Goodstart Early Learning Sinagra

We know what parents are looking for when choosing the right childcare centre – a place that is safe, nurturing and inspiring 🥰

But the truth is, the feeling of finding the right centre is something you simply can’t capture in a social media post…

It’s the warm welcome, the smiles from our educators, the giggles of happy children, and the sense of belonging you feel the moment you walk through our doors 💓

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. That’s why we focus on what matters most: creating a safe environment, building genuine relationships with every child, and providing enriching play-based learning that helps children grow, thrive and shine ✨

Why not experience it for yourself? We’d love to welcome you in 😇

Book a tour today and discover what makes our centre feel just right.

Did you know we invested $65.5M into our social purpose last year, a 14% increase on the year before? 👏 At Goodstart, we're proud of the impact we have on children, families and communities. As a not‑for‑profit, every dollar we earn is reinvested to improve outcomes – from high‑quality learning and educator development to extra support for children who need it most.
Because when we put children first, the impact goes further 💛

Look at all this cosy fun 🧸☁️💤

We had so much fun celebrating Pyjama Day, all while supporting the Pyjama Day charity and helping children in foster care dream big 💭💫 Thank you to those who donated 💙

Messy, sensory fun ✨

Our babies loved exploring the soft, squishy texture of this taste-safe cloud dough ☁️ Building fine motor skills, sparking curiosity, and enjoying hands-on discovery through play!

Together, our children have been learning through storytelling, creative experiences, music, and conversations that honour the cultures, histories and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We are grateful for the opportunity to nurture respect, curiosity and a deeper appreciation for the world’s oldest continuing cultures as we learn together ❤️💛🖤

The research is clear 📚 reading aloud is one of the most powerful things we can do for our children.

When we read with a child, we’re doing far more than sharing a story. We’re building the foundations for language, confidence, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

Decades of research shows that children who are read to regularly:

💛 Build stronger language skills
Hearing rich varied language in books exposes children to far more words than everyday conversation alone. This growing vocabulary helps them understand, communicate and make sense of the world.

💛 Develop early literacy skills long before they learn to read
Through stories, children learn how books work – that print carries meaning, that pages turn left to right, and that stories have a beginning, middle and end. These early understandings make learning to read feel familiar and exciting.

💛 Strengthen phonological awareness
Rhymes, rhythms and playful sounds help children hear the building blocks of language.

💛 Grow their comprehension and thinking skills
Talking together about a story, predicting what might happen, wondering how a character feels, and connecting events to real life helps children develop memory, problem-solving, and higher-order thinking.

💛 Experience connection, comfort and joy
Shared reading fosters calmness, closeness, and moments of joint attention. These warm interactions support a child's sense of security and belonging.

Most importantly, children who experience positive, engaging reading moments from a young age are more likely to develop a genuine love of books - something that matters even more than early literacy skills alone.

Reading is simple, joyful, and sets children up for success in school and life.

Here is a list of some of our favourites below 👇

A “PIZZA” of Italy 🇮🇹

Our Kindy children have been sharing some of their favourite recipes from home, and this week it was pizza on the menu! From spreading the sauce to choosing their favourite toppings, our little chefs loved bringing a family favourite to life 🍕

Cooking together is a wonderful way to build confidence, develop fine motor skills, explore early maths and literacy concepts, and celebrate the unique traditions and cultures that make our community so special 🧑‍🍳

Another play date with some of our favourite neighbours from our local aged care home 🥰

Intergenerational relationships offer numerous benefits for children, seniors and the community!

For children:
💛 Emotional and social development
💛 Sense of belonging and support
💛 Improved understanding of history and culture
💛 Improved respect for diversity

For seniors:
💛 Combats loneliness and isolation
💛 Mental stimulation
💛 Increased sense of purpose
💛 Improved physical health

For the community:
💛 Strengthened community bonds
💛 Increased understanding and empathy between generations
💛 Passing down knowledge and traditions
💛 Overall community wellbeing

Warm meals, full tummies, and growing independence! 🍽️

The babies and children love our Chef Annie’s nutritious meals. Independent eating can get a little messy, but that’s all part of the learning (and tasting) process! 😋