Goodstart Early Learning Onkaparinga Rise in Hackham, South Australia, Australia | Nursery

Goodstart Early Learning Onkaparinga Rise

Locality: Hackham, South Australia, Australia

Phone: +61 8 8186 1322

Address: 90-92 Penneys Hill Road 5163 Hackham, SA, Australia

Website: https://www.goodstart.org.au/contact-us

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25.01.2022 Our children talk about kindness in being bucket fillers, and the things they can do to fill other people's buckets.

25.01.2022 Our Community Open Day is Tomorrow! 10am to 3pm! See our event for all the details! Were excited, hope you can make it!Our Community Open Day is Tomorrow! 10am to 3pm! See our event for all the details! Were excited, hope you can make it!

25.01.2022 A timely reminder from SA Health. Remember to keep your childs immunisations up to date so they can still access early learning and care.

24.01.2022 It is time to start thinking about Kindy for next year. Here at Goodstart Onkaparinga Rise we have Qualified Teachers that run our Quality Kindy Program. Enrolments are now open for our Kindergarten program. Find out more: https://bit.ly/36tiReG What we offer:... -Extended, flexible hours -University qualified teachers Programs are based on the Early Years Learning Framework Nutritious meal provided -Engaging learning environments and stimulating resources -Supports transition to school -Community connections -Extra-curricular activities -Storypark -Access to 36 hours of subsidised kindergarten per fortnight when attending a kindergarten program at a centre-based day care See more

24.01.2022 Here are some recommendations from SA Health to stop the spread of gastro within centres and communities. Please read for your information.

23.01.2022 Today for National Reconciliation Week, one of the experiences our Kindergarten children engaged in was a group experience learning about the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags. They then had an opportunity to create their own- here are our Kindergarten children showing off their Aboriginal flags!

23.01.2022 On R U OK? Day, we recognise the challenging year weve had and the impact this has on the mental wellbeing of friends and family. Asking the question is the first step to supporting someone who might be struggling and we encourage everyone to ask the question- R U OK? Our educator team at Onkaparinga Rise are always here to provide a listening ear for our families and while we are not counsellors we can provide further referrals for support within our local community. We are here for you.

23.01.2022 Adelaide Zoo have a special membership offer for you! Join as a Zoos SA member before Sunday, 11 October 2020 and they’ll waive the joining fee. Explore Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park on a year-round family adventure with unlimited visits, discounts on animal experiences and products at their Zoo Shops and cafes, plus free entry to most major Australian zoos. Your membership pays for itself in JUST 3 VISITS! Join online here: https://bit.ly/3i9UYNl or use the promo code CM-SPRING20 at checkout to save $25.

23.01.2022 Today is "Bring in your Favourite Book" day as part of our summer holiday program. Zoe is reading one of their favourite books "Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy".

23.01.2022 Apologies for the issue, please bear with us. If you need to contact us email [email protected]. thankyou.

23.01.2022 Goodstart Early Learning Onkaparinga Rise acknowledges the Kaurna people as Traditional Owners of the land on which our early learning program is offered and our children learn and play. We acknowledge all Traditional Owners across Australia and recognise all First Nations peoples continued cultural and spiritual connection to the land, sky and waterways that surround us. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. #InThisTogether2020 #NRW2020

22.01.2022 National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. The dates for NRW remain the same each year - 27 May to 3 June. These dates commemorate two significant milestones in the reconciliation journey the successful 1967 referendum, and the High Court Mabo decision respectively.... Reconciliation must live in the hearts, minds and actions of all Australians as we move forward, creating a nation strengthened by respectful relationships between the wider Australian community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Today, 26 May, is also National Sorry Day. It gives people the opportunity to come together and share the steps towards healing for the Stolen Generations, their families, and communities. "We apologise for the laws and policies of successive Parliaments and governments that have inflicted profound grief, suffering, and loss on these our fellow Australians... For the pain, suffering and hurt of these Stolen Generations, their descendants and for their families left behind, we say sorry." Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, 13 February, 2013. We invite you to join in the learning about National Reconciliation Week at home through Goodstart@Home which is free for Goodstart families. Listen and learn from the stories and activities on the site. Take a moment to explore how you can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia: athome.goodstart.org.au

