What we do, and why we do it
At Dragonfly Play & Learn, our educators are skilled professionals who support children’s learning through intentional teaching, meaningful relationships and responsive practice. Our philosophy is informed by the principles of the Reggio Emilia approach, recognising children as capable, competent and active participants in their own learning.
We believe children deserve respect, agency and a genuine voice from the earliest years. Educators listen carefully to children, observe their play and thinking, and use this information to guide, extend and deepen learning. Teaching decisions are made thoughtfully, balancing children’s interests with intentional planning and clear links to the Early Years Learning Framework.
Children’s agency is central to our practice. We support children to develop a strong sense of identity and confidence by providing opportunities for choice, responsibility, appropriate risk-taking and active involvement in decisions that affect them. We value families and culture as essential influences in each child’s life and work in partnership with families to support children’s wellbeing, learning and sense of belonging.
Family involvement
When educators and families work in partnership, children benefit from consistent, meaningful support for their learning and wellbeing. We value the knowledge families bring about their child and respect the diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences within our community. Families are encouraged to be involved in their child’s learning through ongoing communication, shared decision-making and opportunities to contribute to the program.