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Live and work where you holiday as a Goodstart educator in Cairns
Sara Thao shares all about her life and thriving early learning career in Regional QLD.
Welcome to Our Beautiful New Child Care Centre!
We’re delighted to share that our brand-new centre is officially open and ready to welcome your family!
Caring for up to 121 children, our centre features eight thoughtfully designed playrooms tailored to different age groups, along with a spacious outdoor playground built to inspire fun, learning, and discovery. For your convenience, we’ve included safe and easy drop-off and pick-up zones to make your mornings and evenings effortless.
Open from 6:30am to 6:30pm, 52 weeks a year (excluding public holidays), we offer high-quality care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Our dedicated Preschool Program, led by tertiary-qualified early learning teachers, helps children aged 3 to 5 prepare for a confident start to school.
Conveniently located in Elara, directly opposite Northbourne Public School, we’re excited to join the community and look forward to welcoming you soon.
Book a tour today and discover how we create a warm, nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive!
With over 25 years of experience in the early childhood education industry, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my role as Centre Director. Holding a Bachelor of Teaching specializing in the developmental years from birth to 8 years old, I am deeply committed to providing exceptional care and education for children of all ages.
Since joining Goodstart in 2014, I have dedicated the past decade to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment Central to my philosophy is the belief that strong connections and relationships form the bedrock of children's growth and well-being. I am proud to lead a team of dedicated professionals who share my passion for creating a safe, secure, and positive space for every child in our care.
As Centre Director, I am committed to offering a tailored and inclusive program that respects each child as an individual. I prioritize safety while also encouraging curiosity and exploration, guided by attachment theory and a deep understanding of the importance of relationships in early childhood development.
Drawing on my own experience as a parent of four, I empathize with the challenges and concerns that families may face when choosing childcare. I consider it a privilege to be entrusted with the care and education of children, and I am always available to listen to the stories and experiences of both families and children.
I am excited to embark on this journey with you and your family, and I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to meet you all soon. Together, we can create a nurturing and supportive environment where every child can thrive and flourish.
At Elara - Blackstone Street, you and your child can enjoy the best of both worlds. Our centre offers a preschool program and long day care under the one roof. Our preschool 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 Elara - Blackstone Street, you and your child can enjoy the best of both worlds. Our centre offers a preschool program and long day care under the one roof. Our preschool 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 6:00pm, Monday to Friday
7:00am to 6:00pm, Monday to Friday
7:00am to 6:00pm, Monday to Friday