Who We Are
Mission and Values
The mission of Arleans Little Treasures is to create a stimulating and nurturing environment where children of all abilities, regardless of socio-economic or cultural background, can grow and learn together in acceptance of one another. This mission is carried out daily by highly trained staff, low teacher/child ratios, specialized curriculum, and contracted therapy services. At Arleans Little Treasures, we value the importance of character, commitment to the family, commitment to the community, respect for the individual, and celebrating our differences.
Philosophy
Arleans Little Treasures philosophy is based on a belief that children of all abilities benefit from an inclusive environment, emphasizing acceptance of individual differences and ability levels. For children with special needs, inclusion facilitates developmental progress by exposure to role modeling of social, language, and physical skills through interactions with typically developing peers. We also believe that the typically developing children gain solid interpersonal skills, including self-confidence, acceptance, empathy, and communication. Inclusion allows all children to relate and interact with peers in play and daily routines, engaging in experiences that promote the development of self-help skills, self-control, and the understanding that others have different backgrounds and perspectives than themselves.
Licensing and Accreditation
Our school is state-licensed and regularly inspected to ensure everything meets or exceeds standards, including child-to-teacher ratios and safe facilities. Arleans Little Treasures is subject to inspection by state and local health, fire, licensing, and building agencies. Regulations and
inspections pertain to staff qualifications, the facility and playground, nutrition, health and safety matters, record-keeping, and child-to-staff ratios. If you have any questions regarding licensing or regulations, please speak with the director. Additionally, Arleans Little Treasures is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
NAEYC Accreditation
Arleans Little Treasures is a nationally accredited program through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Accreditation means that Arleans Little Treasures met NAEYC’s ten standards for high-quality early childhood education, has voluntarily
undergone a comprehensive internal self-study, invited external professional review to verify compliance, and been found to comply with the Criteria. Arleans Little Treasures follows the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct; please go to www.naeyc.org. Copies of the Code of Ethical Conduct are also available in the main office, and all staff receives a copy. For more information about NAEYC, you can go to NAEYC for Families
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