Our statement of philosophy guides the decision-making around all teaching and engagement of children in the program.

Here at Civic Kindergarten we acknowledge the unique time of early childhood by providing a stimulating play-based and developmentally-appropriate educational program based on sound pedagogy (principles and practice) and research.

We know that children are motivated to learn when they feel good about themselves, confidently able to explore friendships, experiences and interests.

We encourage children to bring their unique interests to the program to extend and enrich their knowledge and understanding of their world.

We prefer the use of natural materials to further complement and enhance the indoor and outdoor learning spaces.

We value the environment and adopt sustainable practices to support children’s learning in this area.

We value each child as an individual and our planning for each child is guided by effective, collaborative and reflective practice principles.

Our curriculum is also guided by the Victorian Early Years Learning and Development Framework:

Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity

Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world

Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of well being

Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners

Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators.

We believe that positive interaction and sensitive, nurturing relationships are fundamental elements for all children to thrive and develop during their preschool years.

We are committed to Indigenous Australian’s cultural safety and the cultural and linguistically diverse cultural safety of children with a disability.

We include children with additional needs in our program and understand that early intervention is critical for successful outcomes for all children.

We acknowledge the critical importance of the partnership between families and staff in the children’s learning environment and we work towards positive and respectful relationships in order to provide the highest quality program for each child.

Staff are committed to providing a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where predictable routines and positive encouragement support each child’s learning and development.

The Management Committee fully support the National Quality Framework and the continued professional development of each staff member in the interests of providing a high-quality children’s service.

The early years are fundamental to a child’s emotional, cognitive and social development.

Here at Civic Kindergarten, we commit to:

• Providing a stimulating play-based and developmentally appropriate educational program based on sound principles and research.
• Motivating children to feel good about themselves, confidently able to explore friendships, experiences and interests.
• Encouraging children to bring their unique interests to the program to enrich their knowledge and understanding of their world.
• Using natural materials to further complement and enhance the indoor and outdoor learning spaces.

• Valuing each child as an individual.

Our service is guided by the National Quality Standards and The Victorian Early Years Learning Framework.  These frameworks guide and shape the curriculum for all education and care services for children under the age of 12 in Australia.

Children’s neurological pathways multiply and develop faster in the first five years than at any other time in their life. The architecture of a child’s brain is shaped by high quality interactions with trusted adults and peers. The foundation of a strong relationship with educators is fundamental for future success.

Our educators understand the impact relationships have on a child’s learning journey and are committed to ongoing professional development to stay current in their knowledge of how best to plan a program for every child’s developing mind.

For a child, play and learning are interrelated and our team of educational professionals embrace this. Each day, interactive learning experiences for children are offered to explore concepts of literacy and numeracy (amongst other things) using their interests as a vehicle to learning

A holistic approach to your child’s development is prioritised through our focus on social and emotional well-being. Concepts such as confidence, resilience, developing friendships and self-care are embedded throughout the day and explored in small and large groups, as well as during spontaneous conversations with educators.

Information about the program, observations and stories about your child and their involvement in learning projects will be available to you via a number of different resources (refer to Communication section). This helps to keep you connected to your child’s learning journey and share in their wonder and joy as they explore and discover.

We invite and encourage parents and family members to schedule meeting times with their child’s teacher to discuss specific details about their child’s development.

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