4Cs Preschools

4Cs Program Philosophy

4Cs recognizes that experiences in the first five years of a child’s life are crucial to promote healthy brain development, form healthy attachment relationships, a positive sense of self, and a thirst for learning.

It is 4Cs intent to provide a supportive learning environment for young children that promotes each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development, while responding to the needs of children and their families.

4Cs believes that:

• Children learn and develop through play.
• All children are entitled to a safe environment.
• Children grow and develop through interactions with warm, caring, and nurturing adults.
• A positive self-image enhances a child’s development.
• Parents are the primary teachers of their children.
• Parent education offers families the opportunity to grow and develop.
• Collaborative communication and cooperation between parents and staff is essential to build relationships that support the child.
• Community cultures and values are respected and celebrated.

Additionally children under three years old:

• Need a relationship to a primary caregiver to develop a positive sense of self and belonging.
• Learn through their senses, trial and error, repetition, imitation, and identification.