HighScope curriculum
Achieving results through active learning
Used with children in the Infant and Toddler programs, the HighScope curriculum features active learning through purposeful play. Children are guided to explore, interact and exercise their creative imaginations. This hands-on method encourages children to be active participants in their learning. Every day moments become teaching moments like counting fingers and toes during a diaper change. While long term success remains a key component of our ethos, we also strongly believe that children should enjoy the process in order to effectively instill a love of learning.
Children work together in small groups towards a common activity goal. These experiences cultivate cooperation.
Collaboration
We empower children to let their imagination take the lead during activities that support creative expression.
Creative Expression
Activities are set up in a way that continuously build on previous learning, in an effective and proven sequence.
Sequential Learning
Key Elements of HighScope
Fine motor development Fine motor development is a milestone within the Toddler program as children gain control and strength of their small muscles controlling the hand, fingers and thumb. This is a key aspect of the HighScope curriculum as it a foundational pre-writing skill, develops coordination and sets children up for future self- care skills. Fine motor development can be supported in a variety of engaging ways that are guided by the educator and enjoyed by CV children. Threading, weaving and manipulating small objects allows children to stimulate small muscle development while also supporting their concentration and problem- solving skills. |  | ||
Open-ended materials The HighScope classroom includes open-ended materials that can be manipulated in a number of ways. This allows children to problem solve and develop their critical thinking skills as they consider all of the ways that the items can be used. Loose parts are a common example, which offer endless ways to identify, categorize and explore the materials. The opportunity for toddlers to make their own choices and problem-solve on their own engages them in their academic journey and will promote later critical thinking skills and enhances brain capacity. |  | ||
Creative expression Studies have shown that exposing children to art and music in the early years develops their brain capacity, fine motor development, problem-solving skills and so much more. Art and music allow children to process the world around them and express themselves in a way that other mediums cannot support. While children are still developing their language skills, there are times they cannot verbalize the way that they are feeling. The opportunity to process emotions through art and music is proven to support children’s future emotional intelligence. Best of all, children adore creative activities and are thrilled when our team shows off their artwork to their families through our communication app. |  | ||
Key Elements of HighScope
Fine motor development
Fine motor development is a milestone within the Toddler program as children gain control and strength of their small muscles controlling the hand, fingers and thumb. This is a key aspect of the HighScope curriculum as it a foundational pre-writing skill, develops coordination and sets children up for future self- care skills. Fine motor development can be supported in a variety of engaging ways that are guided by the educator and enjoyed by CV children. Threading, weaving and manipulating small objects allows children to stimulate small muscle development while also supporting their concentration and problem- solving skills.
Open-ended materials
The HighScope classroom includes open-ended materials that can be manipulated in a number of ways. This allows children to problem solve and develop their critical thinking skills as they consider all of the ways that the items can be used. Loose parts are a common example, which offer endless ways to identify, categorize and explore the materials. The opportunity for toddlers to make their own choices and problem-solve on their own engages them in their academic journey and will promote later critical thinking skills and enhances brain capacity.
Creative expression
Studies have shown that exposing children to art and music in the early years develops their brain capacity, fine motor development, problem-solving skills and so much more. Art and music allow children to process the world around them and express themselves in a way that other mediums cannot support. While children are still developing their language skills, there are times they cannot verbalize the way that they are feeling. The opportunity to process emotions through art and music is proven to support children’s future emotional intelligence. Best of all, children adore creative activities and are thrilled when our team shows off their artwork to their families through our communication app.
“I often say my favorite part of Toddlers is the “magic” they bring to the classroom every day. They are amazed by the simplest thing and want to know everything about the world around them. They see the best in you even on your worst day and offer an irreplaceable, unconditional love. I find myself humbled and honored to be able to be part of their learning and growth every day.”
– Madelyn Parent, Toddler Team Mentor
Baby Signs
The Baby Signs curriculum in our infant program sets the foundation forcommunication skills. It’s founded in scientific research and elevated by theCV team to lay the foundation for early communication.
Dynamic facilities
The CV academy will play an important role throughout your child’s educational journey. Each academy is vibrant, thoughtfully designed with young learners in mind and curated to stimulate creative thinking.
Nutrition
The CV food program is founded on the philosophy that good nutrition is the fuel that powers active minds. Each of our academies include a professional chef who freshly prepares all meals on-site.
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