We acknowledge the Wurundjeri people, the traditional owners of the land and waterways on which we learn and play. Together we learn to care for the earth, the creatures and one another, including learning about and participating in sustainable practices.
We believe in creating a child safe environment and follow all guidelines to ensure each child is given a positive and safe experience at Kindergarten.
At Dr. Stanley Cochrane Memorial Kindergarten we take pride in providing a learning environment that is warm, inviting, stimulating and one which fosters a sense of belonging not only to children but also their families. The success of our kinder program is reliant on strong, trusting and positive relationships between families and educators.
Our educators support one another through open communication and respect, celebrating the strengths of one another. In their interactions with children, educators also respect the views and feelings of each child and recognise children’s individual strengths and achievements, encouragement and guidance. Critical reflection plays a vital role in our growth as a kindergarten.
We have high expectations for all children and believe each unique child has the ability to contribute to their own learning experiences. Children are given opportunities to make their own choices and are supported by educators to extend their abilities and interests. Children’s agency is reflected through each child’s voice within the program.
We are a place of learners, amongst educators and children alike, valuing and encouraging the journey of personal growth.
We believe in empowering children to make choices, grow, take risks, build resilience by making and learning from mistakes and be confident to express themselves.
We nurture community-orientated and socially minded children, and role-model, encourage and embrace kindness in all relationships, interactions and learning at kindergarten.
We promote children’s wellbeing and celebrate their diversity. Each child and their family are unique, and it is our pleasure to celebrate, respect and value this.
We strive to include, support and nurture each child, and their family, to feel like they belong to and are a highly valued member of our special community here at Dr Stanley Cochrane Memorial Kindergarten.
You are encouraged to read more about the Victoria Early Years Learning and Development Framework at: www.education.vic.gov.au/earlylearning.
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