Goodstart Early Learning Woodend in Woodend, Victoria | Childcare service

Goodstart Early Learning Woodend

Locality: Woodend, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5427 2241

Address: 12 Wood Street 3442 Woodend, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.goodstart.org.au/centres/woodend

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24.01.2022 Who doesn't love Bubbles!!! Here is the lovely Tiffany demonstrating how to make your very own bouncing bubbles and wands at home, all you need is: 4 Tbs Water... 1 Tbs dish liquid 2 Tbs sugar 6 straws 1 elastic band Now your bubble solution is ready and its time for the FUN

22.01.2022 Happy Father's Day to all our Goodstart Woodend Dads

20.01.2022 We Got A Cook!!!! Meet our new and highly experienced chef Karamjeet (Preet). We are so excited to have you join our team and look forward to tasting your nourishing and mouth watering meals. Hello to the children and families at Woodend, I am so happy to be here. ... A little bit about me is I have 3 children and have been married for 13 years. I have 55 budgies, 11 chickens and 2 rainbow parrots. I have a huge vegetable garden that I spend many hours caring for as I like to cook fresh and eat fresh food, I never buy precooked foods so my garden has all the vegetables I need to feed my family through all the seasons. My daughter plays domestic and state basketball so much of my free time is spent traveling all over Melbourne to watch her games. I love reading, I leave no cook book unread I enjoy looking at recipes to add to my skills to compliment my hospitality training. I am super organized and like things clean and put in their place. I am very fussy when it comes to cooking as it is important to me that not only does the food taste good but it also has to look good!!! I have a very positive and a ‘Can do’ attitude and I can’t wait to deliver new and exciting cuisine to the children at Goodstart.

19.01.2022 Lets Draw A Water Animal Pre- kinder drawing table is set up to promote a cultural repertoire in children’s work. Here children can be inspired to draw from a cultural perspective, imitating design and composition reflected in colours and symbols. Also included are 3D representations for children to touch, feel and look at. Design by: Pre- kinder educator Marine

18.01.2022 Educator Marine read the story 'Seeing Other People Wearing Masks' Written by Autism Little Learners. We hope you enjoy

13.01.2022 Did you know? Whilst participating in a bug hunt one of the children discovered a lady bug, a small group gathered and children started to discuss and share their knowledge about bugs and insects Maeve; Did you know that caterpillars turn into butterflies!! From this teacher’s seized the opportunity to extend on children’s knowledge and interest and this is how the life cycle of a butterfly evolved. Child led learning is what creates the educational curriculum at Goodstart Woodend. Design by educator Caitey

12.01.2022 When Baby Arrives Dealing with a new sibling at home can be tough on a 2-year-old. Here in the Toddler room educators have set up a little Nursery room for children to role play. Lots of love, gentleness and care is observed as the children engage in changing dollies diapers, patting dolly to sleep, feeding and reading stories to their doll. Providing children space and time to act out and mimic things they see happening at home helps ease the transition in becoming a big sibling. Design by educator Lauren

12.01.2022 Colours of Autumn Look at this inspirational Autumn art space children in the Pre kinder room can engage with. This is an excellent way for children to feel the various textures of smooth, rough, soft and crunchy. Children can create art work; drawing, painting, collage and colouring using the marvelous colours Autumn brings. Design by student Laura

12.01.2022 How Many People Live in Your House? Symbolic play provides our infants opportunity to imitate memories they have of what they see, hear and feel. Educators intentionally design play spaces that have a clear purpose so that children can expand their imagination. Design by educator Lauren

11.01.2022 Are YOU A SUPER Friend? Kinder educator Caitey is reading a story called 'I Can Be A Super Friend' adapted from a CSEFEL social story by Kelly Leonhardt. A great book to promote conversations with children about kindness, respect and empathy.

11.01.2022 Incorporating Natural Materials Nature is an endless resource that can be incorporated into children's learning experiences. With the arrival of Autumn, it’s a perfect time for collecting and threading from nature. This activity can be done at home and is a wonderful way to support children's fine motor capabilities. Design by educator Tarlia

10.01.2022 Uncooked Play dough Here is Tiarna sharing a quick and easy play dough receipe that you can make at home. Play dough is an activity which children always have a positive experience with and is relaxing and highly therapeutic. Ingredients ... 1 cup flour 1/4 cup salt 1tbs cooking oil A few drops of food colouring 1/2 cup water Mix all ingredients together and watch the magic form

04.01.2022 Goodstart@Home We know many Victorian families are spending more time at home. Regardless of whether you attend one of our centres, we’re here to help! Goodstart@Home is an online platform we've created to support parents and children to learn, explore and play at home.... It’s an activity hub filled with hundreds of fun and inspiring things to do at home, along with some really helpful information, tools and advice about children’s routines, behaviour and emotions. The best news is it’s available for everyone. Even if you aren’t a Goodstart family you can access Goodstart@Home for only $12 per year ($1 per month). Because we care about children’s learning and are here to help! https://athome.goodstart.org.au/

04.01.2022 Happy Educators Day Goodstart Woodend celebrated Educators day in style, staff and children dressed up with a theme "What do you want to be when you grow up?" We had, ambulance officer's, gym instructors, race car driver, tennis players, captains and pirates to name a few!!!! There was also a little surprise pamper pack to spoil our hard working team. Thank you to each and every one of you for the work that you do. The relationships that you have with children and families make a difference in their lives and for that you are invaluable.

