Kids on Collins offers an inspiring and aesthetically pleasing learning environment that provides every child with opportunities to explore and discover.
The National Quality Framework guides the practices of our Centre. The learning and development outcomes are designed to support the complex and interconnected learning of young children. The outcomes are:
Children have a strong sense of identity. We aim to support children to develop a sense of belonging in their early learning setting and to foster a strong sense of self. We respect children’s autonomy and encourage them to grow as unique individuals in an environment of acceptance
Children are connected with and contribute to their world. We support children in becoming aware that they have the right to belong to many different communities. We encourage learning about diversity, social responsibility, cooperation, tolerance, and fairness.
Children have a strong sense of well-being. We provide an environment where children can learn to become strong in their social and emotional well-being and feel confident to assert their capabilities and celebrate their achievements.
Children are confident and involved learners- program supports children to become inquisitive thinkers and problem solvers. We foster children’s innate curiosities and provide an inspiring environment that encourages investigation, play, reflection, and enthusiasm for learning.
Children are effective communicators. We recognise and respect the many ways in which young children communicate. Our highly multicultural team supports conversation and interaction in a multitude of languages. Children’s voices and ideas are central to our program and practice at Kids on Collins.
Learning occurs when children are active participants. Our program’s offer children the chance to describe, explore, experiment, create, discover, and communicate. Children need freedom to initiate ideas and experiences and the security of a safe, respectful, and supportive environment. We facilitate a range of choices and opportunities, allowing children to construct knowledge and understanding about themselves and the world around them.
We acknowledge the traditional owners of the land, value diversity, and strive to action cultural competence with our children, families, and colleagues. The principles of equity, diversity, and fairness are valued, and inclusive practices are central to how Kids on Collins operate.
As children grow up in a tech-driven world, we aim to equip them with the skills to use technology safely and effectively to support their learning and development. At Kids on Collins, screen time is purposeful, often social, and closely tied to the children’s emerging learning ideas and the program. Technology is integrated into our curriculum as an enriching tool, not a replacement. Our educators utilise a variety of tools, including speakers, iPads, cameras, light boxes, and interactive whiteboards, to enhance and extend children’s learning experiences.
