Ivybrook Academy Sets the Bar for Preschool Education

By TMoM Team Member Suzy Fielders

If you have a child under kindergarten age, then chances are you are on the hunt for a good preschool. That is no easy task. It might feel like a daunting task researching all the preschool options as well as educational methods. However, you likely have some ideas on how you’d like your child to learn and interact in those early years.

Are you looking for a preschool that…

encourages learning through exploration?
expression through methods that work best for each child?
recognizes each child learns differently?

Did you find yourself saying yes to each of those items above? Then, Ivybrook Academy is a great preschool option for you to consider!

Ivybrook Academy Sets the Bar High for Preschool Education

After serving the Charlotte area for over 16 years, Ivybrook Academy is opening for the 2023-2024 school year in both Greensboro and Winston-Salem. This elite, award-winning half-day preschool provides a top-quality educational experience for little learners in the Triad.

The unsurpassed team of educators at Ivybrook Academy pride themselves on offering high quality education that values and nurtures children’s natural curiosity. Ivybrook Academy understands the impact of early childhood education on cognitive development is well-documented. This is why they use a multifaceted approach to learning that allows children to succeed on their own terms.

The Ivybrook Way Combines Three Learning Methods for Optimal Success

At Ivybrook, they don’t rely on just one approach to learning. They know multiple methods combined provide the best results.

Their innovative hybrid curriculum combines Montessori and Reggio Emilia concepts with Multiple Intelligence Research. This progressive approach to early childhood education means children experience a flexible curriculum; customized for each child’s interests and needs. This is the “Ivybrook Way” and helps establish the foundation for a child’s future success.

Montessori

Developed by Italian physician Dr. Maria Montessori over 100 years ago, the Montessori method of early childhood education allows children to develop a lifelong love of learning by taking an active role in their education. This progressive teaching approach is based on the principle that children have different preferences and develop at their own pace. It gives children freedom to explore their surroundings and embraces the idea that children gain knowledge through everyday discovery.

Reggio Emilia

Founded by Loris Malaguzzi, the Reggio Emilia approach is based on the theory that children communicate in many ways, like writing, art, or singing. Children share their discoveries and ideas with one another through various means, such as painting, sculpting, music, storytelling, theater, and other forms of expression. By embracing this approach, Ivybrook Academy is empowering children to raise their voices and use their talents with confidence. It is a collaborative approach among students, families, and teachers. This progressive educational method respects children’s individual voices and the unique ways they express themselves.

The Theory of Multiple Intelligences

Based on research conducted by Harvard University professor Howard Gardner, the “Theory of Multiple Intelligences,” found that students have different kinds of minds. This research showed students learn, remember, perform, and understand in unique ways. For example, some children thrive more at linguistic skills, like reading and writing, while others prefer math and science. By customizing the curriculum, Ivybrook Academy exemplifies their commitment to the learning experience of each individual child. This approach helps identify each child’s strengths and respects each student’s individuality.

Don’t Wait to Enroll – Slots are Limited!

It’s Ivybrook Academy’s mission to provide a progressive approach to early childhood education. They value students’ individual voices and cultivate compassionate citizens who find joy in learning.

Both Triad locations of Ivybrook Academy are enrolling now for the 2023-2024 school year. With such a demand for preschools in the local communities, they fully expect that both programs will be at capacity before this August as spaces are limited. Parents are encouraged to call their respective location if they have questions or want to enroll.