Education & development

 

Creative Curriculum for Toddlers and Preschoolers

The Berry Patch utilizes Creative Curriculum, which gives the teachers tools to address areas of literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, art, technology, and socialization.  Each classroom is designed with center based learning in mind.  Centers include art, blocks, dramatic play, library, science, math, toys and games, sand and water, and writing (for the older classrooms).  Children work independently, in groups, and with the teacher to get a well rounded academic experience.

Small Group

During class the children will work in small groups with the teacher.  This allows for more one on one time with the teacher in a setting where the children feel comfortable and excited about learning.  Each age group is provided with developmentally appropriate lessons. 

Assessments

Each classroom provides parent teacher conferences twice a year.  Assessments include monitoring the Creative Curriculum benchmarks for each age group and portfolio assessments.

Parent and Teacher Community

We understand how important it is for not only children, but families to feel welcome in our school.  We keep close touch to all families through a variety of media.  Our doors are always open and we welcome parents to visit as often as they like and take part in the class!

Science Program

The Berry Patch has an extensive science program.  We encourage the children to use their senses, investigate, observe, use scientific tools, compare and contrast, and experiment through a hands on program that explores nature, animals, recycling, reactions, weather, and so much more!

Literacy Program

Reading is fun and we make sure to promote a love of reading in all of our children.  From as early as infancy it is very important to read to children!  Story time is a huge part of a Berry Patch day and you will often see us reading a book by Eric Carle, Bill Martin Jr., Mem Fox, or Dr. Suess.   We welcome all parents to come to class to read a story to the children!  As your child moves further along in the program they will begin to recognized capital and lower case letters, letter sounds, and sound blends!