Our Philosophy

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I hope that your child will have a wonderful and fun experience in our care and we look forward to each and every minute of it! Thank you in advance for sharing your precious child with us! We are always ready to answer your questions or concerns, or if you just want help or advice, please don't hesitate to ask. We are a team with the same goal in mind, to raise the next generation of happy, self confident, over achieving, intelligent and very much loved children this world has ever seen!

Most child care establishments and centers run their program under one philosophy. While all philosophies have a lot to offer, not one can address every child's needs or their issues. After over a decade of childcare, we have learned to pull the best from each, along with our own philosophy, that we feel will help all children succeed.

We believe all children learn through play but we also want them to explore and problem solve with activities and manipulatives provided by teachers or that they choose for themselves. All children are given the chance to to complete a project without instruction. With time, if assistance is needed, we are right there guiding them to think inside and outside the box. Guidance is always provided in a positive way intended to help a child learn patience, self control, self esteem and respect for themselves and others.

We also don't feel that any child should be held back from their full potential in order to stay with the rest of the class. Each child is an individual who thinks and learns differently then everyone else. With that in mind, we have created a curriculum that grows at the same pace and skill level your child does. So no matter what age or developement level your child is at.... they can SOAR.

Testimonial

Teachers

I highly recommend this preschool and childcare! They are completely different from all other family home daycares in the Coeur d'Alene and surrounding areas. They have the structure and learning environment of a center but all the love, warmth and one-on-one attention you get with a home daycare. My child was so advanced that she skipped kindergarten and started in first grade. They took excellent care of my child, who still loves to visit to this day. I was so fortunate to find them. They had a flexible schedule and worked with me when I had a change at work. My child loved to go to school everyday and how often can you say that? Do yourself and your child a favor...enroll them here!

Kathleen

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My name is Kathleen! I have devoted my life to caring for and teaching young children and have over 38 years experience in a childcare setting. I have volunteered many hours, days, weeks, months and years to help the children in my community. I have been a member of several organizations that help and provide for children and families in need. Currently, I am on the board of commissions for childcare in the city of Coeur d'Alene and I am also on Idaho's state board of commissions for childcare and ICCP panel.

I want every child who comes to this school to feel safe, secure, loved and have a truly wonderful experience.

Lucille Gaines

Robert

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My name is Robert. I have been helping my wife with her childcare business for over 22 years. I enjoy spending time with all the children who come through our doors. I spend the majority of my day running around the playground and providing a fun outdoor experience or telling stories to everyone. I feel that all children need to grow up with positive role models when available and I do all I can to be one of them. I have taken all the same classes my wife does to ensure that I can be an asset to my wife and for all the children who are enrolled in our program

Watch Me Soar Academy Preschool and childcare

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Teachers