Whole Child Development At Wind & Tide, we nurture children to learn, grow and thrive through a holistic focus on personal development. We have shaped our philosophies, programs and curriculums to nurture the emotional, social, physical, cognitive and spiritual needs of children as individuals and global citizens.
The Dance of Discipline When you hear the word discipline, what comes to mind? Punishment is often a first thought. The root word of discipline is ‘disciple’, meaning, “to walk alongside, giving guidance and encouragement.” At Wind & Tide, ‘discipling’ is what discipline is all about.
Spiritual Sensitivity At Wind & Tide, we define spiritual development as the way our capacity for LOVE grows and changes across our lifetime. Spiritual development is a key component in whole child development and a key component in Wind & Tide philosophy and programming.
Teaching StyleOur programs are designed to stimulate learning through play. Children in our classrooms actively participate in exploration and discovery while our teachers act as facilitators, extending and directing experiences so that each child's knowledge is stretched and deepened.
Parent InvolvementDid you know that 90% of what you will learn in your entire life occurs between birth and six years of age? We want to keep you excited and involved in your child's learning and what they are experiencing in our programs. At Wind & Tide, we have created a number of ways to ensure that parents stay connected and involved in their child's learning.
Children Requiring Additional SupportAt Wind & Tide, we believe that every child should be cherished and celebrated, and that every child is capable and deserving of mind-enriching learning experiences. We embrace and fully integrate children who have additional support needs. We work closely with support staff provided by regional Child Development Centres. We also have a team of Support Workers that can be added to classes based on dispersement funding through local Child Development Centres. If your child has developmental needs that require additional support, please let us know at the time of registration and we will connect you with our Support Coordinator.