Our Philosophy

Pachamama is a home-away-from-home steeped in nature, creativity and diversity aiming to influence the best possible outcome for all children involved in early education and childcare.

Creative natural environments and rich diversity are the foundations of Pachamama’s essence supporting children’s learning and development. We strive to create a place of love and laughter, in a relaxed setting where every child is understood and appreciated and their holistic development is supported.

We value play pedagogy and a child-centred approach to education. The individuality of each child’s expressions of need and learning are acknowledged and supported.

Our educational leadership focuses on each child and our experienced understanding of the developmental process. Because we believe parents are the most suitable primary educators of their own children, our partnership approach involves prioritising regular communications with each family.

We acknowledge the Beeloo tribe as the first traditional custodians of the Kalamunda land on which we teach.   We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community and pay respects to elders past, present and emerging.  Effective processes are in place to promote these important connections.

We create thoughtful and imaginative environments steeped in nature where
children feel nurtured and a sense of belonging to learn and grow.

We document children’s development and learning processes because we believe it contributes towards their sense of belonging and each family’s understanding of their child’s development. It also provides our educators with an opportunity to reflect and further plan, resulting in a more meaningful educational process.