In 2006, Kardinia Church set out to provide a centre to their community that placed children’s needs first, staffed by people that believe in the values of family and supported the potential in each child.
Their desire was, and still is, to create an experience for children that will promote a love for learning and life.
Hello, my name is Sue Bunting and I am the CEO of Kardinia Early Learning and the current custodian of our Vision and Mission. I have worked at Kardinia since its inception in 2008, and am proud to lead such a dedicated group of early childhood professionals across 3 locations; Geelong, Bannockburn and Warrnambool. Our approach to early childhood education and care is eclectic, drawing inspiration from pioneers in our field such as Maria Montessori, Loris Malaguzzi (Reggio Emilia), Emmi Pikler (Respectful Caregiving) and Magda Gerber. We aspire to ensure every child experiences differentiated learning environments that promote many ways of learning, knowing and being.
People matter to us and as such, we stay attuned to the learning needs of not just our organisation but to each individual within it. Some of Kardinia’s specialist team include our Outdoor Teacher, Environment Design Coordinator, Resource and Sustainability Educators, Music Program Coordinator and Chaplain.
Our doors are always open, as we want you to feel at home and part of the Kardinia family. Partnership is a joint venture so your input and feedback are essential in the quality improvement process. Please feel free to contact me at any time if you have questions, queries or comments. I look forward to beginning this early childhood journey with you and your family.
A community dedicated to offering opportunity for curiosity, wonder, belonging and respect.
To make a positive difference to each child by building authentic and genuine relationships with children, families and our community.
Building authentic and genuine relationships with children, families and our community are central to how we approach decision making. It is not just the relationship itself but the quality of that relationship that matters most to us at Kardinia Early Learning.
Our educational programs are underpinned by an emphasis on both care and education as equally vital to children’s learning and wellbeing. We do not see these as different or separate parts but rather a holistic and integrated way of approaching teaching and learning.
We are always responsive to occasion and provide programs and opportunities that continually innovate to allow our people to grow, learn and reflect. People matter to us and as such we stay attuned to the learning needs of not just our organisation but to each individual within it.
Our philosophy is expressed through many parts that are individually important but the most impacting aspect of each part is their interconnectedness with each other. Each part of our philosophy is made visible through our values and beliefs.
Consistency brings unity, stability and security. Families, children and team thrive when response, approach and expectation are reliable.
We strive to value and protect all people, places and things. Our culture of respect is founded by relationships and actions that are inclusive, respectful.
We show grace when under pressure. We are brave enough to confront our fears and step outside our comfort zone in order to advocate for children, each other and the community.
All people matter to us and are at the heart of what we do. We are therefore consistently open, honest, ethical and genuine.
Passion is an intrinsic motivation that drives us to do our absolute best. It is a dedication to advocating for best outcomes for children and their world.
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