At Schoolhouse Playcare Centres of Durham, we have always believed that children learn best through play-based experiences, and that early learning environments rich in play set the foundation for lifelong learning. We believe that children and their families deserve programs that reflect high quality, inclusive learning experiences that are based on current research on children’s development and best practices in pedagogy.
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Mission
To provide best in class, responsive, inclusive programs and services for children and families
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Vision
Children will have a strong foundation to meet their full potential
Values
Belonging
We acknowledge and value the individual perspectives, thoughts, beliefs, and ideas of others and create spaces for everyone to belong
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Collaboration
We foster meaningful partnerships and collaborations to meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve
Innovation
We proactively seek unique ways to create and adapt to change, to inspire the healthy growth and development of others

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
At Schoolhouse Playcare Centres of Durham we respect and celebrate the rich diversity of our employees, placement students, volunteers and families. We recognize these individuals represent all dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to, gender, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, family structure, age, education, physical and cognitive ability, and socio-economic status. Everyone brings with them a different set of perspectives, thoughts, beliefs, and ideas. This diversity continuously challenges us to reflect on our practices and do better. We fundamentally believe that all individuals should feel welcomed within our spaces and should always be treated equitably. The experience of our employees, placement students, volunteers and families will be free from discrimination and will comply with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Ontario Employment Standards Act.

Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge the land where we are located is land which has long served as a site of meeting and exchange among the Mississauga Peoples and is the traditional and treaty territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. We honour, recognize, and respect this nation and Indigenous Peoples as the traditional stewards of the land and waters. Miigwetch.”
Etiquette Statement
Schoolhouse Playcare Centres of Durham is a shared experience for everyone to enjoy. The experience our children, families, and childcare professionals is enhanced when everyone commits to always treating one another with respect and dignity.
We reserve the right to suspend, or withdraw childcare services, for any of the following behaviours from families:
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Any sexual, cultural, and/or racial abuse, slurs and/or harassment;
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Any action or language that is disrespectful, profane, or offensive to another’s comfort or well-being;
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Any physical assault, threats of assault or use of intimidation;
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Any abuse of the facility and/or the equipment;
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Any inappropriate behavior not conducive to a values-based family environment​
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