Monarch Academy For Young Children, Valencia

Monarch believes that a child's natural motivation for learning should be encouraged through play. Our programs are designed to promote responsibility and self-reliance by providing opportunities to develop the social, emotional, intellectual, physical and moral aspects of each child. Monarch emphasizes the classroom as a community where each child can contribute their individuality. This attitude empowers self-worth and a sense of value for others. Monarch created a curriculum that reflects the philosophy of the Emergent Curriculum Model and is consistent with the standards for a developmentally appropriate program. Emergent Curriculum originated from the innovative educational philosophy known as the Reggio Emilia Approach. The Reggio Approach to preschool is recognized worldwide for its theoretical kinship with Jean Piaget, John Dewey, and Lev Vygotsky. A developmental approach such as this is characterized by child-directed curriculum, the center based environment, and parent involvement