To reach real peace in the world, we will have to begin with children – Mahatma Gandhi

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Welcome!

Little Hands Academy offers a developmental approach to education, where we focus on the whole child. We foster the mind, body and spirit incorporating various different activities supporting their individual developmental milestones . We build our foundations based on the Reggio Emilia approach to childhood education. This is a program based on the principles of respect, responsibility, and community through exploration and discovery in a supportive and enriching environment based on the interests of the children through a self-guided curriculum. Our goal is to promote the cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth of the children. We believe the needs and rights of the child come first.

Our Story

Little Hands Academy is a child-centered center. This means that in each classroom the children are offered a variety of activities and the teacher guides the child through each activity. The children learn they have choices within certain limitations.

Our facility is an exciting learning environment, which encourages a child’s natural curiosity and helps make the transition from infancy through early childhood and into their primary stages of development.

The activities chosen are designed to help the child’s social, emotional, and cognitive skills of development. Each of these areas is equally important in developing a well-rounded, socially adjusted child. Activities that provide for progress in each of these developmental areas are the most important aspects of our learning program.

Philosophy & Mission

Little Hands Academy offers a developmental approach to education, where we focus on the whole child. We foster the mind, body and spirit incorporating various different activities supporting their individual developmental milestones . We build our foundations based on the Reggio Emilia approach to childhood education. This is a program based on the principles of respect, responsibility, and community through exploration and discovery in a supportive and enriching environment based on the interests of the children through a self-guided curriculum.

Helping Your Child Explore, Grow, & Learn

Our Little Hands philosophy is based on the whole child. We provide various developmental activities through a play base curriculum to foster the individual child’s mind, body, and spirit. We have a team of dedicated professional who take their time observing and getting to know the children’s interest and turning them into lifelong learning experiences

What We Offer

Curriculum

Self-Awareness

Self-Management

Social Awareness

Relationship Skills

Responsible Decision Making

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Programs

Infant One & Two
We understand how delicate and complex the early stages of life are for an infant. With the health of your child and the cleanliness of their environment our foremost priority, we see to it that your child receives individual care and attention according to his/her needs.
Toddlers
It doesn’t take much to motivate a toddler, but we do try to structure their activities. The children at this age are active and curious about everything in their surroundings. We try to fill their moments with childhood wonders while helping them develop a strong sense of self. Songs, storybooks, puzzles, expressive artwork, finger plays, nursery rhymes, dress-up, stroller rides and fun in the sandbox are all part of their day. At about 24-27 months, children begin to focus on potty training. We work with the parents to help the child with their potty training goals.

No child will be pressured into potty training. Children will become potty trained at their own pace. Children will transition out of the toddler/two room when they are developmentally ready; being potty trained is not a criterion for moving on to Preschool.

Preschool
At Little Hands Academy, we feel a child’s fullest development at any age is the best preparation for the next. With the teacher’s encouragement, nurturing and understanding, a child will develop a sense of well-being and confidence. We have specific goals and a curriculum rich with experiences that provide a springboard for learning such as dramatic play, science, counting and beginning math, reciting the alphabet, and beginning letter recognition, language skills, motor skills, manners, and social skills are among the many achievements of our preschoolers.
Pre-K
At Little Hands Academy, our Pre-kindergarten is a very special and critical time in a child’s learning as they prepare for their journey to Kindergarten. It is our goal to make sure that the children In our program have the skills necessary to be prepared for Kindergarten, and that their first experiences with school will be one of excitement and confidence in all that they already know. In addition to increased focus on language and literacy development, math development and motor development; we will focus on making sure they are socially and emotionally ready for kindergarten. This social and emotional readiness will enable them to be confident, take on new challenges, communicate both their frustrations and happiness, and have the ability to follow directions and a structured routine.
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What Our Families are Saying

When we were first looking for a daycare for our newborn, we looked all over the region – from the chains, to independent schools like LHA, to home daycares. We didn’t find any other place that gave us the “feel” that LHA did. From Nina to the teachers to the outstanding (and constantly improving) facilities, Little Hands is the best place we’ve seen and we trust our son to them completely.

 The teachers and owner at Little Hands Academy work diligently to inspire creativity and exploration for each child to assist them in understanding the world around them! It is truly a place where each child can truly thrive.

We have loved to see the girls grow and thrive over their two years with you. We would recommend your school to anyone!