Our Philosophy

Recent research on infant brain development emphasizes the importance of interaction with the caregiver. Our nurturing teachers sing songs and read stories to encourage language development. Parents work with their infant’s teacher to set their child’s schedule to ensure consistency between home and Foundation Learning Academy. At the time of enrollment, each parent is connected with an online application called HIMAMA; to keep families and teachers connected. The app details everything that occurred that day including feedings, nap times, and diaper changes. Teachers also send multiple pictures and videos on a daily basis to capture the child’s most precious moments and milestones. Our program is also aimed at helping the child learn the skills needed for the next step in their life. We focus on skills such as sitting, crawling, walking, holding his/her bottle, self-feeding, sign language and saying basic words. Floor time/tummy time is another important part of the infant program. It helps the child develop large muscle skills, interact with his/her surroundings, and become more independent. Love and nurturing are a huge part of infant care. Our infants are held, hugged and cuddled as much as possible.

Our Older Infant program goes far beyond other childcare centers. At Foundation Learning Academy, our Older Infants are made to feel safe, secure, and happy. This class gives warm and caring teachers an opportunity to bond and develop trust with the little ones. These energetic little ones are constantly growing and learning, therefore our program is aimed to channel their energy into positive learning moments by giving them ample room to move and explore. At the time of enrollment, each parent is connected with an online application called HIMAMA; to keep families and teachers connected. The app details everything that occurred that day including meals and snacks, nap times, arts & crafts, playtime, naptime, and diaper changes. Teachers also send multiple pictures and videos on a daily basis to capture the child’s most precious moments and milestones.

We provide an environment that is surrounded by new challenges and the teacher is there to encourage their eager investigation. Activities include; art, circle time, finger play, songs, and stories to help develop the toddler’s language and fine motor skills. We use a thematic approach to our curriculum which helps the children expand their vocabulary. The teacher’s careful observation of each child encourages and supports the child’s social skills. Our large playground allows them to enjoy themselves outside while developing large and fine motor skills. Our facility is equipped with an indoor gymnasium and media room to keep our students engaged

throughout the entire day. We provide monthly lesson plans, HIMAMA App, and Friday folders to our parents to keep them informed of their child’s daily activities.

Preschoolers are filled with curiosity, energy, and emotions. Foundation Learning Academy creates an environment where opportunities to discover, explore, and experience the world around them are abundant. We believe and understand the importance of early childhood years and are extremely passionate about helping children develop the social, cognitive, and physical skills they will need as they progress through their education. teachers will work with the child on toileting, dressing, and hand washing. Our state-of-the-art curriculum consists of Culinary Art Classes, Science Experiments, Foreign Language, and professional Taekwondo Classes. Colors, shapes, numbers, and letter recognition are included in this strong developmentally appropriate program. We provide monthly lesson plans, HIMAMA App, and Friday folders to our parents to keep them informed and involved in their child’s day.

Foundation Learning Academy recognizes the need for a strong foundation in academics, physical, social and emotional development. Every child has gifts and talents. Children by nature are curious and eager to learn. Our Junior Pre-Kindergarten program is designed to provide developmentally appropriate activities that build their skill sets, their confidence, and self-esteem, resulting in Pre-Kindergarten readiness. Our state-of-the-art curriculum consists of Culinary Art Classes, Science Experiments, Foreign Language, STEAM, and professional Taekwondo Classes. We provide monthly lesson plans, HIMAMA App, and Friday folders to our parents to keep them informed and involved in their child’s day.

Our Pre-Kindergarten program focuses on gaining social skills, while adding an academic component that is developmentally appropriate. We work with students on early literacy and writing skills, as well as early mathematical skills to prepare all students for kindergarten. Our Pre-Kindergarten curriculum is designed to build comprehension and critical thinking capabilities. Through independent and cooperative learning opportunities, children are able to establish logical thinking patterns, imagination, and creativity into their educational experiences. Our goal at Foundation Learning Academy is to work in partnership with parents to set their children on the path to a life-long love of learning and success.

The Learning Stages Pre-Kindergarten program meets your child’s needs in these key areas of development:

• Social Bridge – this includes interactive play, sharing, caring, and following through on commitments
• Literacy Development – this includes, vocabulary development, formal introduction to the uppercase and lowercase letters, phonological awareness, writing, word families, rhyming words, and fine motor skills.
• Foundational Math – this includes attributes, classification, patterns, sequencing, one-to-one correspondence, order, missing numbers, numeration, logical reasoning, simple additions, simple subtractions, telling time, counting money, and problem solving.
• Our Pre-Kindergarten daily schedule includes individual and group activities that promote independence. Our Circle Time is an essential group learning session where students are introduced to variety of subjects. Our individual and group activities help students apply what they have learned and focus on building individual comprehension.

Our Pre-Kindergarten Curriculum includes:

• Child-directed learning which allows preschoolers to actively initiate learning
• Math activities that encourage critical thinking, problem solving skills, and cognitive development
• Science investigations that provide hands on experiences
• Literacy activities which are age-appropriate and provide reading readiness skills
• Writing journals provide self-expression opportunities and encourages beginning letter formation
• Small group activities that are planned for cooperative learning opportunities
• Emotional and social development with peers and teachers
• Daily creative activities to inspire imaginative creative art and musical play
• Planned outdoor activities that promote physical fitness and gross motor development
• Weekly Folders that inform parents of children’s accomplishments
• Homework Assignments to give students an opportunity to review class material
• Decision-making skills to support growing minds

Our School-Age program consists of before and after school care and transportation to and from nearby schools. Schoolers will receive a hot nutritious meal (either breakfast or dinner), homework assistance, and an opportunity to play with their classmates. Foundation Learning Academy offers exciting, hands-on activities at the center to help reinforce what children are learning in school. Schoolers are given an opportunity for outdoor exploration, indoor basketball in our gymnasium, outdoor soccer play, games, centers, or just enjoy some downtime.