NAEYC Standards

Relationships- We prioritize positive relationships between children and adults. Creating a warm, safe, and nurturing environment, we strive to make children feel welcomed. Our staff are fully equipped with the necessary tools and strategies to encourage children’s development, guide conflicts, and tailor curriculum to fit each child’s specific needs. (NAEYC, N/A).

Curriculum- Our curriculum is specifically designed to align with the goals, mission, and philosophy of our center. We provide a well-developed curriculum that guides our faculty and staff to provide effective quality care.

Teaching- Our teaching staff encourages direct learning, collaborative play and critical thinking while regularly recognizing the students’ accomplishments.

Assessment of Child Progress- We regularly assess students’ progress while tailoring the curriculum to fit their specific needs. Our assessments are designed to inform the staff of the students’ progress.

Health- We prioritize the health and safety of our students, ensuring that proper hygiene and nutrition, and healthy habits are being practiced. (NAEYC, N/A).

Teachers (how you support your staff)- We implement training and certification courses to ensure that our staff are set for professional development opportunities.

Families- We encourage open communication allowing parents to express their thoughts and concerns. We also encourage families to participate in events and be an active member in their child’s learning experiences.

Community Relationships- We collaborate with the community and local organizations to advocate for the enrichment of early education. (NAEYC, N/A).

Physical Environment (indoors and out)- Our center provides safe spaces indoor and out that are designed to promote creativity, physical play, and exploration of their environment. (NAEYC). Our indoor and outdoor play areas are equipped with age-appropriate obstacles that enhance the physical, cognitive, and social/emotional development in each child.

Leadership and Management- Our leadership team has recently attended a workshop on developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) to be equipped with the knowledge, tools, and skills to support the learning development of all students.