At West End Scott Street Kindergarten, it is our mission to work in partnership with children, parents and community, provide a high quality, play-based learning environment that incorporates family and community values. We strive to provide an environment that is welcoming, nurturing, inclusive and provides opportunities for our children to develop positive dispositions to learning. We acknowledge and celebrate the diverse cultural and social backgrounds and experiences of our children. Our centre recognises each child as an individual and fosters an inclusive, accepting environment.
IN RELATION TO CHILDREN
We believe that all children are competent and capable learners. We offer a safe, flexible environment where play, exploration, discovery, curiosity form our pedagogy. We acknowledge and treat children as unique individuals. We create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment where children are encouraged to make decisions about their own learning. Children are supported to develop positive dispositions to learning.
IN RELATION TO FAMILIES
We acknowledge the extensive and varied growth and development that has occurred in the home. Seek to develop and maintain genuine, reciprocal relationships between children, families, staff and community. Respect and value the individual backgrounds and unique culture and customs of families.
IN RELATION TO EDUCATORS
Our staff are passionate, qualified and experienced. Staff engage in ongoing professional development and critical reflection, and are committed to continual professional growth. Our collaborative approach ensures all staff are respected as individuals and are valued as a member of the team. The Early Years Learning Framework (V2), Queensland Kindergarten Learning Guidelines, Listening and Learning Together: C&K Curriculum Approach 2019 and National Quality Standards are embedded in our daily practice to ensure our children receive the highest quality education and care.
IN RELATION TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY
We believe in fostering links between the children, their families and the broader community as there is an understanding of the valuable contribution other resources can make towards the holistic development of each child. We utilise community resources to support and enhance the Centres programs. (NQF area 1). We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders as our nation’s first people and that our kindergarten is on the traditional lands of the Yaggera people. We believe children and their community have the right to know about and develop respect for the history and the stories of the original owners of this land of Australia and we embed this into our program.
