Deciding how to guide your child into their formal school years is one of the most significant choices you will make as a parent. You want to ensure they possess the academic tools for success, but you also care deeply about their emotional security, social confidence, and love for discovery. Today, many forward-thinking families are …
Choosing the Best Option for Your Child Choosing the right schedule for early education is a major step for families. Many parents find themselves comparing full-day vs. half-day preschool options to see what fits best. Every child grows at their own pace, so the right choice depends on your home routine. Looking at high-quality day …
Transitional Kindergarten Options in Vancouver, WA: Understanding Your Options in the Evergreen School District Choosing the right school path for your child is a big decision, especially when you’re weighing options like private TK/kindergarten vs. public KinderBridge. If you live in Vancouver, Washington, you’ve probably come across both public and private transitional kindergarten programs in …
There is something remarkable about watching the whole child growth journey over several years in an environment where they feel deeply known, supported, and encouraged every step of the way. Between the ages of three and six, children experience enormous developmental changes. They build confidence, strengthen communication skills, learn how to navigate friendships, develop independence, …
For young children, some of the best learning happens when they are moving, building, exploring, and asking questions in real time. That is why Kidspace outdoor classrooms are designed to support the same kind of meaningful learning that happens indoors, just with more room to create, discover, and connect. Our outdoor classrooms are not simply …
Understanding the Big Three Preschool Philosophies Choosing a preschool is about much more than finding a convenient location or a schedule that works for your family. Many parents also want to understand how children learn in a particular environment and whether that approach matches their child’s personality, interests, and developmental needs. That is where different …
What Does Social-Emotional Learning Mean for Young Children? Social emotional learning (SEL) is how young children begin to understand themselves, connect with others, and move through the world with confidence. It includes the development of social and emotional skills like recognizing feelings, managing emotions, building relationships, and making responsible decisions. For young children, this learning …
Why STEAM Learning Matters in a Vancouver, WA Preschool Many families today are looking for more than a traditional preschool experience. They want a place where their child can explore, ask questions, and begin building the skills that will support future learning. That is where a STEAM preschool comes in. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, …
KIDSPACE educates the children of our community with a curriculum inspired by the interests and needs of the children. Owners and operators Sharon Lascheck and Kathy Stanley are longtime educators with a shared mission to teach and care for children. Whether in the classroom or in our 2,500-square-foot gymnasium, students at KIDSPACE Child Enrichment Center …
Kidspace treasures our little ones. We provide a supportive classroom environment. And we love their enthusiasm for learning and the wonderful way their eyes — and their minds — open wide when they have “a-ha” moments along the way in their learning journey. Our core beliefs, embedded within both our overarching philosophy of education and …
KIDSPACE operates out of Vancouver, Washington, which is a wonderful place to live and work. It’s also a great place to teach — and to be a kid! One of the things that makes it so special is its proximity to nature; the mountains and the ocean are not too far away. Vancouver is special …
Many busy parents find that jobs and daily responsibilities can get in the way of encouraging their children to eat right. Even when there is time, parents must still face the age-old dilemma of getting kids to eat healthy foods. Don’t fret! There’s a lot of good news out there. There are tons of easy-to-prepare, …
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