Inspiring Little Minds...Creating Big Potential
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Inspiring Little Minds...Creating Big Potential 〰️
Early Childhood Education
Amazing Staff
Our staff are very well-educated, extremely dedicated educators and specialist create caring, responsive classrooms where every child feels seen, heard and supported.
Nationally Recognized Curriculum
The HighScope Curriculum uses an active learning approach, which encourages children to explore, make choices, solve problems and learn through hands-on experiences-focusing on the process, not just the product.
Developmental Screenings
We conduct ongoing developmental screenings and monitoring to understand each child’s strengths and needs. This information helps guide individualized support and ensure every child has the best opportunity to grow and thrive.
Classroom Support
Our specialist work directly with children and coach teachers to provide strategies, resources and support that promote learning, participation and inclusion for all children.
Developmental Supports
Learning Specialists
Consulting Cognitive and Speech Therapists work individually and in small groups with children who have identified needs. The specialists also work closely with classroom staff and meet regularly with parents to ensure that gains made in the classroom are transferred to the home.
Art Therapy
Our Registered, Board Certified Art Therapist works with children who have a variety of needs; primarily focusing on strengthening resilience, actively encouraging social-emotional growth and developing effective self-regulation. She works with children individually or in small groups- both inside and outside of the classroom.
Family Services
Family Workshops
Throughout the year, we offer workshops that provide families with information and tools to support their children and themselves. Topics include nutrition, positive behavior strategies, strengthening parent-child relationships, building resilience, and practicing self-care.
Support Groups
Our monthly support groups give parents an opportunity to connect in a welcoming, informal setting. Families can share their experiences, celebrate successes, discuss challenges, and support one another.
Home Visits
Our family workers visit each child’s home at least once a year to get to know children and their families. These visits help us build trusting relationships and better understand each family’s strengths, goals, and needs.
Family Partnerships
Our family workers partner with families to create a written plan that identifies their goals for the year. Together, they review progress and connect families with guidance and resources along the way.
Ongoing Communication
Strong relationships begin with open communication. Our directors, supervisors, family workers, teachers, and office staff stay connected with families through conversations, phone calls, and Children’s Day gatherings.
Nutrition and Wellness
Healthy Meals
At Children’s Day, healthy habits are an important part of learning and growing. We provide nutritious meals and encourage daily wellness practices that support children’s overall health and readiness to learn.Through the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP
Wellness
Our on-staff nurse helps keep children healthy and ready to learn. She maintains student health records, responds to health needs at the center, and provides health screenings. She also works closely with families of children with chronic health conditions and connects with community healthcare providers, including physicians, dentists, and clinics.
