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Welcome to Goodstart Ferntree Gully, where children are supported to grow with confidence through play, exploration and meaningful relationships. Located on Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country and close to local schools, parks and community hubs, our centre offers a calm, nature-inspired environment where children feel a strong sense of belonging. With a stable team of experienced educators and rich learning opportunities, children build independence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. Book a tour to see how your child can thrive with us.
What makes our centre special:
Each day, children engage in play-based learning experiences guided by the Early Years’ Learning Framework and their individual interests. Educators intentionally support literacy, numeracy and social development through everyday moments, helping children build confidence and positive relationships.
Our experienced team creates a warm, welcoming environment where children feel safe to explore and take risks in their learning. With many educators having been part of the centre for more than eight years, children benefit from consistent care and strong, trusting connections.
Our Kindergarten program is led by a Bachelor and Masters qualified teacher who brings deep knowledge and experience to support each child’s learning journey. Through intentional teaching and play-based experiences, children are supported to feel confident, capable and ready for school.
We value strong partnerships with families and actively seek and welcome feedback. This ongoing collaboration helps us continuously improve our programs and ensures each child’s experience reflects the needs and aspirations of their family.
Children enjoy a wide range of engaging incursions throughout the year, including science programs, cultural celebrations, animal experiences and creative arts. These experiences enrich learning, spark curiosity and connect children to the world around them.
Our thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor environments encourage children to move freely between spaces, supporting independence, creativity and physical development. Separate outdoor areas for different age groups ensure safe, age-appropriate exploration for every child.
Take a tour today or book a tour to meet our team, explore our learning spaces and discover how we support children to feel confident, capable and ready for their next step.
Thank you so much to everyone for the care, patience and love you've all shown throughout our sons stay at Goodstart. He has learned and grown and build such happy memories.
We have always loved this centre and will happily continue here for our third child. Thank you for taking such good care of our two boys!
My heartfelt thanks for the wonderful care and support. Thank you for being such a wonderful important part means so much to know they have been in such a loving environment.
I hold a Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care as well as have done my Bachelor’s in Commerce – Accounting & Finance. I have around 8 year’s experience in the childcare sector and 5+ year’s experience in the Accounting and Business Development roles. I have a keen interest in the impact of high-quality early childhood education in supporting children in their lifelong learning journey.
My early learning values:
Coming from an Indian heritage and being part of the multicultural community in Melbourne, I celebrate the uniqueness and diversity that makes each and every one of us so special. I love to bring cultural awareness to our centre and enjoy being able to celebrate all cultural celebrations.
I believe that fostering each child’s individuality is what strengthens their identity and emotional wellbeing. Children has an infinite potential to excel if given the right opportunities and our role in Early Childhood Education is pivotal to their success.
A little more about me:
As a Centre Director, I have an instrumental role in leading and empowering my team.
My personal goal is to support each educator with the professional knowledge and skills so that they can excel in their vital role that they have in supporting each child to reach their highest potential.
When I’m not in the centre, you’ll find me experimenting and cooking different food, trying my hands on painting or spending time with my family.
Why your child should spend the day with me and the amazing team at Goodstart Ferntree Gully:
At Goodstart Ferntree Gully we strive to provide a safe, peaceful, and natural environment that engages children's five senses, provoking wonder, curiosity, and intellectual engagement.
I look forward to welcoming you and your family to our centre! Come and explore how we can support you and your child on their pathway to lifelong learning and success.
At Ferntree Gully, 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.
At Ferntree Gully, 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.
7:00am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
6:45am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
