A play-centered approach to early education is the most effective way to teach young children skills and concepts. Each classroom environment is designed for the age and abilities of the children and is arranged with developmentally appropriate equipment and materials that offer hands-on activities and experiences that provide meaningful learning opportunities for young children. These activities
are designed to promote the development of the whole child--socially, emotionally, physically, cognitively and creatively. We believe that young children are intrinsically motivated to learn and that they learn best through experiences with concrete objects and activities. Each developmentally appropriate classroom environment enables children to use their natural curiosity to explore, investigate, experiment, and manipulate everything that comes within their reach. It is the learning “process,” and not the product, that is important. Children are encouraged to ask questions, make predictions, and develop problem solving skills. Our developmentally appropriate curriculum allows each child to progress at his/her individual rate of learning with vast opportunities for multi-level learning experiences that enable them to make choices, express themselves, and feel successful. When Are We Open? Our childcare center is open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., 52 weeks a year and are closed only on the 8 major holidays - New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, and Christmas. And Columbus Day for Professional Development. Multiple locations to best serve you! Lowville Center:
5780 Brookside Circle
Lowville, NY 13367
Harrisville Center:
14371 Pirate Lane
Harrisville, NY 13367
Executive Director: Jolynn Betty
Harrisville Director: Syrena Haen
After School Director: Daniel Proulx
After School Program Coordinator: Joanne Munn
Board of Directors:
-Kristin Thomas - President
-Tricia Burker - Vice President
-Amy Frost - Treasurer
-Holly Mealus- Secretary
-Mark Brooker
-Christina LaPlatney
-Christine Clemens
-Holly Durham
