Academy Of Creative Thinking Inc

Overview

Academy Of Creative Thinking Inc provides care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years and is open for full-day care on weekdays. The centre indicates participation in Illinois Action for Children.

Curriculum and philosophy

The program uses the Kinderplans curriculum covering math, literacy and science and a separate Emergent Readers program. Teaching is described as age-appropriate and individualized, with an emphasis on allowing children time and resources to explore and construct knowledge.

Daily care, health and routines

Nutritious meals are provided, including breakfast, lunch and snacks; alternative meals are available for medically determined dietary restrictions. The centre participates in the Illinois Child Care Food Program.
Each child has a personal cubby for belongings. Infants use individual cribs and children up to five years have individual cots; cot/crib sheets and blankets are provided.
Outdoor play is included daily when weather permits, following Illinois Department of Children and Family Services guidelines.
The centre describes tuition and fundraising policies that maintain a consistent payment schedule and require completion of an annual food form for the Child Care Food Program.

Staff, planning and family communication

Teachers use written curriculum guides and age-appropriate lesson plans. Staff engage in daily communication with parents, schedule at least two conferences annually, and are required to complete a minimum of 15 hours of training each year.

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