Kate

I believe:

...in the importance of developing secure, trusting relationships with children and their families. Ensuring children’s emotional and psychological wellbeing is fundamental. Research supports from a secure base, children’s brains are at their optimal for learning and development.

...that children are competent co-constructors in their learning journey; shaping and directing it through their existing knowledge, interests and creativity of thought.

...play is a child’s primary vehicle for learning. Early childhood education is the foundation for life long learning.

...a child’s family are their first and forever teachers.

...providing opportunities to play in the natural world develops love and respect for the environment. Its calming effect assists with self regulation and provides open ended play opportunities.

...we have a responsibility to our children and to Australia’s first people to actively embrace reconciliation.