We recognise children as knowledgeable, whose
intelligence is based on experiences within their contexts and whose learning
begins when these experiences are challenged (Glaserfeld).
We support children’s
play, it is their work; it is used by them to practice what they know and to
explore the unknown. We advocate children play in nature; they are happier,
smarter, healthier and kinder when they do (White). We honour the child’s right
to ‘not know’ and their right to experience all the emotions that ensue ‘knowing’.
Our pedagogy is deliberate and based on issues of social justice, local issues and current research. We are activists and willing to reform our approaches and perspectives in response to an evolving community.
Our Community Endeavours:
To be kind
To have time
To act on behalf of the community foremost
To act as custodians
To coexist through recognising the differing abilities and skills sets of each other
To recognise gender and age equity and equal outcomes
To be culturally competent
To question social norms and customary rules
To share knowledge and practice
To be courageous
To know participation within our community is a continuum
