Heart of The Shepherd Child Development Center

All of the programs at Heart of the Shepherd Child Development have similar educational goals value and philosophy. Children are provided many opportunities to manipulate a wide variety of materials as they work independently in groups and with their teachers. Numerous open-ended activities and explorations invite children daily to observe explore investigate and experiment. Each classroom has direct access to a large natural play yard that becomes an extension of the classroom and allows for more self-discovery and exploration.
Each day children are provided with time for free choices using a variety of materials and spaces. Some activities are teacher planned and guided but each child chooses which activity materials or space he/she wishes to use. We strive to challenge and stimulate each child at his/her own developmental level and foster a positive self-image by accepting each child as an individual. The following elements are part of our regular program for the children:
Prayer/Christian Songs/Bible Stories
Large group/story time
Gross/Large Motor Development
Outdoor play as weather permits
Easel Painting
Self-help Art
Teacher directed/planned art activity
Small group/snack time with family group
Rest time for full-day children
Program Goals:
Provide a safe healthy nurturing positive Christian environment.
Respect each childs individuality and God-given talents.
Promote the physical social emotional cognitive and spiritual development of all children.
Build relationships with families and respond to their individual needs.
Model Christ-like love and compassion