In regards to Children we believe...
- Children are unique individuals.
- Children are active contributers to their own learning.
- Each child develops at their own pace.
- Children have opportunities to express themselves and be listened to.
- Each child is a valued member of the community.
- All families have the right to feel that they belong to the preschool.
- Each families' interests, beliefs, language and their diversity needs to be respected, supported and celebrated.
- In empowering and supporting families in their children's learning and development.
- All community members contribute to a child's learning and sense of self.
- Learning can happen anywhere, anytime.
- Children learn through collaboration and communication with each other, family, educators and other significant adults.
- Play is essential.
- Learning is a lifelong process that incorporates self reflection and celebration of achievements.
- The focus is on the process not the product.
- Learning is enhanced in an environment where you feel you belong.