Guiding principles for our childcare include the following indicators of a quality program:
- A curriculum based on sound Christian principles of child development
- Warm and nurturing interactions among children and staff
- A healthy and safe environment for children
- A sufficient number of adults per child, appropriate for group size
- Strong communication among parents and staff
- Staff who are interactive with children and parents
- A commitment among staff to the continual development of teaching skills
- Developmental appropriateness of the curriculum
- Plentiful materials to stimulate learning
- A developmental focus that meets the needs of the whole child
- A program that emphasizes language development and a print-rich environment
- A program that encourages exploration and discovery