At Dashing Ducks Preschool, the child is viewed as strong, powerful, wealthy in potential, motivated by the power of wanting to develop, and nurtured by educators who take this drive for growth seriously. Children are capable and competent learners. We will provide opportunities for children to be independent, make decisions, collaborate, and build confidence and self-esteem. Our curriculum should be based on children’s strengths, needs, development, and interests – both as individuals and in groups. We will use a variety of observation styles, and interactions with children and families to plan experiences and our curriculum. Play is the best vehicle for children’s learning as it engages the whole child. We will provide a variety of interesting, age-appropriate, challenging, and culturally diverse play experiences. Children need to be a part of a happy and safe environment where they have reasonable, realistic limits, consistency, and a good understanding of acceptable behavior.