Program Highlights:

  • Teacher/student ratio is 1:8
  • Foundation skills taught in reading, writing, math, music, dance, computers and Spanish
  • Discovery in nature and science
  • Movement and exercise (both large and small motor)
  • Social development: sharing, small & whole groups, problem solving, following directions, self-esteem, conflict resolution, verbal expression and much more
  • Artistic creation in a hands on manner, involving various art materials and methods. Art projects are designed to enhance self expression, fine motor skills and creativity.
  • Kindermusik movement and music program on a weekly basis
  • Dance Rascals enrichment program with Jon Swarthout of the Children's Dance Institute, for MWF students on a monthly basis
  • Gardening experience in the Hidden Springs community organic garden

 

 

About the Owner:

Erin Tippetts, a Hidden Springs resident, is a mother of three children, ages three, five and seven. She has a bachelor's degree from Utah State University in human development with early childhood, and has over 15 years of teaching experience. Over the years, she has taught preschool as the head teacher of the Community School's early childhood center, was the owner of her own preschool, ran an interactive parent/toddler program, taught Kindermusik, and has spent the past 15 summers as the owner of a summer day camp in Sun Valley, Idaho.

 
 
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