Goodstart Early Learning Point Cook in Point Cook, Victoria | Nursery

Goodstart Early Learning Point Cook

Locality: Point Cook, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9395 7477

Address: 71 The Strand 3030 Point Cook, VIC, Australia

Website: www.goodstart.org.au/centres/point-cook-the-strand

Likes: 264

Add/Update information

Reviews

Tags

• Childcare service
• Nursery

23.01.2022 Another special delivery!!! Thank you so much James and Sophie...

23.01.2022 Language & Literacy in the Early Years The goal is for kindergarten children to use language and explore literacy in personally meaningful ways. By the en...d of kindergarten this ‘may’ include: - Understanding the purpose of texts - Making connections between texts and personal experiences - Identifying the relationship between sound and letters - Inventing simple rhymes and finger plays - Linking words and pictures in a story - Copying and attempting to write words - Sharing their writing to convey a message (QKLG) Here’s a few activities that will NOT achieve these goals and often hold no meaning for children: singing the alphabet memorising the alphabet tracing letters or words literacy worksheets asking a child to write their name repeatedly First let’s explore what personal meaningful means. Language and literacy will look different in everyone’s home. Consider: 1. Does your child speak English as a first language? 2. Does your child have a language delay or hearing impairment? 3. Does your child or a family member use sign language? 4. Is English the only language used in your home? Here’s a few ideas that can make learning language and literacy personally meaningful: Read, read and read to your child- don’t be afraid of big books or vocabulary Talk about books! Predict the endings, change the story line, guess what the page says based on the pictures Talk about text and reading. We start from left to right, bottom to top. There’s a front cover. There’s page numbers. Sing, sing and sing! There’s songs about tidying up, building blocks, animals- don’t be afraid to make up your own Talk to your child about symbols in the environment- stop signs, toilet signs, koala crossings etc Involve your child in reading menus when at cafes, or talk about the pictures on menus Make grocery lists together, first by using images and then later words next to images Make Birthday cards for friends Draw and paint with no outcome rather then to get the fingers and hands moving Engage in role play and encourage two way conversation. Question, respond. Give directions, start with 1 direction and work upwards. Example- put your drink bottle away, go to the toilet and then come and sit on the mat (3 parts) Lastly play, play, play - don’t undervalue the power of play

22.01.2022 Morning Families, just a reminder that the Goodstart Awards - Family nominations are still open! This year Goodstart will host our annual awards virtually to celebrate Goodstart individuals and centres for the above and beyond support they have shown children, families and their communities. One award is nominated by you - our wonderful families! This award is called the ‘Above and Beyond Award’ and an individual educator or an entire centre. ... We would love you to nominate us! If you love the work we do here at our centre, keep an eye out for an email giving you a guide on the quick and easy process to lodge your nomination. Nominations are open now and will remain open until 4th September 2020. Thanks so much for your support!

22.01.2022 The festival of colors, Holi, is the most vibrant festival and signifies the triumph of good over evil It marks the end of winter in India and welcomes the spring season. On this festive day, people play with colors, meet and greet one another and create new beginnings. In Emu room, children celebrated Holi by painting on fabric using water guns filled with colored water.

21.01.2022 A special delivery for our team today!!! Thank you so much Meera and family....

21.01.2022 Parklife is coming this weekend to Arndell Park! Sundays are for movies, but its not all kicking back and relaxing, it’s also a chance to SING! Grab the family, pack a picnic or some snacks, there will be a coffee van there to look after all of your caffeine and iced chocolate needs!... Sunday 21st March from 1:30pm to 4pm - Movie: SING Cnr Cheviot Drive and Locksley Drive, Truganina

19.01.2022 How to help children develop a growth mindset: A big part of having a growth mindset is not letting failing at something stop you from working to improve. It’s important for children to know that setbacks can actually provide a way forward. Tell your children it’s OK to speak up when something isn’t working. Encourage self-advocacy and asking for help. Children also need to know that the people around them believe they can find ways to fix mistakes. ... Developing a growth mindset is an ongoing process. Getting and taking feedback from others, learning from mistakes, and finding new ways to approach tasks isn’t easy. But it’s a valuable way to help children learn that talents can be developed.

