Encouraging a lifelong love of learning

Welcome to the Geneva Method 

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Geneva Day School is a private, independent preschool and kindergarten facility that provides nurturing educational experiences for young students.  Learning occurs in class meetings and developmentally appropriate pre-academic activities, shaped by an emerging curriculum that stems from teachable moments and the diverse interests of students.

 

Children are scheduled for outside time every day on two well-equipped playgrounds, in addition to specialized weekly experiences in Art, Environmental Education, Mindfulness, Music, and Physical Education, as well as field trips and other cultural events.  After a comfortable transition period to school, children are informally assessed in the essential developmental areas of motor skills, language, cognition, self-help skills, and social-emotional

growth. Then, Teachers design learning goals that utilize hands-on, multi-sensory, and high-interest materials. Goals are shared with families so that both home and school work together.

 

A carpool system is used for daily drop-off and later pick-up purposes. After everyone’s arrival, with time to socialize and play, clean-up is announced. Circle time takes place to discuss or read daily plans and perform various class jobs. Students are assigned to and rotate through multiple learning centers for small group work with teaching staff. A snack and playground time occur each day, and a closing circle includes stories and songs.

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Teaching staff work with young children because they respect and enjoy them. Lead Teachers have at least a 4-year degree with experience and training in early childhood, elementary, or special education. Teaching Assistants are required to complete at least 3 hours of Child Care Aide Orientation or 90 hours of coursework in early childhood growth and development, as well as curriculum planning.

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We are happy to work with you to customize a school experience that meets your child’s and your family’s needs. Each child and family is unique, and we value all of them.

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Some of the unique attributes for which we are known include:

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• Low student–teacher ratio.

• A developmentally appropriate curriculum that allows students to explore,

experiment, develop, and practice early academic skills in a safe and

nurturing environment.

• An atmosphere that respects and allows children to work at their own pace

to achieve goals.

• Positive relationships with staff and students, and staff and parents.

• Warmth of reputation and overall standing in the community.

Thank you for exploring Geneva Day School.

 

Please enjoy discovering our classes and programs by exploring our website.  Please do not hesitate to contact us at any time with further questions.