Our Philosophy

 

Our mission in our program is to provide a nurturing, safe and secure environment for children to learn through play. The environment is open and flexible, allowing for playful exploration, problem solving and creativity.  Our program will provide a responsive environment where all aspects of the child’s well-being is considered.

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The environment is our third teacher, and exploring nature is encouraged through outdoors play with a variety of materials.  Materials and equipment are set out to encourage exploration and consideration is given to the children’s strengths, interests and desires.

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Educators will co-construct, co-research and be co-imaginers of possibilities, creating an environment of responsive care.  Educators will have positive and beneficial interactions where the children are given a sense of being cared for and cared about.

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Through involvement in our community, we are building a place of vitality.  We feel that community members and families play a strong role in our environment and involvement within the center. 

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As mighty learners and citizens of our community, children have the opportunity to explore and create a love of learning that we hope will follow them throughout their lives.