Shahnaz

I believe that all children learn differently. A child’s early years are some of the most important in regards to their learning and development. I believe that early childhood education should provide the foundations for future learning experiences therefore emphasizing the importance for excellence and high quality care.

I value children as active learners who are constantly involved in exploring and experimenting within their environment. I develop programs based on the interest of the children and which also reflect the children’s needs, strengths and backgrounds. My planning is guided by the National Quality Standards and it upholds the Early Childhood Australia’s Code of Ethics.

I understand that children need to feel secure in their environment and I believe that this can be achieved by developing strong relationships with children and their families. I encourage the involvement of families and community groups who play a vital role in achieving excellence.

I support environmental sustainability by encouraging children and families to take an active role in caring for our environment and by embedding practices such as energy and water conservation, recycling, and gaining an appreciation for the natural world.