Our philosophy.
How we teach, and what we hold ourselves to.
Our aim is to help children grow to their full potential in an environment that is supportive and nurturing.
Learning
Our play based curriculum embraces the concept of “Belonging, Being, and Becoming” (EYLF), a child initiated, adult facilitated program. We support children to learn through active exploration and interactions with their peers, educators, and the environment.
Community
We recognise that our community is a socially diverse and multicultural society. As a centre we recognise and value this diversity.
Partnerships
We strive for a culture of mutual trust and open communication with our families. We build strong connections with our wider community, in particular schools within our local area.
Sustainability
We take an active role as a community to do our part in caring for our environment and contributing to a sustainable future.
Environment
Our centre provides a calm, stable, welcoming environment. We have wide, open spaces that encourage the children to explore and discover on their own terms.
Our Team
We value a team approach, where all educators are respected and encouraged to work together in a supportive environment. We encourage professional development and reflective practices within our centre.
Acknowledgement of country
West Ryde Long Day Care Centre acknowledges the Wallumedegal People of the Darug Nation, the Aboriginal Traditional Custodians of the land on which we play and learn. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
Come and see the philosophy in action.
The best way to understand how we teach is to walk through the centre on a tour. About thirty minutes, during the week.
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