Goodstart Lower Plenty

We are located on the lands of the Wurundjeri willam peoples.

412 Main Road, Lower Plenty , 3093, VIC

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6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday

Open every weekday of the year, except public holidays

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About our centre

Welcome to Goodstart Early Learning Lower Plenty.

At Goodstart Lower Plenty, our centre is dedicated to providing a nurturing and educational environment for children from six 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.

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Learn more about Goodstart Lower Plenty

At Goodstart Lower Plenty we are passionate about play based learning as a cornerstone for children to be able to explore, experience, experiment and build strong foundations for children’s future development.
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.
Goodstart Lower Plenty Early Learning Centre is designed as a home-like, nature inspired environment, with dedicated indoor and outdoor learning facilities which caters to each age group.
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
Discounted shorter sessions
Discounts on combined Before School and After School Care (applicable centres only)
Fee assistance programs for families
Children need to feel safe and supported to learn and grow, so we promote key educator relationships between our educators and children. Your child will have at least one key educator who takes them under their wing and really gets to know them. We keep families informed with regular updates on their child's progress and we welcome family involvement in our centre events and activities.  
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Karen O'Donoghue

Centre Director

Hi, Karen (Kaz) and I am the director of Goodstart Lower Plenty.

I am new to the Goodstart Lower Plenty family, however I have been in the Early Childhood industry for just under 10 years. I hold a Bachelor in Early Childhood Education, and will have great joy in overseeing the educational program and care at Lower Plenty.

I have mainly worked in the Not for Profit space and have worked extensively with children from multicultural backgrounds in Melbourne’s Northern Suburbs. I also have worked mentoring educators and graduate teachers which is also a part of the role I love.

My Early Learning values:
I believe that children need to have a positive and joyful experience to set them up for lifelong learning. I champion play-based learning, inquiry, and supporting curiosity and wonder.

What I love about our community:
The people and the environment!
We are lucky to have so many longstanding staff members at Lower Plenty, who have cared for and educated the children at Lower Plenty over the years. They are friendly and welcoming!. Our outdoor space is wonderful, set on a large semi tree lined block.

A little more about me:
Originally from Ireland, I have lived in Australia for 23 years. I am married with 2 teenage children. I have lots of involvement in local sporting clubs as a volunteer. I enjoy travelling, baking and AFL football.

Why your child should spend the day with me (and the amazing team at Goodstart SUBURB):
At Goodstart Lower Plenty we strive to provide a safe, and fun environment that engages children, while building a sense of curiosity and wonder.

I look forward to welcoming you and your family to Lower Plenty!