CURRICULUM
At Nurturing Creative Minds Childcare Center, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment tailored to the unique needs of every child. Our center is organized into three specialized classrooms, each designed to support the developmental stages of our young learners:
Nurturing Creative Minds Childcare Center uses The Creative Curriculum in our Toddler Program. The classroom is divided into centers and learning areas. The children have access to the following learning centers daily: Books, Dramatic Play, Blocks, Art, Sand and
Water, Manipulatives, Music and Movement and Outdoors. The children are introduced to colors, shapes, letters and numbers through appropriate activities and games.
Nurturing Creative Minds Childcare Center uses The Creative Curriculum in our Preschool Program. The children have access to the following learning centers daily: Books, Dramatic Play, Blocks, Art, Sand and Water, Science, Math, Manipulatives, Music and Movement, Writing and Computers, and Outdoors. Our Preschoolers will begin to write and memorize sight words. They will also begin simple addition and subtractions as well as working together in groups.
Nurturing Creative Minds Childcare Center has an After School Program that assists all of our students with their homework and projects. Our skilled and Qualified staff not only helps them but also help them to understand their work as well as be able to perform well in that area of study.
PROGRAMS
TODDLER
PROGRAM
PRESCHOOL
PROGRAM
SCHOOLAGE
PROGRAM
Our Toddler Classroom caters to both younger and older toddlers,
offering a safe and engaging space where they can explore, learn, and
grow.
We focus on fostering independence, language development, and
social skills through age-appropriate activities that encourage
curiosity and creativity.
In our Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten Classroom, we prepare our young
learners for the next steps in their educational journey. Through a
balanced curriculum that integrates play-based learning with
foundational academic skills, we help children develop critical
thinking, problem-solving abilities, and a love for learning.
Our After-School Classroom is designed to provide a supportive and
enriching environment for school-aged children.
We offer a variety of activities that promote learning, creativity, and
socialization, helping children unwind after a busy school day while
reinforcing the knowledge they've gained.
Each of our classrooms is led by experienced and compassionate educators who are committed to guiding your child through their developmental milestones with care and enthusiasm. At Nurturing Creative Minds, we believe in the power of education, creativity, and a supportive community to help every child reach their full potential.
Dramatic Play
A space where children act out real-life scenarios through pretend play. They might dress up, cook in a play kitchen, take care of dolls, or pretend to be doctors, teachers, or community helpers. This center builds imagination, language skills, social-emotional development, and encourages problem-solving.
🧠 Skills Developed: Communication, empathy, creativity, self-regulation, and role-playing.
Library/Cozy Corner
A quiet, comfortable area filled with age-appropriate books, soft pillows, stuffed animals, and dim lighting. This center encourages children to develop early literacy, relax, and explore stories at their own pace. It’s also a safe space for calming down when overstimulated.
🧠 Skills Developed: Vocabulary, story comprehension, emotional regulation, and listening.
STEAM
(Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math)
A hands-on exploration zone for building, experimenting, and discovering. Children may use magnifying glasses, magnets, measuring cups, building tools, and materials to explore topics like weather, nature, motion, or patterns. It nurtures critical thinking, curiosity, and inquiry-based learning.
🧠 Skills Developed: Observation, classification, early engineering, cause and effect, fine motor skills, and collaborative thinking.
Circle Time
A central gathering space where children meet for group activities, morning meetings, story time, songs, calendar/weather discussions, or themed lessons. Circle time promotes a sense of community, routine, and group participation.
🧠 Skills Developed: Listening, turn-taking, focus, following directions, and social awareness.
Block Center
A constructive play zone with a variety of blocks, vehicles, figures, and props. Children build structures, cities, or imaginary worlds. This center supports spatial awareness, teamwork, planning, and early engineering concepts.
🧠 Skills Developed: Problem-solving, coordination, geometry, balance, collaboration, and creativity.
Writing Center
A literacy-rich space stocked with paper, pencils, markers, stamps, stencils, name cards, and other writing tools. Children explore drawing, tracing, writing letters or their names, and making cards or mini-books. This center supports fine motor development and pre-writing skills.
🧠 Skills Developed: Letter recognition, handwriting, print awareness, self-expression, and fine motor control.
