Early Childhood Observation Program

This program is designed to provide early care, educational as well as professional development for children. The philosophy of Children’s Campus is; ``To provide high-quality early care and education for infants, toddlers, and preschool children of SF State employees and the community`` which is backed by a three-fold mission statement; Which entails providing high quality child care and education for children, to offer hands-on experience, internship opportunities and observations for children in all categories and ultimately to children with research work at their graduate levels in promoting education and best practices accepted by the society. The above outlines Children`s Campus mission statement which collectively helps them in realizing their bigger goal (vision). Their vision statement is; ``to be a centre for early care, educational and professional research and development``, both their mission and vision statements are highly conspicuous which is reflected through the milestones attained since its establishment in January 2009.

Discussion Their curriculum model is play-based and emergent at the same time. This program directors comply with the set standards for ratio of staff to children. The ratio is 1:3 in a group of 6. In order for infants to start attending this program, they must be 6 months and above. In the case of toddlers, in a group size of 12, the ratio is 1:6 during summer while sometimes during winter the ratio could be 1:4 in class size of 12 also. 16 is the size of group for preschools, hence the ratio is 1:8 or even in a group of 20 the ratio could be 1:10. Toddlers and infants are excluded from using computers since their learning ability doesn’t yet match this demand. In promoting health and safety of children, Children`s Campus program adheres to Integrated Pest Management policies to promote child care and safety.

Fire and safety consideration, being central among the precautions this program administers. Additionally, this program promotes hygiene in order to protect children from contracting illnesses due to exposure to germs and food poisoning. Food is provided by experts and well trained professional on catering management. Children should receive this much needed help at a pocket friendly investment. Government subsidizing operations in this program is a key milestone in ensuring that many parents won`t let go this great opportunity due to cost implications. This program should be well managed to assure the state and its citizens of its going concern. Quality should be maintained or even improved in order to make the best out of the underlying potential in children. This program also provides employment opportunities and also room for self-employment by empowering children with hands-on experience in areas of specialization.