As part of St. Anthony Catholic School, our program provides a Christian environment for children and families. Our committed early childhood professionals provide a stimulating, nurturing early care and education experience through rich and diverse learning opportunities based on best practices.
Our professionally trained early childhood teachers are the strength of our program. It takes a special person to work with very young children; therefore, we select our staff based on their nurturing abilities and educational background. Our teachers are trained in CPR and First Aid. They also receive continuing education through ongoing staff development. Each staff member undergoes an extensive background check at the start of hire and then every five years.
When a learning environment encourages exploration and discovery, children develop a sense of trust and belonging. This type of environment is considered hands-on learning and learning through play. Children in our classrooms are encouraged to discover things on their own. They acquire the skills and abilities needed for a lifetime of learning through a carefully planned, developmentally appropriate environment arranged by the teachers.
Our environment contains the following elements to meet the needs of the children and promote successful experiences: