OUR VISION

Enriching Childhood

OUR MISSION

Enriching Childhood by:

• Appreciating children for who they are;

• Enhancing the environment to enable discoveries and learning; and

• Informing, inspiring and challenging children to think and live in new ways.

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• We acknowledge and respect the traditional custodians of the land on which we meet; the Nganduwal people of the Bundjalung nation.

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• The rights and best interests of the child are paramount

          This is why we uphold the United Nations Rights of the Child and ECA Code of Ethics.

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• We believe in the importance of relationships and connections

-          These need to be genuine, trusting, respectful, honest and caring.

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• We respect families as a child’s first educator

-         We strive to develop partnerships with families to facilitate continuity of care, where both               parties can learn from one another.

• We embrace diversity

-          We believe that all children, families and educators bring unique skills, abilities, interests,             ideas, cultures and life experiences to our centre.  Providing inclusive practices promotes               equity and a strong sense of belonging.

• Everyone has the right to be heard

        Children, families, educators and management.

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• We value community

         We continue to look for ways to make connections with our local and wider community.

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• We are responsible for our environment

        We recognise and value natural resources and seek to embed sustainable practices within            the centre.

         Our rural environment is a big part of our centre, and the welcoming feel it creates, a                  connection to the natural environment that we aim to nurture.

         An environment that is safe, calm and nurturing allows children, families and educators a              space that is inviting, engaging and fun.

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• We believe in learning through play

         Play is a very important part of childhood. It allows children to experiment with the world              around them and the emotional world inside them. Children need time to just to “Be”.

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• We believe in ongoing improvement.

        By continually reviewing and critically reflecting on our practices, in conjunction with                   professional development and consultation with families, we are able to strive for best                 practice.

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OUR PHILOSOPHY