Golden Pond School

Golden Pond School is committed to fostering happy, lifelong learners. At Golden Pond we know that children are active learners. We know that a child has to touch, smell, see, hear, squeeze, and even eat the world to understand it, making her learning meaningful. We know that a child needs to feel secure and loved before learning can take place. We know that a child needs novelty to maintain interest. We know that a child needs a challenge to encourage learning. We know that a child needs a stimulating and varied environment. Linking all of these areas is language. We know that early childhood is a very special time for the growth of language. In fact, a child’s brain is so ready for language stimulation that these years are sometimes referred to as a “Window of Opportunity” for language. This is why you see such an emphasis on both spoken and written language at Golden Pond. Because we know all of these things about early childhood, at Golden Pond School you will see children actively exploring the world around them through: