Seattle, WA
Giddens School

General Approach to Learning

	Play-based
	Play-based with some structure
	Predominantly teacher-led instruction
	Montessori
	Waldorf
	Co-op
	Reggio-Emilia

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Savvy Source's Comments

Preschool Philosophy:
Giddens School seeks to understand, nurture and educate each child by creating a community centered on a number of important principles.
Developmentally Appropriate Approach
Children process the world around them in different ways at each stage of their development. They learn best when they are being taught in a way that fits their current level of development and suits individual learning styles. The curriculum at Giddens follows a developmentally appropriate approach, matching methods and materials to the stage of each child.
Integrated Curriculum
We believe that children absorb information in many ways. They engage with the physical world, process their thoughts and feelings, and seek to understand what they experience with the people and the materials in their environment. Topics such as families, animals, weather, gardening, and folk tales create the context in which to teach science, math, reading, and writing in an integrated approach to curriculum.
Anti-bias and Social Justice
At Giddens, we pay special attention to anti-bias and social justice education. We create educational conditions in which children develop a confident self image and group identity, learning to interact comfortably and empathetically with people from diverse backgrounds. They develop an ability to stand up for themselves and others in the face of bias, and learn to think critically. This journey begins in preschool, and continues through the primary grades. Drawing on these anti bias benchmarks, we create environments in which social justice is highlighted. We seek to understand others, build community and take action to make the world a better place.
(from school website_

Social Skills & Work Habits

OVERALL RATING (4.4)
This school has increased my child's:
Ability to listen and follow directions
Ability to sit still for longer periods of time
Ability to be a part of a group of children
Self-sufficiency and independence
Awareness of others’ feelings
Cooperation with other children

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