Cottage Kids Early Learning Centre, nature’s playground at your door step.

• We believe quality relationships with children and families establish warm, safe and nurturing environments
• We embrace families as partners in our learning community
• We acknowledge families as the most important contributors to the development of values, beliefs and growth of a child
• We believe in connecting children to nature and providing opportunities for supported risk taking through natural learning environments
• Through nature play we encourage children to become citizens of the earth, helping them to understand the natural world, make a meaningful connection with their environment and develop sustainable living practices
• We believe respect and empathy is nurtured through a connection with animals and nature
• We believe hands on play based learning which is child centred inspires a love of learning and encourages life-long learners
• The opportunity to learn through guided discovery is essential to foster curiosity, imagination and creativity
• We believe a child thrives when surrounded by wonder and joy helping to keep the magic of childhood alive
• Mindful, rich and purposeful environments with real authentic objects engage the imagination, spark curiosity and foster deeper learning for children
• We believe educators are a valuable resource and deserve respect from children, families and the wider community
  
  “Look deep into nature and then you will understand everything better”

Albert Einstein