This code of ethics contains principles which members of the Early Childhood Development Association of Prince Edward Island adhere to while working with children. Childhood is a unique and valuable stage in the life cycle. Our paramount responsibility is to provide safe, healthy, nurturing and responsive settings for children. Early childhood educators respect and accept children as they are, regardless of their race, creed, emotional or physical make up. Early childhood educators have a moral and legal responsibility to report suspected cases of child abuse.
Families are of primary importance in children's development.
The term family may include others, besides parents, who are responsibly involved with the child. Early childhood educators acknowledge a responsibility to collaborate with the home and school. Early childhood educators recognize the role of parents as primary caregivers and the educator's role as one which is supportive to the family and the child. Early childhood educators respect the parents' knowledge of their child. Early childhood educators maintain confidentiality regarding knowledge obtained in the daily dealings with children.