Our Philosophy

Our Philosophy

At City Kids our education and care philosophy encompasses: 

  • A friendly and welcoming environment for families, visitors and staff
  • A nurturing environment for children and a ‘home away from home’ where children are shown love, care and affection
  • A safe environment where children feel protected
  • A place for children to build social bonds with their educators and peers so they thrive and build confidence as individuals
  • A well presented, organized and engaging environment
  • High expectations for children and educators
  • Challenging physical outdoor environment to encourage risk taking and a sense of achievement for children
  • Ample opportunities for independence to build a sense of accomplishment and resilience in children
  • Children are involved in everyday tasks in their environment
  • Routines are used to ensure there is predictability and children feel safe and secure
  • Educators are flexible and use children’s cues to inform decisions
  • Children’s differences are respected and approached with care and understanding
  • Culture in promoted through children’s interests and everyday events that happen in their lives
  • A comprehensive curriculum that is current and informed by the EYLF and VEYLF
  • Australia’s history and culture is integrated naturally in the program
  • Children’s families are an extension of our own family at City Kids
  • Up to date with industry changes and trends to provide the optimal quality education and care including ongoing training and critical reflection as educators