We, as Early Childhood Educators, commit to high expectations for every child, and to working with families and our community to support, extend and enrich children’s learning and development. We use reflective practices in our curriculum decision making to make a positive difference to children’s learning. We are guided by the Principles, Practices and Outcomes of the Victorian Early Years Learning & Development Framework (VEYLDF), and the National Quality Standards (NQS).

Play is learning

Play is very important for children. When children play, they are showing what they have learned and what they are trying to understand. We believe children are capable and competent, are able to initiate learning, participate in decision-making and take responsibility for daily tasks. We promote conversations, literacy, numeracy, language and social development. Our environment is welcoming, safe and secure, interesting, inviting and challenging. We provide equipment and resources, whilst allowing the time and space for the children to explore, play and learn.

We celebrate each day at kindergarten and share evidence of learning in action through our day book, individual portfolios and shared documents. We acknowledge our philosophy statement is continually evolving and relies on contributions from children, families, educators and our unique community.