4 Our Kids Learning Academy puts children’s social/emotional, physical, and cognitive needs first. Our staff embraces the view that each child is unique with an individual pattern and timing of social/emotional, physical, and intellectual development. Children are encouraged to use critical thinking and problem solving skills in their daily experiences. This approach is designed to foster creativity and expanded self-expression. The classroom environment is designed to reflect the children’s interests and to foster positive self-image and independence. Each child contributes to the Academy community though his/her diverse cultural background and home life. A parent is a child’s first teacher, so we work in partnership with them to create the foundation for a socially aware child with aspirations for continued personal growth and achievement.

Goals

• To provide a safe and healthy environment for the children served.
• To encourage the development of a positive self-image and foster independence in each child enrolled in the 4 Our Kids Learning Academy. We seek to encourage respect for self as well as for others - understanding that one must first have self-respect before she/he is able to respect others.
• To help the child form positive relationships with adults.
• To help the child develop good health habits.
• To promote healthy growth and development of physical, social, emotional and cognitive skills in the children enrolled in the program.
• To enhance the care giving abilities of practicum teacher students and afford them an opportunity to learn through hands-on experience in our program.