All Saints Little Saints Child Development Center

From the Director:

Our approach to learning is child-centered, with self-selection an important aspect of our activities.

From the Director:

Our goal is to provide opportunities for meaningful play that are based on the child's individual needs, interests and abilities which will build important foundations for future reading skills and other academic pursuits.

"At Little Saints, we recognize that each child is a unique individual who requires nurturing and guidance to develop. The Little Saints program is designed to encourage the spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth of each child. Our approach is child-centered, with self-selection an important aspect of our activities. A variety of developmentally appropriate activities are available to encourage the process of learning in a "hands-on" environment."

-- Excerpted from school literature

Learning experiences include concrete manipulatives and sensory activities designed to promote the developmentally appropriate concepts, skills, abilities, attitudes, and knowledge. These age-appropriate experiences include exploring, verbalizing, social interaction, art, dramatica, creative play, music, and computer experience. In addition, for three and four year olds, we include field trip activities to help develop self-assurance , science, and fine arts. -excerpted from school website

Daily interaction between parents and teachers in the form of daily reports and newsletters. Two parent/teacher conferences per year. Posted classroom lesson plans and daily schedule. Two parent education nights. Volunteer opportunities. Fall Family Picninc. Parent Coffee in September.

Before school begins, the parent accompanies and stays with the child during a one hour school visit. This is an important step in the separation process and helps your child make the transition from home to school. Half days for one and two year olds on the first day of school, to help with the transition.