Located within the WINGS Center, Imagination Station has access to a variety of teaching environments not generally available to preschools. Our goal is to bias children positively to all types of new learning experiences. We want preschoolers to equate learning with fun, curiosity with adventure, and questions with exploration.

Our curriculum is inclusive and multi-cultural, making the children’s transition from home out into the world at large a smooth and pleasant experience. We practice the Reggio Emilia method of teaching. Care has been taken to foster learning through discovery. The environment in Imagination Station is such that a trial & error process of learning is seen as positive regardless of the outcome. Much can be learned through incorrect hypothesis. Another system of learning employed is called Emergent Curriculum. The idea here is to build on ideas begun by the children themselves. Children are quicker to learn if they themselves are invested in the idea.

Anything that is

unknown is an

opportunity to

learn rather

than something

to be feared.

We believe that if children feel comfortable and safe, they will naturally embark on their journey of discovery.

Small ratios and a nurturing environment are combined with a variety of learning opportunities and a consistency of teachers and techniques to provide preschoolers with the optimum in developmental experiences.

Imagination Station is now accredited through NAEYC, a nationally recognized organization. Our teachers will help children resolve conflict by incorporating conflict resolution into a curriculum that:
1.  Keeps children safe.
2.  Encourages inner controls.
3.  Incorporates children’s ideas.
4.  Develops empathy and compassion for others.
5.  Practices negotiation skills.
6.  Develops social skills.
7.  Respects differences.
8.  Holds children accountable.
9.  Empowers children. We operate on the premise that:
       conflict is a daily occurrence
       conflict is an opportunity to learn
       children have the right to be safe
       children have the ability to
       resolve their own conflicts

Imagination Station offers a diverse learning environment, which includes a variety of tools, equipment specifically suited to early learning, and manipulatives designed to develop a multitude of skills. Our focus is on kindergarten readiness, which includes socialization skills and conflict resolution skills along with academic skills. The whole child is supported in his/her journey. We work towards providing a warm, nurturing environment that will promote each child’s physical, social, emotional, creative and intellectual development.

Back To Top