Children and their families share in a stimulating and nurturing educational experience, built upon the core values of respect, independence, and responsibility.

COMMUNITY & CAMPUS
Families are invited to become actively involved with the school experience in whatever way they might enjoy. We encourage parents to view their child in the classroom uninterrupted at anytime, using the observation windows.

Even with our community being small and close-knit, we strive to make our campus a safe haven. Each family has an individual pass code that allows them entrance into the school at anytime. We appreciate that our families entrust their children to us, so no visitors are allowed unescorted on our campus. All perimeter doors have video surveillance and no child is ever released to a person without specified permission

RELATIONSHIPS
Our teachers respect each child and work with parents to help guide him or her. Children are treated with absolute respect so needed intervention always displays value for the child’s self esteem. We use “Positive Discipline” with the children, on the playground and in the classroom, so they learn why an action is not allowed and understand the safety issues. Most importantly, they learn respect for one another.

TEACHERS
The entire staff at Children First is specially trained in the Montessori method. The school’s director, program managers and several lead teachers are certified by the American Montessori Society or completing their certification. Our teachers value education and their time spent with the children. Most have an undergraduate degree and are experienced educators, and they are drawn to working with preschool children because they feel this is where they can make a positive impact on a child’s life. The teachers work together as a team and have monthly meetings to further their training, motivate one another and discuss the progress of the students.