21.01.2022 Each day across 665 centres we read stories across Australia to 75,600 little geniuses. As a parent you know your child is a genius because you see it every day. They never cease to amaze, surprise and wonder you as they grow and develop. We see this genius too which is why we model our curriculum around identifying what makes your child special and providing the right environment and opportunities to see them thrive. Contact us to find out how we can instil a love of learning in your child: https://www.goodstart.org.au/centres/onkaparinga-rise

21.01.2022 Event Cinemas at Marion are holding Sensory Movie Days for families and children with autism and other sensory needs. How fantastic! See the link in the original Kids In Adelaide post for further details.

21.01.2022 Our environments are all set up ready to go for our Open Day! Were ready for you to visit! 10am-3pm TODAY!

21.01.2022 At Goodstart we want to help give all of Australias children the best start in life and Child Protection Week is all about just that! This National Child Protection Week (6 12 September), is an opportunity for us to celebrate the many ways that everyone in the community can make a difference in the life of a child. We are always here to support you, as you support your family and communities. Here at the centre we also have activities that we will be doing with the children to celebrate Child Protection week! If youd like to learn more just reach out. #childprotectionweek

20.01.2022 Its thankyou week! Well compile a thankyou wall down the hallway with your messages of thanks for our team or a goodstarter whos made a difference for you during this trying year. Well have little notes in the foyer you can write on to add to our thankyou wall!

20.01.2022 Please have a read of Goodstarts post regarding their response to COVID-19 and how its being managed across the centres.

20.01.2022 Do you know someone who has a passion for cooking yummy, nutritious meals for children? Our centre is looking for a Cook, so please spread the word if you know anyone who might be interested.

19.01.2022 We have an Educator role available at our Centre and we’d love if you could share this with anyone you know who may be interested in joining our team. You can view more information about the job role here: https://www.goodstart.org.au///educator-roles-at-goodstart

19.01.2022 Dont forget you can check out Goodstart@Home for learning experience ideas for your little ones at home, during isolation.

19.01.2022 Dear families We’re sharing this poster with every family at our centre today as part of a reminder to ourselves that while we’ve been working to keep everyone safe from COVID-19 for nearly nine months now we can’t afford to let our guard down. We’re using this poster to take a moment each day to check we’re still doing all the simple things we need to do as part of the local community to keep ourselves and our friends and family safe and well. If your child isn’t feeling well, please keep them home and support us to reduce the spread of illness in our centre. Thanks again for helping keep everyone at Goodstart Onkaparinga Rise safe by following this simple guide because COVID-19 is still a thing.

18.01.2022 As you may all be aware the Government has announced the free child care scheme is to end on 12th July. We are aware you will likely have a lot of questions. We will work on getting these answered as best as possible and will provide updates in due course. We appreciate your patience while we work through these new decisions and what we can do to support you all in the transition.... - Kim, Jasmine, and team

17.01.2022 Family by Family is a network of Families helping other families have better lives. Family by Family links families together to offer support for families to reach goals, that helps them to make the changes they want to make. Families link together for 10-30 weeks and spend 3 hrs per week working towards that change. Often goals are around routines, holding boundaries and being consistent with these, getting along better as a family, having places to go outside the house and ...having positive people in their lives to go places with. We believe that all families have the capacity to change and want choice around what is best for their family. Families build relationships of trust and have the ability to go places and do things that a worker cannot. Family by Family trains families so that they have the skills, to support other families. Currently Family by Family are looking for families have children under 18 yrs living in their home, are having more ups then downs in life currently, would have 5 hours to support another family and drive so they can get to see the family they would be supporting. If this sounds like your family and you want to build skills to help with employment later down the track while giving back to your community. If this sounds like something you would like to learn more about, then why not contact Leanne 0432043537 or Emma 0478109701 for an informal chat and find out more. Family by Family will be visiting our centre for families to chat to, on Thursday the 18th of February between 3:30pm and 5:30pm.

16.01.2022 This is an image weve come across that simply explains the latest advice from the Prime Minister around Australias response to COVID-19. We just wanted to reassure you that our centre is open and we will continue to provide an essential service to our children and families. Goodstart is well prepared and has been planning around COVID-19 since early January.... Our teams are highly trained in dealing with infectious diseases and we have Public Health approved infection control processes. We use hospital-grade cleaning products and have rigorous hygiene practices and protocols in place. It is important to remember that maintaining your childs daily routines and positive relationships can be beneficial during uncertain and stressful times such as these. Our priorities are ensuring the ongoing safety, health and wellbeing of everyone in our Goodstart family and continuing to provide the highest standard of early learning and care in our 665 centres across Australia for the families that rely on us each day.

16.01.2022 Fathers Day is on Sunday 6 September and Goodstart@Home has some great ideas for families who are looking for a gift thats from the heart. One of the Fathers Day activities for 3-5 year olds is Building a Memory Jar. We would love to see some photos or videos of memory jars being created for the special Dads (and other males!) of the children at our centre. Other lovely activity ideas are a Do you know how much I love you? photo book for babies, or for toddlers; creat...ing a Helping hand book of coupons for help getting things done around the house or garden. We hope all the Dads have a wonderful Fathers Day!

15.01.2022 Mothers Day is almost here and weve just uploaded three new Mothers Day activities on Goodstart@Home, which are not only great fun but also support your childs learning. 1. Mothers Day Card to help your child develop literacy skills 2. Mothers Day Handprints to help your child develop mathematical and science skills 3. Mothers Day Portrait to help your child develop their creative thinking skills... You can access these at https://athome.goodstart.org.au/ This service is free for all Goodstart families. If you havent signed up yet and need access, please email [email protected] We hope you all have a lovely Mothers Day on Sunday!

15.01.2022 At Goodstart we want to help give all of Australia’s children the best start in life and Child Protection Week is all about just that! This National Child Protection Week (6 12 September), is an opportunity for us to celebrate the many ways that everyone in the community can make a difference in the life of a child. We are always here to support you, as you support your family and communities. Here at the centre we also have activities that we will be doing with the children to celebrate Child Protection week! If you’d like to learn more just reach out. #childprotectionweek

15.01.2022 Reminder to all families that SA lockdown restrictions will ease this Saturday 21 November at midnight meaning we are back to normal and open on Monday 23 November to support all our families with quality early learning and care!

15.01.2022 As a not-for-profit we want to make early learning affordable and accessible for all Australia’s children. We don’t think it’s fair to charge families for days they can’t use, so we don’t charge for public holidays in any of our centres: https://www.goodstart.org.au//making-it-fairer-for-families We will be closed tomorrow for Australia Day. We hope everyone has a wonderful day!

14.01.2022 Read along with us this National Reconciliation Week! "How the Birds got their Colours" by Mary Albert. We love this book which tells the story of how birds re...leased colour into the world at the time of creation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtRHtCa6GZ8 For those of you who have signed up to our online learning hub Goodstart@Home we have also uploaded some lovely National Reconciliation Week activities for your family to explore together at home. https://athome.goodstart.org.au/#/public-dashboar

13.01.2022 Please see the shared post below. We will be joining Goodstart Early Learning Seaford Rise in supporting the Heart Kids foundation. Next Friday the 19th of June we invite all our children to dress as their favourite super hero. We will have a collection tin for you to donate what you can towards the cause. Looking forward to seeing who everyone comes as....

12.01.2022 Easter can be challenging sometimes, especially so during this time of crisis. If you need help or support, there are people and services you can reach out to.

12.01.2022 2020 has been a year like no other. A year to remind ourselves what we’re truly for. We’re excited to share with you a short TV ad we’ve put together that looks back on the year that was and how we all came together in this extraordinary year. We adapted to change, tackled a global pandemic head on and never lost sight of what really mattered early learning, care and support for children, no matter what. Because we’re Goodstart. ... Find out more about what we’re for at https://www.goodstart.org.au/because-we-are-goodstart #becausewearegoodstart #weareforchildren

12.01.2022 Some helpful conversation tips talking to children about feelings and worry. Its normal to be worried, and children need their adults around them to talk with them about how theyre feeling.

11.01.2022 Families are spending more time together than ever before, and sometimes that can mean emotions (and behaviours) can go a little off track. Were really excited to share with you a new resource Goodstart developed for families to help them guide and support their childrens behaviours and emotions. The Goodstart Family Behaviour Support Kit has information and resources to help support your child to understand and manage their emotions and help them learn how to communicate their needs in an appropriate way. Its a physical kit delivered straight to your door and includes a multitude of helpful tools and tips! You can purchase this kit direct from our Goodstart@Home website (click on Behaviour Support Kit). https://athome.goodstart.org.au/

11.01.2022 DHS Parenting and Family Support Team are offering a free, 2 part workshop for parents at O'Sullivan Beach Children's Centre, on Wednesday the 10th and 17th of March. "My Child and Me", see the attached photo for more details.

10.01.2022 Did you know strong connections between educators, children and families provide children with a sense of wellbeing and result in early learning experiences which are more positive and productive? Our experienced and trusted educators help children form new relationships and learn to play, explore and experiment confidently. Book a tour to see our educators in action: www.goodstart.org.au/book-a-tour

08.01.2022 If youre trying to find a way to explain to your little people whats going on at the moment, this might be a helpful episode to watch together.

08.01.2022 We have an Educator role available at our Centre and wed love if you could share this with anyone you know who may be interested in joining our team. You can view more information about the job role here: https://www.goodstart.org.au///educator-roles-at-goodstart

07.01.2022 Hooray for Spring! If youre looking for ways to explore all nature has to offer during springtime, check out Nature Play SA for ideas!

07.01.2022 The bond between a child and their grandparents is such a special one. Help your families to celebrate these connections on Grandparents’ Day with activities on Goodstart@Home. What more perfect a way could there be for children to enjoy and celebrate their relationships with their grandparents than embarking on a learning adventure with them? Perhaps they could use the Send a Hug activity card to become pen pals? In these times when it can be hard to connect in person, this is the perfect way to give children’s early literacy and understanding a boost, not to mention making each other’s day when they check the letterbox and find a life-sized cut out of a hug inside! Visit https://athome.goodstart.org.au/

07.01.2022 Were excited to celebrate Wednesday and hope youll celebrate with us too!

06.01.2022 We are open and here for children of essential workers and to support vulnerable children. There are no new restrictions on early learning and care and we remain open and here to support you as we navigate through the next few days together. #COVID19 #Lockdown #Adelaide #StayingSafe #GoodstartEarlyLearning

06.01.2022 When learning’s this much fun, it feels like a holiday! Set them up for a great year next year, keep learning this Summer. We’re open all through December & January, except public holidays.

06.01.2022 We have vacancies available at our centre and youre welcome to secure your spot up to 8 weeks before you start. Give us a call on 8186 1322 or book a tour to meet with our Centre Director and visit our centre: www.goodstart.org.au/book-a-tour

05.01.2022 Happy Book Week! To celebrate Book Week, Goodstart shares this reading of Three, written and illustrated by Stephen Michael King, with permission from Scholastic Australia. https://buff.ly/37fCI3z For Book Week, we have added two activity cards to Goodstart@Home ‘Curious Creatures, Wild Minds’ and five Book of the Year shortlisted books. (There are loads more literacy activities in each age tab too.) Log into Goodstart@Home and click the Book Week banner to get started https://athome.goodstart.org.au/

04.01.2022 Good news for our centres and staff, in partnership with the new package announced Thursday.

04.01.2022 Please reach out if you need help and support. There are many resources within our community that are only a phone call away if you're feeling worried or uncertain.

