Hi, my name is Claudia and I am a mother to four children, I have run Family Day Care since 2005 on and off as having my own children in between this time. I have been back to family day care since November 2014.

I believe in guiding children in developing a good self-esteem through play and interactions with myself and each other.

All children are unique, and all children obtain and gain a sense of belonging and grow within a safe and nurturing environment and through trusting relationships with others.

I highly believe in providing the best possible care and early learning education, giving each child the chance to safely and freely develop their skills, interests and personality with help and guidance.

I believe in working together with families to give each child the care they need and communicate freely and respectfully between myself and families. Partnerships are based on the understanding of each other's expectations, together with families; children are assisted in preparing for transition into school.

I believe in a positive outlook and nurturing the development of each child to his/her needs. As an educator I will be providing opportunities for children to acquire new knowledge. I believe that as an educator time should be taken to watch and listen to children during play and being responsive to children's learning and play. Multiple strategies are embraced to promote healthy learning.

I believe my environment should be friendly and welcoming. I shall endeavour to maintain a safe and clean environment for all children to play and learn, encouraging exploration and self-learning.

I believe children should have opportunities to go out and contribute to their own community.

I believe recognising connections between children, families and communities are essential for embracing partnerships and learning.

I will aim to provide a range of outdoor and indoor activities that will stimulate and help the children to grow in a healthy, secure, respectful and positive attitude towards themselves and others. Children should be valued regardless of age, race, culture or disability. I believe highly that children's rights should be respected at all times. I also believe that children are able to recognise and respect feelings of others and to interact positively when they are and feel valued.

I believe through play, children learn, explore, experiment, share with and accept others, enjoy, discover and contribute to the world around them

Claudia's Family Day Care service will at all times endeavour to provide quality education and care to each child.