I believe that each child is an individual and as an educator, I will value and develop each child’s strengths, interests, skills, abilities and knowledge to extend their learning. I believe in letting children learn through play. I will provide opportunities for children to explore, discover, create and imagine. I believe children should be given a choice in the way they learn according to their interests, skills and development to a level where I can give the children the best opportunity to play and learn at their own pace, whilst also encouraging them to grow and reach their goals. I believe in cultural diversity and that every child has the right to belong and be included. I like to implement the Reggio Emilia philosophy into my curriculum and believe that the environment the children learn in has a big impact on children’s learning. I strive to develop safe, trusting and respectful relationships with the children and their families and develop these throughout the years. I believe all children have the right to feel safe and secure, with a real sense of belonging to our community irrespective of their culture, religion or background