At Wellspring we are committed to providing children with the time, space and autonomy to explore interests and try new things. A place where failure is seen as opportunity not disgrace. And where children are seen for their unique styles and stories.
We aspire to create an environment in the outdoors where children can explore in the garden, in the trees, in the art center, library & music room, working with and caring for animals, camp cooking, and in dirt, water, and mud.
We believe learning best takes place when there is intrinsic motivation met with time and materials to bring ideas to life.
This kind of learning lasts a lifetime.
We believe that all children are full of remarkable capabilities and have a right to a childhood filled with play, exploration and excitement about learning. Children’s learning is enhanced with respect and support from adults.
We see children as enormously creative and capable of complex learning through self-directed play. We build our curriculum around their questions and pursuits and the skills they are trying to master. We pay close attention to cultivating their self-esteem and their dispositions toward learning, risk-taking and problem solving.
We believe that children are a precious gift from God and that parents are God’s primary provision for their nurture, care, and education, and we consider it a privilege to partner with parents as they seek the very best for their children.
