Educational Programs & Practices | In relation to Educational Programs & Practice we believe:
We achieve this by:Listening to children’s voices and observing their interests in order to develop high-quality educational programs that support their development holistically; physically, socially, emotionally, cognitively, creatively and morally. Educators will participate in an active process of reflection. We will stimulate and challenge children by providing planned and unplanned environments and experiences, based on all children’s needs, interests, knowledge and skills. |
Children's Health & Safety | In relation to Children's Health & Safety we believe:
We achieve this by:Working to provide a safe and nurturing environment which priorities the care of each child. Assessing the service for safety aspects daily and throughout each day. Collaborating and creating a menu based on the Australian Dietary Guidelines which also reflects the cultures of the centre and age appropriateness of the children. |
Physical Environment | In relation to the Physical Environment we believe:
We achieve this by:Modelling care and respect for the environment and creating opportunities for children to engage in the natural world. Educators will collaborate with one another to create warm and welcoming environments using natural materials. |
Educators | In relation to Educators we believe:
We achieve this by:By engaging in meetings and promoting open communication amongst professionals; providing opportunities for educators to develop their professional knowledge. We will engage in respectful relationships with one another and share our skills generously. |
Children | In relation to Children we believe:
We achieve this by:Supporting children’s unique identity, self-esteem, independence, agency and initiative. We will value children’s differences and rights; endeavouring to cater for all children’s individual needs, building warm trusting relationships. We will model and teach appropriate behaviour and consult with parents/guardians if needed. Building warm and trusting relationships with each child. Only using electronic devices used as a supplement to program experiences. |
Partnerships with Families | In relation to Partnerships with Families we believe:
We achieve this by:Building partnerships with families; recognising the expertise and cultural values, engaging and encouraging parents to participate in, and help to develop, our centre and share in decision making about their child’s learning and well-being. Supporting and providing information to cater for families, their needs and interests. |
Partnerships with Communities | In relation to Partnerships with Communities we believe:
We achieve this by:Reflecting and incorporating our local community in the daily life of our centre and having resources and information readily on hand to support our families. Facilitating connections between our children, their families and our local community. |
Governance & Leadership | In Relation to Governance & Leadership we believe:
We achieve this by:Working alongside ACECQA and the NSW and Australian government to ensure regulations are implemented and abided by. Continuously self-assessing and finding strengths and improvements within the service to provide quality care and education for all children and families. Educators will be encouraged to engage in regular development and management will provide the support needed to educators to build on their skills and knowledge. |
We acknowledge the guidance of the EYLF(Early Years Learning Framework) and the NQF(National Quality Framework) in developing this philosophy as well as the contributions of our professionals and families.