First Presbyterian Chc Of Santa Monica Nursery Sc

We strive to encourage a collaborative environment where
children, teachers, and parents can learn from each other and a place
where each individual is respected and valued. We look deeply at the
image of the child, the image of the teacher, and the image of the
school environment. The importance of social and emotional growth
during the early years gives emphasis to small group work and
problem-solving among peers. Our curriculum emerges from the children’s
interests and investigations. There is a collaboration of ideas between
children and teachers giving respect to the child’s development and the
many languages of learning, such as imaginative, cognitive,
communicative, logical and creative. We encourage children to be
co-participants in the organization of their daily life in the classroom
and school. Our environment is a teaching laboratory of creative spaces
that motivate learning, develop relationships and promote a child’s
strong sense of self and security. Our school is in continual dialogue
with the schools in Reggio Emilia, Italy. We share many of their
theories and practices which have been recognized throughout the world
for their innovative excellence.