KIDS SAFARI

The KSLC Mission It is our mission to ensure that all children in our care are educated and nurtured in a safe and loving environment that supports their healthy growth and maturity in all developmental domains. Program Goals Kids' Safari's goal is to stimulate and enrich every child's learning experience through a balance of self- and teacher-directed activities in a nurturing and loving environment that will serve as a platform for every child to reach their highest potential. Our goal is for each child to realize: • To learn about themselves and others • To learn about feelings and emotions • To develop communication skills • To develop moving and locomotion skill • To acquire critical thinking skills Our goal is for working with families: • To build partnerships with all families • To support families in their parenting roles • To support families in their role as primary educators of their child • To ensure that the home cultures of the children and families are valued and celebrated Learning and Development Philosophy Our philosophy is based on the blended perspectives of theorists Jean Piaget, Maria Montessori, and Lev Vygotsky; it is our belief that all children are unique individuals that learn best when an opportunity is provided for them to explore, experiment, ask questions and problem solve through interactive play and learning activities. All children have the right to be cherished, treasured and loved no matter the child’s and family’s race, ethnic, or economic background. Diversity and cultural differences shall be acknowledged, celebrated and valued.