19.01.2022 Please note the advise today in regards to Thunderstorm Asthma.

19.01.2022 Hi families! Do you normally buy your play dough? We know during lock down that it can be harder to get some of the things you usually do so today we are sharing Goodstart's Gingerbread playdough recipe, an easy fun recipe that you can make at home. We hope you are all safe & well, enjoy the sunshine!

19.01.2022 Dear families, On Wednesday 2 September it’s Early Childhood Educators Day! This is a wonderful opportunity for us to recognise and celebrate the amazing team we have. For a bit of fun for the children this week we will celebrate with a week of colours, each day let your child dress in their favourite colours.... This has been a big year for everyone and we were hoping you would join us in celebrating this in a special way this year. Early Childhood Educators Day happens to coincide with the start of spring and we’d love to fill the centre with some springtime joy and ask if you could possibly bring some greenery or flowers in, for our centre or for the educators in your child’s room, as spring kicks off the children will be starting to replant our vegetable and herb gardens. It doesn’t matter whether they are from a shop or from your garden they will surely put a smile on the faces of our educators! Maybe your little one would like to create a thank you card with a special message or draw a portrait of your favourite educator? Let your creativity run wild! Thank you so much for your continued support, we are looking forward to brightening up the day together with you!

19.01.2022 You just cant go past a yummy penne pasta with hidden veggies in bolognaise sauce on a cold melbourne day!!

17.01.2022 Today is R U OK Day, 2020 has been a difficult year for everyone, we want you to know you can reach out for support if you are feeling overwhelmed and need someone to talk too we are here. The R U Ok website also has resources to support you if you are not feeling okay and resources to support you if a family member or friend is not feeling okay and resources to help your child/ren during this difficult time talk about their feelings. https://www.ruok.org.au/join-r-u-ok-day

17.01.2022 Good Morning Families, The Pataka Kai @ 124 The Strand have alot of staple foods but have no toiletries, if any of our families have any spare toiletries that they would be able to donate please feel free to drop them off to them or if you would like to drop them here and we can deliver them to the Pataka Kai, they would appreciate any donations.

16.01.2022 Vacancies currently available in our Toddlers (2-3 year old) room. As you can see from the video there are a lot of fun and inviting spaces for your child to learn and explore. For more information please contact us on 9395 7477 or [email protected]

16.01.2022 CHO ADVISORY | VIRAL GASTRO OUTBREAK There has been a rise in viral gastroenteritis in childcare centres in Vic. Symptoms can take 3 days to develop & usually l...ast 1 or 2 days. Keep kids with symptoms home while sick & for 48 hours after symptoms. If they persist visit a GP. For news and information in Wyndham www.wyndhamtv.com.au

16.01.2022 FREE: For anyone struggling to put food on the table due to job losses, etc., drop by & pick up what you need, no questions asked. - ! Every Sunday 1pm to 3 pm 7 Adelphi Blvd Point Cook, VIC ( )... Share the post around to anyone who may need this little bit of extra help. https://www.facebook.com//a.32184898882/3228831013904060/

