Commitment to Quality›

At Educare Preschool of Palm Harbor, we are committed to providing every child with the best possible care and learning experience. We hold high standards for our school and staff members. We have an exceptional educational curriculum that focuses on both traditional as well as Montessori methods. We are independently owned and operated with both owners on site daily.

Here at Educare, we conduct weekly and monthly self inspections to ensure that we are in compliance with the Pinellas County Licensing Board as well as the Pinellas County Health Department to provide a safe and nurturing environment for you and your child.

Learning & Growth

At Educare, we give each child the skills for success in school and in the future. We  encourage their young minds through play and hands-on, creative activities as well as encourage the development of physical, social and emotional skills.

• All teachers meet state certification skills.
• Music, dance/movement and art activities
• Computers in our 3 year old and VPK classes promote technology skills.
• Traditional/Montessori Teachings
• Fun, educational summer program

Health and Nutrition

We provide hot, nutritious, well-balanced meals based on the Food Guide Pyramid. In response to the need to provide adequate nutrition to a growing number of children, our state funded food program promotes healthy eating habits. We strive for healthy bodies and minds and maintain strict health standards. All of our teachers and classrooms practice good hand washing and hygiene. We also have a secluded rest area for sick/ill children to avoid interaction with the other children.

We provide kid friendly menus and have them change and posted weekly. Following is a link to our sample menu.

Curriculum

Our program curriculum is based on traditional and Montessori methods stemmed from Maria Montessori’s theory. Our wide-ranged program incorporates not only a child’s need to excel academically, but also to develop social skills and a healthy self-esteem.

“The Montessori approach allows the child to have an opportunity to engage in meaningful activities; as it is shown through their work, the child develops concentration, motivation, persistence, and discipline.”

Educare believes that children learn by exploring and discovering with “hands-on” manipulative equipment.  Educare teaches children to adapt to their environment, build self-esteem through the success of their work and learn the necessary life skills to interact with his/her peers.

Although our approach has been focused on Montessori teaching, the traditional philosophy is widely used. We assess children weekly to determine if the child is adapting and learning to the environment.  Our goal is to build a foundation for years to come; academically, mentally and physically.