Curriculum

The overall goals of The Pineapple School curriculum are to challenge the children, build their self-confidence and, most importantly, develop within them a love for learning which is vital for future success.

The Pineapple School’s dynamic, custom-made curriculum follows the model of Creative Curriculum, a nationally recognized approach built upon theories of learning and scientific knowledge of child development. From early infancy on, learning occurs within a structured environment that encourages exploration, discovery, and creative expression. Our classrooms are busy, as children learn best and remember more with active involvement that engages all the senses. We paint with our feet, mold with clay, explore mud, count seeds, measure sticks, copy rhythms with hand clapping and foot stomping, and create patterns with leaves and pods.

Worksheets and workbooks have no place in our classrooms. We respect every child as a unique being developing at his/her own pace. Based on themes of relevance and interest to the children, activities are designed to actively engage the children, while meeting targeted objectives in the areas of cognitive, language, motor, and social-emotional development – all in the Spanish language!

Ongoing assessments of each child’s strengths and interests are maintained by the teacher allowing for adaptations to meet individual needs. Recognizing the important role of parents and families as partners in the young child’s education, we send a weekly newsletter which includes the planned classroom activities so that language, concepts, and skills may be reinforced at home.

“TO HAVE ANOTHER LANGUAGE IS TO POSSESS A SECOND SOUL.”

- Charlemagne