Code of Conduct

Where Little Hearts Grow & Learning Never Ends

At Happy Hearts Daycare, we are committed to providing a safe, respectful and nurturing environment for every child, family and staff member. This Code of Conduct outlines our expectations to ensure our daycare remains a positive space for learning, growth and belonging.

Respect for All

  • Treat all children, staff and families with kindness, dignity and respect.
  • Celebrate diversity and foster inclusion in our daily activities and interactions.
  • Use respectful language, tone and behavior at all times.

Respect for All

  • Treat all children, staff and families with kindness, dignity and respect.
  • Celebrate diversity and foster inclusion in our daily activities and interactions.
  • Use respectful language, tone and behavior at all times.

Child-Centered Care

  • Prioritize the health, safety and well-being of every child.
  • Follow all supervision, hygiene and safety protocols diligently.
  • Support each child’s individuality, development and emotional needs with compassion and care.

Child-Centered Care

  • Prioritize the health, safety and well-being of every child.
  • Follow all supervision, hygiene and safety protocols diligently.
  • Support each child’s individuality, development and emotional needs with compassion and care.

Child-Centered Care

  • Prioritize the health, safety and well-being of every child.
  • Follow all supervision, hygiene and safety protocols diligently.
  • Support each child’s individuality, development and emotional needs with compassion and care.

Positive Communication

  • Use open, honest and respectful communication with families and staff.
  • Address concerns or conflicts calmly and professionally through proper channels.
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families and staff.

Positive Communication

  • Use open, honest and respectful communication with families and staff.
  • Address concerns or conflicts calmly and professionally through proper channels.
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families and staff.

Professionalism

  • Staff are expected to arrive on time, prepared and dressed appropriately.
  • Uphold all licensing, privacy and safety regulations as required by Alberta Child Care Licensing.
  • Remain mindful of being a positive role model in behavior, attitude and conduct.

Professionalism

  • Staff are expected to arrive on time, prepared and dressed appropriately.
  • Uphold all licensing, privacy and safety regulations as required by Alberta Child Care Licensing.
  • Remain mindful of being a positive role model in behavior, attitude and conduct.

Safe & Inclusive Environment

  • Physical punishment, verbal abuse or any form of discrimination is strictly prohibited.
  • Bullying, harassment or intimidation by any member of the community will not be tolerated.
  • Foster an environment where all children feel safe, welcomed and included.

Safe & Inclusive Environment

  • Physical punishment, verbal abuse or any form of discrimination is strictly prohibited.
  • Bullying, harassment or intimidation by any member of the community will not be tolerated.
  • Foster an environment where all children feel safe, welcomed and included.

Family Partnerships

  • Encourage active participation and open dialogue between families and caregivers.
  • Respect family values, cultures and parenting styles while upholding the center’s philosophy.
  • Support smooth transitions, daily communication and consistent updates on children’s progress.

Family Partnerships

  • Encourage active participation and open dialogue between families and caregivers.
  • Respect family values, cultures and parenting styles while upholding the center’s philosophy.
  • Support smooth transitions, daily communication and consistent updates on children’s progress.

Responsibility & Accountability

  • Staff and families must report any concerns related to safety, conduct or well-being to the Director.
  • Everyone is expected to follow the daycare’s policies and guidelines at all times.
  • Violations of this Code of Conduct may result in appropriate disciplinary action.

Responsibility & Accountability

  • Staff and families must report any concerns related to safety, conduct or well-being to the Director.
  • Everyone is expected to follow the daycare’s policies and guidelines at all times.
  • Violations of this Code of Conduct may result in appropriate disciplinary action.

At Happy Hearts Daycare, we believe in building a caring, collaborative community where every heart is valued. Thank you for being a part of our Happy Hearts family!