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Early childhood teacher Kylie Ryan of Goodstart Kirwan Golf Links Drive shares her insights.
Goodstart Warnbro
Goodstart Early Learning Warnbro is located in the idyllic beachside community of Warnbro, just a 4 minute drive from Warnbro shopping centre and 2 minutes drive from Warnbro train station making it a convenient location.
We are a small 47 place centre which presents us with the unique opportunity to provide a home like environment for our children and families. We have a dedicated team of both Diploma and Certificate 3 qualified educators.
Our play based, stimulating curriculum is based on the Early Years Learning Framework and our rooms are all set up with this in mind. We also develop colourful, engaging programs accounting for each child’s individual interests, needs and strengths; and with each step we are ensuring the children are ready to take the big step into schooling.
Our intuitive Storypark platform enables us to maintain consistent and clear communications with families. That means we are better placed to support a child in their learning journey, ensure parents have peace of mind, and time stamp the children’s developments, milestones and achievements.
Our outdoor play areas are a balance of natural and manmade elements and play surfaces. We have carefully designed and planned spaces to encourage a stronger understanding of the environment and sustainability – while giving children the scope to explore and play. There is a strong focus on encouraging children’s imagination and building their creative thinking.
Our centre vision is “To provide a home away from home, where children can dream, believe and learn in a safe nurturing enriched environment.”
We welcome you to meet our friendly team and chat to us on how we can support your child on their learning journey.
We are a small 47 place centre which presents us with the unique opportunity to provide a home like environment for our children and families. We have a dedicated team of both Diploma and Certificate 3 qualified educators.
Our play based, stimulating curriculum is based on the Early Years Learning Framework and our rooms are all set up with this in mind. We also develop colourful, engaging programs accounting for each child’s individual interests, needs and strengths; and with each step we are ensuring the children are ready to take the big step into schooling.
Our intuitive Storypark platform enables us to maintain consistent and clear communications with families. That means we are better placed to support a child in their learning journey, ensure parents have peace of mind, and time stamp the children’s developments, milestones and achievements.
Our outdoor play areas are a balance of natural and manmade elements and play surfaces. We have carefully designed and planned spaces to encourage a stronger understanding of the environment and sustainability – while giving children the scope to explore and play. There is a strong focus on encouraging children’s imagination and building their creative thinking.
Our centre vision is “To provide a home away from home, where children can dream, believe and learn in a safe nurturing enriched environment.”
We welcome you to meet our friendly team and chat to us on how we can support your child on their learning journey.
We struck gold when we found Goodstart Warnbro!I don’t know whether my girl would be the bubbly, confident little lady she is today without you guys. Every day you encourage her to grow, to make good choices, to be creative and be kind. She absolutely loves coming to daycare. She adores every single one of you guys
We have been at this daycare for 5 years now and still going.All the staff are amazing, I feel like part of a family when I walk into the daycare. Thank you to all the amazing staff who do such a great job daily without any complaints or frowns on their faces.
Tara Anderson
Centre Director
Hi, my name is Tara Anderson and I am the Centre Director of Goodstart Warnbro.
First and foremost, I’m a mum of two beautiful children, who have also settled into the Goodstart Warnbro family with me.
I have worked in the Early Learning sector for 10 years and have built many wonderful relationships as well as long lasting memories with children, families and staff along the way.
Spending the time getting to know the children, families and staff and establishing strong relationships within the service is something that I find is crucial in creating a warm welcoming environment for children to thrive in. I am present in the moment and enjoy offering assistance and support wherever I can.
I truly believe creating a home away from home environment provides children with the best opportunities to not only learn and grow, but to flourish.
I am an advocate for the Reggio Emilia Approach, seeing children as competent and involved learners and providing them with opportunities to take their learning in the direction they want. Children learn the most when they are engaged and enjoy what they are doing while feeling safe and supported in their environment.
Structured Kindergarten Program
At Warnbro, you and your child can enjoy the best of both worlds. Our centre offers a 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.
Structured Kindergarten Program
At Warnbro, you and your child can enjoy the best of both worlds. Our centre offers a 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.
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