Philosophy

We believe

Coffs Harbour Family Day Care believes in providing children with high quality care and education in a nurturing and natural home environment.

Our Children

Children have the right to feel safe, valued, and respected. They are competent and capable learners, and they will be empowered to participate in making decisions.

Authentic experiences

We recognise and value how play and authentic experiences can influence the whole child. We challenge children to be curious and creative by providing interesting and natural play spaces that allow for exploration, problem solving and risk taking.

Belonging

Everyone is unique and deserves the right to feel a sense of belonging at our service. We form collaborative partnerships with children, families, staff and communities through mutual respect, trust and open communication. We establish connections with the local community through active participation.

We are focused on the needs of families. We recognise and respect their diverse values, beliefs and culture.

Recognise & respect

We acknowledge and pay respect to the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, the Gumbaynggirr people, and recognise their continuing connections to the land, water and community. We pay respect to the Elders, past, present and emerging

Environment

We foster a sense of respect and curiosity for the natural environment while recognising our environmental responsibilities in working towards a sustainable future.

Always improving

We are committed to continual improvement, engaging in ongoing learning and reflective practice.