Purpose  |  Philosophy  |  Experience

PURPOSE
Big Steps Little Feet Preschool provides: 

  • A safe and nurturing environment which promotes physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development for young children interwoven with Christian principles

  • Developmentally appropriate experiences that include music &, movement, art, dramatic play, science, manipulatives, water &, sand play, building, cooking, and monthly field trips to enhance the themes

  • A creative curriculum designed to meet all State of Nevada Pre-K standards using themes from the "Self-Concept Model" by Eva Essa, UNR professor and author which is then enhanced with daily Bible stories

  • An opportunity to prepare for any kindergarten classroom, meet with friends, gain new experiences, and make happy memories

  • Small class size - 5 to 1 ratio maximum

  • Opportunity for parent involvement

PHILOSOPHY
Preschool children learn through play. The teacher organizes the environment and activities which promote language, concepts about self, family, and the community, social skills, problem solving, motor coordination, self confidence and Christian values. Sensitive and consistent care characterize the program.

The teacher follows a developmental, child-centered approach to early education. A variety of materials and activities are used to help children learn at their pace with respect for their uniqueness. Children are given the opportunity to make choices and practice self-guidance and self-discipline in an encouraging environment.

EXPERIENCE
The teacher is a 20year-Washoe Co. licensed, insured, preschool teacher with extensive early childhood education background, 27 years preschool experience, and 30 years home childcare experience. She has 5 children. The co-teacher has an extensive background in preschool teaching. She has taught in early head start preschool children's programs and Child & Family Resource centers for 5 years and is in her second year at Big Steps Little Feet. She has 2 children who attended the program giving her 6 years exp. with the program.

They are both CPR and First Aid certified and participate in continuing education. They are members of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the local Reno chapter. Hundreds of references cheerfully given - just ask!


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