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Conveniently located just off Brisbane Road, next door to the Racehorse Hotel and minutes from several local schools, Goodstart Booval provides a nurturing and inclusive early learning environment on Yuggera Country. Here, children are supported to learn, grow and develop through meaningful relationships, play-based learning and experiences that celebrate their strengths, interests and individuality. Our experienced educators create a strong sense of belonging, helping children build confidence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. Families value our welcoming community, longstanding team and genuine commitment to supporting every child to thrive.
Our five learning environments are thoughtfully designed to follow children's interests and encourage exploration through play. Children are supported by passionate educators who take the time to understand their individual learning journey and tailor experiences to help them succeed.
In our kindergarten program, children build the social, emotional and learning foundations that support a confident transition to school. We maintain strong connections with local schools, helping children feel familiar and prepared for their next step. Families also value our commitment to inclusion, with educators working closely alongside families and external support services to ensure every child feels safe, capable and supported.
Take a tour to experience our welcoming community and discover how Goodstart Booval supports children to learn, belong and flourish.


My name is Alicia and I am the Centre Director for Goodstart Early Learning Booval. I have been working in the childcare industry for over 19yrs, 15 of those years has been with Goodstart. I have been a Director for Goodstart for the past 14 years working in a number of Goodstart Centres. I hold my Advanced Diploma in Children’s Services.
I am a mother of 4; and my children are my world and remind me of why I chose to work in childcare so many years ago. I started my time in childcare as a Centre Float and worked my way up to a Centre Director role by the time I was 21yrs. During my time I have gained a lot of knowledge and experience and I apply that to my role ensuring I provide my families and children with the highest quality of care.
Working in childcare is not only my job but it is my passion, and it has continued to be my passion for the past 18yrs. I have not only grown as a person but as an educator, as the childcare industry has evolved, I have evolved with it to ensure I am providing the best outcome for our families and children. The first 5 years of a child’s life is the most important and for me to be a part of that is extremely rewarding. Every child is unique, and it is our role as educators to support and guide children as they grow and learn in their own way
I look forward to you becoming a part of our little community 😊

At Booval, 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.

At Booval, 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.

6:00am to 6:00pm, Monday to Friday

6:00am to 6:00pm, Monday to Friday