03.01.2022 We Are Hiring-Assistant Director About Goodstart - We’re Goodstart a not-for-profit with a vision for Australia’s children to have the best possible start in life. We’re Australia’s largest early learning and care provider, and our people are passionate about the benefits of early learning. You will be joining an organisation with a Vision for Australia’s children to have the best possible start in life.... This is a permanent full time position for 38 hours per week working as an Assistant Director/Centre Float Some awesome things about our Centre:- Small Centre - 60 places Friendly, welcoming and supportive team with a variety of experiences Community focused Centre we have a very close-knit community and have a great relationship with our local area Our Director is direct, honest and has high standards for our children. She has big visions and goals for our future. But also believes in rewarding hard work. Centre operates from 6:30AM 6:30PM Position Requirements:- Must hold at least a Diploma in children’s services (or ACECQA assessed equivalent) Have substantial experience as a senior educator or educational leader role Previous experience with business administration (desirable) You Will Help Achieve This By:- Support the centre director in the leadership of the team to provide high-quality early learning and care Responsible for the overall management of the centre in the centre director’s absence Use and implement the Goodstart Practice Guide What Goodstart Can Offer You: We pay highly competitive salaries above the national award rates Amazing Career Pathway to becoming a Centre Director Comprehensive Induction Program Employee benefits that range from childcare discounts, discounted travel, insurance, and technology Career opportunities and paid learning and development Purchased additional annual leave Friendly and support team with large national head office support Ongoing professional development and opportunities which include overseas study tours, secondments to rural communities and up skilling programs. To apply click on the link below https://career10.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer

03.01.2022 Introducing Harrison our considerate and ambitious Pre- kinder. We asked Harrison to share his thoughts about his busy and dynamic class room How old are you? Hmmmm 3 (holding up three fingers). I’m almost turning 4... What things do you like to do in the Pre- kinder room? I like activities this magnet (pointing to letters) I do like alphabets. Blocks, I build houses with them and trees, big bits and bottom bits (blocks) Do you do drawing and painting here? I do paint, I paint Mummy and Daddy and my baby Oscar What foods do you like to eat when you come here? I like to eat pasta Fruit- oranges, apples, bananas and pears How do you help in the kinder room? I help Marine making the beds What do you like to learn about? Hmmmmmm (tapping his fingers over his mouth, deep in thought) I like to learn about the alphabet. I learn Auslan..I have a Auslan poster at home but I don’t know where it is And what do you want to be when you grow up? I want to be a set up camp fire and do fishing

03.01.2022 Kathy From The Kitchen Children enjoy taking on extra responsibility by assisting with home routines, what better way to do this than by cooking together. Here's a simple and quick snack you can make and enjoy at home Tzatziki Dip... 2 cups Greek yoghurt 1tbs of garlic 1 tbs olive oil Pinch of salt 2 cucumbers shredded and excess water squeezed. Mix all ingredients together, place in bowl and refrigerate.

01.01.2022 Interview with a Teacher Meet Kristal our calm and nurturing educator who is always willing to roll her sleeves up to get the job done, no task is too big or too small!! Kristal has a kind and caring nature who is positive and yes its trueis always smiling, it is a delight to have her in our team. How long have you worked at Goodstart Woodend?... 9 years (with a few breaks!!) Tell us about your family. I live in Woodend with my husband, daughter Asher who is 5 years and my son Alfie who is 3 years. We also have a dog named Bailee and a cat named Ollie. Where did you grow up? Where else have you lived? I grew up in Mount Macedon and lived there until I was 22, I then moved to Melton for 5 years and then moved to Woodend and have been here now for 4 years. What do you enjoy doing outside of work? On the weekends we love to go to parks, out for lunch, picnic and going to the beach. We also love exploring new places. I like reading books. What do you enjoy about working here? I love the families and kids that attend here. I love teaching children new things and enjoy watching them grow up to be their own little person. How would your family and friends describe you? I am very quiet but easy to get along with and am very empathetic when it comes to my friends and family, oh and yes you will always see me smiling :0) What are the values that drive you? Positivity is a big one for me, you always have to look on the bright side!! Trust is important in childcare and I highly regard it. Respect for others including children, families and fellow coworkers is also important to me, What are your career aspirations? I would like to further my studies in child care and focus on Auslan in particular. I love working with children and can’t see that changing anytime soon!!