Christopher Academy
Preschool in Portsmouth, VA 23703
The mission of Christopher Academy is to provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum in a stimulating environment that fosters a love of learning.
At Christopher Academy, the teaching philosophy is guided by several beliefs. These beliefs direct our goals, our actions, and our programs. We believe:
Students are eager to experience the sights, sounds, smells, textures and tastes of the world surrounding them. Physical, social, intellectual and academic growth is stimulated by an environment rich in a variety of people, materials and experiences. Our developmentally appropriate curriculum gives students many opportunities to interact with others, explore real life materials, solve problems and express themselves creatively.
Students thrive in a caring, nurturing and safe learning environment. They feel safe to take risks as they strive to acquire new skills and build on previous experiences. As students meet with success, they can accept new learning challenges. Confident learners know with practice and assistance they will succeed.
Students become independent thinkers and workers as they acquire a strong foundation in both academic and life skills. Teachers are challenged to identify the unique strengths, interests, talents and needs of each student and to provide an environment in which every child may progress and flourish.
Students know they are valued. A positive learning environment supports development of good character and positive self-esteem. Students learn to value community and good citizenship as they share their learning experience with students and teachers of diverse backgrounds. Students are supported instructionally and emotionally while being challenged to achieve their fullest potential.
Students will strive to meet high expectations. We encourage them to do their best cognitively, socially, physically and emotionally. They respond by putting forth the energy and effort needed to succeed.
Students love to learn. Christopher Academy strives to constantly provide a developmentally appropriate environment for every child that will foster this desire to learn for a lifetime.
- Child Ages:
- 3 years - 12 years
- Rates:
- $
- Licenses & Accreditations:
- Virginia Department of Social Services
- Preschool:
- Yes
- Hours of Operation:
- 8:30a.m. 3:00p.m.
Monday - Friday
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Young children possess a natural curiosity. They are eager to explore the world around them. An environment rich with developmentally appropriate learning experiences enables young children to know the joy of learning. This love of learning will serve them well for a lifetime. Encouraging the desire to learn is the primary mission of Christopher Academy’s preschool program.
Goals:
1. Stimulate preschoolers’ natural desire to learn by providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
2. Meet individual learning needs through varied materials and activities.
3. Provide learning experiences to develop social, emotional and cognitive readiness for the next step whether Pre-Kindergarten or Kindergarten.
4. Help children develop confidence in their ability to learn new skills.
