We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing and creative learning environment for children. The children are engaged in a play-based child-centered environment designed for the particular age group served. All activities throughout the day are considered learning opportunities including separating and reuniting with the family, eating meals, caring for one’s self and the classroom, resting, and interacting with other children and adults. The curriculum is designed to promote the skills and dispositions necessary for success in life including school and community participation. The guidance methods give attention to the needs and differences of the individual children enrolled. All staff members participate in extensive ongoing training provided by state and local agencies and the University.
The participation of college students who gain experience with young children through observation and participation also enhance our program and help us to keep high standards. The Child Development Academy has six classrooms: two infant and toddler rooms, two two/three-year old rooms, and two preschool rooms. The Academy uses the Creative Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers and the Creative Curriculum for Early Childhood. We have also adopted the West Virginia Child Development Outcomes as a guide and an assessment of our program.
