Early Learning
3 Rocks of Early Learning
Relationships
Families are honoured and welcomed as the knowledge holders and primary educators of their children.
Connection to educators, land, and community are necessary for continued growth.
Safe and secure relationships are integral to early learning.
Play
Play is purposeful.
All play is nurtured by a caring and curious educator who learns and discovers alongside the learner.
Play is integral to well-being and learning.
Language
Educators listen to and honour all the ways learners express themselves and provide environments rich in local First Nations’ languages.
Learners engage with stories, music, and art that is meaningful to them, their families, and communities.
All learners’ languages and cultures are welcomed, valued, and woven into early learning environments.
Resources for Educators
Learning Stories
Connections
August 20 - 21, 2025
See you at Ed Camp at our Outdoor Play + Inquiry session!
Early Learning Educators will join Terri, Katharine, and Kailen to nurture their relationship with the land, build on a learner’s spark to plan outdoor inquiry, and expand their use of observations to document learning.
Celebrations
“We could spend the day telling stories. The kids are in love with learning and having fun.”
Educator
“I like exploring further and further!”
Learner
“You have to believe in yourself.”
Learner
“I’m being brave.”
Learner
“[When the class goes outside] the learners are gaining strong cultural ties, a sense of First Nation values, and a connection to self.”
Land and Language Connector
“I like climbing the big hill to look at plants.”
Learner
“Even if there is no sun outside, the kids are sunshine.”
Educator
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Katharine Grenier and Terri Gordon make up the First Nation School Board’s Early Learning Team.