Mission Statement
Our Story
AT
Parker James Academy is here to serve the families of Burnaby with the highest of standards. At Parker James we recognize that the first 5 years of development are most important for the emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of your child. Through proven practice we celebrate the individual developmental experience of each child.
Philosophy
and Approach
We believe that children have the right to be respected as unique individuals while developing self-confidence and inter-dependence. Interdependence is the common ground between independence and devotion to ones, family, community or society. All children and families within our community are welcome as we invite a diverse range and variety of cultures and race. We provide a stimulating environment that promotes the development of empathy, self-esteem and responsibility through the fostering of respect for self and others and the promotion of positive relationships. Indeed, it is the genuine relationships fostered and maintained between the children that provide for a richer developmental experience. At Parker James we embrace the motto ‘Care of self, Care of others, and Care of the environment. The caring staff at Parker James help facilitate a climate of attentive, educational and nurturing support while being aware and sensitive to each child’s individual needs. At Parker James, we recognize that family is the most immediate and important provider of care and that parents and staff are partners in the children’s care and education.
- We put children first
- We create a quality nursery environments
- We encourage an honest, open culture
What We Offer
Why Kids & Their Parent Choose Us
We strive to work together to build and maintain trusting and respectful relationships with both children and families.
Purpose
Our Principles
Parker James exists to provide a safe and secure environment to help children in their early learning stages develop in meaningful and positive ways. Just as important, Parker James recognizes that balancing work, childcare, parenting and free-time for parents is not a ‘one size fits all’ scenario. Models for family life are ever changing and differ from family to family. Professions, and workplace demands outside the family’s immediate system are changing and therefore create need for more flexible and accessible childcare opportunities. At Parker James., we work hard to accommodate this in the best way possible.
Values
- Honesty & Respect
- Accountability & Teamwork
- Inclusiveness & Enjoyment