Goodstart Early Learning Pakenham 5 Portobello Road, Pakenham, Victoria 3810

Welcome to Goodstart Early Learning Pakenham! Located in the heart of the Pakenham community precinct, our child care centre is a vibrant and enriching environment for children to learn and grow.

At Goodstart Pakenham, we offer a range of programs and activities that are tailored to meet the individual needs and interests of each child. Our qualified educators are dedicated to delivering a high-quality and developmentally appropriate learning program that challenges children in all areas of their development.

Our centre features a library where children can borrow books, as well as a pet ownership program that includes blue tongue lizards and baby turtles. We also educate children on sustainable practices through our community vegetable gardens, herb gardens, and worm farm.

Our curriculum is play-based and stimulating, following the Early Years' Learning Framework. We design colorful and engaging programs that cater to each child's unique interests, needs, and strengths, ensuring they are ready for the transition to school. As an added bonus, our kindergarten children receive free swimming lessons at the neighboring Cardinia Leisure Centre.

Communication with families is made easy through our Storypark platform, which allows for consistent and clear communication. This platform enables us to support children in their learning journey, provide parents with peace of mind, and document their developmental milestones and achievements.

Outside, our playground areas are carefully designed to encourage exploration, imagination, and a deeper understanding of the environment and sustainability. We have a balance of natural and manmade elements, including sandpits, rock pools, vege patches, and water tanks.

Mealtimes are taken care of by our dedicated cook, who prepares tasty and nutritious meals for the children. We understand the importance of collaboration with families and offer regular parent-teacher interviews and extensive portfolios to keep parents well-informed and involved in their child's progress.

Throughout the year, we host special occasions and fun days, such as parent meet and greet days, end-of-year celebrations, and themed days like pyjama day and St. Patrick's Day. These events bring our families together and create a sense of community.

As the Centre Director, I am proud to lead a nationally award-winning service and have a passion for early learning. I believe that the first five years of a child's life shape their future, and it is our responsibility to provide the highest quality education and support to families. I am fortunate to work with a team of experienced and qualified carers and educators who share this passion.

I invite you to visit our centre for a customized tour and see for yourself the quality environments and children's happy and engaged play. Use our Subsidy Estimator tool to find out how much Child Care Subsidy you may be eligible for. We look forward to embarking on the early learning adventure with you and your child!