About Us

Good Beginnings was founded out of a home visiting program in 1997, and has grown to become a leading provider of unique community-supported early intervention programs for children and families in Australia. We focus on children who are at risk in the absence of early intervention strategies, with practical parenting programs and support.

We now have over 100 programs across every state and territory in Australia, based at Good Beginnings Early Years Centres or at partner primary school sites. Our programs are provided free of charge to children and families in need.

Our Vision

A Good Beginning for every child in Australia.

Our Mission

Good Beginnings builds better outcomes for children in vulnerable communities through effective early intervention programs.

Figure reference: Allen, G. (2011). Early Intervention: the Next Steps.
An Independent Report to Her Majesty’s Government.

Our Guiding Values

Child-focused
We work to achieve what is in the best interest of the child. We believe that a well supported family is best placed to respond appropriately to a child’s needs.

Strengths-based  
We respect the unique capacities, individuality and diversity of all those with whom we interact. We value and build on each person’s strengths and encourage their independence.

Local ownership 
We acknowledge that every community benefits from identifying its own needs and creating its own solutions. We therefore encourage decision making by communities in the shaping of their local Good Beginnings programs.

Inclusiveness and collaboration
We work in partnership with each other, with families and with other agencies. We are committed to sharing knowledge, expertise and resources to build trust and respect.

Evidence-based practice
We focus on prevention and early intervention activities as the most effective way of supporting children and families. We continuously draw on evaluations, practice wisdom and new evidence to improve our practice.

Learning through innovation
We provide opportunities for reflection, learning and development in a safe and inspiring work environment. We nurture innovation, creativity and flexibility.