Goodstart Early Learning Albury - Mate Street

19/10/2026

What do children really need to flourish?

As parents, we hear all the time that the early years matter. But when you’re choosing an early learning centre, what should you actually be looking for? What does high-quality early learning really look and feel like?

We asked Goodstart Chief Children’s Officer and early learning expert Professor Cathrine Neilsen-Hewett to break down what the evidence tells us makes the biggest difference for children.
And it’s not about having the newest equipment, the fanciest toys or the most picture-perfect rooms.

It’s about the things happening within those spaces every day: skilled educators, strong and secure relationships, rich interactions with other children, intentional play-based learning, and strong leadership and supportive team culture.

When these elements come together, early learning becomes so much more than a place children spend their day. It becomes an environment where they can feel safe and supported, build relationships, explore, play, learn and flourish.

Come explore our centre - https://brnw.ch/21x6wKy

We can't wait to meet you 👋

17/10/2026

We have our winners for our monster raffle!!! 💪💪💪

But firstly a big thank you to everyone who donated prizes and brought tickets in our monster raffle for Relay for Life!!
Thank you to Goodstart Early Learning Albury - Pemberton Street for inviting us to take part this year!

In total our team raised an amazing $2300!! It was so much fun and we will be back next year for sure!!

Coming in 3rd🥉- Our very own Emily Templar

Settling for 2nd prize🥈- The Healds!! Maddison Heald and Codey Heald

And the lucky winner of first🥇.....🥁🥁🥁....Benny Cambell from North Albury Cricket Club!!

Thanks again everyone!! 👏👏👏

16/10/2026

Messy but necessary🫟
These experiences offer our youngest citizens the opportunity to develop many skills.
But fun, joy and laughter are the most important✨

12/10/2026

Goodstart communities getting together for a great cause!! Come and see us in the office for a ticket or come down buy and support us on the day! 💪🫶

Tickets are available for our Monster Raffle. If you would like to buy a ticket, they are available from Goodstart Early Learning Albury - Mate Street or Goodstart Early Learning Albury - Pemberton Street Goodstart Early Learning Thurgoona . Tickets are $5 each and will be drawn at the BORDER Relay For Life

12/10/2026

Surrounded by trusting and responsive educators, our youngest citizens are empowered through everyday rituals to master life skills, build independence, and develop the confidence to believe in themselves and their potential✨

09/10/2026

📣🤩 Need something to entertain the kids today? The head to the Kinross for lots of fun and games! 🤩📣

🎈🎨 KIDS DAY OUT AT THE KINROSS! 🎨🎈

School holidays just got a whole lot more exciting! 🤩 Bring the kids along for an afternoon packed with fun and entertainment!

📅 Saturday, October 10
⏰ 1PM – 4PM
📍 Kinross Woolshed

🎪 Inflatable Carnival Games
⚽ Soccer Darts
🎈 Balloon Twisting
🎨 Face Painting
🐴 $5 Pony Rides
🏰 Jumping Castle
🎳 $10 Bowling for Kids

🎟️ FREE ENTRY! Plus, every kids meal comes with an entry ticket into our prize draw, with 2 awesome prize packs up for grabs! 🏆

Bring the whole family, grab a meal, and let the kids run wild! ❤️

Save the date — we’ll see you at The Kinross! 🎉

09/10/2026

Did you know that earth worms have 5 hearts?
🪱🩵💛❤️💙🩷🪱
Our preschoolers may only have one ❤️ but they hold so many feelings! Inspired by The Colour Monster, children have been exploring emotions and expressing friendship, love and belonging through the many hearts appearing in their artwork.

07/10/2026

Looking for the right early learning centre for your family? Come and see us. 💛

This October is Open Door Month at Goodstart.

Come in for a tour, meet our educators, explore the learning spaces and ask the questions that matter to you.

Whether you’re just starting to look, comparing your options or ready to choose a centre, we’re here to help you find the right fit for your family.

Book a tour today. We can’t wait to meet you!
📅 https://brnw.ch/21x6dEp

03/10/2026

Enjoy the long weekend everyone!

02/10/2026

Big smiles from our newly graduated educators!😃

Congratulations to Morgan and Renee who have completed their Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care through Goodstart's Traineeship program, and to Emily for completing her Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care through Wodonga TAFE.

🌟The future is bright at GS Mate Street!🌟