Trauma-Informed Care & Building Resilience

Our program is certified in the ACE Interface approach — helping every child feel safe, seen, and supported so they can truly thrive.

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A Foundation of Trust & Empowerment

Trauma-informed care and resilience-building are woven into the fabric of everything we do at Sunshine Family Childcare. We believe that understanding a child's full story — their experiences, their family, their strengths — is the foundation of meaningful education.

By embracing the principles of trauma-informed care, we deepen our knowledge of each child and family, cultivating genuine connections built on empathy, safety, and mutual respect. The result is a classroom where every child feels empowered to grow.

Certified ACE Interface Presenter — Svitlana Uniyat
ACE Interface Certification · FamilyWise
Our Approach
Three Pillars of Trauma-Informed Practice

Safety & Awareness

We create predictable, calm routines that help children feel physically and emotionally safe — the essential first step for learning and growth.

Connection & Trust

We build authentic partnerships with families — meeting them where they are, honoring their cultures, and fostering an environment of open communication.

Resilience & Empowerment

We nurture each child's inner strengths, helping them develop the confidence, coping skills, and self-regulation they need to flourish in kindergarten and beyond.

Creating a Trauma-Sensitive Classroom

A trauma-sensitive classroom isn't simply a place — it's a carefully cultivated atmosphere where every interaction, every routine, and every space sends the message: you are safe, you belong, you matter.

Using ACE Interface principles, we learn the full picture of each child's world. This knowledge transforms how we respond, guide, and support — replacing reactive discipline with compassionate understanding and proactive care.

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Adverse Childhood Experiences — the science behind our approach
100%
Of our teaching practice is grounded in trauma-informed principles
Certified Presenter
Svitlana Uniyat holds the designation of Certified ACE Interface Presenter, awarded by FamilyWise and ACE Interface Inc.