The Day School Experience
Children in Kindergarten and First Grade possess a natural curiosity and come to school eager to learn and eager to please. While exploring their sense of self, they begin to see their place in the world. Routine and structure are necessary for them. At this point they are developing a sense of responsibility and take pride in their accomplishments. Also, creative expression in various forms is quite evident throughout early childhood, the years of greatest growth and change — physically, mentally and emotionally. For this reason, our teachers educate the whole child.
Educational Excellence
The Kindergarten and First Grade experience lays a foundation of educational excellence and a love of learning by encouraging the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of each student in a safe and nurturing atmosphere. Children learn best in a diverse, active and engaging environment that recognizes individual talents and learning styles. Thus, students are inspired to develop a sense of responsibility for themselves and a respect for others. A Child-centered classroom focuses on the acquisition and development of basic, core skills and problem solving strategies through innovative educational activities. This approach enables our students to evolve into confident, lifelong learners who consistently strive toward their full potential while being aware of their personal learning styles.
A Safe and Supportive Environment
Our day school teaching environment encourages children to become life long learners by carefully teaching to a child’s individual strengths and weaknesses in such a way that both are bolstered. In this way, the child experiences success in all areas of their development. Teachers keep the following educational goals foremost in their minds as they create learning experiences for children:
- Foster a love of learning
- Develop fundamental academic skills
- Apply and integrate intellectual processes
- Recognize and support various learning styles
- Develop physical and artistic expression
- Promote individual social and emotional development
- Instill the virtues of good citizenship and social responsibility
