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Townsville teacher's tips on regional work and living
Early childhood teacher Kylie Ryan of Goodstart Kirwan Golf Links Drive shares her insights.
Goodstart Early Learning Child Care Centre Grovedale - Pioneer Road is in a convenient residential area, just off the highway and close to schools, shops and community services.
Opened in 2006, we are a proud part of the growing Grovedale community. Our centre caters to up to 90 children a day with rooms from Nursery through to Kindergarten / Preschool. The rooms are all set up in line with our daily programs and the Early Years Learning Framework curriculum.
Through Storypark we ensure parents play a key role in their children’s learning and development and it provides us with a clear line of communication to tap into the children’s interests, needs and strengths.
Outside we have brought together a number of natural and manmade elements in our playgrounds, including shaded areas, sandpits, gardens, trees, and plenty of room to run around and explore. This means children have the opportunity to learn through experience, stimulation, play and imagination.
All that play makes children hungry and onsite we have a qualified cook who prepares means for our children and caters to special dietary requirements.
Our centre also caters for many children with additional needs; we have strong connections with family support services and early childhood development services. The centre also likes to be involved in community events and activities.
Currently, our centre cares for 150+ families. We are lucky to have many children and families from many different cultures which are all welcomed and included in our program. The educators build close relationships with each family and value their input into the centre's day to day operation.
We have a fantastic team of committed, high quality educators who have worked at the centre for some time. Our educators maintain current training and knowledge to offer the best education programs to each individual child in their care.
Come in and say hello! We would love the chance to meet you and your family and explore how we can give your child the best possible start in life.
I am originally from Hong Kong, I moved to Tasmania in 2003 to pursue my studies. I completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education in 2006 and have been dedicated to the industry ever since. Throughout my time at Goodstart Early Learning, I have held various roles, from educator to assistant director.
I am passionate about early childhood education and proud to lead my team of professional, dedicated, long-term staff members, who share the same goals and visions.
I believe all children are unique individuals, which is why I am committed to providing an inclusive program for ALL children and supporting them in building their capabilities and agency through their strengths.
At Goodstart Grovedale Pioneer Road we value all children's and families’ individual beliefs and cultures, ensuring they are recognized, acknowledged, and supported.
I look forward to welcoming you and your family.
At Grovedale - Pioneer Road, 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.
At Grovedale - Pioneer Road, 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.
6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday
7:00am to 7:00pm, Monday to Friday