03.01.2022 Unsure if you need to be in self-isolation? Unsure if you should be getting tested for COVID-19? Learn what you need to do if: youve returned from overseas youve returned from interstate youve been in close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case... youre a healthcare worker who is feeling unwell you do not meet the criteria above, but are feeling unwell you are feeling worried but well Visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/COVID2019 for more information. [Advice updated 23 March 2020] See more

03.01.2022 This stage in your childs life is crucial. Make it count. In the first five years of life, your childs brain develops faster and more than at any other time in their life. Children need a stimulating and caring environment with many different activities to give them the best chance to reach their full potential. If youre looking for childcare, we have vacancies available. Book a Tour with our Centre Director now: https://www.goodstart.org.au/centres/onkaparinga-rise

03.01.2022 We have limited vacancies available in our Kindergarten program - check out this video to find out more about what we offer. Our approach gives your child the full benefits of a daily learning program while you are supported with the longer care hours we provide. Find out more at: www.goodstart.org.au/kindergarten-sa

02.01.2022 We offer flexibility and strong support. We are Australias largest provider of early learning and care and that sure has its perks. We are able to offer our families 9 hour, 10 hour or all day sessions to better support the demands of daily life and minimise your out-of-pocket expenses. You have the reassurance of a high-quality play-based program in every centre based on the Early Years Learning Framework, international evidence and best practice. Every centre has access to central support teams to further enhance the safety, learning and wellbeing of all children in our Goodstart family. Find out more and book a tour online: https://www.goodstart.org.au/centres/onkaparinga-rise

02.01.2022 Get ready for the return of the Child Care Subsidy: Three key things you need to know!

02.01.2022 The year before school is so important for young children. It’s where they learn the skills to develop the confidence they need to make a smooth transition to school. At Goodstart the Kindergarten program is evidence based and is specifically designed for children aged 3-5 years. The curriculum is based on the Early Years Learning Framework, which is delivered by degree-qualified Early Childhood Teachers. This program nurtures children’s collaboration, communication, creativi...ty and critical thinking skills. Our approach gives your child the full benefits of a daily learning program while you are supported with the longer care hours we provide. That means your child gets the best start to their schooling, while you juggle the day-to-day demands of life. Find out more at: www.goodstart.org.au/kindergarten-sa

02.01.2022 On R U OK? Day, we recognise the challenging year we've had and the impact this has on the mental wellbeing of friends and family. Asking the question is the first step to supporting someone who might be struggling and we encourage everyone to ask the question- R U OK? Our educator team at Onkaparinga Rise are always here to provide a listening ear for our families and while we are not counsellors we can provide further referrals for support within our local community. We are here for you.

01.01.2022 To all the dads, step-dads, caregivers, dad-like figures, grand dads and special male role models- we hope you enjoy your fathers day

01.01.2022 Weve got the Kiwanis Club Reynella and The Coffee Guy - Morphett Vale cooking sausages and making coffee! Mmmm, mouthwatering!

01.01.2022 Its Dental Hygiene Week this week (3 9 August), so weve created some fun activities you can do with your toddlers to encourage them to brush their teeth on our Goodstart@Home website. These activities are easy to do and a great way to support the development and understanding of dental hygiene and teeth brushing techniques. This years Dental Hygiene Week theme is all about sugar and How much sugar is hiding is your trolley? Wed like to encourage families to be mindful... of hidden sugars in food. Making healthy choices at the supermarket extends to making similar smart food and drink choices at home. Early childhood tooth decay can affect your childs health and cause pain, making it hard for your child to sleep, eat or speak. It can also affect your childs ability to concentrate and learn. Children who develop dental decay at an early age are more likely to suffer from it throughout childhood. To find out more about Dental Health Week visit the ADAs Your Dental Health website: https://www.ada.org.au/tips

01.01.2022 Goodstart are continuing to follow advice from State and Federal Governments in managing their response in centres to the COVID-19 pandemic. We remain open and would like to assure families and community members that we have stringent health and safety policies in place that include infection control procedures, cleanliness of our facilities, maintaining regular toy cleaning and sanitising, and how to best support unwell children. Remember to always wash your hands and follow appropriate health advice when unwell.