PHILOSOPHY & GOALS

I believe that each child is a unique individual who needs a secure, caring, and stimulating atmosphere in which to grow and mature emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially. As a dayhome provider my goals and commitment to the children and families I care for are:

1) To help children meet their fullest potential in all areas by providing a safe, predictable environment that supports risk-taking, and invites a sharing of ideas. (prior to being independent a child must know that they can depend on adults and a predictable environment.)

2) To provide an environment where discipline occurs naturally through problem solving, limit setting, and redirection.

3) To provide a structured yet flexible schedule, that is child-oriented vs teacher- directed.

4) To provide a learning environment with age-appropriate activities that stimulate positive, sensory-motor development, language development, cognitive development and social interaction.

5) To instil good habits such as washing hands, covering mouth when coughing/sneezing, etc, good manners, and healthy eating and to teach children to respect each other, adults and property.

6) To help children develop a positive self-image, a feeling of self-worth and competence

7) To develop caring and sharing partnerships with all parents. (see Parental Involvement Policy)

8) To support social and emotional development through positive guidance and interactions. ( See Guidance Policy)