*Open Since 1998
Licensed Child Care Center
Serving children six weeks to six years old.
Philosophy
It is our belief that the early years in a child's life has a significant effect on later development and that every child enters our center with a unique set of skills, accomplishments, and interests. It is our goal to support each child's development and learning throughout the year by designing optimal learning opportunities with the collaboration on staff, children and families, we will strive to provide an environment that promotes the feeling of safety, security, support, and respect for all children and their families.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are prepared on site. Nutritional guidelines are followed to bring the children in our care a healthy and balanced diet each day.
Family Involvement
Families are encouraged to become actively involved in their child's learning experience. We believe that a child's develop ment is enhanced by the amount of family involvement that occurs. It is our goal to support families with young children by informing them about issues that are important to them.. * 6 Wks to 6 Yrs Old
* State Licensed
* SRS Contracted
* Developmentally Appropriate Environment
* Hrs 7am - 6pm
* Family Support & Involvement
Curriculum
In order for children to grow and prosper both socially and intellectually they need the support of a warm,friendly environment where they feel secure and appreciated. Young children construct their knowledge by building on experiences from their surroundings. Children learn best through active,hands-on,discovery type methods through topics that are valued and meaning fuel o them. We want to foster their natural inclination to grow and learn by drawing from current,innovative early childhood approaches that are based on research and recent trends in our field.
Marsha Wiard - Owner/Director
* Degree in Elementary Education with An Emphasis in Early Childhood
* 20+ Years Teaching Experience (Preschool Through Third Grade)
* Kindergarten Teacher in Shawnee Mission School District
* Masters Degree i n Early Childhood Curriculum and Instruction
* Extensive High Scope Training and Experience
* Early Childhood Instructor at Local University