Creative Minds Child Development Center

We use the RIE approach by Magda Gerber in our Infant/Toddler program. Infant and toddler activities include many sensory experiences. We work with infant and toddlers on language acquisition & self-help skills, along with fine and gross motor skills. There is a huge focus on cognitive & physical development of young children, especially since they are closely related.

We believe the best learning takes place in a collaborative and interactive environment. Teachers work to help children develop their conceptual knowledge, which contributes to the development of social and physical skills. Each day's curriculum is designed to expand the child's mental, physical, and emotional growth.

The project-based approach is a renowned educational approach based on children's learning through play, art, music, technology, parent participation and modern-day documentation and research. It is through play that young children construct their early knowledge and develop the critical thinking skills that enable them to become independent, socially responsible and intellectually competent individuals.

They can be completed on your computer using Adobe Reader 9.0 or later, which is a free download from Adobe.com. For infants/toddlers under 24 months only, or older children with special needs: Needs & Services Plan (PDF). We also request that you bring a copy of their current IFSP, IEP, 504 Plan, assessments, or other relevant documents so we can collaborate with you to best meet their needs.

Our emergent curriculum and project-based program blends traditional and non-traditional ways of learning. Creative Minds combines the emergent curriculum and creative approaches of Reggio Emilia schools of Italy with a strong educational component. Every child is naturally creative, curious, and loves to learn.