Adventure Zone Child Development Center

From the Director:

The teachers at our center agree that the most effective way to teach young children is to make the lesson FUN: use lots of props and tools; express enthusiasm about each topic; allow students to touch, smell, and discuss objects used during lessons; involve the children in the lesson.

The Adventure Zone teachers and staff make every attempt to discourage any stereotyping or labeling of children who might be "a little different" from the other students. Teachers work with children who are "different" based on the appropriate needs of each students; for example, if a teacher notices a child struggling with writing letters, the teacher might spend some time pointing out positive aspects of each child's letter and / or offer additional one-on-one with each child in a manner that would not single out the "different" student.

The Adventure Zone philosophy is to respect and nurture each student in a positive, fun, safe, and educational atmosphere.

Before preschool begins, children are encouraged to participate in group activities such as circle time, singing, or story time. Our preschool curriculum emphasizes early learning of numbers, letters, shapes, colors, manners, respect, and pride in a hands-on manner. During the school year, students are in a structured class with students near their own age for approximately 2 - 2.5 hours prior to lunch. The afternoon consists of play time, nap time, art, music, reading, and free time.

Parents are encouraged to drop by the center at any time to participate and / or observe their child's daily activities or to visit with his / her teacher. Each child has a folder with his or her name where projects, activities, and lessons are placed for the parent to take home. Our staff emphasizes positive aspects when discussing issues with parents and will address any concerns / questions in an appropriate, timely manner. Should there be an issue of serious concern, an incident report will be written by the staff person who handled the situation and the report will be discussed / reviewed with the parents of the children involved. In the entry way, literature is offered on topics from immunizations to child care assistance programs. The director and owner have vast knowledge of community, government, developmental, educational, and social resources and will offer such information to parents when appropriate or when asked to do so. Adventure Zone will have approximately two open houses each year in addition to an annual Christmas program.

Teachers and staff will assist parents with separation by redirecting their attention in a positive and appropriate manner.