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Welcome to Historical Canterbury Shaker Village, where we transform our beautiful surroundings into a nature classroom! In our multi-age setting, children lead their own learning through, exploring and discovering at their own pace. Our dedicated teachers act as co-learners, guiding and supporting each child’s unique journey. Together, we foster a love for nature and learning in a collaborative and joyful atmosphere!

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Creating a learning environment with limited interruptions allows children to dive deep into their work, fostering exploration and creativity. By respecting their focus, we encourage curiosity and a genuine love for learning. It's essential to shift the flow as, adapting to the needs of each child for optimal growth and engagement.

Our time is ish-time allowing for shift in our day as needed!​

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8:00-8:30ish

Drop Off

Provocations: Math, Science, Art, Literature, Building

 

8:30ish

Sing Good Morning Song

Morning Meeting

Music or Library (alternate once a month)

 

9:00ish

Potty-time and Hand Washing

Snack

 

9:30ish

Adventure/Beyond

 

11:20ish

Good-Bye Song and Gratitude Circle

Morning Friends: Pick-Up Time

All-Day Friends: Free Play and Exploration

 

Noon-1:00ish

Lunch

Potty-time

Yoga

 

1:00ish

Rest Time

 

1:30ish

Art Exploration for non-sleepers

 

2:30ish

Get ready to go home 

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The Dewey School has welcomed both of our children into its amazing world to grow and dream.  It's remarkable to see an organization like this foster young minds with such passion and compassion.  You know they are doing something right when your child can't wait to join their teachers and friends on the other side of the doorway without hesitation each morning.  Although one of our children has moved on from Dewey they can't wait to revisit with excitement.  If you're at all on the fence about nature-based learning it's worth exploring to see if your child is the right fit.

Ben and Lauren Barr

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