OUR CURRICULUM
Empowering Young Minds through Active Participatory Learning
AT THE HILLS PRESCHOOL
We are proud to adopt a curriculum that not only supports the educational development of our students but also their social, emotional, and physical growth. Our approach is anchored in the renowned HighScope Curriculum, complemented by the Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers, and Twos. This combination ensures a comprehensive learning experience tailored to meet the diverse needs of our young learners.
HighScope Curriculum: Building a Foundation for Lifelong Learning
Research-Based and Child-Focused, the HighScope Curriculum emphasizes "active participatory learning," a process that engages children in direct, hands-on experiences with people, objects, events, and ideas. This curriculum is celebrated for its ability to foster independent, creative, and critical thinking skills.
Originating from the HighScope Educational Research Foundation in Ypsilanti, Michigan, this curriculum embodies the foundation's mission to lift lives through education. It envisions a world where active participatory learning is at the heart of all educational settings, providing every child the opportunity to succeed in life and contribute meaningfully to society.
Key Features of Our Curriculum
Child-Initiated Activities
Encouraging children to explore their interests and learn at their own pace.
Adult-Child Interactions
Facilitating meaningful exchanges that promote learning and growth.
Consistent Daily Routine
Offering a structured environment that provides stability and security for young learners.
Letter Links
Enhancing phonemic awareness through playful and engaging activities.
Small Class Sizes
Ensuring personalized attention and support for each child.
Active Learning Components
Our curriculum revolves around five critical elements of active learning:
Materials
A variety of materials are accessible for exploration and discovery.
Manipulation
Children learn by handling, examining, and using these materials.
Child Communication
children the autonomy to choose their activities fosters independence.
Child Communication, Language, & Thought
Encouraging expressive and receptive language skills through interaction.
Adult Scaffolding
Guiding children to extend their learning and reach new understandings.
Curriculum Enhancers
Southern Nevada Wolf Trap & LVCC Library District
We integrate performing arts and access to extensive library resources as dynamic components of our curriculum
Utilizing performing arts to bolster development across multiple areas.
Providing abundant book access and interactive story times, fostering a love for reading and active involvement in learning.
"Through the HighScope Curriculum, we build on children's interests, igniting their desire to learn and discover. Even our youngest learners are empowered to engage actively with the world around them." - Kathy Yoder, Director; Shannon Lockhart, Author
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At The HILLS Preschool, we are committed to providing an enriching educational experience that lays the foundation for our students' future success. Join us in this journey of discovery and growth.
Our Location
6565 Smoke Ranch Road,
Las Vegas, Nevada 89108,
United States
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