About Us
| History Easton Learning Adventures Preschool first opened its doors at 101 Main Street in 1993 with an enrollment of just 30 children. The preschool has continually operated under the directorship of Sheryl Silkes, who has extensive knowledge and experience in the field of early education. During the summer of 2005, the school moved into a larger, more modern facility with state of the art furniture and equipment. The center currently enrolls over 130 students each fall and is now run by Samantha Kelly, Sheryl's daughter. We have always prided ourselves on our commitment to providing quality care in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment. The program is licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care and is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. |
| Philosophy Our preschool is founded on the philosophy that children, their families and society as a whole benefit from high quality early childhood programs. We believe that what children learn through early experiences will carry on to later successes in life. We know that children need time to be children and experience their childhoods’. Children in our program will have the opportunity to interact with their environment and their peers and make choices. As educators, we believe that children learn best in a multi-sensory, child-centered environment that encourages creativity and individuality. We emphasize a positive approach to learning with the teachers as guides and facilitators. Activities are designed and executed to provide for growth and development of the whole child. Daily projects are planned yet responsive to individual needs. Our program encourages a positive self-image. This is essential if children are to feel good about themselves and thus feel competent to succeed. Children will been given opportunities to develop both social and self- help skills in a safe and nurturing environment. At our center learning takes place naturally on a daily basis through exploration and experimentation of toys and materials within the child’s environment. Children will be provided the opportunity for both group and individual activities thus fostering self- discipline and socialization skills. We strive to meet each child’s individual needs, interests, ability levels, and cultural diversity. The Easton Learning Adventures Preschool embraces individual differences. Learning centers are designed throughout the classrooms to give children vast opportunities to explore and create. These interest areas are intended to offer an array of problem-solving and learning activities. Our curriculum emphasizes literacy, science, math, cooking, music, creativity, and motor development. Library visits, community resources, and field trips are also used to compliment the curriculum. Young children require clear limits to be set within their environment. Therefore, communication skills are emphasized and children are encouraged to verbalize their needs and desires. We believe children will thrive in an atmosphere of warmth, support and encouragement. Our program provides children with life experiences shared by staff and family reflecting social, religious, and ethnic diversity. We believe in parent and teacher continuity and strongly encourage parent involvement in our school. Teachers keep in contact with all parents as children cannot be expected to be the only connecting link between our center and their home. We believe in creating three way communications between child, center and home. Parents are encouraged to voice any concerns and if they choose, to take an active role in their child’s preschool experience. Our ultimate goal is to provide quality education to all children served in a warm and nurturing environment. We aim to help each child reach their full potential and succeed. |
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