Being, Becoming, Belonging
Environmentally Mindful
Learning through play
Opportunities
Nurturing
Guidance and scaffolding
Inclusive
Natural world
Growing together
Being, Becoming, Belonging We use the EYLF framework to guide our practice, and see Being, Become, and Belonging as integral to children’s growth and development. We support each child's individual journey and value children for who they are in the present, honouring their individual interests, strengths, and identities. We support their becoming by encouraging growth, learning, and confidence as they develop new skills and understandings. Through respectful relationships and inclusive practices, we foster a strong sense of belonging, where everychild feels safe, valued, and connected within our preschool community.
Environmentally Mindful At QPK we see children as the future leaders of our world, valuing the time we have with each of our children to educate them on the importance of our environment. We view our environment as interconnected, vital to our way of living, and a part of our culture, and our being. We cherish our place in teaching the next generation on how to respect, preserve, and care for our environment, and everything in it. We value sustainability to positively and practically influence our environment, considering the R’s of sustainability in practice; Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Refuse, Repair, Restore, Reconsider, and plan experiences and learning for children surrounding these sustainable practices.
Learning Through Play We value and advocate for children’s right to play and see play as the important work of children, viewing play as a way for children to investigate, explore, research, and make sense of their world. Play- based learning is a holistic and inclusive approach that allows all children to be present in their learning no matter what level they are at. As they play, children grow in all learning domains simultaneously and develop their curiosity and lifelong love for learning. The resources we use, the environments we set up and the way we interact with children are all intentional so children gain the most learning and joy possible through their play.
Opportunities At our community preschool, we see opportunity in every moment—big or small. Each child is viewed as capable, curious, and full of potential. We intentionally create an environment where opportunities for discovery, creativity, and connection are woven into daily experiences. We believe that when children are given meaningful opportunities to learn in their own way and at their own pace, they develop a lifelong love of learning and a strong sense of belonging in the world around them.
Nurturing We nurture our children, ensuring that our children’s safety, rights, and best interests are the paramount considerations in all of our decisions and actions. We role model and teach empathy, fairness, kindness, and respect, which fosters the growth of nurturing mindsets for our children.
Guidance and Scaffolding At QPK our educators are active participants in children’s learning, using scaffolding and guidance to facilitate, sustain, extend, challenge and deepen children’s ideas, development, and skills. Educators scaffold children’s ideas for play by acting as a bridge for learning,’ assisting them in reaching previously unattainable knowledge through questioning, role modelling, prompting, demonstrating, providing resources, and suggesting, acting as a facilitator of learning.
Inclusive At our preschool, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We create a welcoming and respectful environment where every effort is made to ensure every child and family feels valued, seen, and supported. We embrace diversity in all its forms like culture, ability, language, and identity and we view these differences as strengths that enrich our community.
Natural World We value learning in and through our natural environment, recognising it as a vital part of children’s growth and development. By engaging with the world around us, children develop respect, curiosity, and a deeper understanding of nature, while also learning to care for and respect all living creatures, fostering a lifelong appreciation for the environment.
Growing Together At QPK we value our profession as an opportunity to grow, explore, learn with children, as equals, viewing children as competent and capable learners who have rights, and agency. Our educators and teachers engage with other professionals and community members to gain valuable knowledge and a shared understanding/goals to support children and families, building relationships that are authentic, meaningful, and based on a shared mindset for growth and support. Growing together reflects our belief that learning is a shared journey. We nurture strong partnerships between children, educators, families, and the wider community, recognising that each relationship plays a vital role in development. Through collaboration, encouragement, and mutual respect, we support children as they build skills, confidence, and a sense of identity.
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