Address
380 21st Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121
Email
info@wonderyears.school
Phone
415-209-5488
Why Wonder Years School
We believe "Play" is the foundation for all learning. Through play, we inculcate in children a lifelong love of learning laying the foundation for academic excellence in the years to come.
We believe in providing an environment where the health and well being of all children is protected and nurtured, where they build a sense of belonging, a sense of community and confidence to imagine, investigate, experiment and problem solve. Our teachers create a play based curriculum using an emergent approach keeping the child’s interest at the core and providing experiences which cultivates the joy of learning.
Relationships are at the heart of our pedagogy. We believe teacher- child relationships play a vital role in the learning and development of children in our care. Therefore, we build strong positive relationships with children and their families. Children will learn and develop holistically when they feel safe and have a trusting, secure and responsive relationship with the teacher and their peers.
We believe each child is competent and unique with an innate quality to learn and discover. Children have different ways of learning and understanding new information. Therefore, we provide a play based curriculum with plenty of opportunities for the child to choose from and teachers actively responding to each child’s aspirations, strengths, interests and abilities in order to meet the needs of all children.
Our core values
Well being
The well-being of children is the cornerstone of growth and development. It's more than just safety and comfort; it's about nurturing a holistic environment where children feel valued, confident, and inspired. We are committed to creating a space where children are not only safe and comfortable but also joyful and engaged. Our approach ensures that every child feels good about themselves, fostering a readiness to explore, learn, and develop. By prioritizing well-being, we provide a stable and nurturing environment that empowers children to thrive in every aspect of their lives.
Relationships
We provide an environment where respectful relationships, encouragement, warmth and acceptance are the norm. Through consistent, attentive, and responsive interactions, teachers become attuned to each child's unique needs, interests, and abilities. This personalized approach not only enhances the learning experience but also cultivates social skills, self-esteem, and resilience.It's through these meaningful connections that we empower children to become curious learners, compassionate friends, and confident individuals, ready to embrace the world around them.
Joy of learning
We recognize children as competent learners and we celebrate the inherent capabilities of every child as they journey towards holistic development. To nurture this innate passion for knowledge, we have meticulously crafted an environment that is abundant with open ended materials, offers ample time and space for exploration, and is guided by dedicated educators who are committed to empowering our young minds.
Within these walls, we don't just educate; we inspire. Here, we hold in high regard each child's ideas, from inception to execution. We encourage their creativity, innovations, imaginative endeavors, applaud their courage in taking risks, facing challenges and place immense value on their ability to plan and make choices. By fostering such an atmosphere of respect and appreciation, we sow the seeds of an enduring passion for learning that will accompany them throughout their lives.
Meet our School Director
Parneet Sandhu
Parneet studied and worked as an early childhood educator in New Zealand which is considered a world leader in early childhood education with a curriculum regarded as an empowering framework for early learning. Due to her commitment, dedication and passion for early childhood education along with her compassionate and thoughtful nature, Parneet had a highly successful career as an educator and administrator at a Head Start program for young children here in San Francisco. Parneet, mom of two brings her profound knowledge and experience to provide a high quality education and care everyday in the classrooms.
