Since my appointment as Principal (April 1, 2018), I have been working to create a kindergarten befitting an educational corporation. I have been involved in higher education for many years, and when I started working in early childhood education, I advocated "whole-person education (Note 1)," and promoted education that emphasizes importance of "life (life force)," "the mind (vitality)," and "the body (energy)" that Tagara Kindergarten has cherished. As a traditional kindergarten rooted in the local community, I am deeply grateful for the love and support we receive from so many people.

The staff first and foremost pays attention to the humanity and sensibilities of each child, creates an environment in which the children can demonstrate their abilities, and generously provides the necessary educational support. We respect the individuality of children and practice education and childcare that takes into account the four "self-starters" (spontaneity, independence, autonomy, and self-respect). Homeroom teachers approach education and childcare with a tenacious research spirit when creating syllabi (annual education plans) and weekly reports.

The staff members of our kindergarten, both regular and non-regular, work diligently in their duties and interact with the children every day with a new spirit. It is our proud responsibility as staff to contribute to the healthy growth of children and protect their safety and security. We will do our best to keep in mind the honor and responsibility of being the first step in the educational career of children. Kindergartens are positioned as "schools where children meet for the first time,'' and children take their first steps into social life at Tagara Kindergarten. Aiming to enrich early childhood education, we will produce concrete results and reflect the process of connecting kindergarten and elementary school in the four to three year educational curriculum. Education and childcare can fulfill their original purpose through close collaboration with parents, local communities, administrative agencies, etc.

Tagara Kindergarten strives to maintain and improve a comfortable working environment, and strives for self-improvement and work with a spirit of well-being (Note 2). Please stay tuned.

1.We will create an environment for Nerima Midori Gakuen Tagara Kindergarten (hereinafter referred to as Tagara Kindergarten) as an educational institution that is responsible for the healthy growth of children.

2.Based on the educational philosophy of Tagara Kindergarten, we aim to achieve educational goals and accumulate the training necessary for early childhood educators to promote whole-body education.

3.We will make constant efforts to meet social expectations for Tagara Kindergarten and promote cooperation with parents and the local community.

4.We will create a working environment for faculty and staff in accordance with the rules established by Tagara Kindergarten, and engage in education and research with a global perspective.

5.Recognizing that Tagara Kindergarten is connected to the world, we support the international goals of SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals),and in particular, we will actively work on "4. Quality education for all."