- To develop flexible and innovative early learning programs which value children’s play, natural curiosity, and will stimulate learning. Fostering in the children an on-going concern for the environment.
- To ensure that all educator's are dedicated, nurturing and professional in the provision of care and education.
- To provide families with support and education about their individual child’s needs.
- To foster the equality of all Children regardless of gender, religious belief, cultural background or ability.
- To embody the principles of conservation, through an environmentally sound approach to management and environmental education programs.
- Provide to educator's the necessary resources, education and support that will enable them to effectively and confidently implement environmentally focused education and housekeeping.
- To provide an environment which meets nutrition, health and safety requirements.
MOST IMPORTANTLY we want children to develop
an understanding of the importance of
FUN and LAUGHTER.
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We will be educating the Children in our care about Environmental issues, we will be laying down the foundations in their minds about the direct impact they as Individuals can have on our planet. The Centre’s programs will reflect environmental issues with the Children taking part in Recycling, planting and caring for vegetable gardens and many ongoing projects that the educators and Children will initiate along the learning path. We aim to empower the Children to take ownership of the Environment.
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The aim at Bellarine Children’s Centre is to be carbon neutral via Solar electricity, Solar hot water, Recycling of rainwater, Doubled glazed windows and high insulation.