"Somehow we have to get older people back close to growing children if we are to restore a sense of community, a knowledge of the past, and a sense of the future."
Margaret
Mead
Through these daily interactions, children learn patience, acceptance, social maturity, and in some cases, higher academic performance, while seniors gain a stronger emotional, physical and mental health. Interacting with older adults enables young children to develop communication skills, problem solving abilities, social networks, positive attitudes toward aging and a sense of purpose and community service. This leads to a future fighting ageism. According to the Department of Education, intergenerational programs are built on the assumptions that human development and learning is a lifelong process.
Our program specializes in preschool age children (3-5 years old). During these years, children learn by exploring the world around them. Our curriculum follows a literacy enriched, play based, thematic approach. This approach invites children to take charge of their own learning, with guidance from the teachers. Our goal is to help children become independent, curious learners, who are socially and emotionally confident.
We provide a unique experience by bringing generations together. Seniors and children will be able to interact on a daily basis through many different means (play, music, art, etc.).
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About the Program
From Student's Parents
kind notes
Welcome to Kindness Creators Intergenerational Preschool!
Early childhood is a very special time in a young child's life. Children grow and develop rapidly, yet each at his/her own pace.
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Student Application
- Karin Nangreave
"Our child has thrived since attending Kindness Creators. He has improved on his ability to manage strong feelings and emotions. He talks about his friends and teachers at the school and we love seeing all the fun activities with the residents at Oak Park Arms."
- The parker family
"Kindness Creators was the missing piece for not just our 4 year old, but our entire family. From our very first interaction with Ms. Jaime and Ms. Pam, we felt at home. We felt a sense of welcome and calm; friendliness and warmth and yet structure at the same time. We knew we had found "our place" for our youngest even before the tour began. The tour confirmed what we already felt-- this was the place for us.
As full-time working parents to 3 kids, with our youngest being a pandemic baby, we had been through a lot. Nothing compared to Kindness Creators and our only true regret is that it wasn't yet in existence when we had our oldest, because we hands-down would have sent all 3 of our children there! When our youngest "graduates" and moves on to Kindergarten this fall we will SO miss them, because they've become family-- we will always continue to support them. Such a unique program with values that will carry our daughter (and us) through life- respect for every person, no matter what differences exist, and always expelling kindness."
- Caroline Cavanash-Jansen
"We have two kids at KC. Our oldest graduates this year and we are already sad that she’ll be leaving. She has blossomed with the love and care of her teachers at KC and we cannot wait to see our other two children thrive there in the future."
- The conway family
We cannot imagine a life without Kindness Creators. It has been the biggest gift to our family and our son. After 3 wonderful years there our son is ready for kindergarten and we know he will thrive. Kindness Creators loves each child like he or she is their own. You are joining a family when you entrust your child's care to them. The combination of intergenerational learning where the children get the love from the residents of Oak Park Arms, and the central focus on social-emotional learning ensures that each child finishes their time at Kindness Creators with the strongest skills possible, ready to take on the world they will encounter. We wish Kindness Creators could be with us for our son's entire educational career!
- brandon hall
Our little one entered Kindness Creators mid-year after experiencing frustrations elsewhere. This school and its teachers have been nothing short of a sanctuary. Their communication, accommodation, and real focus on the individual child’s needs has allowed this family so much relief.
"Jaime and Pam have known & taken care of both our kids since they were infants. It’s easy to see at pick up / drop off that it’s a loving environment where all the kids have a good time. Knowing that the kids are learning too is a little harder to observe but becomes apparent when my son started asking what street signs said because he was recognizing letters or when my daughter corrected me that “the birds aren’t singing, they’re tweeting.” It’s those moments that I couldn’t have asked for more for my kids preschool."
-Liz M.
"You could not ask for two more qualified, genuine and nurturing teachers like Jaime & Pam. Our son has flourished beyond all of our expectations under their care and tutelage. We look forward to the next two years with them at
Kindness Creators."
-Caroline N.
"I honestly do not know where my family would be without Ms. Jaime and Ms. Pam! They laid an important academic foundation by making learning fun, engaging, and hand-on for my kids. Even more importantly, they loved and understood my kids and they helped me raise them right!"
-Binky S.
"Jaime and Pam truly create a loving, nurturing and respectful environment for children to learn and grow in. I've watched my shy little girl blossom in the 2 years she's spent with them!"
-Kendra s.
"As an educator and parent, I can tell you, my husband and I are so very pleased with Jaime and Pam's methods of teaching. We are truly delighted with how our children are embraced, nurtured, and supported by them. Our children are excited to go to school and learn new things each day. Both of our children have excelled personally and academically."
Adrienne F.
"What I love about Jaime and Pam most is their genuine love and concern for each child. They love the kids, "no matter what". They hugged my kids as if their own. I love their family mentality of the classroom. Jaime and Pam were such a big impact on our kids. Our kids adore them, as do I!"
-Adela (age 8)
"Pam and Jaime are the nicest and best teachers. They really care for their students. They teach the children through playing, which I think is a great way to learn."
Intergenerational programs offer a unique opportunity for younger and older generations to interact through planned activities.
Both younger and older generations are assets to each other, providing education, memories, and advocacy for one another.
Many seniors suffer from loneliness. Interactions with children help them feel a connection to the world and increases activity level.
When children spend time with seniors,
they become more comfortable with
different generations.
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Learning without Tears
Kindness Creators believes in teaching the whole child. We strive to meet all the needs of our students. The following programs allows us to meet all children at their individual levels, and give them the tools to succeed socially, emotionally and academically.
Creative Curriculum
Curriculums
Second Step
A research-based, comprehensive curriculum that features exploration and discovery as a way of learning.
A fun, engaging and developmentally appropriate way to strengthen children’s motor skills through short, multi-sensory activities.
Prepares children to enter kindergarten with the self-regulation and social-emotional skills they need to be successful. Some skills and concerts include listening, empathy, emotion management, friendship and problem solving.