Children's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth are enhanced through a variety of activities which meet individual and group needs. Builds on, improves, and increases the knowledge skills that children bring to school. Promotes an appreciation of the similarities and differences among people. Incorporates active learning through body movement activities, manipulation of learning materials, and interaction with others. Encourages a love of learning.
Children learn, grow, and develop at different rates.
Differences can be observed in children of the same age who may vary in their ability to perform certain physical, social, or intellectual tasks. The Fairfax County Public Schools' early childhood curriculum takes into consideration these differences in young children. Through individualization of the instruction , all students will progress at their own rates of development. Each student is given the opportunity to experience success, and build a positive self-concept. In the elementary years, a sound foundation in speaking, writing, reading, and mathematics prepares students for academic success in later years.