Coastwide Family Day Care
Coastwide Family Day Care
Coastwide Family Day Care
With 35 years of experience delivering quality educational outcomes for children , Coastwide Family Day Care is proud to celebrate its philosophy .
Our Philosophy
Play-based learning environments We believe children learn best through play in play environments which are safe , nurturing and stimulating to evoke curiosity , experimentation and exploration .
Celebrating diversity We believe children deserve to feel loved , accepted and acknowledged as part of a group regardless of difference in inclusive environments which foster positive selfesteem and encourage the opportunity for children to reach their full potential .
Our Guiding Principles Our educational practices and our commitment to each child ’ s learning journey are guided by The National Quality Framework , The Early Years Learning Framework and My Time Our Place – A Framework for School Aged Children .
This national framework acknowledges that quality early childhood education and care shapes each child ’ s future whilst laying a foundation for development and learning . At Coastwide Family Day Care this vision is embedded in educational programming , educator recruitment and training and family day care service design .
Educational Programming Coastwide Family Day Care educational programming is designed to ensure all children experience learning that is engaging and builds success for life .
Educators embrace The Early Years Learning Framework and My Time Our Place principles of secure , respectful and reciprocal relationships , partnerships , high expectations and equity , respect for diversity , ongoing learning and reflective practice .
Secure , respectful and reciprocal relationships are a priority to create a secure basis for exploration and learning . The one educator to four child ratio in family day care enables educators to develop trusting relationships with children and families .
Educators acknowledge that families are a child ’ s first and most influential teachers and reciprocal relationships with families provide the opportunity for educators to work in partnership with families , sharing insights and perspectives .
In addition a shared commitment to respect diversity , access ongoing learning and maintain reflective practice ensures that high expectations and equity are at the centre of all decision-making , programming and documentation .
Educator Recruitment and Training The National Quality Framework identifies that educators with increased skills and qualifications better support children ’ s learning and development . At Coastwide Family Day Care , all educators hold a minimum Certificate III in Education and Care or higher .
Only educators who share a commitment to providing the best possible educational outcomes for children are recruited to the Coastwide Family Day Care umbrella and through the provision of ongoing professional development opportunities , educators are supported to maximise their ability to guide and encourage children to fulfil their potential as early learners .
Family Day Care Service Design Every family day care service offers families a unique education and care environment , designed to provide a balance of indoor and outdoor experiences which reflect the interests and developmental needs of each child .
Although each service is unique , educators share a commitment to respond to the National Quality Framework and to meet the legislative requirements whilst providing developmentally appropriate activities .
To find out more about the Coastwide Family Day Care please visit www . ccfdc . com . au
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