Virginia Tech Child Development Center for Learning and Research
Preschool in Blacksburg, VA 24061
The mission of the Virginia Tech Child Development Center for Learning and Research (CDCLR) is to provide a model preschool program and leadership for local, state and national early childhood communities in teaching, learning and research as well as to address the service missions of the university.
In this regard we strive to:
Provide a quality preschool for young children and their families based on child development theory, research and developmentally appropriate practice Provide professional education in child development and early childhood education Generate new knowledge through study, observation and research of child development and early childhood education- Child Ages:
- 1 year - 6 years
- Rates:
- $
- Licenses & Accreditations:
- Virginia Department of Social Services
- Preschool:
- Yes
- Hours of Operation:
- 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Monday - Friday
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The philosophy of the CDCLR is grounded in social constructivist theory. This theoretical view holds that knowledge and understanding are constructed through social interactions. Classrooms are inherently social places where teachers and children negotiate curriculum together. Our aim is to offer a developmentally appropriate environment in which children are given opportunities to make choices; pursue their own questions, interests and concerns, connect what is known and unknown; and be successful as they explore and discover through play, informal learning investigations and projects. Guided participation in the investigations of the children is the primary role of the teacher. Play and the expression of ideas through interactions with adults, peers and the environment is the primary business of children. We believe the parent-child relationship is the most important context for learning and development and we strive to maintain close connections between home and school. We value the cultural and individual perspectives that families bring to the program.