Curriculum

Observation and Documentation

Your child’s growth and learning will be documented in their learning portfolio

About Me

Welcome! My name is Sarah. I’m a teacher, mother, wife, and figure skater. I have worked with children my entire life starting as a teacher’s helper in a preschool when I was 15.

Qualifications:

CPR First Aid Certified

Certified Nursing Assistant Minneapolis Community Technical College

B.A. in Sociology St. Norbert College, WI

Master’s Elementary Education University of St. Thomas MN

800+ Early Education Hours

Fully vaccinated

****Working towards licensure

Background:

I used my education degree in a variety of age groups from birth-3rd grade and in a variety of settings from operating out of my own home to teaching at a religious and public elementary school, teaching at a private pre school, and teaching special education. In addition to teaching, I started a concept restaurant with a learning and play space for kids 0-6, worked for Givaudan as sensory panelist, and stayed at home with my children.

Hobbies:

My kids Max, 14 and Natalie 12, attend Villa Madonna Academy. My husband Alex, does Philanthropy work for a local family. I enjoy skating, roller blading, cooking, traveling, eating out at new restaurants, and animals!

Infant Cribs

I Follow Safe Sleep Best Practice in compliance with Kentucky State Law. Non-rolling infants are placed on their back to sleep in an approved sleep sack. No toys, mobiles, blankets, stuffies, or bumpers are used.

Preschool Cots

All children are required to nap or rest.

99% of the time, “non nappers” fall asleep at childcare due to our busy day.

Infants have their own nap schedule.

Children bring their own pillows, blankets, and stuffy.

Meet The Family

Max (14) and Natalie (12) Alex, and Sarah, animals: 3 dogs- Winnie, Barkley, Honey, 2 cats- Cleo and Vesuvius, 1 Chinchilla- Phil

Front Of the House

The basement level is only used for daycare.

Our family lives and uses the other two floors.

Circle Time Rug And Calendar

We have lots of room to run, play, learn, and sleep. I can see the children wherever they decide to play in this open concept space.

Play kitchen, art room, and dining room

Young Infant 8x8 ft play Yard

And Entrance to Backyard Play area

Diaper changing station, bin play,

and work table

We have lots of room to run, play, learn, and sleep. I can see the children wherever they decide to play in this open concept space.

Outdoor Play Area

Photo Coming SoOn

Diaper changing station, bin play,

and work table

Philosophy

Children benefit from natural play opportunities to learn about the world around them. Through play, children learn manners, respect, how to share, and conversation skills. From my experience in an elementary classroom, I understand that Kindergarten readiness skills are equally important. Children in my care have endless opportunities to experience and explore art, music, movement , math, science, language arts and dramatic play!

Children learn by doing. This means that children in my care learn to be responsible for themselves. They will learn how to put on socks and shoes, get dressed, put on and take off jackets and be expected to clean up their mess (responsibility).

Small

Ratio!

1:6

Typical Daily Schedule

7:30-8:00 arrival and free play

8:00-8:15 clean up

8:15-8:30 calendar and story

8:30-9:00 Letter and Number of the Week Activity

9:00-9:45 Art or Science

9:45-10:00 Snack

10:00-10:45 Outdoor Play

10:45-11:00 books/music

11:00-11:45 Free Play

11:45-12:00 Clean up/Bathrooms

12:00-12:30 Lunch

12:30-12:50 Independent book time or puzzles

1:00-3:00 Nap

3:00-3:30 Bathrooms/Snack

3:30-4:15 Games

4:14-5:30 Outside Play

Do I need to pack a lunch and snacks?

Nope. Tuition includes nutritionally rich meals and snacks that are organic and natural when possible, using whole grains, low sugar and not processed. We also make allergy accommodations.

All of the animals live upstairs in the family living part of our home. Your child will not have access to them.

Will there be communication during the day?

Yes! Download the app to see photos, videos, diaper changes, and bottle feeding updates.

Rates and Hours

Daily outdoor play

Dress for the weather so we can play outside! We have a park and walking trails to explore!

Safe Sleep Procedures

Natural Consequences! If you spill, you clean it up (and I will help you to show you how. If you hurt a friend, you need to make your friend feel better. If you won’t wear your jacket, you will carry it so you can put it on when you get cold. Extreme behaviors will be dealt with on a case by case bases, but ultimately, will not be tolerated and may be sent home if necessary.