Parents are encouraged to participate in the education process and many take an active role as volunteers at the school. Visitors are frequently struck by the friendly, energetic, child-centered approach of the teachers and the excitement and enthusiasm of the children. Research shows that the early childhood years are a sensitive, critical time - a precursor for future learning. Our programs take advantage of learning begun in the home by providing appropriate activities that enhance the child's natural development during these years. For example, at age 3, children begin to grasp the concept of sequencing, which is reinforced by our teachers' presentation of materials from left to right, top to bottom, smallest to biggest, concrete to abstract, etc.
Teachers are able to encourage each student to excel in our small class sizes.
In recent years, classes have gone to Moab, Utah, Washington, D.C. and the Grand Canyon. Set on a beautiful three-acre site with enormous, mature trees, there are five main buildings containing ten separate classrooms, each with its own outdoor garden. Visitors are welcome, and are required to check in with the school office. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment so that we may show you the campus and classrooms. Tuition covers most of the basic expenses of operating Jarrow.