CURRICULUM


Tiny Tot believes that young children learn best through a curriculum which begins with an understanding of their play. Children learn through active play rather than passive learning. Children also understand things which are real or concrete rather than abstract. We emphasize the process of learning rather than the products.

Our curriculum is planned on a weekly basis for each group and is appropriate for the age span of the children in the group. Areas of consideration are the different needs, interests and developmental levels of the individual children. Our program addresses the needs of the whole child, taking into account all of their developmental needs: physical, social, emotional, and cognitive. We feel that a program that addresses only the cognitive or academic needs of children cannot prepare them with all of the skills they will need for life.

		Our program is based on the belief that not all children share the same interests. We allow children to make many choices throughout the day, regarding which activities they wish to participate in. Our goal is to shape the program around the children, rather than fitting the children into the program.

Our Curriculum is integrated throughout the classroom. Our themes are introduced through group time and stories, then carried through their art projects, games, songs and play.
		OUR PHILOSOPHY

Tiny Tot Pre-School believes in a developmental approach in working with children. Children are natural learners who learn and progress at their own rate of development. We believe in addressing the whole child. Physical, emotional, social and intellectual development are equally important and are provided for in a safe, healthy environment built on trust, security and loving relationships.

	Play is an essential tool for learning. It is through play that children come to understand natural and physical properties, develop fine and gross motor skills, learn and use language, develop a sense of imagination, experience distinctions between fantasy and reality, develop social relationships, self-control and respect for one another and the environment.

	Our staff members are qualified and experienced in working with young children. The curriculum is carefully planned to address the whole child. Teachers assess the individual needs and interests of each child and integrate new knowledge to interest and challenge the young mind.


		OUR GOALS

	•	To provide quality care in a warm, safe and nurturing environment.

	•	To help children develop a love of learning that will last a lifetime.

	•	To establish a working partnership with parents.

OUR CURRICULUM

Our Curriculum is integrated throughout the classroom. Our themes are introduced through group time and stories, then carried through their art projects, games, songs and play.