It is essential to provide children with loving care and enriching experiences to ensure proper developement. During this period, children are completely dependent on adults to meet their basic needs.
Children who receive quality care during this stage tend to become sociable preschoolers, competent in their social skills, able to control their emotions and enjoy the future learning process.
ABCnMe presents a comprehensive, high quality program specifically designed to achieve the goals and objectives needed at this stage of development.
We develop a trusting relationship with each child
We provide individualized care to each child according to their needs and personalities
We strive to create environments that support and encourage exploration
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What is the age range for ABCnMe?At ABCnMe, we welcome children from 16 months up to 4 years old.
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What is the student-to-teacher ratio?The student-to-teacher ratio varies according to the age group, ranging from 6:1 to 8:1. Each classroom has 2 teachers.
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What is the daily schedule for the students?The basic schedule is from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. We also offer extended hours until 2:00 PM or 4:30 PM.
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How do you ensure childrens' safety?At ABCnMe, we ensure the safety of our students with the following measures: Trained staff: Our personnel are trained in first aid and safe childcare. Safe facilities: The facilities hosting ABCnMe are designed and built according to curriculum needs, with straight lines, wide relief zones, bathrooms and sinks at our students' height, and furniture designed for various ages to ensure safe areas. We are located on the ground floor, with no stairs, away from risk areas. Constant supervision: We maintain constant supervision of our students in their various activities. Emergency procedures: We keep emergency procedures, areas, and evacuation plans up to date.
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What teaching method do you use?Our curriculum philosophy is based on the idea that young children learn best through play and exploration. Learning involves active thinking and experimentation to understand how things work and to explore the world firsthand. Our Creative Curriculum emphasizes balancing general knowledge about child development with the specific understanding a teacher gains by connecting with each child and their family. At ABCnMe, we provide opportunities for children to learn through play, build meaningful relationships, and express and manage their emotions, which are crucial for school readiness. Our daily activities promote learning across all aspects of development, enhancing cognitive, social, physical, linguistic, and emotional skills. Our main goal in early childhood education is to inspire children to become enthusiastic learners, fostering independence, confidence, and curiosity, and teaching them to learn throughout their lives.
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What type of communication can parents expect about their child's progress?Parents at ABCnMe receive weekly reports detailing the small progresses and changes in their children. They also receive written reports based on scientific observations aligned with the developmental milestones appropriate for the age of each student. Additionally, meetings with families are held to strengthen the bond and better understand their needs.
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Do you offer extracurricular activities?Yes. ABCnMe's extracurricular activities are specially designed for our youngest ones. These activities go beyond entertainment to bridge the gap between school and family life. Our goal is to nurture their emerging interests and skills in an engaging and interactive environment. Our fun activities add joy to the afternoons of our preschool-aged children, focusing on simplicity, connection, and creating lasting memories. The extracurricular activities at ABCnMe go beyond just the additional development they can receive from them. It is a time to explore in-depth specific topics such as art, sciences, playful activities, and literature.
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How can I enroll my child?The enrollment process begins by filling out an online form or scheduling an appointment directly at 68626113, where a face-to-face or Zoom meeting (for families residing abroad) will be arranged. In this meeting, we present the methodology we use and give a tour of the facilities. The payment of the tuition fee, according to the requested quota, will formalize the enrollment.
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Do you offer transportation to the school?We have a company that offers transportation services with a minimum of 6 students.
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What time can I pick up my child?Ideally, no later than 15 minutes after dismissal time. If necessary, we offer extended hours and can also coordinate in advance to care for them later as per an agreed schedule for an additional fee.
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What qualifications do the teachers have?Our teachers possess a combination of specific skills and qualities. This includes a solid background in early childhood education plus skills for effective communication with young children, creativity in designing developmentally appropriate learning activities, patience in handling diverse classroom situations, ability to work as a team with other teachers and school staff, and a deep commitment to the well-being and comprehensive development of preschool-aged children. Additionally, they are licensed in preschool education or psychology, and certified in Positive Discipline Association and the curriculum we use. They are also evaluated and observed in their performance, maintaining a constant training program.
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Can I come to see the facilities?Our doors are open to parents interested in our curriculum. This includes a visit to our facilities.
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Do you conduct visits to places like parks, excursions, etc.?Our curriculum is immersive. This means that we promote experiences for our little students to be fully involved in their learning process through interactive activities, games, experiments, and experiences. For this, we include outings and excursions that contribute to enriching the process. We also receive educational visits from professionals in different fields who also cooperate with the experimental process of different interesting topics for the little ones.
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How do you assess and follow the progress of the students?The curriculum we use provides us with developmental and learning objectives by chronological age and offers a system of objective observation, valuing the individuality of each child.