National Quality Framework (NQF)

The National Quality Framework ‘Belonging, Being and Becoming’ guides Margaret Cribb Early Learning’s curriculum decision making to extend and enrich children’s learning. By establishing respectful and caring relationships with children and families, educators work together to make curriculum and learning experiences relevant to children. These experiences gradually expand children’s knowledge and understanding of the world. 

Margaret Cribb Early Learning places a strong emphasis on play-based learning. Educators have created a warm and friendly environment for children and families. Margaret Cribb Early Learning provides opportunities to explore, imagine, experiment, and discover in a nature-rich environment. This setting fosters their development and creates an awareness and connection with both the environment and each other.

The Reggio Emilia Approach

The Reggio Emilia educational approach is an innovative and inspiring method of early childhood education based on an image of the child as strong, capable and resilient, rich with wonder, creativity, intelligence and potential. We believe that every child brings with them deep curiosity which drives their interest to understand their world and their place within it.  Through access to the hundred languages for creative expression and through a process of discovery, research, exchange and discussion, children learn and participate with others to build a shared construction of knowledge and understanding of the world around them. 

At Margaret Cribb Early Learning, our educators create rich and engaging environments that foster children’s learning, carefully document their progress, and make children’s learning visible. We are deeply committed to incorporating elements of this innovative teaching approach within our Australian context through ongoing professional development, including participation in the Reggio Emilia International Study Tour.

Sustainability

Sustainability is a serious responsibility, but learning about the environment and how to care for it can be incredibly fun.

At Margaret Cribb Early Learning, we are committed to the environment and sustainable practices. We believe in educating children about the importance of caring our world by incorporating sustainable practices into our educational program.

Our sustainable practices include gardening, nature play, unstructured outdoor play, messy play, water play and art. Through these activities, children engage with the environment and learn about their role in caring for the planet.