Kindergarten Philosophy Statement

“In the end, it’s a good beginning that counts!”

Kindergarten teachers promote self-discovery and self-awareness. They foster independence and help children gain and use skills necessary for working together as a class and in small groups. Each child is encouraged to move beyond his/her current level of understanding. We are committed to educating all students so that they master the essential curriculum and have the opportunity for extended learning experiences.

Kindergarten curriculum is designed to address all areas of development (social, emotional, physical and intellectual). It is designed to meet the needs of a diverse group of learners. Burton Glen’s half-day kindergarten curriculum focuses primarily on Reading and Math instruction through the Open Court Reading and Saxon Math programs, with Science, Social Studies, and writing components integrated into our curriculum. We pride ourselves on being an academic kindergarten program where children are active learners. Throughout the day, children have opportunities to explore, investigate, and predict.
The kindergarten classroom is a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. It provides children opportunities to explore new ideas. Teachers provide engaging lessons that inspire the children to reach their full potential. Lessons are designed to highlight your child’s strengths and abilities, while fostering a love of learning.

We welcome your children as they enter kindergarten. We look forward to building a relationship with you and them!