The Value of Routines in Early Childhood
At Bright Steps Academy, we understand that routines play a crucial in the development, learning and wellbeing of children. Within our community, routines are meaningful moments and interactions that support a child’s sense of belonging, provide security, and nurture their capacity to learn and grow as an active citizen within the world.
While routines may appear simple or repetitive, they are in fact opportunities for meaningful engagement and learning. We acknowledge children are natural learners, born with a strong sense of curiosity and creativity. Therefore, keeping this in mind, their development is supported not only through planned activities but through every interaction and experience across the day. In these everyday moments, children build strong foundations for lifelong learning.
Routines offer opportunities to:
- Strengthen thinking, language, and problem-solving skills
- Foster respectful and trusting relationships
- Support a strong sense of connectedness
- Strengthen children’s self-help and sense of identity
When we approach routines with care, intention, and flexibility, we create environments where children feel respected and empowered, with routines becoming integrated parts of the learning environment, providing moments to pause, connect and reflect.
As the National Quality Standard highlights:
“Educators are actively engaged in children’s learning and share decision making with them. They use everyday interactions with children during play, routines and ongoing projects to stimulate children’s thinking and to enrich their learning” (ACECQA, 2011, p. 124).
At Bright Steps Academy, we see each routine as a chance to build strong, responsive relationships and provide enriching experiences that contribute to each child’s sense of wellbeing and identity.
By managing routines with thoughtfulness and care, we transform the ordinary into something extraordinary, helping children feel that they are in a place where they truly belong, are respected, and are encouraged to flourish.
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Enquire todayOur Core Values
At Bright Steps Academy, everything we do is shaped by our values:
Belonging
We create a welcoming, inclusive environment where each child and family feels seen and safe.
Respect
We value and honour the voices, needs and experiences of both children, families and the community.
Individuality
We recognise and celebrate what makes each child unique and tailor our care and educational program to reflect their needs and current developmental milestones.
Growth
We support each child’s development at their own pace, fostering curiosity, confidence and resilience.
Happiness
We nurture joy and emotional wellbeing in every child through meaningful relationships, meaningful experiences and everyday spontaneous discovery.
Teamwork
We partner closely with families and the community to build a strong, supportive learning community.