Address: 810 Obernuefemann Road, O’Fallon, IL 62269

Give us a call: 618-632-3670

director@discoveryofallon.com

 

Curriculum

About our curriculum

Creative Curriculum and the Project Approach provide the framework of Discovery’s curriculum, which is aligned with the Illinois Early Learning Standards.

Creative Curriculum highlights developmentally appropriate practice, meaning children learn through “hands on” experiences.  Materials, activities, and the subject matter are appropriate to the age, abilities, and interests of the children. There are numerous learning opportunities each day highlighted by center time, large group learning experiences, small group activity, and outside fun.

Amazing learning takes place as teachers and children research together topics of interest to the class. Classes engage in an in-depth study of their topics. Examples of projects that have developed in classes include castles, trees, bugs, pizza, and pets.

A typical day for the children at Discovery

  • Creative Arts
  • Sensory Play
  • Cognitive Development
  • Health
  • Technology/Computer
  • Socio-Emotional
  • Fine Motor Development
  • Gross Motor Development

Although our program is very flexible, there is a great deal of structure involved in our preparation of the learning environment. Parents are often eager to have their children learn their academics. Academics are stressed through the integration of all subjects together. Throughout the course of a day, teacher initiated activities will be conducted through both large and small group activities that are tailored to meet the needs and interests of the children.

We believe that learning should be a joyful experience. We hope to give your child a good start in this direction!

Assessment

Children are assessed during the year through observation notes, portfolio samples, and a development report of skills, concepts, and preferences. Two parent-teacher conferences are conducted each year to discuss the child’s progress. Portfolios are maintained, and a written report is given to parents at the end of the year conference.