Through a combination of child initiated and teacher directed activities, children develop positive social skil ls and self-image, enhanced creativity, expanded language skills and cognitive abilities, physical growth, and an appreciation for diversity. Classrooms Children at Sunflower work in a multi-aged group with several rooms available to explore. Staffing is provided by parents and part time work study employees. A staff to child ratio of 1 to 4 is maintained at all times. Meals and Snacks Morning and afternoon snacks are provided by Sunflower.
Children bring sack lunches from home.
The program at Sunflower is based on parent involvement and participation. All program decisions are made at required monthly parent meetings and the center is primarily staffed by parents with a minimum of 9 hours per week of parent participa tion. Semi annual work-parties are also required for parents with children enrolled at Sunflower. Enrollment Enrollment is open to children of IUB students, staff and faculty, ages 1 year to six years, with a maximum enrollment of 14 children and 15 families. Parents requesting enrollment are required to complete an application form and be interviewed by a current Sunflower parent.