Tenderheart Childcare
Preschool in Salisbury, MD 21804
Tenderheart is a licensed facility maintained for the purpose of serving our community by providing parents the peace of mind that their child is well cared for in a loving, nurturing and safe learning environment. We also wish to enrich the children we serve by providing positive learning experiences they can carry with them for the rest of their lives. Our goal is to be the best provider of childcare services in the community we serve. We intend to achieve these goals by always providing ongoing education and training to our staff members. All employees are required to complete classes to enhance their knowledge of early childhood development and educational techniques.
A guiding principle of Tenderheart is our abiding respect for the worth and dignity of each individual, along with sensitivity to the individual and group differences that make a diverse community. We view differences among us as steppingstones to personal and intellectual growth of the children and we ensure that these differences are acknowledged and explored with interest and respect.
- Child Ages:
- 6 weeks - 12 years
- Rates:
- $$
- Licenses & Accreditations:
- Maryland State Department of Education Division of Early Childhood Development
- Preschool:
- Yes
- Hours of Operation:
- Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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We believe that each child is a special and unique individual. Sensitivity to a childs needs in all areas including social, emotional, intellectual, and physical factors is necessary to properly serve each childs special needs. Developmentally appropriate activities are designed for each age group to help children enjoy successful learning.
We believe that patience and praise are necessary in teaching children to be happy and self-confident. Positive methods of discipline based on age-appropriate limits help the children learn how to function in acceptable ways. Our programs are designed to develop a sense of independence and responsibility and to strengthen each childs self confidence and sense of self while instilling respect for others. We believe in providing an environment that is safe, clean, healthy, and oriented toward children. Play and activity areas in each classroom, and on the playground area, are arranged to provide challenging play and learning choices in a range of developmental levels and are appropriate for each age group. We believe that the key to effective teaching and learning is to make the learning experience FUN! Teachers are constantly challenged to develop lesson plans that create a fun atmosphere at the same time that learning takes place. Tenderheart uses the Creative Curriculum approach to learning. Combining teacher ingenuity and Creative Curriculum has shown to be effective in transferring knowledge to children without creating a dislike of school or learning. Making learning fun creates the love of school and learning that allows for academic excellence in a childs later learning experiences. We believe that parents are the most significant adults in a childs life. Creating a mutual respect between parents and teachers is beneficial for all involved, especially the child. We encourage daily communication between parents and center staff to help create this mutual respect. Tenderhearts director and staff welcome any information, suggestions, or ideas that may make your childs learning experience more enjoyable. Our doors are open to parents at all times.Center-Based Child Care