School for Young Children

. . . that are important to know about SYC

• Young children learn through play.
• Children select their own play themes.
• Children are treated with warmth and respect by teachers.
• We believe in the child development process–that each child will grow and learn at her own rate.
• We foster children’s self-esteem.
• We help children learn to resolve conflicts by communicating their feelings and helping them develop problem-solving skills.
• Open ended art activities promote creativity.
• We help with the transition from home to school.
• Children learn group skills in a developmentally appropriate way.
• We believe in parents as partners in the education of their children.
• We promote literacy development in ways that are meaningful to young children.
• Joy.