Curriculum

Although our program is informal and flexible, the environment, activities, and routines are the result of careful planning based on knowledge of each child's growth and development.

Learning Environment

We know that young children view the world concretely and that learning has to be interactive and involve the whole child. We have created a sensory-rich environment for children to learn and develop through their senses. The classrooms are set up in advance by the teachers to provide children with a variety of learning experiences.

Emotional Development

Our teachers' commitment to the importance of your child's emotional development, as well as their ability to form positive personal relationships with them, is the most crucial component of our successful emotion-based curriculum. We let children know that who they are, what they feel, think and what say matters.

Discipline and Conflict Resolution

One of the most important tasks for young children is learning what behaviors are appropriate. Although the words "discipline" and "punishment" are often used to mean the same thing, they are actually very different. Discipline means to teach, to guide, and to support children towards acceptable behavior. The goal of discipline is to help children gain internal controls. Punishment is punitive and may stop a child's negative behavior temporarily, but it doesn't help them develop self-control. Out goal is to help your child develop internal controls and problem-solving skills.

Art

Art at Growing Place places an emphasis on the process, not the product. During this process children develop fine motor skills, language, visual spatial skills, problem solving and critical thinking. GPFP has a dedicated art studio that supports teachers in developing projects with the children. The projects summarize learning experiences while using a variety of materials, tools, and techniques.

Music

Music is beneficial to children as it enlivens and enriches the learning environment. They can explore emotions through music, which may help them to better understand themselves and others. It can also help children develop socially as they are cooperating with others. Dancing helps children to build motor skills and practice self-expression. Teachers incorporate music into their daily curriculum and we provide a weekly visit from a music specialist.