ABOUT
Children have so much to offer, we must be attuned to them
Eco Early Learning & Bush Kinder recognizes that children are competent individuals who have many strengths and abilities. We understand that all our communities share a common goal, that is, the best possible outcomes for the child. To achieve this, we recognise that embedding the family's aspirations, the educator's knowledge and understanding of early childhood theory and National Quality Standards is essential. We will provide a safe and nurturing space for children to practice, take risks and explore allowing them to gain many new tools for future use.
Connect. Grow. Shine.
For the best possible outcomes to be achieved we identify four critical elements:
Strong, Powerful & Meaningful Relationships
Cultural Heritage & Understanding
Partnerships and genuine communication
Rich Documentation of children's learning, thinking & capabilities
Strong, Powerful & Meaningful Relationships
The educators work in partnership with families and children, as co-constructors, researchers, documenters and advocates for our children as we believe that children are capable of constructing their own strategies. A genuine commitment to inclusion and respect for diversity role models to our children, the values of respect and acceptance.
SUSTAINABILITY
At Eco Early Learning, we instill a deep commitment to sustainability in our Eco. We believe in a powerful integration of indoor and outdoor environments, both equally valuable for learning and development. Our practices teach children the reasons behind sustainability and its long-term benefits for the planet.
We integrate sustainability into daily routines, including:
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Using recyclable materials
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Promoting water conservation
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Encouraging recycling
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Teaching about electricity usage
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Engaging in 'seed to plate' activities
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Caring for plants and waterways
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Promoting recycling
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Planning sustainable excursions
We invite our families and community to join us in embracing sustainability as a commitment to our children's future. Share your ideas with our educators to help create a better tomorrow.
Growing Together
Eco embrace the indigenous planting seasons, tending to our gardens and learning about nature's cycles. Our Garden Kitchen provides hands-on experiences. We care for animals, attracting diverse wildlife, and support sustainability through practices like composting.
Animal Logic
Caring for chickens, rabbits, and reptiles nurtures empathy in Eco. Our garden's micro-habitat attracts birds, and insects. We also maintain a worm farm and composting barrel. Engaging in scientific activities and play develops engaged and active learners.
ANIMALS
Our pets at Eco Early Learning provide children with the opportunity to observe, interact and learn about animals and it can be a valuable part of their education and care experience, enriching their learning about nature, ecology and relationships.
By caring for our birds, rabbits and insects Eco Children learn about empathy, relationships, compassion, the environment, and nature, and working on our goals in creating a kinder tomorrow.
The garden naturally attracts birds, bees and insects to this microhabitat where everyone plays their part. Our worm farm and our composting, support our sustainability focus, thereby developing engaged and active learners.
NUTRITION
We embrace the beauty of fresh, local meals and the joy of sharing them. Our produce is grown on-site, lovingly harvested by our Eco. We don't just celebrate this approach; we live it.
We consider smell, texture, and flavor to match the developmental stages of our Eco. Our dedicated nutritionists from Nourished Beginnings collaborate with us to create whole-food seasonal menus in alignment with our Eco Philosophy, respecting indigenous culture.
We cater to the nutritional needs of all Eco, including those with dietary requirements. Our chefs work closely to provide parents with peace of mind, addressing food allergies, cultural considerations, and special needs, all while maintaining a healthy dining experience.