A Day at New Discoveries
Throughout the day at New Discoveries, whether in small or in large groups, individually at free play or together at circle time, children become confident learners. When using gross or fine motor skills, they gain spatial awareness. Through hands-on explorations or using only their cognitive skills, they make sense of the world around them. With the understanding that curriculum should shift and shape to meet children's needs and interests, our program provides a wonderful setting that encourages each child’s individual potential and readiness.
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Learning Through Play and Experience
From early interactions as infants, to developing friendships and problem solving, play is one of the ways children construct knowledge. Stimulating play gives children the freedom to explore their classroom environment, practice skills and learn about themselves and their world. Learning Through Small Group Investigations Young learners gain knowledge through observation and conversation. As children interact and explore in a vibrant classroom of intriguing centers, they learn from each other as well as from teachers. Learning Through Class Gatherings Circle Times and All School Enrichment gatherings are opportunities to interact and share ideas with peers and adults. Within this framework children learn to take turns, to listen and respond. They ask and answer questions, fostering their language, cognitive, and social skills. Learning with Thematic Explorations New Discoveries takes the Project Approach to learning which builds on natural curiosity, enabling children to interact, question, connect, problem-solve, communicate and reflect. These monthly themes draw on their current knowledge and interests. Discussion, fieldwork, review, and culminating projects engage, challenge, and enrich our young learners. It essentially makes learning the stuff of real life and children active participants in and shapers of their worlds. |
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Learning through Readiness and Emergent Curriculum Instruction
Our curriculum material provides an accelerated learning opportunity. Our phonics based reading readiness program, and a multi-sensory approach to handwriting constructs the academic foundation critical to a child’s future school success. Our emergent curriculum allows for fun and spontaneous learning, engaging children in exploration and investigation. Learning with Extra Curricular Activities On occasion we will bring in trainers or entertainers in various subjects to enrich our learning experiences. These may include opportunities for creative expression (art experiences, music gathered at the piano or guitar), motor movement (Dance), linguistic instruction (Spanish), and skills enhancement. Incorporating these exceptional educational experiences into the child’s day, enhances intellect, promotes creativity and improves social skills. Learning through Fine and Gross Motor Skills Development Practice and encouragement are key to both fine and gross motor development. Scissors, puzzles, and manipulatives promote dexterity and help children develop the precise movements they need, such as cutting, grasping, and writing. Gross motor activities, on the other hand, foster spatial awareness and cognitive skills, as well as build "healthy bodies and strong minds." |
NON-DISCRIMINATION - New Discoveries welcomes children, regardless of sex, race, religion, or national /ethnic origin to our program.