OUR PHILOSOPHY

At Mint Child Care & Kindy we believe that all children have the right to play, learn and grow in an environment which advocates belonging, being and becoming. Mint CCK’s services support families by extending children’s opportunities to learn and develop in a nurturing and caring play-based environment.

We recognise and acknowledge the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation as the original inhabitants and custodians of the land in our neighbourhood. We value and respect the history and culture of Australia and the history and culture of our families and community with learnings embedded into our curriculum in a way which is relevant for the children. We engage with our community by way of incursions, seeking resources and collaborations with other businesses and local council.

At Mint CCK we strive to provide a seamless transition for children and families by creating a welcoming environment which feels homely. Our physical environment encourages curiosity, inspiration and exploration including natural and man-made learning resources. Our spaces are designed to be safe, nurturing and stimulating.

The teaching practices engaged by our educators are underpinned by the Early Years Learning Framework and the National Quality Standards. Each child’s learning is developed holistically to support each individual child’s potential. An inclusive and anti-biased approach to learning and engagement is implemented. Child initiated learning in incorporated and scaffolded upon. We recognise the importance of socialisation. Children are encouraged to develop friendships. Educators guide and facilitate a safe environment in which children can express their feelings, be heard and respected.

Our team strive to build trust and positive relationships with our families, children and the wider community. Family input is encouraged and incorporated into our curriculum and operations. We provide many channels to communicate which supports the value and quality of our service. We embrace the diversity of our families and are inclusive of all individuals through language, routine, special events and in our curriculum.

Our team of educators pride ourselves on promoting and involving the children in water conservation, recycling, growing seasonal herbs and embedding sustainability in our evolving environments. Routines and education support the need and importance of hygienic practices in our daily routines. Children are encouraged to be responsible for their own hygiene and self-care whenever suitable.

Mint CCK provides balanced and nutritious meals at various intervals throughout the day developed in consultation with Department of Health NHMRC guidelines. We encourage positive eating habits though education and role modelling in the areas of hygiene, nutrition and health.

Mint CCK’s team of educators are positive and passionate role models qualified in the area of Early Childhood Education and Care. Our educators are valued, respected and supported with engagement in frequent personal development and training. We strive to include educators with diversity in education and culture to better support our multi-cultural community.

Our commitment to child safety, health and wellbeing is our number one priority for the children in our care. We champion and model a child safe culture at all levels in our service. We will not tolerate harm or the risk of harm to children or young people. We will not tolerate bullying or harassment. We act on any concerns about child safety and encourage a culture of reporting harm and risk of harm.

We listen to all children. We uphold their rights and empower them to know and exercise their rights. Children and families are involved in making decisions about matters that concern them. We are committed to equity and the inclusion of all children, regardless of their abilities, sex, gender, or social, economic or cultural background. We have an inclusive and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and respect and value their diverse and unique identities and experiences.