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LEARNING
Teachers
At Growing Hearts and Minds, the foundation of our program is built on strong teacher-child relationships. What sets our school apart is the meaningful, consistent connection each child develops with their educators—creating a nurturing environment that feels personal, while offering the academic and developmental benefits of a structured early learning program.
Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to support the whole child—socially, emotionally, and cognitively—led by teachers who are passionate, well-trained, and deeply invested in their students’ growth.
At Growing Hearts and Minds, we believe great teachers never stop learning. That’s why we invest in ongoing professional development—providing our staff with the tools, resources, and training they need to grow as educators and deliver exceptional care and instruction to every child, every day.
Curriculum & Assessments
At Growing Hearts and Minds, we use the Colorado Early Childhood Developmental Guidelines as the primary assessment tool to ensure children are meeting key developmental milestones. Teachers use these guidelines as the framework when creating lesson plans, ensuring a well-rounded approach to each child’s growth.
Each week, lesson plans incorporate activities across all domains, with each domain being taught three times a week. Three distinct domains are covered each day, allowing for a comprehensive approach that supports the developmental needs of every child. Our teachers have the flexibility to tailor instruction to meet each child’s individual skill level, fostering personalized learning that promotes both growth and confidence.
To keep parents informed, each classroom features a parent board that displays the weekly lesson plans. Teachers also communicate daily learning objectives through Kangaroo Time, and parents receive Daily Sheets with detailed information about their child’s activities once they are clocked out for the day. This ensures transparent communication and an ongoing partnership in your child’s development.
Communication
We use KangarooTime to provide parents with real time communication about their child’s daily school activities. Activity photos are sent to parents throughout the day which is a favorite resource for many of our parents. Our parents love seeing the fun and engaging activities their child is involved in throughout the day!
