About
Blue Leaf school provides respectful childcare in a nurturing child-led environment.
Our Philosophy
Inspired by RIE principals and the Educaring Approach, respect is a core value at Blue Leaf School. We believe in hearing children, valuing their feelings, and respecting their needs. Every child is unique, and we carefully observe and interact with students as individuals. We help children feel secure, welcomed, confident, and autonomous. Clearly communicating our actions, intentions, and expectations, we support a child’s growth through their own whimsical exploration and curiosity for the world around them.
Blue Leaf recognizes many emerging theories of education have positive attributes. We’ve been honored to learn from programs like Waldorf, Montessori, and Reggio Emilia, and have synthesized the best practices to create our own early childhood philosophy.
We believe in a strong play-based approach to curriculum and learning, letting children’s own interests guide them through the very first steps of education. This environment fosters an intentional and exciting learning experience that will delight and inspire your child.
Children have a natural desire to learn. When provided with the proper hands-on tools for discovery and respect for their own innate wonder, they do so efficiently and quickly. Blue Leaf encourages children in a warm, caring, and free-flowing atmosphere.
Please contact us with questions or to discuss our philosophy. We love to talk about it!
About
Cassandra Ford
