Children are interested in fun and friends. Parents are also interested in safety, qualified staff, age-appropriate activities and a learning component.
Consider the following variables when selecting a summer program:
How can you ensure your child is in a safe program?
To ensure optimum safety, look for a program that hosts visitors, such as community helpers and puppet shows. ‘Camp’ visitors provide an exciting and unique departure from a school-year activity. Look for programs that meet the stringent standards of a quality assurance review process in addition to maintaining state regulations.
How can you be sure your child is involved in age-appropriate activities?
While summer programs provide terrific opportunities for children to participate in activities with mixed-age groups, parents should make sure the curriculum includes ample occasion for children to learn at their own pace.
How important is a learning component during the summer?
Parents should seek a program that encourages on-going opportunities. A positive learning environment filled with enriching activities to nurture children’s self-confidence, is key. Children shouldn’t stop learning just because it’s summer.
The Goddard School’s summer program blends fun, adventure and learning in a safe and nurturing environment. Energetic teams of teachers plan developmentally appropriate activities and children are exposed to science and nature, arts and crafts, drama, cooking, manners, computers and technology, literature and language, music and movement, sports and games.
During the summer program at The Goddard School, children march in playground parades, learn about creepy crawlies, send letters to pen pals and enjoy splish splash days. Summer calendars include a variety of special visitors and cultural events. These visitors provide exciting learning opportunities and may include community helpers, theatrical productions, musicians and outreach programs through local museums.
Children are delighted by Goddard’s unique summer activities where play and educational opportunities abound. The Goddard School goes far beyond just summer camp fun. Their program combines songs, stories, exploration, physical activities and learning adventures. The Goddard School ensures children have a memorable summer all the while, preparing them for the upcoming school year.
To discover how Goddard can make this summer your child’s best learning experience yet
call 800-GODDARD or visit www.GoddardSchool.com.
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