About Us
Our Purpose
At Big Steps Little Feet Preschool we provide:
- 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
Our 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.
Our Experience
Teacher Lisa is a Washoe Co. licensed, insured, preschool teacher with extensive early childhood education background and training with 27 years preschool experience, and 30 years home childcare experience. She has 5 children and 5 granchildren. The co-teacher, Jessica Duralde, has an extensive background in leading school-age and preschool programs in Children's Ministry and receives 24 early childhood training hours every year. She is in her second year at Big Steps Little Feet and she has 4 children who have attended the program giving her 7 years experience with the program.
They are both CPR and First Aid certified and participate in continuing education. Teacher Lisa is a members of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and the National Association for Family Childcare.
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