Philosophy Statement

The Oyen Daycare’s main focus is to create a warm and encouraging environment for children to discover and grow.  Each child has their own way of learning, and we are prepared to facilitate the needs, interests and capabilities of each individual child.  We believe that children learn through their play experiences, and we are prepared to find the resources and support necessary to ease the process of discovery.  Every aspect of a child’s development is included in our program – social, physical, intellectual, cognitive and emotional.  We believe that the early years of child care should make each child feel safe to explore the world around them with respect.  Nature and the outdoors is an important classroom for children, and we are aware of the prime learning opportunities associated with natural and organic surroundings.  At Oyen Daycare, we understand early relationships with the environment, parents, teachers, and other children are vital to their wellbeing, and we are ready to support and assist them into making respectful relationships that they will benefit from, even after leaving the program.