Goodstart Early Learning Currumbin Waters in Currumbin, Queensland, Australia | Childcare service

Goodstart Early Learning Currumbin Waters

Locality: Currumbin, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 5525 6248

Address: 34 Wheeler Crescent 4223 Currumbin, QLD, Australia

Website: www.goodstart.org.au/centres/currumbin-waters

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25.01.2022 Happy World Teacher's Day!!

24.01.2022 Here you can see how proud our toddlers are to show off their beautiful created garden wall We followed the children's interest and used our group learning goals to link this learning The children explored their ideas and theories using imagination as the actively engaged with language and socially in a rang of ways

24.01.2022 BUBBLE PLAY Our children love to blow bubbles here at Currumbin Waters !! There are so many benefits of bubbles as well as oh so much fun ..

24.01.2022 When we teach children to pay attention to their breath, then educate them on how to breathe fully and deeply we are actually familiarising them with the effects of the parasympathetic nervous system. This branch of the autonomic nervous system induces calm and relaxation ; it sends signals through the body that all is well and safe. From this place of calm and ease we are better able to access and strengthen connections to the area of the brain that helps manage our emotions and solve problems more skillfully.

23.01.2022 Today our Director, Tracey met with Murray Watt - Senator for Queensland and the media to talk the end of free childcare. Tune in to the news tonight to hear what was said

23.01.2022 On 30 July, we celebrate the International Day of Friendship It is a day that promotes the importance and roles that friendship play in promoting peace in many cultures. It's a day for celebrating friendship regardless of race, colour or religion. It is also intended to support the culture of peace and non-violence for the children of the world.

23.01.2022 Parenting at any time is tough let alone through a pandemic. Join Sandi Phoenix for this virtual event and take away some practical ideas about how to apply positive psycology to the COVID world.

21.01.2022 Celebrating and honouring National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Children’s day.

21.01.2022 A great article about our Miss Tracey and her hard earned award. Very proud.

20.01.2022 Our Kindergarten children have found their green thumbs. The children have continued to care for their flowers and their fairy garden day in and day out. Gardening is educational and develops new skills including, Responsibility. From caring for plants. Understanding as they learn about cause and effect (for example, plants die without water, weeds compete with plants) Self-confidence from achieving their goals and enjoying the food they have grown. They have been rewar...ded with a stunning bunch of Sunflowers. We can not wait to see what other amazing plants, flowers or vegetables we can grow. See more

20.01.2022 Creative play develops young children’s confidence, language, physical and thinking skills, imagination and emotional understanding. Dramatic play helps young children make sense of the world. Arts and craft activities encourage self-expression and decision-making.

18.01.2022 5 Ways to Play....with a laundry basket

18.01.2022 Here at Goodstart Currumbin Waters could not agree more! A child's work is PLAY. By allowing children to just PLAY and just BE, we are allowing children to grow into capable and confident learners. Research has proven that children that are immersed in play and immersed with opportunity to be curious explorers, researchers of the world and their own learning, challengers of their imagination have better and successful learning outcomes later on in life.

17.01.2022 Are you looking for positive ways to increase your own well-being? Join Sandi Phoenix via zoom to discuss how to realise your potential with full Cups

15.01.2022 NAIDOC WEEK 2020 NAIDOC WEEK celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Throughout this special week we educated, explored and provided children with enriched educational experiences that deepen children's knowledge and understanding of Australia's first people. NAIDOC week provides a great opportunity for us to provoke learning in our children about the long Aboriginal Australian history, the beautiful culture and the amazing achievements of Indigenous Australians.

14.01.2022 At Goodstart Currumbin Waters our programs are designed to include each child’s unique abilities talents and strengths so they can reach their full potential at their own individual paces

14.01.2022 Happy Friday Goodstart Family... We Hope your weekend is full of smiles and excitement just like our Little Santa’s here ...

13.01.2022 Your graduation is a milestone in your life, Go into the world and do well. But more importantly, go into the world and do good. -Minor Myers Jr. Today we held a special celebration in our Kindy room for all of our children who have graduated and are off to "Big School".... We wish each and everyone one of you good luck for the future and we hope that you have been able to take away valuable lessons learnt from your time with us at Goodstart Currumbin Waters

13.01.2022 Fine Motor: Fine motor skills are those that involve a refined use of the small muscles which control the hand, fingers and thumb. With the development of these skills, a child is able to complete important tasks such as writing, feeding oneself, buttoning and zippering. These abilities gradually develop through experience and exposure to a variety of toys, materials and even foods. Why is fine motor skill development important? Little hands need to develop dexterity and strength. We, as adults, can help this process by encouraging children to play, explore and interact with a variety of items. Toys, clothing fasteners, safe scissors and play dough are all tactile examples of practices that facilitate fine motor development.

12.01.2022 Identity and Belonging When children feel a sense of belonging and a sense of pride within their families, peers, educators and their communities it gives them the ability to grow into emotionally strong individuals Brown Bear class book has been introduced to the toddlers group here at Currumbin Waters, all children love this and look through it naming each other on a daily basis... This has created an important foundation for learning about self identity while positively supporting language development

12.01.2022 Book week day 2 at Goodstart Currumbin Waters

10.01.2022 Happy Father's Day

10.01.2022 National Science Week is an annual festival of science that takes place in August each year. This celebration aims to raise the profile and increase the public understanding and public appreciation of science, innovation, engineering and technology, and their role in maintaining and improving our society, economy and environment. This years theme is Deep Blue: Innovation for the future of our oceans.

