The memories and experiences established during childhood have an immense impact on the outcomes of a child’s life.
At All-Star Kids Company, we believe that we act as agents of transformation in each child’s life. Each story time, baking soda explosion, messy art project, and dance party has the potential to spark a lifetime love of learning and curiosity.
Our Mission:
We’re here to initiate a whole-hearted & whole-person sense of connection, belonging, and purpose in the lives of children and adults. We believe that we can make a difference in our community by creating a school environment full of play, art, and learning.
Our Philosophy:
At All-Star Kids Company, we are dedicated to providing a fun, social, and stimulating environment with diverse developmental opportunities. We provide the time and materials for creative self-expression through play, music, and art. All-Star recognizes that God created each of us to be wonderfully unique and work to provide a learning environment free of discrimination.
Working closely with parents through a positive, fun, and respectful atmosphere, we strive to develop curiosity and a love of learning at a young age. The aim of our preschool is to provide early learning skills, appropriate social skills, and to let each child explore, play, and be as creative as they desire in a safe, loving and Christian environment. While we do not claim a single pedagogical approach, teachers seek inspiration from Reggio Emilia, Montessori, Waldorf, High Scope, Curiosity Approach, Project Approach, and more.
Our Values:
Teachers:
Our staff members are fully supported, provided with adequate resources, and feel well-cared for. They are deeply respected and have a voice in the way our school operates. Our teachers consistently seek to improve their pedagogy and application of developmentally appropriate practice, and honor the children in their care.
Environment:
Our school is clean and comfortable to spend time in for both children and adults. The space works for us as a ‘third teacher’ and reflects the community it serves.
We actively encourage and collaborate with one another. Everyone is equally valued regardless of their title, and feels safe/welcome. Disputes or problems are handled proactively and with great respect for all involved.
Community:
We advocate for our children's needs and celebrate their childhood rather than trying to speed it up. We recognize their God-given and unique personhood, and that each child is a competent and capable learner rather than an empty vessel.
We seek to provide families with opportunities to know and be known by their peers. We connect parents with resources and education in early childhood development. We encourage parents, view them as partners, and seek their expertise from their role as their child's first teacher.