The Goddard School® FLEX Learning Program™

One of the factors that differentiates Goddard Schools from other preschools is the quality of our curriculum. A the heart of the Goddard curriculum is our FLEX Learning Program
What is the Goddard School FLEX Learning Program?

Flex learning is based on a unique learning continuum that encompasses developmental guidelines with formative assessments, child-focused lesson plans, a creative and fun environment and a personalized child-centered approach. Here are some of the benefits of the Flex learning approach:

· Helps meet the needs of the individual child
· Helps develop a more confident learner who is ready for school
· Helps your child to develop more independence, socialization, self-esteem and school
readiness
Here are a few elements of the flex learning program. We will cover some additional elements in the next blog later this week.

Developmental Guidelines, State Standards and Formative Assessments:

Developmental guidelines set the stage for individual achievement. This is the foundation of our continuum. These guidelines, based upon national and state standards, form the basis of The Goddard School FLEX Learning Program and the belief that each child develops in his/her own way. The guidelines outline each key stage of development and specific milestones across the core, academically accepted, learning domains (personal, social, language/literacy, mathematical, scientific, creative and physical.)

Formative assessments set the course for each child’s unique learning path. In the next phase, Goddard Schools’ teachers observe and assess how each child learns and evaluate his/her developmental progress. Our teachers use observational and formative assessment methods to collect, synthesize and interpret information about each child in order to plan engaging and playful activities, thus creating the optimum learning environment.

Child-Focused Lesson Plans:

Lesson Planning and the Goddard School Curriculum Guide provide proven road maps for success. In this phase, teachers use knowledge gained from their observations and interactions with the children to develop unique and challenging lesson plans. The Goddard School Curriculum Guide provides teachers with a cross reference of materials, programs and activities across the learning domains. Teachers use the guide to create an imaginative, rewarding learning program for all of the children in their classrooms.For more information on the Goddard Flex Learning Program call or stop in to Goddard Ashburn