Goodstart Port Kennedy

Quality Childcare and Early Learning in Port Kennedy

Located on Boodja, Goodstart Port Kennedy is a welcoming and multicultural childcare and early learning centre where children are supported to feel secure, included and confident to explore. We're conveniently located directly opposite Rockingham Lakes Primary School, four minutes from Warnbro Shopping Centre and around 10 minutes from the Kwinana Freeway. Our experienced team provides care and learning across two Nursery rooms, a Toddler room and two Preschool/Kindergarten rooms, creating opportunities for children to learn, play and grow at every stage. Book a tour to meet our educators and discover how we can support your child.

Why families choose Goodstart Port Kennedy:

• Experienced, long-standing educators – five team members have significant tenure, with our longest-serving educator having been with us for 12 years
• Strong inclusion knowledge – our educators draw on broad experience to understand and support children's individual strengths, needs and ways of learning
• Multicultural and multilingual team – educators who speak Hindi and Punjabi help create a welcoming environment that celebrates different languages, cultures and backgrounds
• Two Bachelor-qualified early childhood teachers supporting children's learning, development and preparation for school
• Fresh, nutritious meals prepared onsite – our qualified cook caters for children's individual dietary requirements
• Engaging outdoor environments with space for children to move, investigate, imagine and connect with nature through active play
• Convenient location opposite Rockingham Lakes Primary School – supporting strong connections with the local community and families as children approach school

Our long-standing team takes time to understand each child's interests, strengths, culture and individual needs, using these insights to shape meaningful play-based learning experiences.  
 
Guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, children are encouraged to make choices, explore their ideas, develop friendships and build confidence and independence.  
 
We welcome families from many backgrounds, including local Navy families, and value the experiences and perspectives each family brings to our centre community. Open communication and Storypark help families stay connected with their child's learning, while our inclusive approach helps every child develop a strong sense of belonging.  
 
Take a tour to explore our learning environments, meet our educators and talk with us about what matters most for your child. We'd love to welcome your family to Goodstart Port Kennedy – arrange a centre tour and see whether our community feels like the right fit for you.