Mission
To educate the whole child in a developmentally appropriate manner with brain-based methods through an integrated curriculum.Curriculum
The Golden Pond Way combines experienced teachers and proven research-driven teaching techniques with a joyful, child-centered environment that produces magical results in terms of early readers, higher level thinkers and exceptional VA PALs scores.Accredited
As a leader in early childhood education, GPS proudly earned and maintains accreditation from Cognia, Cognia STEM, Middle States Association Early Childhood Program of Distinction (MSA CESS) and the Virginia Council for Private Education (VCPE).
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A classic Pilgrim toy, Jacob`s Ladder, is just as enjoyable as a modern day fidget toy! Kindergarten students are captivated by the cause-and-effect chain reaction as a single top block is turned, causing the others to flip-flop down to the bottom.
A classic Pilgrim toy, Jacob`s Ladder, is just as enjoyable as a modern day fidget toy! Kindergarten students are captivated by the cause-and-effect chain reaction as a single top block is turned, causing the others to flip-flop down to the bottom.
🍂 Fall sure is FUN! 🍁
📸 Picture day was a memory in the making!
Sensory bins are a student favorite because they are fun, calming, and provide an experiential way to learn through exploration and play. They integrate the senses, which is vital for early childhood development. Sensory activities like scooping, pinching and sharing improve fine motor skills, language and social skills. And who doesn`t love cheese-themed fun? 🧀
Sensory bins are a student favorite because they are fun, calming, and provide an experiential way to learn through exploration and play. They integrate the senses, which is vital for early childhood development. Sensory activities like scooping, pinching and sharing improve fine motor skills, language and social skills. And who doesn`t love cheese-themed fun? 🧀
A hands-on center activity learning about small ⭕️ medium ⭕️ large to get the day started!
🍁 @greatcountryfarms welcomed the Giraffe classroom for a day of fall fun and exploration.
🎃 Happy Halloween from GPS!
Field Trip! The Bees and Ducklings classrooms visited Dinosaur Park for a nature scavenger hunt as part of their studies on trees and leaves! 🍁
Field Trip! The Bees and Ducklings classrooms visited Dinosaur Park for a nature scavenger hunt as part of their studies on trees and leaves! 🍁
Learning is delicious in Preschool Enrichment! Students are exploring "Foods that Grow" and made a special rainbow kabobs healthy snack.
Learning is delicious in Preschool Enrichment! Students are exploring "Foods that Grow" and made a special rainbow kabobs healthy snack.
Meet Mrs. Robison, Lead Teacher for the Junior Kindergarten Bears classroom. 🐻
Golden Pond School is lucky to have Mrs. Robison as a teacher since 2010. She holds a Masters of Education from JMU and is dedicated to providing a rewarding and unforgettable experience for each student.
💬 “It is so special to come to work at a place you are proud of with co-workers, students and families you love.”
Meet Mrs. Robison, Lead Teacher for the Junior Kindergarten Bears classroom. 🐻
Golden Pond School is lucky to have Mrs. Robison as a teacher since 2010. She holds a Masters of Education from JMU and is dedicated to providing a rewarding and unforgettable experience for each student.
💬 “It is so special to come to work at a place you are proud of with co-workers, students and families you love.”
🍎🍏 Red Delicious, Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Gala, Fuji, McIntosh, Pink Lady - any way you slice it, learning is fun when activities are hands-on and engage all five senses!
🍎🍏 Red Delicious, Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Gala, Fuji, McIntosh, Pink Lady - any way you slice it, learning is fun when activities are hands-on and engage all five senses!
School is the topic of discovery and circle is the shape of the month in the Monkey classroom!
🚌 school bus art
🐑 baa-ba black sheep mask
🧸 brown bear shaving cream painting
🟤 circle tissue paper collage
School is the topic of discovery and circle is the shape of the month in the Monkey classroom!
🚌 school bus art
🐑 baa-ba black sheep mask
🧸 brown bear shaving cream painting
🟤 circle tissue paper collage
The Kindergarten Simple Machine Expo highlighted the science behind inclined planes, wedges, pulleys, levers, wheel and axels and screws. Simple Machines are used in catapults, balance boards, rollercoasters, flag poles, seesaws and more! They are everywhere and make work easier - just ask a GPS Kindergartener!
The Kindergarten Simple Machine Expo highlighted the science behind inclined planes, wedges, pulleys, levers, wheel and axels and screws. Simple Machines are used in catapults, balance boards, rollercoasters, flag poles, seesaws and more! They are everywhere and make work easier - just ask a GPS Kindergartener!
Fall weather makes for perfect playground fun.
C is not just for Cookie - it is the start of learning letters and writing lines!
What is a day like at GPS? Full of learning and discovery!
🎃 Pumpkin season is here! Ms. Gabriel introduced the pumpkin life cycle to her students and they investigated different fruits and vegetables that grow from a seed - just like a pumpkin. A student shared a pumpkin vine that grew in their backyard - they loved seeing the tendrils, leaves and the flower that would transform into the pumpkin.
🎃 Pumpkin season is here! Ms. Gabriel introduced the pumpkin life cycle to her students and they investigated different fruits and vegetables that grow from a seed - just like a pumpkin. A student shared a pumpkin vine that grew in their backyard - they loved seeing the tendrils, leaves and the flower that would transform into the pumpkin.
It`s as easy as A - B - C (when it`s engaging and creative!)
The Golden Pond Way curriculum uniquely engages your child and gives them the confidence and skills they need for future academic success. And, we make it fun!
The Golden Pond Way curriculum uniquely engages your child and gives them the confidence and skills they need for future academic success. And, we make it fun!
Pure joy in the Frogs parachute! 🪂 🤩
