OUR PHILOSOPHY
At Scone and District Pre-School, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to feel empowered, nurtured, and supported in their journey of growth.
We are committed to fostering a learning environment where each child feels safe, secure, and confident in their own identity. Through intentional experiences that celebrate equity, inclusion, and diversity, we encourage children to immerse themselves in play and enjoy the present moment.
We are committed to reflective practice and ongoing professional learning, ensuring that our team continually improves pedagogical practices and enhances outcomes for all children.
Our belief is, that each child has the right to explore their natural curiosity within a stimulating environment, which promotes decision-making, their sense of agency, their voice’s being heard and recognised, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
In partnership with families, children, and committee members, we embed sustainable practices that encourage each child to become an active learner and contribute to their understanding of environmental, social, and economic sustainability.
We are committed to learning from the rich history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are on a journey to embed their perspectives into our practices. By doing so, we aim to create a culturally safe space that welcomes and celebrates all members of our community.
Our approach is based on collaboration with children, families, and the wider community. We recognise and build on the strengths and knowledge of each child, believing that this practice optimises their ability to achieve meaningful learning outcomes.
Our curriculum we provide, follows the principles of the Early Years Learning Framework (Version 2.0, 2022). We support each child’s growth through play-based learning and intentional teaching strategies. Our educators assess children’s goals, skills, and interests to ensure the educational program is tailored to their individual development.
We value each child’s agency and strive to honour their unique cultural backgrounds, traditions, and ways of knowing. By incorporating both planned and spontaneous learning moments, we scaffold children’s development in a way that is relevant and engaging.
As educators, we advocate for every child, keeping their best interests at heart. We provide enriching play-based learning experiences that are meaningful and connected to each child’s life, fostering growth in a supportive, nurturing environment.
We believe in the importance of strong community connections and actively engage in partnerships with local schools, councils, and other professional services.