History
The common theme of happiness and well-being is echoed in The Meadows' teaching philosophy, as the curriculum places its primary focus upon social emotional development. Students at The Meadows will be encouraged to identify their feelings, respect the emotions and ideas of others, and learn important social skills and teamwork. The Meadows Learning Center also offers a unique approach to playtime, with two one-hour outdoor play breaks scheduled each day. The curriculum at The Meadows Early Learning Center is developed by the teachers based off of the Colorado core standards, and is designed to cater to each child individually. Lesson plans are crafted to appeal to topics that interest the children, and the curriculum will vary from month to month. The Meadows Early Learning Center also values the importance of good nutrition, and offers a hot breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack made from 100% natural ingredients, with no preservatives, added sugars or artificial colors.
Specialties
At The Meadows Early Learning Center in Parker, Colorado, the child care needs of children, parents, and teachers are all met. Teachers are appreciated and valued as integral team members. The Meadows Early Learning Center caters to parents, with extended hours for stress-free commuting and open communication with primary caregivers. Children are the focus of a curriculum centered on social and emotional development, with the added bonus of outside learning and emphasis on natural food. The innovative child care available at The Meadows Early Learning Center actively stimulates social and emotional development for children aged six weeks to six years old. Infants have plenty of floor and tummy time to practice gross and fine motor skills, in a setting unrestricted by bouncy seats, saucers, or swings. Babies are assigned a primary caregiver as a central point of contact for both the child and parent, while toddlers are encouraged to explore and experiment. Preschool children aged three to six coexist in a balanced classroom. Older children learn and pass on leadership qualities like problem-solving and conflict resolution, acting as role models for younger children. Children learn to be sensitive and empathetic by caring for classroom pets. Most importantly, children embrace communication: how to speak up, help each other, and ask for help...