At St. Ailbe, we are committed to fostering the growth of our young "Pups" by nurturing the whole child—cognitively, socially, emotionally, and physically.
Productive Play is Not Just Recreation;
It is the Primary Vehicle for Learning in Early Childhood.
Our foundational philosophy emphasizes that children flourish through play and exploration. We focus on a child-centered, developmentally appropriate education that fosters curiosity, confidence, cooperation, and critical thinking, while valuing strong relationships with caregivers, peers, and the environment for holistic development.
Purposeful
Learning
Embedded with opportunities for learning, such as numeracy, language, and problem-solving.
Open-Ended
Instruction
Allowing each child creativity and choice.
Child-Initiated
with Teacher Support
Balancing autonomy with guided intervention.
Integrated
Across Domains
Developing social-emotional skills, motor skills, and cognitive abilities.
Character development plays a vital role in promoting holistic growth in young children within an academic early childhood program. Our initiative focuses on cultivating essential traits like empathy, resilience, and integrity through organized activities and social interactions. By weaving character education into the curriculum, educators empower children to establish a solid moral foundation, enhancing both their social skills and academic achievements as they advance in their educational journey.
Our Early Childhood Program highlights the significance of play as an essential part of learning. It nurtures creativity, social skills, and cognitive development in young children. We firmly believe that through play, children can discover their surroundings and cultivate a passion for learning. Our dedicated educators create a warm and stimulating environment where each child feels encouraged to explore and express themselves. By integrating playful activities with structured learning, we ensure that every child experiences a balanced approach that caters to their individual learning style.
Nurturing a child's development requires fostering a supportive and enriching environment that promotes exploration, creativity, and learning throughout their early stages. At St. Ailbe, we are dedicated to creating such an environment, where every child is encouraged to embrace their individuality and explore their interests.
Join us for
Shadow Pup Days
Through a partnership with PlaySmart Literacy, a Parent & Tot program, St. Ailbe School invites families who have little ones ages 18-24 months to school for educational and fun-filled sessions. Here at St. Ailbe we believe, Where the wolf pack roams, the Shadow pup watches.
Action for Children Preferred School
Our Early Childhood program is a preferred vendor for Action for Children and your child could attend for low to no cost if you qualify.
Fill out our short form today and see if your household qualifies.