OUR PHILOSOPHY
In relation to Respectful Relationships
- Every child’s rights will be upheld and respected.
- Children’s agencies are promoted by allowing freedom of choice.
- Children will be encouraged to express themselves and gently guided to work to their full potential and achieve individual success.
- Children are viewed as capable, competent and active participants in learning through play.
In relation to Partnerships with Families, Children and Educators
- We work in partnership with families and communities, embracing a shared responsibility for nurturing, fostering and educating young children.
- We have an open door policy and encourage open and honest communication.
- Parents views are respected and valued.
- Every child is valued
- Every educator is valued and their wellness is important to us
In relation to High Expectations and Equity
- All aspects of practice and pedagogy are to be proactively challenged and deconstructed to address privilege, power and inequity.
- We differentiate our learning to meet the unique needs and the abilities of each child.
- Safe yet challenging, inspiring and dynamic environments are created to foster dispositions and sense of wonder for lifelong learning.
- Through attention to nutrition and education we aim to establish sound eating habits, contributing to the lifelong health and wellbeing of children.
In relation to Respect for Diversity
- We embrace diversity and difference while appreciating similarities and common bonds.
- We are inclusive of all members of the community, embracing all beliefs, religions and cultures.
- We will continue to actively value the perspectives and contributions of the Indigenous culture, in particular, the Kombumerri people, by creating a culturally responsive centre.
In relation to Respectful Practice
Ongoing professional development, respective practice and engagement with early childhood research drives continual improvement and guides decision making processes in relation to environment, teaching practice, relationships and long term sustainability.
