Goodstart Forest Lake - Forest Lake Boulevard

Welcome to Goodstart Forest Lake - Forest Lake Boulevard  

Welcome to Goodstart Forest Lake – Forest Lake Boulevard, where children explore, discover and grow through play in a natural, nurturing environment. Located on Yuggera and Turrbal land, our centre is set across two unique buildings surrounded by leafy outdoor spaces that invite curiosity and adventure. With deep community connections and a highly experienced team, we create a warm, familiar place where children feel safe, supported and ready to learn. Book a tour to experience our centre for yourself. 

What makes our centre special:

• Two unique learning environments – including a homely setting with original features and a purpose-built space 
• Expansive outdoor play areas – with seven playgrounds, natural shade andlemon,mandarinand pineapplefruitfor hands-on learning 
• Longstanding, experienced team – with over 160 years of combined experience and strong community ties 
• Strong school readiness program – building relationships with local schools and supporting confident transitions 
• Diverse, multicultural community – with bilingual educatorsspeakingCantonese, Chinese, Gujarati, Hindi, Mandarin, Portuguese, Punjabi, Vietnameseand Hungarian,supporting inclusive learning experiences 
• Nature-based learning opportunities – including gardening,sustainabilityand outdoor exploration 
• Convenient location – minutes from Richlands Train Station and directly across from Richlands Country Market 

Each day, children are encouraged to follow their interests through play-based learning aligned to the Early Years’ Learning Framework. Our environments are thoughtfully designed to support sensory exploration, creativity and independence, helping children build confidence and a love of learning. 

Our strong transition to school program supports children to feel ready and capable as they move into Prep. Through partnerships with local schools, children have opportunities to build familiarity, relationships and essential skills before they start their next chapter. 

We believe strong relationships are at the heart of great early learning. Our experienced leadership team and educators take the time to understand each child and family, creating a sense of belonging and trust from the very beginning. 

With large outdoor environments, a welcoming community and a team that truly knows the area, our centre offers a supportive and enriching start to your child’s learning journey. Take a tour today or book a tour to meet our team and see how we can support your child to thrive.