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The philosophy of The Little School is to establish an environment where self-confidence and self-expression are encouraged, as is responsibility, decision-making and respect for others.
Our home-like environment relies on exposure to broad-based early childhood curriculum. All activities are age appropriate and appeal to many personalities.
Classrooms reflect the philosophy of the school. Children's work is prominently displayed; the rooms are comfortable, informal, well organized, and rich in materials. Teachers and children work together to establish an environment of cooperation, mutual respect, and are encouraged to use proper manners.
Children are expected to share responsibilities for the classroom life, such as doing housekeeping and classroom management jobs. At the daily class meetings, children learn to exchange ideas and to listen to one another. They are helped to see the necessity of rules for cooperative living. The classroom is itself a community, a microcosm of the larger society.
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