Goodstart Ashfield

Quality Childcare and Early Learning in Ashfield

Welcome to Goodstart Ashfield, an Exceeding-rated early learning and childcare centre located on Wangal Country and situated within the grounds of Ashfield Public School. Conveniently located just a three-minute walk from Ashfield Train Station and close to local bus services and Ashfield Mall, our centre provides a high-quality early learning experience in the heart of the community.

At Goodstart Ashfield, children are supported by a team of experienced and dedicated educators who are passionate about helping every child thrive. Our nurturing and inclusive environment fosters a strong sense of belonging, encourages curiosity and creativity, and empowers children to build confidence, independence and meaningful relationships through play-based learning.

Our long-standing team is committed to providing exceptional outcomes for children and families, creating a welcoming community where diversity is celebrated and every child is supported to reach their full potential.

Why families choose Goodstart Ashfield

• Exceeding National Quality Standard rating
  Recognised for delivering excellence in early childhood education and care, providing families with confidence in the quality, safety and educational outcomes of our programs.
• Highly experienced and stable teaching team
  Every educator at our centre brings a minimum of five years' experience in early childhood education, with some team members having served the Ashfield community for more than two decades.
• Three Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers
  Providing expert educational leadership and evidence-based learning programs that support children's development, wellbeing, school readiness and lifelong learning.
• Unique location within Ashfield Public School - Our close partnership with the school supports children's confidence and familiarity with the school environment, promoting a positive and successful transition to primary education.
• A proudly multicultural and inclusive community -Our diverse team reflects the families we serve, with educators speaking Arabic, Bengali, Chinese, Hindi, Mandarin, Italian, Spanish, Khmer, Nepalese and Tagalog, helping children and families feel welcomed, respected and connected.
• Strong Key Educator relationships
  Consistent and meaningful educator-child relationships support emotional wellbeing, security, confidence and a strong sense of belonging.
• Expansive outdoor learning environments - Purposefully designed outdoor spaces encourage exploration, physical development, nature-based learning, creativity and collaborative play.
• Rich learning experiences and community engagement - Children participate in STEM learning, First Nations cultural experiences, body safety education, sustainability initiatives and regular visits to the Ashfield Public School library, strengthening connections with their local community.

Learning Through Play

Our educational programs are guided by the Early Years Learning Framework and delivered through a child-centred, play-based approach. Learning experiences are thoughtfully designed around each child's strengths, interests, cultural background and developmental needs, ensuring every child experience success and a genuine sense of achievement.

Our Birth to Three Space learning environments support children from birth to three years, while our preschool program for children aged three to six years develops the skills, confidence and resilience needed for a successful transition to school.

At Goodstart Ashfield, we believe that strong relationships are the foundation of quality education. We work in partnership with families, local schools and community organisations to create meaningful learning opportunities and support children's ongoing development.

We are also proud to support eligible families through the Increasing Access to Participation Program (IAPP), helping ensure more children can benefit from high-quality early childhood education and care.

Join our Little Community

We invite you to experience the Goodstart Ashfield difference. Take a tour of our learning environments, meet our experienced educators and discover how our inclusive, play-based programs support children to learn, grow and thrive.

Book a centre tour today and see why families choose Goodstart Ashfield for exceptional early learning, quality care and a strong foundation for future success.