Blackburn Child Care Centre - Rugratz Retreat Philosophy

At Rugratz Retreat Child Care Centre we believe that every family member, child, visitor and employee is an individual, bringing a variety of skills, knowledge and understanding related to that person’s unique experience of life.
We will value that uniqueness and nurture future growth through accepting the individual, recognising interest areas, developing respectful interactions, supporting ongoing learning, offering inclusive programmes and promoting teamwork.
Our centre reflects the needs of our local community and the families who rely on the service provided. We will have autonomy, within professional guidelines, to devise and offer individuality within their programmes, to meet the local community needs.This becomes a shared commitment between our families, community, children and employees. By working together with open communication, respect and understanding, and by sharing ideas and striving for continuing improvement and excellent standards, all will reap the benefits.

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Our Values and Goals

Each child is valued and respected as an individual
To extend and develop each child's skills, knowledge and interests through successful experiences which encourage the development of a healthy self-concept and positive self-esteem
To encourage social development so each child learns to interact successfully in a variety of situations
To be sensitive and respectful of varied cultural and religious practices
To provide an environment that encourages children to develop their capabilities and interests at their own pace and according to their individual needs
To provide a warm, nurturing and safe environment that encourages the development of the whole child
To be a support to all families in all aspects of each child's development
To provide qualified, experienced and caring staff to meet the needs of all children in our care
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"Guardian has a very good reputation; they really care about the staff in their centers." - BT - Melbourne, Victoria

Over the years, Guardian Childcare Alliance has built a reputation as one of the best child care centre management companies in Australia. Our childcare centres thrive on the quality of our childcare services systems, our people and our ability to deliver a caring and nurturing environment for children in our care. Guardian also offers childcare consultants to assist current day care centre owners or prospective investors with childcare centre management advice. And if you would like to join the Guardian team, check out our dedicated child care jobs and careers website.