Our Curriculum
Loving Start provides developmentally appropriate activities in a caring, safe and nurturing environment. We seek to develop each child's physical, cognitive, emotional and social growth.
We see our program as child-centered and play-based. Emergent curriculum and developmentally appropriate practice builds on the belief that children are competent learners. We consider the Wisconsin Model of Early Learning Standards as we plan our curriculum. Additionally, we are inspired by many different resources including Reggio Emilia, Waldorf and The Creative Curriculum.
We see our program as child-centered and play-based. Emergent curriculum and developmentally appropriate practice builds on the belief that children are competent learners. We consider the Wisconsin Model of Early Learning Standards as we plan our curriculum. Additionally, we are inspired by many different resources including Reggio Emilia, Waldorf and The Creative Curriculum.
Weekly Units
Our curriculum follows themed Weekly Units throughout the school year. A Weekly Newsletter is emailed every Sunday that shares the week’s focus, books that will be read, art experiences, detailed small group activities, and reminders.
School Activities
A typical day consists of both structured time and free play, including story time, circle time, snack time, small group time, and discovery, science and art exploration. Fine motor manipulatives and large motor activities are incorporated daily with blocks & building, music & movement, and imaginative & dramatic play and more.
Areas of Focus
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Language and communication skills
Self help skills Readiness skills |
Self expression through art/music
Social skills Imaginative play Problem solving |
Large/small muscle development
Science and nature discovery Positive self image |
End of Year Portfolios
Each student receives an End of the Year Binder filled with memories of the school year including photos, artwork, writing samples, and more. This is a great keepsake loved by students and adults alike!