SPARK STUDIO ACTON ACADEMY

Our Spark Studio program consists of morning Montessori activities and afternoon themed learning.  The Montessori morning is more academic and the kids progress through the curriculum at their own individual pace and encourages self-help and independence.  Children are guided through work that will challenge them to learn new things.  The afternoon includes daily play-based activities that encourage problem-solving, critical thinking, and cooperative play. 

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PROGRAM DETAILS

The  Program includes:

• Planned experiences for children to play, explore, experiment and create

• An environment where each child is encouraged to explore and discover at their own pace

• Scheduled conferences and individual child assessments

• Hands-on small, and large muscle activities, teacher and child-directed

• Monthly thematic learning and dramatic play

• To qualify for this program the child must meet some qualifications

STAFF QUALIFICATIONS

Our teachers and caregivers are highly trained and passionate about helping children. All staff, volunteers and parents working with children must:

• All lead teachers have either a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a child development associate’s degree

• Provide fingerprints

• Undergo extensive referral checks and work history verification

• Pass a complete background check for criminal history including felonies and crimes against children

• Complete training on bloodborne pathogens safety, first aid, CPR, infant safe sleep, shaken baby, and children and infant general health and safety

• Agree to and complete on-going health and safety training to total a minimum of 16 hours per year

SAFETY & CLEANLINESS

• Classrooms are designed to ensure children are comfortable and safe (no sharp corners, padding, removal of choking hazards, etc.)

• We adhere to a strict three-step cleaning process including daily surface and restroom sanitizing, frequent handwashing and  toy baths