At Great Beginnings, we provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum based on a child-centered perspective that acknowledges your child as a whole: a social, cognitive, emotional, and physical individual. We create an environment which will motivate your child to discover and apply new skills. Children become active learners through play as well as teacher-guided morning circle time, group art projects and morning instruction; our teachers will observe your child and respond to inquiries and activities initiated by him/her.
How do our teachers promote social, cognitive, emotional, and physical growth?
- Social: Social skills are learned through circle time discussions and interactions with the teachers and their peers. Your child will learn how to initiate or manage social interactions inside and outside the classroom with classmates and the greater preschool community. Children will be encouraged to make decisions and to consider how their actions affect others.
- Cognitive: Our teachers consider their classroom setting a rich opportunity to learn. They create challenging activities using enriching materials while providing supportive assistance. Your child will be encouraged to be an active participant in activities such as art, math, science, language, and phonics. All children enjoy a weekly music class and an optional Spanish lesson as well.
- Emotional: Various artwork activities, storytelling and group exercises as well as ample time to socialize enhance self-esteem and self-expression which in turn creates a safe environment for emotional growth.
- Physical: We understand the importance of developing gross motor skills such as hand-eye coordination, balance, and overall body awareness. Children have ample outdoor play time and are encouraged to explore games like ring toss, basketball and ABC bowling. Our children enjoy a weekly dance class and MyGym as well.
Our staff strives to build an extraordinary relationship with your child and you. You will be informed and included in all decisions regarding your child’s’ needs. We welcome and encourage your input in creating the best learning environment possible.
At Great Beginnings, we believe your child is a special part of the human existence and is a valuable part of life. Research is continuing to find that the early learning years form the foundation for later development.
Great Beginnings is where a lifetime of learning begins.
To schedule a tour of Great Beginnings, email us or call us at 818-763-5859.