Our Values

Our CORE VALUES essential to uncompromising, quality early care and learning experiences:

CHILDHOOD

• Childhood is fleeting and we believe that providing supportive guidance in a rich environment enhances experiences during these important early years.

RELATIONSHIPS

• We build relationships through personal connections and professional collaboration. We work together in an effort to acknowledge and celebrate each other’s role and expertise.
• Children, their parents, educators and staff belong here. We nurture the BCC community so that everyone feels at home.

INCLUSION

• Families and young children are recognized, respected, and valued. Each child is supported to actively participate in early learning experiences that focus and build from their uniqueness and diversity.
• We recognize the importance of community and cultural connections. We want all families to feel a sense of belonging so encourage and celebrate diversity and inclusion. Every child feels safe when they come through the door and parents feel welcomed and validated.

ACCOUNTABILITY

• We are committed to meeting the expectations and standards of uncompromising quality child care. In all our interactions we display accountability and integrity with the best interests of children as our guide.
• Our programs provide stability to families in support of a child’s well-being and development, and to staff in support of a positive workplace culture.

The unique ways we work to achieve our vision include:

Child-centred care We offer a play-based program that enables young children to explore their interests, build on existing knowledge, and develop new understandings.

• • We work together to provide a safe, positive, and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore and learn through a variety of meaningful experiences.

A focus on relationships We strive to build caring, respectful relationships with young children, their families, staff, Board members, North Island College, and community members.

• We are committed to open and consistent communication that supports the health and well-being of our children.
• We have a long-standing partnership with NIC and engage in various learning opportunities with both students and staff.

Quality service and governance We maintain an engaged and committed Board of Directors who provide informed guidance to support the centre’s social, environmental, and financial well being.

• We recognize the value of staff and the need to attract and retain exceptional educators. We do this through innovative professional development, ongoing recognition, a supportive work environment, and a competitive compensation package.
• Our practice is informed by the cultural values and practices that make up our diverse community. Our work is guided by the:
• Truth and Reconciliation Committee Calls to Action;
• United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples;
• BC Early Learning Framework;
• ECEBC Code of Ethics and;
• the BC Child Care Regulations.

We envision a future where all children, and those who care for them, are embraced in an environment of safe belonging, unhurried self-discovery, and nurturing relationships as they realize children’s full potential.