Our Beliefs and Purpose
At Alpine Children’s Services, we believe every child deserves a nurturing and stimulating environment to learn and grow. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable, and sustainable early childhood education that meets the unique needs of our local community. Our commitment to fostering the development and well-being of children and families within our region is unwavering and guides every decision.
Beliefs
Our BELIEF STATEMENT articulates the vision of the world we want to live in. It shares what we believe should be true of the world and is the highest statement of our strategic direction.
We believe all children and families should be safe, nurtured, and experience a supportive foundation that enables them to live happy lives.
Implementing this belief will take the efforts of our stakeholders, including the Board, the leadership team, our dedicated staff, and our community.
Our Purpose
Our role in realising this belief is our PURPOSE.
By 2028, we will be a recognised leader in the early childhood sector, offering sustainable and innovative programs aligned with our not-for-profit and community values. We will ensure all children have equal access to our programs and services and are educated by a valued, happy, and supported team.
Our Values
Our values are intended to create a shared purpose and understanding of who we are, what we stand for, and how we act. These values guide us daily to achieve our strategic objectives.
Our Values are:
Responsive to Community We are committed to understanding, engaging with, and responding to the diverse needs of the communities we serve. We actively seek partnerships and collaborations that foster an inclusive, supportive, and enriching environment for children and families, ensuring our services address our community’s unique challenges and opportunities.
Integrity We are steadfast in our commitment to honesty, transparency, and ethical behaviour in all that we do. We cultivate trust and credibility with our colleagues, families, communities, and partners by being authentic and loyal to our beliefs and purpose.
Personable and Caring We prioritise kindness, nurturing, and empathy in every interaction, creating a safe and supportive atmosphere for the children and families we serve. Our approach is centred on enabling and empowering each individual to reach their fullest potential while fostering a sense of belonging, understanding, and mutual respect within our community.
Accountable We are dedicated to delivering the highest quality of service by taking ownership of our actions, decisions, and results. We empower our colleagues to act responsibly and transparently, ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and fostering trust among the children, families, and communities we serve.
Joyful We embrace laughter, passion, and a zest for life and work, striving to bring colour and positivity into every aspect of our organisation. We believe in cultivating an environment that fosters joy, uplifts spirits, and inspires all to embrace the brighter side of life, ensuring happiness and fulfilment underpin our shared journey of growth and learning.
Alpine Children’s Services adheres to Child Safe Standards and all staff are considered Mandatory Reporters of child abuse, suspected abuse or neglect as described in our Child Safe Policy. Staff are responsible for reporting any suspicions about child safety to their Manager or the CEO as soon as possible.