Country Day's Kindergarten is child-centered, honoring the intellectual, social and emotional life of each child. A rich and varied curriculum develops character and fosters a love of knowledge and each child's desire to learn. The faculty, through diverse teaching styles and interests, inspires creativity and imagination.
A DISTINCT APPROACH
Learning Environment
Safe, gated "campus-within-a-campus"
Child-centered education
Field trips extend learning beyond the classroom
Specially designed playgrounds meet social and motor skill needs
Library in each classroom
Curriculum
Individualized reading program
Formal character education
Special activities include music, library, Spanish, and daily physical education
Multiple approaches address diverse learning styles
Faculty
Experienced kindergarten faculty
Degreed lead and associate teachers
Strong faculty retention
Faculty collaborate and share professional development resources
Located within Country Day's Lower School, the kindergarten is safe and secure with its own gated entrance and parking lot. The 8,000 square foot kindergarten includes an inviting playground and state-of-the-art classrooms.
The
kindergarten classrooms are specifically designed to meet the needs of young students and boast a LEED certification
(a nationally recognized "green" certification).
