Uploaded on Jul 6, 2020
After only just over 5 years within a Director/Nominated Supervisor role with the support of Giggletree I have realised it is the people including all children, families, educators, owners & community networks that all come together in the one place & time to create these learning opportunities for each other and for children.
Creating Unique Environments
Creating Unique Environments
https://www.giggletree.com.au/
What is one of the main aspects of Early
Learning Environments that creates
a unique community orientated place of
engaged learning?
After only just over 5 years within a Director/Nominated
Supervisor role with the support of Giggletree I have
realised it is the people including all children, families,
educators, owners & community networks that all come
together in the one place & time to create these learning
opportunities for each other and for children.
The initial conception I had when commencing this leadership
role was it is going to take at least 5 years to truly have the
sense that the new centre is established. Highfields Early
Learning Centre opened on 25th February 2008 which was the
first day of an amazing learning journey to date. The people
that you meet and stories of experiences that are shared is
what contributes to creating those unique experiences and
learning opportunities for all and enable you to be all you can
be.
So, from my personal experience I would recommend to all to
enjoy every moment with the people, both big and small,
around you as this is what I believe creates those memorable
moments and we all know how precious time is.
Yes, it is nice to have an abundance of toys and resources,
however, in reality the cherished memories children will form are
the interactions and experiences they share with those who are
attuned to them. Whether it is a new song, planting a seed,
making a construction from recycled materials or quickly racing
down the hallway at the end of the day to see 'Miss Nicole' for a
smiley face drawing. These experiences all create the sense of
security and welcoming atmosphere.
Honestly, creating this unique environment is at times a challenge
and we never know exactly what each day is going to bring, but,
one thing you can be assured of is when you are surrounded by a
supportive team and a Community orientated culture 'life long
learning' thrives and begins for young children.
Recently, I came across a great movie which also emphasis this
Community culture and importance of the people you spend your
valuable time with and the link to being
happy...http://www.thehappymovie.com/
'Grow with Us'
Nicole (Director/Nominated Supervisor of Highfelds ELC)
Contact
us
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Call us - 07 3204 1102
http://giggletree.com.au/
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