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During the process of following their dream to open their own childcare center, Penny McGaughey and Donna Phillips, owners and directors of Endeavor Learning Center, embarked on a search for a program that encouraged creativity, respect for the environment, and involvement from the community. They found that an existing preschool curriculum incorporating every standard they were looking for in a program simply did not exist. Taking inspiration from the Montessori, Reggio, and Constructivist approaches and drawing upon their formal training and experience in Early Childhood Education they created the Natural Curriculum.
The Natural Curriculum is designed to help young children become aware of the world and the people around them. Hands-on activities are incorporated into the classroom's daily schedule, giving each child the opportunity to create, explore, and learn both problem solving and social skills. Children develop strong self-esteem and positive self-concepts through a combination of child inspired and teacher directed activities. Children are provided the opportunity to play on their own and in groups. Our staff members are positive role models that provide support, nurturing care, and are responsive to your child's needs. Parents are respected as the primary caregiver. Teachers join forces with you to achieve the best care and education for your child.
The Endeavor Learning Center is inspired by nature and the natural learning experiences of children. Our teachers and staff are trained to use the environment of the school and the natural curiosity of the children to create their lessons. Located on 5.8 acres of land, children have the unique opportunity to create gardens, experience natural habitats, and to interact with the outdoors. In an effort to bring the outside indoors, our classrooms are decorated in natural colors and textures. The materials in the classroom promote creativity and critical thinking skills. Each classroom has a recycling box to teach the children about the responsibility of taking care of and respecting their environment. The main objective of our teachers is to stimulate and motivate children as they learn through play and discovery.
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