Our Philosophy
At The Children's Meetinghouse, we believe that imagination, wonder, discovery, and delight serve as the cornerstones of teaching and learning. We place priority on honoring their importance, and follow an emergent curriculum rooted in play. Our teachers are encouraged and supported to develop curriculum that places value on the children as creators and contributors, and offers ample opportunity for all students to gain confidence as active, independent thinkers.
A child's curiosity and imagination can lead to months of investigations and learning experiences. Interest explored at school can encourage real parent involvement in the curriculum. We believe the children, teachers, and parents are part of one big community who work together to make the children’s learning visible. Our philosophy at The Children’s Meetinghouse is strongly influenced by the Reggio Emilia Philosophy where we believe the children have One Hundred Languages. Loris Malaguzzi, founder of the early childhood schools in Reggio Emilia, Italy, once said “The child has a hundred languages, a hundred hands, a hundred thoughts, a hundred ways of thinking, of playing, of speaking, and a hundred, hundred more.” It is our mission to listen, create and explore with the children while using their One Hundred Languages. Children are naturally curious with a sense of wonder and here at TCM we strive to promote curiosity, independence, and investigation.