and that includes access to high-quality early childhood education and care.

We offer:
Discounts on multiple days
All day sessions
Discounts on combined Before School and After School Care (applicable centres only)
Fee assistance programs for families
Families in our area comprise of many cultures and economic positions. Our centre works with other services in the region to meet the diverse needs of all families, and support children to find their own identity within their community. Through everyday conversations, our parent notice boards, pockets, information nights and e-mail communication, we share information about opportunities for support, resources and activities and networking.
Our Storypark platform, as well as regular family nights and emailed newsletters, enable us to stay in close contact with parents and families, ensuring open and clear communication. This also means we can tailor each program to the child’s individual needs, interests and strengths – as well as the strong level of cultural diversity in our centre.
Click here to book your tour or call our Family Services team to find out more on 1800 222 543

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As the Centre Director of Goodstart Box Hill, I bring over 13 years of experience within Goodstart, where I have built a strong and collaborative team of passionate educators committed to high-quality early learning.

With extensive experience as a Teacher, Senior Teacher, and in leadership roles including 2IC and Assistant Director, I lead with a focus on reflective practice, continuous improvement, and professional growth. My leadership approach supports a shared vision where educators feel empowered to contribute, learn, and grow together in a positive and inclusive environment.

I am deeply committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging space where children feel respected, valued, and supported to thrive. I strongly believe in building meaningful relationships and partnerships with families and the wider community, recognising that these connections are essential to supporting children’s learning and wellbeing.

Through a play-based and inquiry-led approach, I support educators in creating meaningful learning experiences that build on children’s interests, strengths, and cultural backgrounds. My passion for safeguarding children and fostering a sense of belonging underpins my vision of developing confident, capable learners who feel connected to their world.

I continue to advocate for children, families, and educators, leading positive change and ensuring the centre remains a welcoming and high-quality learning environment for all.

My name is Jingni, I am originally from China, worked in early childhood education since 2009 including 11 years with Goodstart Early Learning, hold a Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Teaching. 我叫Jingni，来自中国，自2009年起从事幼儿教育工作，其中在Goodstart Early Learning工作了11年，并持有幼儿教育研究生文凭。

Government Funded Kindergarten Program

At Box Hill - Canterbury Road, you and your child can enjoy the best of both worlds. Our early learning centre offers a Government-funded kindergarten program and long day care under the one roof. Our kindergarten teachers are University qualified and provide a play-based learning program that will support your child in learning the skills for school and life.

Fees and inclusions

Out-of-pocket cost with With CCS subsidy:

$100.30 $86.39 $72.49 $58.58 /day out-of-pocket*

Out-of-pocket cost with With CCS subsidy:

$91.94 $78.03 $64.13 $50.22 /day out-of-pocket*

Calculate your CCS subsidy

With multi-child discounts and government funded Kindergarten/Preschool in some states, out-of-pocket costs could be even less than you think!

The above fees are effective from 7 July 2025 and are based on a 10 hour session, for attendance between 2 and 4 days per week. 5 day bookings receive a generous discount per day. Note that different combinations of sessions times and number of days can increase or decrease the daily rate.

* Estimates are calculated based on CCS rates as of January 2026, for an activity level of 72 activity hours on a 10hr session and a 3 day booking.

Nappies
Storypark
Food provided
Qualified and dedicated early childhood carers and educators

Age appropriate toys, books and reading materials
Extra curricular activities
Age appropriate shaded playgrounds
Quiet, tranquil sleeping room in Nursery
Parking available
Breast feeding area
Sunscreen
Debit payment options
Reduced rate for multiple days per child per week
Qualified chef, Happy Feet Music, 3 and 4 year old programs, Excursions, incursions