Our Program
Caterpillar Room
Infant to 2 years old
Butterfly Room
Preschool - 2.5- 3 years old
Phoenix Room
Pre-K - 4 to 5 years old
Developed under a grant awarded by Michigan Department of Education
Our Curriculum
The CRS curriculum is informed and inspired by the educational philosophies of Rudolf Steiner-Waldorf education and Reggio Emilia tools for learning.
In the CRS W-holistic Pedagogy of Child Development - each child is looked at as an individual and will find different learning opportunities through different paths. At any given moment, the child’s emotions, physical needs, and creative openness will contribute to their development and learning,
A W-holistic teacher/caregiver will give children opportunities to engage in innovative learning experiences and open-ended play while building warm relationships and recognizing the importance of the child’s spiritual and cultural development. Through this approach, the caregiver can focus on the unique aspects of the child.
“ Teachers who guide from the heart open up so many magical wonders within the classroom” - Mama Zina
Our Learning Environment
Did you know that the classroom environment is one of the most important factors that affect student learning? CRS provides a new 21st Century therapeutic classroom design for early childhood education. The design creates a feeling of calm and comfort that supports the child while giving them the freedom and confidence to trust and learn. This program attribute is an integral part of our educational philosophy and mission to guide and nurture the development of the whole child.
—Mind, Body, and Spirit.
Classroom Features
A large open play space
Clean and organized classrooms
All-natural learning materials
Sturdy child size wooden furniture
Large windows that allow in natural light
Live plants in each classroom
Salt lamps with crystals for restoring and cleaning energy
Essential oils that coordinate with the daily rhythm (routine) and the temperaments of the children
Teacher accessible kitchen counter tops and refrigerators that creates a warm home like atmosphere.
Nutrition and Meal Plans
Our meal plans promote healthy eating habits in our children. We provide delicious and nutritious foods that support the physical, emotional and intellectual development of the child. We offer a meat/poultry free food menu and snack plan that follows the CACFP nutrition standards and dietary guidelines for childcare programs. We are also opened to serving families with vegan and/or vegetarian alternative needs.
We practice family style - breakfast, snacks, and lunch to encourage children in preparing, serving, and sharing foods.
Beyond the Classroom
