Seedschool

Our philosophy:
Children learn most through exploration of their environment. A multi-sensory environment rich in sights, sounds and textures, both soothing and stimulating, nurtures a child’s creativity and sense of self-worth. We achieve this environment by featuring:
*Holistic, self-directed, project-based learning
*A child and family centered approach to early learning
*A multi-age (4-8 years) class group
*Low teacher: child ratio
*Extensive outdoor exploration in all seasons
*Farming and gardening activities
*Life skills such as knitting, cooking, and woodworking

Recognizing that each child is an individual who experiences life in a unique way; Seedschool is guided by the wisdom of a variety of educational theories and principles:
*Developmentally Appropriate Practices (NAEYC)
*Emergent Curriculum / Project Approach
*The Reggio Emilia approach
*Jean Piaget‘s Cognitive Development Theory
*The theories of Maria Montessori
*The theories of Rudolph Steiner / Waldorf Education
*The teachings of Friedrich Froebel
*Relationship / Attachment based care
*The spirit of the one room schoolhouse – a classroom community of mentoring and cooperation
Our program will pursue accreditation with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).