What methods of discipline do you use with the children?
The foundation of our program is based on self awareness. Our discipline methods follow a cause and effect model where natural consequences are key. We use behavioral issues as our guides for teaching during our day….its the best part!! Our discipline is in the moment, right to the heart of the matter. We guide the children into self awareness by letting them know we see them in the truth of the situation, understanding that they are having a feeling, and guiding them into a safe self awareness. We help them with the words they can use to communicate how they feel. We encourage them to stay in the process with each other until all participants feel heard and validated and ready to move on.
What is the adult to child ratio?
Our pre-k morning program never exceeds a 10 children maximum with two teachers on site. Focusing on each child’s specific needs is of utmost importance here.
Is this an academic program?
No, not for the most part. We believe once a child can truly see themselves, and become aware of their triggers and identify why they act the way they do, learning concepts will naturally follow. Everything we do throughout the day is a learning experience. When each child is socially and emotionally set we start to incorporate a more academic curriculum.
What do you view as the most important things to focus on w children of this age?
Children are brilliant, and are capable of understanding their drives, motives, and consciousness when given the opportunity and words to practice it. We learn how to treat each other and ourselves with compassion, kindness, and empathy. We honor each child’s curiosity and give them opportunities to express ideas.
Is there aftercare?
No, we are only open during program hours. 9:30-12:30
What if my child is already socially good?
We are always raising the bar on social and emotion growth. The sky is the limit.
Do you accept children with behavioral problems?
Yes! We believe most behavioral problems come from repressed and unaware feelings and emotions, or early childhood trauma. We help each child discover what feelings they are having and healthy ways of expressing them. We see a very fast turn around in this area. We do have a screening process to make sure we are a good fit for each individual families needs.