• Understanding The Program

    We honor the innate curiosity driven exploration, that children possess. Through play and hands on learning, we strive to cultivate meaningful experiences. This allows students to investigate topics of interest and learn from their peers in an environment which is thoughtfully designed to encourage wonder, imagination and exploration.

  • What We Provide

    We offer a project based learning approach for students in mixed age environments. Our teachers serve as guides, cultivating meaningful opportunities for students to navigate and develop their own learning abilities all while being aware of state learning standards.

    Children are given the freedom to make creative choices in their learning and can work individually or in groups. Free choice allow for discovery and nurturing of each students natural curiosity. Through this process, students develop discipline, increased concentration, and confidence. Improved long-term retention is also achieved by focused and peer-based problem solving.

  • Program Structure

    Enrollment options: M-F, MWF or TTH

    Program Hours: 9-2

    At CCLA the environment is considered an essential part of the experience and materials/activities designed to support all areas of learning will be available to children daily.

    Area of focus will be provided as follows: M-Language / T-Science / W-Math / Th-Art / F-Social Studies & Enrichment

    CCLA is supported by active parent volunteers. Each student will be represented by a parent/guardian in the classroom at least once a month in order to foster and integrate an active and involved family-centered community.

Daily Schedule Sample

  • 9:00 am  Drop Off

  • 9:00-9:20 am Engagement Activities of Choice

  • 9:20-9:45 am Morning Discussion/Group Time

  • 9:45-10:00 am Snack

  • 10:o0-11:00 am Learning Area of Focus Activities

  • 11:00-12:00 Center Activities

  • 12:00-12:40 Lunch

  • 12:45-1:00 End of Day Class Reflections/Clean Up