The Children's Early Learning Space

Our play-based curriculum is built on the Responsive Curriculum and Vermont Early Learning Standards (VELS). Activities address all developmental domains, including cognitive, social, emotional and physical, and are planned in response to children’s needs, interests, and questions about their world. We feel children learn best through play and therefore, we provide opportunities for children to play and explore their environment frequently throughout their daily schedule. Teachers observe and record individual and group behavior and plan activities, projects and themes to support and extend children’s inquiries, the exploration of their environment and their relationships. Teachers plan curriculum in all content and developmental areas, as a flexible framework for teaching, and to support the development of daily plans and learning experiences. The classroom environment is set up to promote independence and the opportunity for discovery and experimentation. Curriculum is developed to be accessible to all children based on the recognition that children differ in their learning styles, home lives, and in the ways that they understand and represent their world.

Additional Information:

 Program Description:  All programs are set up according to the guidelines of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), TCELS has been NAEYC accredited since 2003. 5 Stars Early Childhood Program.

There are three programs at TCELS.  The infant/toddler program is for children 6 weeks to about 18 months.  The older toddler program is for children 18 months to about 3 years old.  The preschool program is for children 3 to 5 years old. 

Program Meals: Allergy Awareness

Initial License Date: 09/29/2005; Area Description: Fenced Yard, Smoke Free; Pets: Other Furry Animal;