Play is a child's work and this is not a trivial pursuit.
-Alfred Adler

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Our Philosophy

 

We believe that play is the foundation of learning. Through play and exploration, children begin to make sense of their complex world. Our thoughtfully prepared classrooms reflect this philosophy, offering spaces where curiosity is encouraged, discoveries are celebrated, and every child feels safe to grow.

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We provide ample time for children to observe, explore, wonder, discover, and share ideas—both in small groups and as a community. Within this nurturing environment, children practice new skills, develop problem-solving strategies, and learn how to navigate social situations. Mistakes are embraced as part of the learning process, helping children build resilience, self-confidence, and the courage to try again.

 

 

Curriculum

 

At Cornerstone Cooperative Preschool, our curriculum grows from the interests and needs of the children themselves. Each day is thoughtfully structured to offer a balance of individual and group exploration, active and quiet play, and both large- and small-motor activities.

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Children are encouraged to dive into projects that spark their curiosity while also engaging with teacher-prepared learning activities. These may include dramatic play, art projects, easel painting, puzzles, small manipulative toys, block building, or listening to stories.

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Our mornings also include group gatherings such as circle time, story time, music, and drama. Outdoor play is an essential part of each day, with opportunities to climb and slide on the playground, dig in the sandbox, experiment in the mud kitchen, balance on the teeter totter, or search the garden for worms, dinosaur bones, and bugs—turning everyday moments into joyful discoveries.