Goodstart Elwood

Quality Childcare and Early Learning in Goodstart Elwood

Located on Karrum Karrum Country, Goodstart Elwood provides quality childcare and early learning in a welcoming, community-focused environment. A short walk from Elwood and St Kilda beaches, Ormond Road shops and cafés and Elwood Canal, our centre offers a home away from home where children can build strong relationships, develop a sense of belonging and learn through play. Our experienced team creates child-led learning experiences shaped around each child's interests, strengths and growing independence. Book a tour of Goodstart Elwood and discover a nurturing early learning community where children and families can feel known, connected and supported.

What makes Goodstart Elwood special?

• Experienced, longstanding educators – seven team members have been with our centre for more than five years, providing children with consistency, familiar relationships and a strong sense of belonging.
• Three Bachelor-qualified kindergarten teachers – our experienced early childhood teachers deliver engaging, play-based kindergarten programs that support children's confidence, independence and preparation for school.
• A home away from home – strong relationships are at the heart of our centre, creating a close-knit community that can be particularly meaningful for families without extended family nearby in Melbourne.
• Enriching experiences throughout the year – children across all age groups enjoy Magic Kindy dancing, with sports and yoga programs offered each term to encourage movement, confidence and active learning.
• Refreshed learning environments – renovated in 2023, our indoor and outdoor spaces provide engaging environments where children can explore, create, play and follow their curiosity.
• A diverse and welcoming community – our families come from a range of cultural backgrounds, including families from England, Ireland, France and Spain, creating a community where different cultures, experiences and perspectives are valued.
• Connected to the Elwood community – we're close to Elwood and St Kilda beaches, Ormond Road, Elwood Canal and St Kilda Botanical Gardens, with Elwood Primary School, St Columba's Primary School, St Kilda Primary School and St Kilda Park Primary School nearby.

At Goodstart Elwood, children are encouraged to follow their curiosity, make choices and build confidence through meaningful, play-based learning experiences. Our educators take the time to understand each child, using their interests, ideas and strengths to create opportunities that support their social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. Indoor and outdoor play, movement, sport, yoga and dancing provide children with varied ways to explore, connect with others and develop new skills. Families are valued as important partners in their child's learning, with strong relationships and ongoing communication helping children experience a sense of connection between home and the centre. 

Take a tour of our Elwood early learning centre to meet our longstanding team, explore our learning environments and learn more about our kindergarten program. Arrange your visit today and discover a welcoming childcare and kindergarten community where children and families can feel at home.