Inclusion & Diversity Policy

INCLUSION & DIVERSITY POLICY

At the end of the school day, children need an opportunity to choose from a variety of activities that
provide reprieve, rejuvenation, and refreshment according to their individual interests.

• Employees invite children to become involved with new activities
• Employees offer recreational activities promoting the physical health and wellbeing of the child
• A variety of cultural and inclusive childcare materials and literature are available and accessible by the children.
• Program activities are modified to accommodate different abilities
• Employees plan for opportunities to incorporate and celebrate the cultural heritage of families in the community we serve
• Employees provide the children with opportunities to be sensitive to and celebrate individual differences and unique qualities
• Opportunities are provided that allow children to use their own abilities, skills and talents
• Employees encourage children to try new things on their own
• Employees recognize children who show compassion, include others, and are good citizens

WE AIM TO:

• Provide a secure environment in which children can flourish, where all contributions are valued
• Include and value the contributions of all families to our understanding of equality and diversity
• Provide positive non-stereotyping information about gender roles, diverse ethnic and cultural groups and people with disabilities
• Improve our knowledge and understanding of issues of anti-discriminatory practice, promoting equality and valuing diversity
• Make inclusion a thread that runs through all of the activities of the program

METHODS:

• Our program is open to all members of the community
• We reflect the diverse members of our society in marketing and promotional materials
• Applicants are welcome from all backgrounds and employment positions are open to all
• Review practices to ensure implementation of policies on equality, diversity and inclusion
• Work in partnership with parents to ensure that the medical, cultural and dietary needs of children are met
• We provide a setting which includes activities, foods, pictures, song materials and stories which are reflective of other countries and cultures
• Educators develop positive and meaningful relationships with each child and family through informal discussions and
• collecting relevant information about the families’ unique context
• Provide accessible play facilities ensuring the physical environment is adapted to each child’s individual need