Founding Principles of Maitland Farm Preschool

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Maitland Farm is a total educational environment that nurtures and respects the integrity and potential of each child, parent and staff person within our school community. Essential elements of this environment are:

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1. A warm, welcoming and well-trained staff.

2. A safe and inviting setting with REAL spaces for children.

3. An educational philosophy that reflects a commitment to sound practice and to children’s healthy growth, highlighting hands-on experiences.

4. A curriculum that is dynamic and changes within the established philosophical frame work in response to children’s needs and to emerging knowledge in the field.

5. An emphasis on values which nurture respect, responsibility, resourcefulness and relationship building in children and adults.

6. Pathways for each staff person to develop her own potential as an individual and as a caregiver in her particular role.

7. Pathways for parents to become integral parts of their children’s school experiences and to develop their own potential as parents.

8. Policies for parents and staff that reflect the same respect we have for children.

9. The use of sensitivity and wisdom in balancing the needs of all when there are conflicts.

10. An awareness and acceptance of our leadership role in the wider community, both as an organization and as individuals, responsibly sharing by example and interaction with others.