To supplement the home through providing surroundings in which young children develop intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally under the guidance of qualified teachers. To promote among parents and other interested individuals greater understanding of child growth and learning and program development. It is based on the ideas of Swiss psychologist, Jean Piaget. His premise was that children learn best from activities they plan and carry out themselves. The adult's role is to channel children's play into challenging and meaningful activities.
Children begin the half-day sessions by planning activities with their teachers.
They fan out to different play areas to carry out their plans. After clean-up time, children and teachers recall together what they have done. They are expected to grow in confidence and self-esteem. By planning for themselves, the children see they can make things happen.