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Kadie Cunningham, Assistant Director of Goodstart Kings Meadows, moved back for a better life.
Goodstart North Ryde
Welcome to Goodstart North Ryde!
We're a welcoming early learning centre located on the traditional lands of the Wallumedegal people. Our centre is known for its strong community engagement and a warm, supportive environment that fosters children’s growth and school readiness. With long-standing staff, a diverse community, and a focus on education, we provide a safe, nurturing space where every child can thrive. Families appreciate our commitment to safety, education, and inclusivity, making us the ideal place for your child’s early learning journey.
What makes our centre special:
- Long-standing staff with 3 educators having over 10 years of service
- One Bachelor-qualified teacher in each room, ensuring high-quality learning
- A diverse, multicultural environment with bilingual educators
- Community engagement through regular excursions and cultural events
- An 8-week learning cycle designed with the EYLF and NQS, promoting family input
- Safety as a top priority, with safety wardens and embedded practices
At Goodstart North Ryde, we emphasise providing an enriching and well-rounded educational experience. Our curriculum fosters academic growth, school readiness, and emotional development. With a high level of family involvement and a focus on safety, our centre stands out as a trusted place for your child’s early learning.
We offer a strong connection to the local community, with regular excursions to libraries, parks, museums, and nearby schools. Families love the peace of mind that comes with knowing their children are in safe hands, cared for by a dedicated team of professionals.
Book a tour today to see how our long-term educators and tailored programs create an ideal environment for your child’s development. Take a tour now and discover why families choose us for their child’s early learning needs!
Learn more about Goodstart North Ryde
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At Goodstart North Ryde, 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: 
- Holistic Development: Supporting cognitive, emotional, social, and physical growth through engaging and developmentally appropriate activities. 
- Family and Community Engagement: Building strong partnerships with families and the community to create a supportive network for each child. 
- Inclusive Environment: Celebrating diversity and ensuring that all children feel valued, respected, and included.
- 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. 
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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.  
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At our Goodstart North Ryde centre, we're proud to inspire your child's love of learning with the support of our passionate and qualified Early Childhood Teacher. Teachers with bachelor's degrees run our preschool program, so children can be well on their way to excellent learning outcomes by the time they start school. 
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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  
- Discounted shorter sessions  
- Fee assistance programs for families that need support
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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. 
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Click here to book your tour or call our Family Services team to find out more on 1800 222 543. 
Echo Li
Centre Director
Hello, My name is Echo, and I am the Centre Director at Goodstart North Ryde.
I am delighted to work with the children, families, and educators at Goodstart North Ryde. I hold a Master of Teaching (Birth to 5 years) from Western Sydney University and a Bachelor of Media from Macquarie University.
With over eight years of experience in the Early Childhood sector, I've had the privilege of working with children and families across all age groups. I am passionate about my job and dedicate significant time and energy to it. My teaching philosophy is deeply influenced by Jean Piaget's theory, which emphasizes that cognitive development involves constructing a mental model of the world, not just acquiring knowledge.
As a Centre Director and Early Childhood Teacher, I understand the profound and lasting impact of early years on children and families. I am honored to be part of this vital work.
At Goodstart North Ryde, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and inclusive environment for children and families from diverse cultural backgrounds. We cherish a love of learning in a welcoming setting that nurtures each child's unique personality.
My team and I look forward to meeting you and your family.
Structured Preschool Program
At North Ryde, 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.
Structured Preschool Program
At North Ryde, 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.
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