Little Pines Early Childhood Education & Care

Educators create opportunities for curious toddlers to learn through the personal and interactive exploration of their learning environment. The toddler learning areas and experiences are designed to stimulate the early stages of reading, writing and problem solving and to challenge the children to reflect. Through spontaneous and thoughtful interactions with educators and peers, toddlers gain confidence in self- help skills such as feeding themselves, going to the toilet, dressing, communicating ideas and decision making.

In the Junior preschool program, educators assist children in developing understanding of themselves and help them develop the skills to interact appropriately with those around them. The team provides children with a sense of belonging to a family and to a broader community, which Little Pines educators believe is fundamental to the development of confidence in every child.

Learning experiences are designed to promote children's social, emotional, physical, linguistic and thinking skills. In all their interactions, children learn about treating others fairly and respectfully and are given the freedom to make their own choices in an environment where children’s eagerness, curiosity and creativity are encouraged.

Children’s social competence is at the core of an effective transition to school. Being socially competent more adequately prepares children to take on the challenges that school presents. Educators create an inclusive environment, encouraging positive gender, racial and cultural understanding, and provide learning experiences that build confidence, resilience and self-esteem. Children are invited to make their own choices and reflect upon them in an environment where their curiosity and creativity are supported.