Vision for Highgate Early Learning Centre

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Highgate Early Learning Centre strives to be an extension of family that creates and nurtures a connected community of parents, children, and staff. The essence of Highgate is captured in its motto:

“where the community spirit shines.”

 

Mission Statement

Highgate Early Learning Centre Inc. is a not-for-profit organisation, governed by a parent committee working collaboratively with all major stakeholders. We provide high quality early childhood education and care based on community values and assess against all relevant government standards.

 

For Children we will:

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• Invite and inspire curiosity, creativity, enthusiasm, imagination, and a love of learning

• Create a relaxed and nurturing environment to laugh, have fun and learn through play

• Encourage friendships to grow and develop naturally through play and exploration

• Guide and support them to develop social and emotional tools and skills including mindfulness and resilience

• Respect their right to make their own choices and decisions

• Use emotion coaching strategies to support children’s social and emotional wellbeing

• Teach them personal safety skills and strategies

 

As Educators and staff, we will:

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• Be exceptional and passionate role models and leaders of quality education

• Implement an integrated teaching and learning approach that builds on children’s interests and strengths

• Work closely with families, educators and other professionals to achieve the best outcome for children

• Nurture and care for ourselves and our wellbeing and engage in mindfulness practices

• Drive continuous improvement through reflective practice

• Provide children with opportunities to safely explore their community and environment

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For our Families we will:

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• Create platforms for involvement within our educational programs and community events

• Respect a child’s home as the first learning environment

• Work collaboratively through shared decision making and information sharing

• Provide a welcoming environment where all families feel valued, respected and opinions are heard

• Endeavor to meet the needs of the whole family

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Management will:

 

• Make financially sound decisions to ensure future viability whist maintaining a not-for-profit status

• Keep fees affordable without compromising the level of care and support to children and families

• Maintain a safe environment and culture which values and supports children, families, and educators

• Be collaborative leaders and ensure decisions are based on the best interests of children, families, and educators

• Encourage & support innovation, continuous improvement and the development of new ideas

• Encourage and support professional growth and development opportunities

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Our Community will:

 

• Build secure attachments and a sense of belonging

• Create an inclusive environment that provides access, meaningful participation, and promotes positive outcomes

• Listen to the voices of all stakeholders, engaging in respectful and honest communication whilst maintaining confidentiality

• Build connections and relationships within our local and wider community to create depth and richness to children’s learning

• Connect with local Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples to develop knowledge and a deep understanding of this culture to share within our service

• Encourage and support all learning and development opportunities

• Remain committed to being a Child Safe community and organisation by continually reviewing our child safe practices and provide training and resources to all stakeholders

• Value diversity in our community and embrace our multicultural identity

• Celebrate achievements and success and maintain our reputation in the community

• Empower individuals to be confident and believe they are capable

• Care for the environment and implement sustainable practices