Apple Tree Children Center-Infant

Overview

Apple Tree Children Center is an early childhood center offering year-round care for young children, with programs that span the infant through preschool years. The centre provides a full-day schedule and a Mandarin-immersion program for children across its age groups.

Educational approach

The centre combines elements of the Reggio Emilia and Montessori methodologies to encourage exploration, independence and community. A language-immersion model is used where a large portion of daily activities are conducted in Mandarin while a smaller portion is delivered in English, and sensory and hands-on experiences are incorporated for the youngest children.

Facilities and services

Indoor classroom space and outdoor play areas; the site states 4,000 square feet of classroom space and 4,000 square feet of outdoor playground space.
In-house meal service providing breakfast, lunch and snacks, with feeding support for younger children.
Enrichment offerings that include music, sports and subject lessons such as yoga, soccer, dance and music.
Mandarin-speaking staff; the site indicates staff are fluent in Mandarin, have a minimum of two years' childcare experience and complete in-house childcare training.
Extended care is available for most holidays and breaks for an additional fee.

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Apple Tree Children Center-Infant

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