How these situations are handled determines how a person's personality and character are formed. At Jacob's Ladder, we nurture positive responses to these three stages. The children feel safe and are encouraged to explore not only materials, but also their relationships with other children and adults. They feel important and valued because others listen to them, seek out their ideas and allow them to express themselves. The environment here encourages both autonomy and self-control.
Children learn to handle their feelings in acceptable, socially appropriate ways.
They are encouraged to make decisions for themselves, thereby experiencing a sense of control over certain aspects of their lives. They learn that what they say and do is important and has an effect on others. Within the framework of our philosophy and objectives, we include Show and Tell, Stories, Arts and Crafts, Cooking, Fingerplays, Weekly Music and Creative Movement Classes, Playtime, Organized Games and Field Trips. We are also members of the Scholastic Book Club which gives our students the opportunity to purchase books on a monthly basis if desired. 3 Year Old Program New for 2001 - afternoon program added The 3 year old program meets 2 days a week and is designed to provide your child with a positive first school experience.