At Dulili Learning Haven, we understand the vital role that parents and caregivers play in a child’s development journey. Building strong partnerships with parents and caregivers is essential for creating a supportive and nurturing environment where children can thrive. Effective communication is the cornerstone of these partnerships, fostering trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to the well-being of the child.
Here’s how we maintain effective communication with our families:
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Open and Transparent Communication Channels:
We believe clear and open communication is key to building trust and understanding between educators, parents and caregivers. Establishing various channels for communication, such as email, phone calls, face-to-face meetings, and Storypark, ensures that our parents feel informed and involved in their child’s daily activities and progress. We share regular updates about the curriculum, milestones, and any concerns or achievements to help our parents feel connected to their child’s learning journey.
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Welcoming and Approachable Environment:
We greet all of our families during drop-off and pick-up times, and take the time to listen to their questions, concerns, and feedback. We encourage an open-door policy where parents feel comfortable reaching out to our educators and administrators with any questions or suggestions.
Building a sense of community and belonging among our families helps to strengthen the overall childcare experience for our children, families, and educators.
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Collaborative Goal Setting:
We actively involve our parents and caregivers in setting goals and expectations for their child’s development and learning. We encourage families to share their insights, goals, and aspirations for their child, and work together to create a holistic plan that supports the child’s growth and development across all domains.
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Timely and Responsive Communication:
Timely and responsive communication is essential for addressing concerns, resolving issues, and celebrating achievements, we try to always respond promptly to families whether it’s through email, phone calls, or in-person conversations.
We keep parents informed about any changes in schedule, policies, or procedures, and seek their input and feedback on important decisions that affect their child’s care and education.
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Celebrating Milestones and Achievements:
We acknowledge and celebrate the milestones and achievements of each child, both big and small by sharing photos, videos, and anecdotes of children’s accomplishments during daily activities, events, and special occasions.
Our educators create opportunities for parents to participate in and celebrate their child’s achievements, such as parent observation days, family events, and recognition ceremonies. By celebrating these milestones together, our educators and families reinforce a child’s sense of pride, confidence, and belonging within our Dulili Learning Haven family.
Our foundation is built upon trust, respect, and transparent communication. We firmly believe that through collaborative efforts, hand-in-hand, we can cultivate the most nurturing and enriching environment for your child.
To speak to one of our team you can contact us on 03 7038 5454 or email wendouree@dulililearninghaven.com.au.
