By amylynn08085 April 08, 2014
My son has learned so much over the past 3 years at Goddard. He has made amazing friends and knows so much more than I ever imagined he would. They make learning fun and the teachers are amazing! I definitely recommend this school if you want your child to succeed in school. ...read more
By mcdermott77 November 01, 2013
Our kids truly love Blooming Buds -- as do my wife and I. The staff are all very accommodating, caring, and trustworthy people. The curriculum, social activities, play, and special events are all germane to a young educational program; there is nothing missing that a parent would want their kids to be exposed to. We look forward to asking our daughters, "What did you do today?" …and the answers are great; most of the time, they're comical. But without fail, their eyes light up each time in reference to playtime, the butterfly they drew with paint, the friends they played with, or the real pizza that they learned to make, first hand. We couldn't be happier with Blooming Buds and would not hesitate for a second to recommend it to other parents. ...read more
By Kelly August 28, 2010
I honestly couldn't be happier with my choice in daycare for my daughter. Blooming Buds is exactly the type of learning center that i have been searching for. The staff is so loving and kind, and I am so impressed with the educational levels of the owners and their experience. They treat the children as if they are their own. The rates are amazing and the turnover rates are very low. The entire daycare is always immaculate. I couldn't be happier with Blooming Buds Daycare Center and would highly recommend it to my family and friends. ...read more
An estimated five million children are in preschool programs, and the number is growing. According to the Families and Work Institute, children benefit from quality programs with competent staff and good ratios. They suffer fewer behavioral troubles, have larger expressive vocabularies, feel close to their teachers, and enjoy more complex, less aggressive play with peers.A high-quality preschool curriculum sets specific goals and uses learning and developmental standards that are age-appropriate. The curriculum builds on each child's interests and natural curiosity and also allows them the opportunity to direct their own learning. Whole-class and small group activities as well as opportunities for individual interactions with the teacher are encouraged.Preschool benefits children, their families and their communities. Children in quality preschool programs show improvements in the development of social skills and are more proficient in areas such as following directions, waiting turns, problem-solving, joining in activities and relating to teachers and parents. These advanced skills improve efficiency in classroom settings which allow teachers to spend more time working directly with children and less time on classroom management. Studies have shown children that have attended preschool are more likely to do better on standardized tests, graduate high school and earn higher wages as an adult than their peers who did not attend preschool. They are also less likely to repeat a grade, to be arrested for a violent crime or to become teen parents.At The Goddard School, children are encouraged to explore learning centers including art, math, science and computers; to ask questions; and to take time making friends and socializing. The school focuses on building a strong and balanced foundation for each child and encourages them to develop at their own pace while supported by a team of dedicated teachers.The Goddard School FLEX Learning Programâ„¢, based on the latest research in how children learn and designed with the assistance of experts, provides the optimal environment for the development of young children. The program's foundation is the learning continuum that encompasses developmental guidelines with formative assessments, child-focused lesson plans, a creative and fun environment and a personalized child-centered approach that meets each child's needs. ...read more
By The Goddard School April 23, 2010
When choosing crafts for a preschooler, it is important that it is both easy for the child to complete themselves as well as one which helps to stimulate their creativity. A good craft for a preschooler will help them to understand lessons in colors, numbers and shapes. ...read more
There are many things in preschool that can cause a child to become angry and act out in negative ways. One such negative way they may react is to begin hitting other children or their teachers. Should you have to deal with a preschooler who hits, there are some things you can do to handle the child. ... ...read more