Noosaville child care and preschool centre – Koala is a place where children can come to have fun, laugh, discover, explore, experience, experiment, be challenged and make treasured friendships.
- Children
- Children are seen as; people, competent, confident learners, friends and teachers
- Children’s inherent connection to the natural world is encouraged and celebrated where they have the opportunity to explore all natural elements without restriction.
- Play is children’s work. Where appropriate play will be child directed, challenging, interest based, freely chosen and fun.
- Children will be encouraged to explore friendships through our buddy system.
- A play-based learning program will be provided which is designed to stimulate children’s love of learning, discovery, exploration and social concepts.
- Children are encouraged to make choices about their day and make treasured friendships.
- Children will feel safe, secure and supported in an enjoyable environment.
- Families
- Partnerships between staff and families are developed and valued.
- Family consultation will be encouraged and facilitated to review centre policies, practice and philosophy
- Children have the opportunities to develop partnerships across ages and spend time with their siblings
- Families and the community are encouraged to actively participate in the centre’s daily activities and in their child’s learning
- Every child and their families will be treated as an individual with dignity and respect.
- Mutually respectful, honest and trusting relationships between children and adults will be the aim of all interactions.
- Staff
- Staff aim to achieve excellence in their role as educators and nurturers, thereby earning the respect of children, families and other professionals within the community.
- Children will not be discriminated against as recommended by the UN convention on the rights of the child.
- Staff will work in partnership with families so that we can provide the best care for each individual child.
- Mutually respectful, honest and trusting relationships between all Team members will be the aim of all interactions.
- Community
- The NCC&PC Community is defined as children, families and staff will facilitate and provide an opportunity for families to connect and feel a part of their local neighbourhood.
- Work in partnership and network with agencies in order to support children, families and our staff.
- Environment
- Children’s inherent connection to the natural world and the outdoor environment will be encouraged and celebrated.