Londonderry School
Preschool in Harrisburg, PA 17110
Language(s) Spoken: English Spanish
Part Time / Full Time: Full Time Part Time
Londonderry’s mission is to help each child reach his/her full potential in a loving safe supportive and fun atmosphere. Londonderry children learn at their own pace to think logically critically and creatively and to appreciate the unique qualities and life experiences of each person. A partnership among parents children and staff fosters each child’s self-esteem independence responsibility and sense of belonging to a larger diverse community and world.
- Child Ages:
- 2.5 years - 12 years
- Rates:
- $$
- Licenses & Accreditations:
- Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare - NAEYC Accredited
- Vouchers:
- This provider accepts vouchers
- Special Needs:
- Administer Medication Administer Nebulizer Treatment (Asthma) Asthma Behavioral/Emotional Issues Cognitive Dysfunction/Delay Gifted Ability Seizures Speech/Language Delay Special Diet
- Preschool:
- Yes
- Hours of Operation:
- 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
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Londonderry School offers a preschool through elementary school program emphasizing the development of the whole child. The areas of social emotional cognitive creative and physical development are all considered important aspects of Londonderry’s integrated and enriching school curriculum. Primary emphasis is given to the development of the child’s feelings of self-esteem as the necessary foundation for successful learning and social interactions.
To enact the philosophy Londonderry adheres to the following principles:
That the development of a curiosity and excitement about learning is as important as the acquisition of a set of skills or factual knowledge.
That the intent of learning in a subject area is to impart the ability to generalize the knowledge gained ask key questions think critically and solve problems.
That children learn best when they are actively involved in the learning process. Children must have ample opportunities to manipulate their environment and interact with their teacher and peers.
That children learn best when the content of the curriculum is meaningful to them. Children must have opportunities to pursue their interests and relate learning to personal experiences. Teachers are encouraged to design a flexible curriculum with the children’s interests and abilities in mind.
That the school curriculum should integrate subject areas in a natural way and include opportunities for involvement in activities such as art music physical education and outdoor play cooking and computers on a regular basis.
That the interaction of children of different age levels has a positive effect on all children and promotes a family-like atmosphere. Flexible age groupings are a purposeful part of the Londonderry School’s desire to allow for the natural development of skills and abilities in an unpressured atmosphere which fosters a positive self-image.
That children learn best when they are allowed to progress through the curriculum at an individualized rate and receive the extra attention needed to challenge or nurture their abilities as needed.
That respect for children as individuals – and respect for teachers’ abilities to use their own individual skills resources and interests — fosters a positive and mutually rewarding teaching environment.
That parental involvement is key to the success of Londonderry in meeting the needs of students and in receiving direction for the school’s future. All parents are Trustees of the school.
