Welcome to Garderie Éducative Chomedey (GEC), your dedicated partner in exceptional early childhood education right here in the heart of Chomedey, Laval! We firmly believe that every child is inherently strong, independent, and brimming with a desire to learn and grow. Our core mission revolves around championing your child as the principal agent of their own development.
Our Unique Educational Blend:
We facilitate this vital learning journey by creating an ideal, stimulating environment inspired by a powerful combination of renowned educational approaches:
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Reggio Emilia Inspired: We see the child as central to their learning. This child-focused philosophy emphasizes building strong relationships (with peers, family, and educators) to guide rich learning experiences where children are encouraged to be autonomous. By fostering independence, we empower children to make mistakes without fear, nurture their natural curiosity, experiment freely, and discover solutions on their own terms. This gives children a powerful voice in their own development, amplifying every learning opportunity.
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HighScope Inspired: We utilize effective scaffolding strategies. Our educators respect each child's current developmental level, then skillfully guide and support them, helping them leverage their experiences to reach new and higher developmental milestones.
Unwavering Commitment to Special Needs:
What truly sets Garderie Éducative Chomedey apart is our profound commitment to inclusivity. We make it a point of honour to welcome, accept, and expertly educate all children, including those with diverse special needs. Your child is absolutely central to everything we do, and our primary goal is to ensure they receive the absolute best, most tailored care possible.
We actively provide concrete support based on individual needs, including:
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Dedicated one-on-one support within the classroom.
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Targeted secondary support for specific hours each week.
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Close collaboration with external therapists (Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, etc.).
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Partnerships with crucial community resources (CRDI, CLSC, Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital, and more).
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Proactive staff training, including visiting therapists' offices to master intervention plans.
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Joint creation of personalized intervention plans between staff and therapists.
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Staff proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL).
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Provision of specialized equipment and learning materials (pictograms, ergonomic chairs, etc.).
Please contact us for more detailed information on how we can best support your child's unique journey.
Seamless Communication with Fastoche:
Stay connected effortlessly! We utilize the Fastoche system, an automated platform allowing educators to manage attendance, generate daily logs (emailed directly to you!), access crucial child profiles (emergency contacts, allergies), and facilitate smooth communication between parents and staff via email and text. Parents can even text commands to notify of absences/lates, request the daily menu, check balances, and more!
Enhanced Safety Protocol: Since 2016, we've implemented an invaluable safety feature: If your child isn't marked present by 9:30 AM, Fastoche automatically sends you a text message inquiry. This proactive measure helps ensure every child's safety and provides extra peace of mind for busy families.
Discover a nurturing, stimulating, and truly inclusive environment where your child is empowered to learn and grow. Contact Garderie Éducative Chomedey today at (450) 681-5993 to learn more!
