55th Street School

School Philosophy

General Approach to Learning: Play-Based

Curriculum & Teaching Approach

Learning Philosophy & Tools

	Play- based	mostly teacher led	not formally in curriculum	conducive environment
Language				more More Information Tracing paper and other writing instruments A well-stocked bookcase
Oral language
Nursery rhymes, poems, songs
Storybook reading
Emerging literacy skills
Cognitive development
Math & number sense				more More Information Puzzles
Time & space				more More Information Parquetry blocks, pegboards, and mosaic toys Maps Building blocks
Sci. reasoning/physical world				more More Information A place for science activities such as growing plants
Music				more More Information Musical instruments
Visual arts				more More Information Materials such as paint, ink, paintbrushes, crayons, markers, chalk, paper, etc. Art work on the walls
Physical activity				more More Information A playground with climbing equipment Bean bags, balls, and other objects that children can throw, kick, and play Tricycles Enough room for children to move around and play and a suitable indoor alternative to the outdoor playground on rainy days Sandboxes and/or water stations for play
Other subjects taught	Creative dance French

Home-School Connection

Parents Say They are Encouraged to:

• Hold social events at the school to build community
• Fundraise
• Are able to visit the school anytime we want
• Go on field trips
• Volunteer in the classroom

Modes of Communication

• Notes
• Phone Calls
• Voice Mail
• Special Meetings
• Two or More Regular Conferences
• Drop-Off
• Pick-Up