FIRST CLASS CARE AND EDUCATION
Welcome Letter from Head Teacher Diana Bailey
Welcome!
At First Class Education and Care we believe that relationship is the heart of learning. It’s so important to us to build warm and caring relationships with the children and families who join our centre.
“We know that when children feel loved, learning naturally follows.”
By building a personal connection with each family we are able to plan for each child individually and give them a sense of belonging.
We have a special emphasis on imaginative play and the performing arts. Whether the children are putting on a production, doing hula dancing or acting out stories there is always something creative happening here!
We appreciate that there’s a lot to think about when it comes to finding the best centre for your child. There are, of course, practical considerations, but there are also deeper questions to consider, such as: ‘What is our teaching philosophy and learning programme? What difference does being a Christian centre make to the way we do things? Are our teachers qualified and caring’?
You’ll find answers to these questions, and more, on the following pages. If you like what you see, we would love you to bring your child with you to visit our centre.
It would be our privilege to journey with you and your child through these formative, exciting and precious early years of life. I look forward to meeting you soon.
Diana
FIRST CLASS EDUCATION AND CARE, ERO REPORT 2015
Relationships between teachers and children are respectful and responsive to children’s need for education and care. Teachers have well-developed strategies to ensure daily care routines are used to promote meaningful learning.
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The programme for babies and toddlers is based on nurturing and responsive interactions, sensitively managed care routines, and ongoing communication with these young children.
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There are many opportunities for children to be creative, which are supported by teachers and used in a highly effective way to promote children’s success and development.
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The care we receive, as a family is very personalised. We are not just a ‘number’ but are treated as part of the family. My girls are always excited to go and we have tears when it’s not a kindy day!
Emma
I just love the way each child’s journey is cherished, respected and nurtured. Teachers are always available to talk through any concerns a parent has whilst taking the time to ensure the children’s little voices are heard as well.