Guiding Principles

The design and development of Children's Gallery exhibitions and programs is guided by the following philosophical principles:

• Learning begins with creative play.
• Creativity builds self-esteem, a necessary ingredient for success.
• The spontaneous creativity within each child should be celebrated.
• Children learn more in the company of adults they trust i.e. their parents, grandparents, relatives, guardians, friends and teachers.
• Children explore the environment using all of their senses i.e. hands-on activities provide opportunities to explore and learn.
• Every child deserves access to a safe, stimulating and enjoyable learning environment.
• Children's exhibitions are curated for children - not for adults.
• To understand and appreciate other cultures is to build community harmony.
• Children are important members of our community who should be encouraged to express and develop their ideas and views i.e. children should be seen and heard.