Our ELC Vision
To provide a learning community that is passionate, inspiring and supportive for boys in their early years.
Our Boys
We believe that…
- All boys are individuals with their own interests, strengths
- All boys respond to positive relationships
- Boys are multi-sensory learners
- All boys are considered equal
Our Families and Community
We would like to respectfully acknowledge the past and present custodians of this land, the Boon Wurrung people.
We believe that…
- Families are the child’s first educators
- Educators work in partnership with our families to provide a safe, secure and supportive environment
- Open communication fosters positive partnerships between staff and families/caregivers
- Families are an integral part of the Brighton Grammar Community
- The cultural diversity of each boy is acknowledged and respected
Our Educators
We believe that…
- Building positive relationships with each child is imperative
- Educators are skilled early childhood professionals in the education and care of boys
- Educators work as a team staff are motivated, positive and supported
- Educators facilitate and guide the boys’ play with incidental and intentional teaching
- Professional learning enables educators to deliver high quality education and best practice
- Through continual feedback, reflection and evaluation, the highest practice is achieved
Our Environment
We believe that our environment…
- Provides structure, routine and predictability
- Is safe, secure, inclusive and promotes positive masculinity
- Encourages independence, resilience, positive social interactions, and develops each boy’s capabilities
- Supports boys in their cognitive and development
- Respects and celebrates all cultural backgrounds
- Acknowledges, respects and values Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures
Our Program
We believe that the program…
- Is child-centred, promotes respect and celebrates the voice of the child
- Is enriched by the boys engaging in nature play and outdoor experiences
- Is undertaken in accordance with the ACECQA Regulations and incorporates the Early Years Framework for Australia
- Takes appropriate child safety measures through the implementation of the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations
- Is specifically designed for the needs of boys to engage, inspire and extend across all developmental areas through a play-based curriculum
- Embeds equity, inclusion and diversity for all within the Centre and local community
- Promotes an awareness of sustainability and how to care for the environment
- Is enriched by providing opportunities for family, school and community involvement
- Is constantly reflected upon to ensure best practice
- Supports positive transitions and focuses on the social and emotional development of each child