About Us
Your Child Is in Great Hands
Philosophy
The Colchester Early Learning Centre is an inclusive non-profit childcare centre providing care for children of all abilities, from ages 18 months to 11 years. The Centre is governed by a Board of Directors and is committed to providing a positive, safe, nurturing, and caring environment that promotes the growth of each child in all areas of their development.
We follow the Nova Scotia Early Learning Curriculum Framework to guide our program and pedagogy, and all staff are trained in Early Childhood Education.
The Colchester Early Learning Centre believes that children learn through play and exploration of their environment which includes the community where they live, the cultural background of each child, the different abilities of each child, and the different languages spoken. We believe that children have unique ideas, knowledge, and experience about their physical and social world. Play-based learning provides an opportunity for all children to learn by doing, by exploring the world, and by interacting with peers and adults.
Our Objectives
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To create a positive, relevant, and meaningful learning environment that takes into account each child’s unique needs and interests while providing opportunities for all children to engage in creative problem-solving, exploration, investigation and manageable risk-taking.
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Endeavour to provide support to safely meet the needs of all children enrolled in the centre.
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To engage in collaborative relationships with our community, parents, agencies, and each other. This will provide resources, information, and support to better meet our children's families and educators' needs.
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To provide meal plans consistent with Canada’s Food Guide and the manual for Food and Nutrition in regulated childcare settings while respecting the different needs (cultural and medical) of each child and family.
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To develop partnerships with families that are inclusive and respectful of cultures, values, languages, and ethnicity.
