We have respect for, value and have acceptance of others at the heart of all we do.

Within our SFUCCS community we listen, practice reciprocity, live and learn together, and have a strong foundation to grow equitably and responsively.

We seek collaboration and diverse perspectives while learning from and contributing to a broader childcare community.

EXPLORATION AND EXPERIENCE

• We believe that children are active, curious, and capable individuals and that they learn best through play. Play provides children with opportunities to explore, to have various experiences and to be creative. Play allows children to build and expand on their developing skills and knowledge.
• We recognize that our natural surroundings are great resources for learning. We see nature as a great place for all to explore, to satisfy natural curiosity about ourselves and the world we live in. Finally we want all to understand that we have an important role in caring for our world.

COMMUNICATION

We believe in the value of effective communicators who:

• Recognize the value of personal opinions and those of others.
• Appreciate the importance of the decision making process in achieving sound decisions.
• Encourage open communication evaluating input and giving feedback in a respectful manner.
• Provide choices to enhance collaborative decision making.
• Are to be proactive, assertive and action-orientated.
• Have realistic expectations.
• Communicate in a direct, honest manner with diplomacy and tact.
• Work to achieve goals without compromising others.

RESPONSIBILITY

In light of the opportunity that we have been given to work with the children, families and colleagues at SFUCCS, we take responsibility to commit to excellence in Early Learning and Care.

• We achieve this by promoting and nurturing the growth and development of each child and by embracing innovation and change.
• On an ongoing basis we are responsible for continued personal and professional growth with full engagement in the SFUCCS community.
• We are responsible to advocate for families and children in the broader community.

ACCOUNTABILITY AND INTEGRITY

• We adhere to the Early Childhood Educators of BC Code of Ethics.
• We are professional and compassionate in the understanding that the children of SFUCCS represent our hope for the future.
• In all our interactions we display accountability and integrity with the best interests of the children as our guide. Therefore we strive for an ethical, open, direct and honest community.
• We encourage each other in building trust and receiving and giving respectful and constructive feedback.

RESPECT

• We see children as competent and capable individuals deserving of respect. We acknowledge their feelings, see things from their perspective and provide settings that are nurturing and supportive.
• We work together as staff, parents, and families for the best interest of our children.
• We respect the diversity of beliefs, cultural practices and draw on families’ strengths and knowledge.
• We see the invaluable role and experiences that staff brings to the Society.
• We respect staff by encouraging collaboration and participation in discussions.
• We see staff as professionals who make decisions that are ethical, responsible and always in the best interest of the children.