Goodstart Early Learning Kangaroo Flat is located at 17A Church Street, Kangaroo Flat. We are close to local schools and shops as well as transport routes and community facilities.

Our Centre is on Djar Djar Wurrung land, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging.

We are a team of passionate, caring, and talented Educators who pride ourselves on implementing engaging and holistic programs that meet the needs and interests of all children in our care.

Our Centre has four learning environments which have been named after Australian plants our local Djar Djar Wurrung language; Murna, Wurrak, Duwin, and Mutjang. We provide Early Learning for children aged six weeks to six years including 3- and 4-year-old funded Kindergarten Programs.

All educators are experienced with a mix of Bachelor qualified teachers, Diploma of Children’s Services and Certificate III in Children’s Services qualified, to care for and educate up to 75 children per day.

Our StoryPark platform enables us to stay in close contact with parents and families, ensuring open and clear communication. This also means we can tailor each program to the child’s individual needs, interests and strengths – as well as the strong level of cultural diversity in our centre.

Our qualified cook prepares meals and snacks, and all menus have been assessed against the Healthy Together Victoria guidelines. Our cook provides a four-week rotating menu that includes morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and a late snack. We also offer the children food at several different points throughout the day, and they have access to fruit bowls in all the rooms.

We are passionate about providing a safe and welcoming space for children to learn and thrive.

Vision: “Children learn best at their own pace and in their own way”

Philosophy: “We believe in the power of connection. Connection to people and connection to the land. We want you to feel worthy of love, belonging, and joy. With natural, engaging environments and open hearts, we empower children to take confident leaps in their journey to independence”

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Welcome to Goodstart Kangaroo Flat. My name is Belinda Dixon, and I’m proud to lead our dedicated and passionate team here on Dja Dja Wurrung Country.

With over 12 years of experience in early childhood education, my focus is on building strong, emotionally safe relationships with children, families, and educators. I believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels nurtured, included, and valued - especially within a community that faces unique challenges and strengths.

My Background:
I began my career in Education in 2009, when I commenced my Bachelor of Education (Primary/Secondary), majoring in English Literature. I completed my degree at the end of 2012 and moved into my first professional role as a Teacher and Librarian in Northern Queensland.

In 2014, I relocated to the Gold Coast and took on a role as a Kindergarten Teacher — an experience that sparked my deep passion for Early Childhood Education. Wanting to grow further in this field, I completed my Diploma of Early Childhood Education, which strengthened my commitment to high‑quality early learning.

After returning to Bendigo, I worked as a Kindergarten Teacher at Goodstart Flora Hill, before progressing into an Educational Leader role. In 2018, I moved across to Goodstart Kangaroo Flat as Assistant Director, where I supported curriculum, relationships, and Centre operations.

In 2021, I proudly stepped into the role of Centre Director, where I continue to lead our amazing team with a strong focus on emotional safety, high expectations, cultural responsiveness, and “clear but kind” leadership.

My Philosophy
I believe wholeheartedly in:
-trauma‑informed practice
-cultural safety
-clear but kind leadership
-creating a centre where children and families feel genuinely welcome and held
-high expectations and accountability paired with compassion
-Every child deserves to learn in a space where they feel calm, capable, and connected.

What I Love About Goodstart Kangaroo Flat:
Our Centre is a place of warmth, resilience, and community.
Families are greeted with kindness, and children are met exactly where they are. Our team is deeply committed to supporting children who may need extra emotional support, consistency, or regulation strategies — and we do so with patience and heart. We value cultural celebrations, strong connections, and ongoing growth through frameworks like the RAP and the Three to Five Outcomes Framework.

My Commitment to You:
My door is always open. I am here to listen, support, and partner with you to ensure your child experiences a safe, joyful, and enriching early learning journey. Come and say hi! I look forward to welcoming you into our Centre.

Please feel free to reach out or better yet, book a tour so you can see firsthand the calm, nurturing environment our team has created for your children.

Government Funded Kindergarten Program

At Kangaroo Flat, you and your child can enjoy the best of both worlds. Our early learning centre offers a Government-funded 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.

Fees and inclusions

Out-of-pocket cost with With CCS subsidy:

$80.98 $67.07 $53.17 $39.26 /day out-of-pocket*

Out-of-pocket cost with With CCS subsidy:

$72.63 $58.72 $44.82 $30.91 /day out-of-pocket*

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With multi-child discounts and government funded Kindergarten/Preschool in some states, out-of-pocket costs could be even less than you think!

The above fees are effective from 7 July 2025 and are based on a 10 hour session, for attendance between 2 and 4 days per week. 5 day bookings receive a generous discount per day. Note that different combinations of sessions times and number of days can increase or decrease the daily rate.

* Estimates are calculated based on CCS rates as of January 2026, for an activity level of 72 activity hours on a 10hr session and a 3 day booking.

Nappies
Storypark
Food provided
Qualified and dedicated early childhood carers and educators

Age appropriate toys, books and reading materials
Extra curricular activities
Age appropriate shaded playgrounds
Quiet, tranquil sleeping room in Nursery
Parking available
Breast feeding area
Sunscreen
Debit payment options
Reduced rate for multiple days per child per week
Shaded spacious playgrounds
Play based learning experiences incorporating natural and recycled products

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Government Funded Kindergarten Program

At Kangaroo Flat, you and your child can enjoy the best of both worlds. Our early learning centre offers a Government-funded 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.