09.01.2022 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

09.01.2022 5 Important things to do before CCS returns!

09.01.2022 Studies have found that friendships enable children to learn more about themselves and develop their own identity. And, as children mature, friends are able to help reduce stress and navigate challenging developmental experiences. At Goodstart Currumbin Waters , the children have built such strong relationships with their peers

09.01.2022 Playing outside provides opportunities for children to experience the world with all of their senses As the toddlers of Currumbin Waters play freely, they are developing social skills, spatial awareness, cooperation, communication and sensory awarness

08.01.2022 Here at Currumbin Waters we are proud to announce some very exciting yard work has started The toddlers have loved watching the bobcats at work and listening to all the sounds of the machinery To follow on with the children’s interest we decided to provide a variety of tools for us to role play and experience.... Playing out real life situations such as construction allows children to learn about their environments, this helps in the development of physical mannerisms and communication skills. ROLE PLAY IS LEARNING IN A DISGUISED AND FUN WAY

08.01.2022 Sensory play makes for awesome hands- on fun and learning for young children, as they explore and discover more about the world through their senses! Sensory activities can also calm children, help children to focus, and engage a child.

08.01.2022 Happy Early Educator's Day It was so good to see Miss Tracey here today to celebrate today with us!!! Miss Tracey is on leave at the moment as she is the Labor candidate for Theodore in the upcoming October State election.... We all miss her terribly but wish her all the best

07.01.2022 At Goodstart Early Learning Currumbin Waters our toddlers have a variety of experiences to learn from and enjoy These experiences build on each child’s confidence as an involved learner, develop relationships and enable each individual to become a confident communicator

07.01.2022 Nothing changes if nothing changes..

07.01.2022 The children have been enjoying exploring nature throughout their environment at Goodstart Currumbin Waters . Nature play is used to promote a sense of responsibility, showing respect for the natural environment whilst becoming active participants bringing about enquiry and social change

06.01.2022 Colour Recognition Along with shape recognition, colour recognition is an important step in cognitive development for children. It plays a part in object recognition, and helps a child develop the descriptive language skills that will ensure clear communication.

06.01.2022 It's tonight!! Join Sandi Phoenix on this zoom event. I'll be there...it's not too late to buy your tickets.

06.01.2022 Learning about Space. Human space exploration helps to address fundamental questions about our place in the Universe and the history of our solar system . Through addressing the challenges related to human space exploration we expand technology, create new industries, and help to foster a peaceful connection with other nations. Over the last week we have been making our very own solar system.

06.01.2022 Today the children and Miss Imogen created their very own musical instruments tree using scarves and musical resources. The children absolutely loved this experience throughout the whole day. Musical instruments help extend on the children’s sensory development. When they are able to create and explore ideas using musical instruments, it creates more pathways in their brains. Builds upon gross and fine motor skills, banging on a drum helps build gross motor skills. But opening and closing fingers to clap symbols helps with fine motor skills.what a wonderful experience for that children thank you Miss Imogen for your creativity

06.01.2022 The team here at Goodstart Currumbin Waters were so very surprised to hear the news today that all of their hardwork, resilience and committment is being recognised and rewarded during "Thank You Week" with a free day off I'd also like to acknowledge and say a very big THANK YOU to the team for making the end of a long and stressful day fun at our first aid training tonight. With many of us not getting home until 10pm after being at work since 7am. The laughter and comra...dery shown tonight made me so very proud to be a part of this crew of amazing women. I've been a Director for 15 years and can hand on heart say that I've never worked with a better bunch of educators and I'm looking forward to rewarding them with their free rostered day off Well deserved!! - Tracey (Centre Director)

05.01.2022 This week, school chaplain and loc Oxenford legend Ben Findlay is pushing a wheelbarrow full of rocks all the way from Noosa to the Gold Coast to raise money for the Jack Beasley Foundation and Karate Gold Coast - Shibukai Martial Arts. I encourage you to join us to support Ben who is raising money and awareness for both of these amazing organisations and the work that they do. You can donate at the links below and follow Ben's journey at People with Impact for his Push 4 Pu...rpose 2021. Way to go Ben!!! Good luck and be safe! https://www.gofundme.com/f/push-4-purpose-jack-beasley-foun https://www.gofundme.com/f/push-4-purpose-karate-gold-coast

05.01.2022 Friends forever Enjoying our last photo shoots together before we all venture off to big school Remember to tune into our Goodstart Currumbin Waters family Facebook page tomorrow morning at approximately 10am 13/1/2021 Please have any graduating children at the centre by 9:45am for a 10am start

03.01.2022 Sorting and grouping things together is part of important cognitive development, children can generally sort into colours and patterns before they can use language to identify the names of colours, this shows them building visual perception and thinking skills This learning experience teaches your child to notice similarities and differences, learn to categorise while developing cooperative, literary and numeracy skills

03.01.2022 'Grandparents make the world.... A little softer, a little kinder, a little warmer.' A big thank you to all our wonderful grandparents who play such an important role in all our children's lives. #happygrandparentsday

03.01.2022 We love this idea! Lets build our children up to truly believe their self worth each and every day!

01.01.2022 In the Toddler room we support the children in developing a confident sense of identity being belonging and becoming involved and happy learners Through Mirror play children develop recognition of themselves and others and this contributes to language social interactions and a positive sense of well being