Our goals aim to promote the whole child, their potential for development and their incorporation into the program regardless of gender, religion, ability, medical conditions or socio-economic status.

• Children will be provided with a stimulating learning environment that will encourage them to actively explore, make decisions and problem-solve.

• Children will be provided with an environment rich in developmentally appropriate programs that will continually enhance the children’s holistic development: social, emotional, cognitive and physical. This environment will motivate the children to extend their skills in these areas.

• For staff to be respectful and sensitive to all family backgrounds and encourage the children to embrace diversity of backgrounds.

• For staff and families to work in partnership for the positive outcomes of the children.

• For children and families to feel safe, secure and valued in our Centre’s environment.

• Children will be encouraged to develop a positive self-concept and to have pride in their efforts and accomplishments. They will be encouraged to challenge themselves and not be afraid of succeeding.

Reviewed December, 2006

Sourced from Centre Philosophy, Centre Policy Handbook and NCAC Quality Practices Guide.