Mission and Values

Our Beliefs at Augustana Early Learning Center

We believe in a core list of traits for each teacher and classroom to follow. These traits inform lesson planning and are why we are here — to impact your child’s life and help him or her on the path of learning. These beliefs hold true for each classroom and are the basis of our curriculum:

• Build a trusting relationship with each child

• Provide responsive, individualized care

• Create environments that support and encourage exploration

• Ensure children’s safety and health

• Develop partnerships with families

• Observe and document children’s development in order to plan for each child and the group

• Recognize the importance of social/emotional development

• Appreciate cultural, family and individual differences

• Take advantage of every opportunity to build a foundation for lifelong learning

• Support dual-language learners

• We accept CCAP families