OUR PROGRAMS

PROGRAMS HIGHLIGHTS

At Simply Fun Childcare Centers Inc., we believe that children are competent and capable learners, full of wonder and ideas about our world. We believe that children have rights rather than needs. We believe that everything we do is grounded in the relationships we have with our children and families. It is for that reason that we have adopted a Child-Centered Emergent Curriculum within our programs.

An Emergent Curriculum is one that builds upon, and is responsive to, children’s ideas and interests and supports children’s natural curiosity about the world around them. We view curriculum as everything that happens in our day together. We believe that each moment we share with children offers us time to build relationships and create an atmosphere that nurtures children, educators, and families. We support children to pursue their passions and interests by providing an environment that invites children to explore, collaborate, reflect, and communicate using a wide range of media.

Within our Emergent Curriculum philosophy, the following key principles are essential components of our work.

Child-centered approach: The curriculum is designed to meet the needs and interests of each individual child, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Play-based learning: Children learn through play and hands-on experiences and are encouraged to explore and experiment with materials and ideas.
Collaborative learning: Children are encouraged to work together and learn from each other, fostering a sense of community and collaboration.
Responsive teaching: Educators observe and respond to children's interests and needs, adapting the curriculum to support each child's development.
Holistic development: The curriculum is designed to support children's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development, and to foster a love of learning.