The curriculum here at Natural Wonders Playschool is custom and is specifically designed to cater to all types of learning styles. We appreciate and understand that no two children learn in the same way or at the same pace and this is why we have chosen to take characteristics from Reggio Emelia, Waldorf, Montessori, and Nature Based preschool philosophies and combine them to create a curriculum that fosters our students natural learning process.
Montessori- Play based and child lead, teachers guide the students. Learning is hands on and done at the child's own pace.
Waldorf- Students are encouraged to explore and investigate, taking healthy risks and learning from their mistakes. Students also learn through real world practice such as gardening and cooking. Subjects such as art, math, science, and geography are incorporated into the play environment.
Reggio Emelia- Teachers, peers, families, and community are all included in the educational process. Students are given the ability to direct their own learning.
Nature Based-Helps students improve social skills, problem solving, concentration, gross motor skills, balance, coordination, and agility. Encourages students curiosity and desire to learn. Assists students in learning how to respect themselves, their peers, and the natural world. Gives hands on experience to important math and science skills.