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Curriculum
Top of the World Exclusive Curriculum
Top of the World utilizes the "ELM Curriculum," developed by the military and aligned with Texas preschool standards.
At Top of the World Preschool, we are committed to creating an environment that maximizes learning opportunities for children. We recognize that every moment of a child's day presents a chance for growth. Our dedicated teachers care for, observe, and respond to each child's needs, fostering a rich and enjoyable experience.
To facilitate our journey in helping children learn and develop essential skills, we utilize the "ELM" curriculum. (Developed by the military) This curriculum, implemented from August to May, focuses on developing functional learners. All learners are provided with multi-sensory, hands-on activities that stimulate creativity and expand their understanding of the world around them.
We are excited to embark on this learning journey with your child and look forward to partnering with you in their educational development.
The "ELM" Curriculum for Preschool is based on five fundamental principles that guide practice and help us understand the reasons for intentionally setting up and operating preschool programs in particular ways.
These are the principles:
1. Positive interactions and relationships with adults provide a
critical foundation for successful learning.
2. Social–emotional competence is a significant factor in school success.
3. Constructive, purposeful play supports essential learning.
4. The physical environment affects the type and quality of learning
interactions.
5. Teacher–family partnerships promote development and learning.
During the first week of school, each class focuses on developing their classroom culture by establishing rules, routines, and basic procedures. Following this initial week, our unit themes include topics such as boxes, clothing machines, water, gardening, and reduce/reuse/recycle, among others.
Building a Foundation for Success: The "ELM" Curriculum at Top of the World Preschool
At Top of the World Preschool, we embrace the "ELM" Curriculum, which uses building blocks as a powerful metaphor for our educational philosophy, children's learning objectives, and collaborative approach with families.
This research-backed curriculum empowers our teachers to effectively interact with children, fostering their development and learning, nurturing social competence, and maximizing learning through engaging play within enriching environments. We also prioritize building strong home-school connections to support your child's holistic growth.
We are deeply committed to your child's success. That's why we weave Multiculturalism and essential Social Skills into our daily program, with a strong emphasis on social-emotional development. Each week, we introduce new character-building exercises focusing on values like honesty, respect, and responsibility. As these qualities strengthen, your child will develop greater independence, learn to collaborate effectively, and build meaningful relationships.
Stay Connected to Your Child's Growth with Weekly Learning Observations!
As a parent, you'll receive weekly updates on your child's progress across eight key learning domains: gross-motor, fine-motor, social-emotional, STEM, communication, literacy, art, and cognitive development. These insightful observations will be conveniently shared through our parent app, Brightwheel, keeping you closely connected to their learning journey.
Best of Mckinney 2021,2022, 2023 and 2024!
Top of the World Preschool is among a very small group of companies that have won the Best of McKinney Award for Three consecutive years. This distinction has qualified Top of the World Preschool for the 2023 McKinney Business Hall of Fame