our program
Our program is based on the Early Years Learning Framework, the first ever national curriculum for early childhood.
The early years learning framework
The ideals of children Being, Belonging and Becoming provide us with the framework on which to base our observations of the children. We use their knowledge, skills and interests to form the basis of our daily planning. We believe that the greatest motivation is provided by offering the children choices that are based on the things that they like doing or where they already have some skill or knowledge because they feel confident to engage and this enables them to grow and learn. It also empowers them to be co-constructors of the curriculum and to make well founded decisions and choices about their learning.
We believe that every child is an individual and as such brings a unique range of skills, knowledge, life experiences, cultural beliefs and interests to BHCK. We value and respect each contribution and work together with the children and families to achieve the best outcomes for all children. Children with additional needs are welcomed at BHCK and included in the program.
daily routine
Our daily routine acts as a framework within which the the children are encouraged to make choices that they make. The day is a mixture of free play opportunities and routine times when all the children come together. There are daily language and music group times and the children all have a relaxation period after lunch. Morning tea is an informal meal but both the children and staff sit down to lunch together.
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The children are encouraged to manage their own belongings and behavior. We value the building of relationships and foster the social development of the children.
Developmental portfolios
During the year the educators will monitor and record the children's development through the use of a 'portfolio' system which incorporates the use of photographs, work samples and written observations.
Whilst Term 1 is the time our educators focus on getting to know each and every child, portfolios are a working document and are available for review from Term 2 onwards. Our educators are always willing and happy to discuss the content with parents and carers.
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The portfolios aim is to record the children's development and the events of their year at BHCK. Each child is an individual and this will be reflected in what is presented in their individual portfolio and never compared with other children or classes.
