PHILOSOPHY AND CURRICULUM

 

 

 

The staff at End of the Rainbow bases its philosophy on each child's total development. We provide an enriching atmosphere which enables the child to develop socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively. We offer a learning environment which provides developmentally appropriate experiences designed to stimulate these areas of growth. The children are involved in first hand experiences and opportunities for self exploration and growth. They are encouraged to explore the world around them through free play and directed activities. Learning through play is the heart of our curriculum. Daily lesson plans are introduced through structured themes with the children's interest in mind. Through play children learn about themselves, others and the world around them.

 

 

 

 

Director- Nikki Reynolds (on right) at EOR since 2000 and assistant director Ginger Otto (on left) at EOR since 1997

 

Children develop and learn on an individual basis. Working with children in small groups enables them to receive the personalized attention they need to excel. Also, it allows our staff the opportunity to observe and meet the individual needs of each child. Our program offers each child the individual care, attention, nurturing and love which is necessary for healthy growth. We value the individuality of each child by recognizing these differences and offering personal care and attention in a group setting.

                Involving families in our program is a top priority. This helps children, parents and our staff make strong connection between home and center. We are an extension of the family, developing a partnership where sharing support, ideas and genuine love for children is of the utmost importance. We encourage parents to visit and participate in school activities.

 

CURRICULUM GUIDELINES FOR DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE PRACTICE

 

The curriculum provides for all areas of a child's development including physical, social, emotional and cognitive. Curriculum planning is based on teacher's observations and recordings of each child's special needs, interests and developmental abilities. Classroom environments are designed for the children to learn through active exploration and interaction with adults, peers and materials. Learning activities and, materials are concrete, real and relevant to the lives of children. Each program provides for a wide range of developmental abilities and interests which are increased in difficulty and challenge as the children develop understanding and appropriate skills. Multicultural and nonsexist experiences, materials, activities and equipment are provided for children of all ages.