Making Inclusivity a priority.

Every child has the right to belong and to thrive. We support each child’s unique needs through care plans, collaboration with families, and intentional learning that embraces diversity and equality.

What this looks like: Every child feels welcome. A child might have their own quiet corner, learn songs in their home language, or share a special family celebration with their friends.

Valuing community and our Island home.

We honour and respect the land through play, exploration, and Indigenous-based learning. We recognize Indigenous peoples as original knowledge keepers and weave these perspectives into our learning. We foster caring relationships within our island community and beyond.

What this looks like: Children play and learn outdoors every day — exploring the forest,our neigbourhood and the garden - watching as things change with the seasons, observing and talking about it. Sharing stories about the land and learning how to care for it together.

Children as leaders in their learning journey.

Children’s natural curiosity and interests guide our learning. Through play we nurture creativity, language, motor skills, and prosocial relationships, building confidence and independence.

What this looks like: When children show an interest in bugs, we bring out magnifying glasses, books, and art supplies to extend the learning. Their questions and play lead the way.

Collaborating with families and community partners.

Families and educators are partners in children’s growth. We work closely with families, caregivers, schools, and community partners to create continuity, support, and strong foundations for every child.

What this looks like: Families and educators share ideas about a child, building on their strengths. Joining in on activities at our community school and with community groups. Connecting families and educators with resources from the Comox Valley.

Nurturing citizenship.

We nurture caring and respectful relationships with each other and the natural world. Children are supported to express their feelings, solve problems together, and care for their environment.

What this looks like: Children practice recognizing when a friend is upset, collaborating with their educators to problem solve and support their peers - from offering a caring hug, kind words or giving time and space.

Being Exemplary Employers.

We value our educators as professionals and leaders in the field. We support ongoing professional growth, foster collaboration, and work to be exemplary employers while contributing to the wider early childhood education community.

What this looks like: Educators share their expertise, attend workshops, and bring back new ideas for the children — from how to enrich our outdoor playspace to ways to weave stories and art for social and emotional development.