Report on Experiences of Establishing Professional Partnership With Families and Communities

Jing LI

Abstract


Childcare centers and early education settings are crucial for a child’s initial socialization into a diverse world, fostering partnerships among educators, parents, and the community to support children’s development. The Monash Caulfield Childcare Centre (MCCC) exemplifies a successful model of these partnerships, emphasizing family engagement, cultural diversity, and high-quality care. MCCC’s approach is underpinned by Bronfenbrenner’s ecological systems theory, shifting from deficit-based to strength-based, family-focused interventions. The center’s success is evident in its “Exceeding” ratings across the National Quality Framework, supported by its theoretical grounding, qualified educators, and effective administration. Challenges in cultural understanding and communication are addressed through professional development and community involvement. The report evaluates the effectiveness of these partnerships and suggests future research should consider additional factors like gender, age, migrant status, and community involvement to enhance professional partnerships in early childhood education.

 


Keywords


Childcare center; High-quality care; Community involvement; Professional partnerships; Verbal communication; Language use; Expression of language

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