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Goodstart Kirwan - Burnda Street

Welcoming centre with dynamic play-based learning

Seamless school transition and experienced educators.

14-20 Burnda Street, KIRWAN, 4817, QLD
6:00am to 6:00pm, Monday to Friday
Open every weekday of the year, except public holidays
Nursery, Toddler, Kindergarten

Welcome to Goodstart Kirwan - Burnda Street!

We're located on Wulgurukaba and Bindal country. Nestled on Burnda Street, just off Thuringowa Drive, our centre is close to shops and Kirwan Primary and High Schools. It offers high-quality care in a spacious, well-resourced setting.  

We have eight rooms across three buildings, each with an age-appropriate playground, allowing children to play and learn in tailored outdoor environments from nursery to kindergarten.  

Our warm, experienced team builds strong community connections and is always tour-ready – book here or feel free to drop in anytime. 

Why families choose Goodstart Kirwan – Burnda Street:

  • Eight rooms with separate age-based playgrounds
  • Strong relationships with local schools for seamless transitions
  • Educators with 17–30+ years of experience
  • Open-door policy: we welcome spontaneous tours
  • An inclusive environment for multicultural and First Nations families
  • Convenient location near schools, GPs, and Willows Shopping Centre
  • Dedicated bachelor’s degree-qualified early childhood teacher on-site

Families value our strong communication, trusted educators, and vibrant community spirit.  

Our bilingual educators, who come from First Nations and Sri Lankan backgrounds, help our multicultural families feel at home and enrich the experience of all children. 

We support working families, including many teachers, medical staff, and Defence members, with flexible programs tailored to their needs.  

Children thrive in our nurturing environment where consistency and connection are key.  

With close ties to Kirwan Primary School, we help children transition smoothly into their next stage.  

Book a tour, drop in anytime, or give us a call – we’d love to show you around and welcome your family. 

Learn more about Goodstart Kirwan – Burnda Street

  • At Goodstart Kirwan – Burnda Street, our philosophy centres around the belief that every child is a unique individual with their own interests and strengths. We embrace a play-based learning approach that nurtures curiosity and creativity, allowing children to explore their world in meaningful ways.  

    We prioritise:  

    1. Holistic Development: Supporting cognitive, emotional, social, and physical growth through engaging and developmentally appropriate activities. 
    2. Family and Community Engagement: Building strong partnerships with families and the community to create a supportive network for each child. 
    3. Inclusive Environment: Celebrating diversity and ensuring that all children feel valued, respected, and included. 
    4. Lifelong Learning: Instilling a love of learning by encouraging exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking. 

    Through our philosophy, we aim to create a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive and become confident, capable learners.  

  • 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 educator (their key educator) who takes them under their wing and really gets to know them.  

    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.  

    We inform families regularly about their child's progress and welcome family involvement in our centre events and activities.   

  • At our Goodstart Kirwan – Burnda Street centre, we're proud to inspire your child's love of learning with the support of our passionate and qualified early childhood experts. Teachers with bachelor's degrees run our kindergarten program, so children can be well on their way to excellent learning outcomes by the time they start school.  

  • At Goodstart, we believe all children deserve the best possible start in life, which includes access to high-quality early childhood education and care. We offer:   

    • Discounts on multiple days  
    • All day sessions  
    • Fee assistance programs for families that need support
  • We work closely with parents to ensure the individual needs, interests and strengths of children are considered, and our learning goals reflect them. Using Storypark, a wonderful communication platform, we stay in close touch with families and ensure you're well informed about your child's development and achievements.  

  • Click here to book your tour or call our Family Services team to find out more on 1800 222 543.  

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Taryn Kristjansson

Centre Director
Hi, I’m Taryn Kristjansson, and I’m the Centre Director here at Goodstart Early Learning Kirwan – Burnda Street.

Welcome to Goodstart Early Learning Kirwan – Burnda Street!

I have been Centre Director since May 2026. I hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care and am currently studying towards my Bachelor of Primary Education. I am passionate about leading a strong team and creating an environment where children, families and educators feel supported, respected and valued.

I believe children should always be at the heart of everything we do. Child safety is my number one priority, and as a leader, I am committed to creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels secure, confident and empowered to learn and grow.

I love the strong connections we build with our families and the wider community. I believe open communication, trust and genuine relationships are key to creating a positive centre experience.

Outside of the centre, I enjoy spending time with my partner and our two children, I was absolutely born to be a Mama.

As Centre Director, I am committed to leading a team that puts children first. Together, we strive to provide high-quality care and learning in a safe, welcoming environment where every child can thrive.
I look forward to welcoming you and your family!
 

Structured Kindergarten Program

At Kirwan - Burnda Street, you and your child can enjoy the best of both worlds. Our centre offers a 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.

Structured Kindergarten Program

At Kirwan - Burnda Street, you and your child can enjoy the best of both worlds. Our centre offers a 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.

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