A Reggio Emilia-inspired & Play-based Preschool
WHO WE ARE
At PlaySteps Preschool, we believe that learning should be fun, engaging, and inspiring. We provide a safe and nurturing environment where young children can explore, create and learn at their own pace. Our Reggio Emilia inspired and play-based curriculum emphasises hands-on learning, creativity and exploration, with a focus on each child’s individual strengths and interests. We are dedicated to providing personalised attention to every child, with small class sizes and a strong focus on social, physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
“The hundred languages are not just a metaphor, but a real concept that recognizes the potential of children to express themselves in many ways.” – Carla Rinaldi
OUR VISION & MISSION
Vision
A Confident, Curious and Caring Child.
Mission
At PlaySteps, the child is at the heart of everything we do.
We achieve this by:
1. Creating a safe and nurturing environment to foster a sense of belonging, enabling children to feel secure and open to exploration and learning.
2. Providing a holistic education to develop well-rounded children who are prepared for the challenges of life.
3. Collaborating with families and the community to maximise each child’s potential through shared experiences and perspectives.
BRAND PHILOSOPHY
PlaySteps embraces the Reggio Emilia approach to early childhood education, emphasising Play-based and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) learning. Our philosophy is based on the belief that children are active and natural learners who construct their knowledge through hands-on experiences and meaningful interactions with their environment.
Our brand philosophy aligns with our vision, mission, and values by providing a holistic education that develops confident, curious, and caring children. We empower young minds to explore their interests, think critically, and collaborate with others to solve problems. Through our Reggio Emilia-inspired approach, we nurture creativity, achievement, respect, and empathy, enabling children to reach for the stars and achieve their full potential.
"When children play, they are learning about the world, themselves, and others. Play-based learning is an effective way to help children develop important skills and knowledge."
C.A.R.E VALUES
At PlaySteps Preschool, we are committed to the values of C.A.R.E – Creativity, Achievement, Respect, and Empathy. We believe that every child has the potential to reach for the stars and achieve greatness. We strive to empower young minds to do just that, by fostering an inspiring, creative and nurturing environment that encourages exploration, growth, and self-discovery.
Creativity
Nurture creative problem-solving skills and out-of-the-box thinking.
Achievement
Unlock full potential, academically, socially, and emotionally.
Respect
Respect for self, others, and the environment.
Empathy
Foster compassion and understanding for others.
BRAND LOGO
The PlaySteps Preschool brand logo perfectly captures the essence of our brand philosophy and aligns with our values and mission. The logo features happy kids reaching for the stars, which is a visual representation of our tagline, “Empowering Young Minds to Reach for the Stars.” It symbolises our belief in each child’s potential to achieve greatness and the importance of nurturing their creativity and curiosity.
Additionally, the logo is made up of two words, “Play” and “Steps,” which support our Reggio, play-based, and STEAM integrated and holistic approach.
“Play” represents our commitment to fostering a fun and engaging learning environment that encourages exploration, imagination, and discovery. Play is a child’s natural way of exploring and discovering the world around them, and it is through play that children develop the skills they need for academic success and lifelong learning.
“Steps” represents our belief that learning is a step-by-step and progressive process. Every child has a unique path of growth, and each step of the journey is important. Our curriculum is designed to support children in their learning journey, one step at a time. The colours used in the logo, including teal, orange, yellow, and green are carefully chosen to reflect our commitment to providing an inspiring, nurturing and safe environment for children to learn and grow.