15.01.2022 XMAS TOY DRIVE CROC’S HOPPERS CROSSING and KOALA KIDS Dear Customers Christmas is not far away, and what a challenging year it has been. Some families are doi...ng it really tough, and we would like to help make a difference to some families that could really do with some extra happiness this Christmas. Croc’s Playcentre Hoppers Crossing is proud to partner with Koala Kids, to raise funds for children affected by cancer. Koala Kids vision is to help EVERY child and young person undergoing cancer treatment in Victoria. They provide small things that make a difference to the lives of children and young people undergoing cancer treatment, and their families/siblings. When children and young people undergo treatment for cancer, the impact is massive - physically of course, but also emotionally. Their lives are turned upside down. Their regular routines including their education, sporting and cultural pursuits, and other creative experiences, are disrupted. Similarly, parents are often required to spend long periods of time at the hospital, missing work responsibilities and on occasion, may need to relocate. We appreciate that this year has taken a huge financial toll on many local families, so please only donate if you are in a position to do so. Croc’s Hoppers Crossing is running a Xmas Toy Drive, and will act as a ‘collection point’ for toys/gifts to be dropped off, which will then be given to kids with cancer, and their families/siblings, that are undergoing cancer treatment in Victoria. These gifts make a huge difference to kids’ lives, and can consist of many different ideas. Gifts can be for kids, ranging from babies right up to teenagers. Some suggestions are below . Activities for hospital, craft items etc Colouring packs Pencils, textas etc Note pads LEGO Toys Books, DVD’s, kids magazines etc for hospital stays No Food Please Gifts can be donated up until Friday 18th December for Xmas, however we will happily act as an ongoing collection/donation for Koala Kids. IMPORTANT - As we are in a COVID environment and dealing with kids affected by cancer, we do ask that gifts are new and sealed. Also, please do not wrap the toys, as Koala Kids will handle all of this to ensure sanitisation, and to ensure age appropriate gifts go to the appropriate child. They will be further sanitised by Koala Kids before being given to any kids. If you would like to learn more about this organisation, please visit www.koalakids.org.au . They are AMAZING people. Thanks so much for not only supporting our family business, but for supporting such a great cause. Geoff, Mel, and the team at Croc’s Hoppers Crossing

15.01.2022 One sleep to Early Childhood Educators' Day! Whether it be bringing flowers and plants to the centre tomorrow, or sending us a photo of a picture your child has drawn - let's all bring a little sunshine to some very special people If anyone who is not attending the centre has a special thank you message they would like us to share with our amazing Educators feel free to email them to [email protected] Thanks enjoy the sunshine!!

15.01.2022 Wishing you all a...

14.01.2022 Its a long weekend, a great time to take three deep breaths to lower your heart rate and relax. Taking care of our children is important but so is caring for ourselves. Enjoy your long weekend!

11.01.2022 Happy Educators Day from one of our amazing families!!! Dear all educators, Thank you so much for everything you do for Calvin. We really see that he learned a lot from you, and he's growing well with all your help. You are all amazing! ... Also, a shoutout to teacher Evelyn for the music videos she sent. Calvin enjoys singing along while watching the videos. We pray for all your safety and good health. We can't wait to send Calvin back to the centre after the lockdown. We miss you all! Again, happy educators' day! Lots of love, Calvin and parents

10.01.2022 A simple exercise such as finger breathing can support children to focus, manage feelings and bring a sense of calm. Why not download the latest issue of Embrace from the Victorian Inclusion Agency. This edition features articles promoting children’s sense of belonging, powerful strategies to help children manage their feelings, and a free poster with 19 positive affirmations to support children during tough times. Download here: bit.ly/GetEmbraceWinter2020

10.01.2022 Our pre-kinder room have been learning 'we are one'...here is one our children Lana singing it for us...well done Lana!!

10.01.2022 Vacancies available for our Emu Room for 2021. Please contact the centre on 9395 7477 or [email protected] for more information.

10.01.2022 At Goodstart Point Cook The Strand we are are proud of our relationships within our Team, with our families and our children, this year COVID19 has changed a lot of things for us all and some of our children have been away for some time, but we have continued to maintain our relationships, and for Thank You Day we received some amazing feedback and wanted to share it with you all. #allinthistogether

06.01.2022 One of our children's favourite lunch meals - roast chicken with roast potato & pumpkin, served with mixed veggies, yummy homemade stuffing & gravy!!

04.01.2022 What a wonderful idea in these crazy times. Feel free to support this amazing group.

04.01.2022 Do your children enjoy the song Twinkle Twinkle? Twinkle Twinkle is a popular song in Evelyn's room!

03.01.2022 Let’s get behind this worthy cause...

03.01.2022 All of the Educators and Children were very excited to welcome there friends back today!

01.01.2022 One of our lovely Educators Evelyn loves to sing and dance with her children, and she can play the guitar! today she shared a video with her children of 'If Your Happy & You Know It'.