Why Goodstart Kindergarten?

• Play-based, government-approved learning programs
• Fully qualified and experienced Teachers
• Individualised care and education
• Flexibility for families with longer hours, five days a week
• Nine-hour, 10-hour and all-day sessions
• On-site cooks preparing nutritious meals
• More opportunity for children to learn, build relationships, and prepare for school
• A loving, caring, inclusive environment

 

We make learning fun

Our programs are based on the Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines and Early Years Learning Framework, and are delivered by Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers. The program encourages collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking.  Children learn with our stimulating resources, as well as indoor and outdoor environments to support the best kindergarten experience.
 
 

We know your child and support their individual learning

Goodstart’s long-day format means our qualified and experienced team can spend more time getting to know your child and can create an individual program that supports them to develop a love for learning. We also work with nearby schools to ensure children take that important next step smoothly and with confidence.

 

We go beyond the traditional 9am – 3pm

We’re here for you – five days a week, 12 hours a day, 52 weeks a year. We’re open over      school holidays, and don’t charge for public holidays.  We also have on-site cooks preparing nutritious meals, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunch boxes.

 

Everyone’s welcome

Inclusion is at the heart of everything we stand for, and we work hard to create environments and support networks to welcome all children to our centres. We take reconciliation seriously, walking together in this journey with our families, children, and communities.

 

Enrolments are open for the Goodstart Kindergarten Program.

With more than 220 centres across Queensland there’s likely to be a Goodstart Early Learning centre near you. Book a tour and meet our friendly teams and early childhood teachers.
 

Enrolments are open for the Goodstart Kindergarten Program.

With more than 220 centres across Queensland there’s likely to be a Goodstart Early Learning centre near you.  Book a tour and meet our friendly teams and early childhood teachers.
 

Backed by research
 

Your questions answered:
 

When can my child start kindergarten?

Your child must be at least four years old by June 30 in the year in which they are enrolled for kindergarten. For more information check the Queensland Government Kindergarten site. 
 

What will my child learn?

Our dynamic, vibrant and inspiring kindergarten programs are designed and delivered by Bachelor-qualified Early Childhood Teachers. We incorporate play-based learning, which helps children discover, socialise and create while developing valuable cognitive, physical, social, and early literacy and numeracy skills. For more information about what your child will learn click here.

 

What hours do you offer?

Our centres offer longer hours and more flexible options than many other kindergartens, including nine hour, 10 hour and all day sessions. Not only that, we know not all families have the same routine, so our programs are on offer five days a week, 52 weeks a year.
      

How much will it cost?

Our kindergarten program receives government funding (up to 15 hours a week per child), which links in with the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) reducing your out-of-pocket costs. We don't charge for public holidays. If you need support in navigating your Child Care Subsidy our team is here to assist.
 

What extras are on offer?

Many Goodstart centres offer extras that will help ease your busy lifestyle and enhance your child's learning. Our centres offer a range of excursions and incursions, speak to your local centre to find out what they do. Goodstart also provides families with free access to Goodstart@Home our online learning village.