Philosophy
A quality early childhood program promotes a safe and stimulating environment that promotes the spiritual, social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth of a child. Children should be provided with opportunities to investigate and explore their world creatively in a hands-on environment. A developmentally appropriate program recognizes that:
- Children construct their own knowledge
- Learning activities must be active not passive
- Language develops best in a social context
- Families and communities must be more fully involved as partners with schools
- Appropriate assessment strengthens learning and teaching
- Positive social environments contribute to learning
- Honoring children's cultural backgrounds helps them maintain and build self respect and honor the cultures of others.